“The Actor’s Nightmare,” written by Christopher Durang and directed by history teacher Linda Burns, was a comedy adventure to say the least. This play puts you in the perspective of the clueless George Spelvin, portrayed by junior Teddy Nielsen, who unknowingly has to replace an absent actor in a play he is completely oblivious to. Without knowing his lines or cues, George had to try his best to navigate th entire play using only his intuition. 

As I watched this production, I was blown away by the incredible pacing, comedy, and uniqueness displayed by the cast. Although this play was far from any nightmare I’ve experienced, it truly encapsulated the feeling of one. 

The unfortunate circumstances of the plot not only made George have to think about what his next line was, but also reflect on his own morals and decisions he had made. I could feel George’s panic right in front of me. The audience, too, was playing a role in this nightmare.

This production is the epitome of what OPRF’s theatre department represents: creativity, expression and a whole lotta fun. Forty minutes is all this play needed to give me a good laugh on Friday night, and I am so glad I got to experience it!