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The story follows the Greek demi-god, Dionysus, who is back in modern-day Monmouth County, New Jersey, to spread his seeds via permaculture. He\u2019s taken the form of Diane, a strong-willed gardener who delivers double entendres along with steely opinions on wrought-iron benches and manicured lawns. Diane\u2019s potential clients in this play consist of suburban women who appreciate HOA rules. It\u2019s a daunting task to get them to open up their minds and backyards to embrace Diane\u2019s wild nature. In true wine god fashion, Diane convinces most of the ladies that environmental consciousness is the way to go. Will the holdouts prove disastrous for the future of the planet? You\u2019ll be laughing and guessing all the way until the fantastic end.<\/p>\n
The cast rises admirably to the challenge of the script’s blend of mythology, satire, and transformation. Ashley Rose<\/a> delivers a magnetic performance as Diane, balancing humor, confidence, and a touch of mystery. Stephanie Hodson plays Carol Fleischer, who\u2019s a tough nut for Diane to crack. Hodson is great as the de facto leader of the cul-de-sac crew: hilariously uptight and stubbornly clinging to perfect appearances. Beth has been recently abandoned by her husband, and Shayra Zeledon perfectly captures the self-doubt that comes with such a betrayal. Lindsay Jones<\/a> is Pam, a tough-talking, totally believable Jersey girl. She\u2019s a doomsday prepper clinging tight to control, and is so relatable as a woman who fears giving up her grip on her life. Shaquarrius Calloway\u2019s Renee is the most open and intellectual of the group. Calloway naturally bridges the gap between unconventional and mainstream, showcasing an impressive ability to convince us the suburban dream isn\u2019t what it\u2019s made out to be. The women create relatable characters whose anxieties and aspirations feel familiar, even when the story incorporates legend.<\/p>\n Hurricane Diane is a phenomenon. It\u2019s funny, twisted, and thought-provoking, and plays at Big Idea Theatre through June 27. Tickets may be found online at bigideatheatre.org or by calling the Box Office at (916) 960-3036.<\/p>\n Photo credit: Alyssa Williams-Pierce<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Reader Reviews<\/p>\n To post a comment, you must register<\/a> and login<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Courtney Symes is a long-time theatre aficionado who has been writing for BroadwayWorld since 2017. She has been active in theatre and youth organizations in her community.\u00a0After trying law schoo… (read more about this author)<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/fantasysmall-1781088386.gif\")
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