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From: Irish Voice
Date: 20010327
Author:Barth, Diana

Barth, Diana
Irish Voice
03-27-2001
Oscar's Wilde "Picture" Show

Theater Review by Diana Barth

A POPULAR classic, Oscar Wilde's novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, has had
many incarnations. There was the movie of many years ago, then in the early
90's several stage versions, including a musical adaptation. Now, under
commission by the Irish Repertory Theatre, Dublin writer/director Joe
O'Byrne has created an unusual stage adaptation. Doing double-duty, he has
woven unique directorial touches into his dark and compelling version.

In The Picture of Dorian Gray, a gothic melodrama set in 19th century
...

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