Give My Regards to Nowhere: A Director’s Tale by Richard Engling | 4-Star Book Review
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Give My Regards to Nowhere: A Director's Tale by Richard Engling
Published by Polarity Ensemble Books on 03/22/2023
Genres: Fiction, Humorous, Satire
Format: Audiobook, eBook, Paperback
Pages: 282
Source: Received from the author or publisher for review.Chicago director Dwayne Finnegan has a long shot at the big time and only two obstacles: himself and everyone he knows.
Dwayne's got an idea of how to direct Shakespeare's least-favorite play that could set him on the road to Broadway. We're talking Bob Fosse choreography, Jimi Hendrix guitars, and the hottest cast in the city of Chicago.
But when the show's producer cuts out with the cash, Dwayne decides to produce the show himself, putting his marriage and his meager finances at risk. What could go wrong?
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My thoughts on Give My Regards to Nowhere
Give My Regards to Nowhere by Richard Engling is a story about Dwayne Finnegan, a Chicago director who has a chance to make it big by directing a unique adaptation of Shakespeare’s Titus. Dwayne believes that his idea of incorporating Bob Fosse choreography and Jimi Hendrix guitars can set him on the road to Broadway. However, he has two obstacles: himself and everyone he knows.
When the show’s producer disappears with the funds, Dwayne decides to take matters into his own hands and produce the show himself. This decision puts his marriage and finances at risk. The story is very realistic, and the characters are believable. The author has great insight into the world of theater, which is evident in the way the story unfolds.
The plot starts slowly but gradually builds engagement as the audience learns about the characters and their situations. The emotions of stress, excitement, and all the in-between feelings associated with creating a play are accurately portrayed, especially for a play as intense as Titus.
Overall, Give My Regards to Nowhere is a compelling story that provides a glimpse into the world of theater and the challenges that come with it. The slow start is compensated by the realistic portrayal of the characters and their situations, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in theater or the struggles of pursuing one’s dreams.
I received a digital copy of the book from the author or publisher to review. This is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About Richard Engling
Richard Engling founded Polarity Ensemble Theatre in Chicago in 2004 and served as its Artistic Director for twelve long and confusing years.
His dystopian detective thriller, Body Mortgage, was published by Penguin Books USA and Headline UK and has been re-released in a revised version by Polarity Ensemble Books. His novel Visions Of Anna (Polarity Ensemble Books) and play Anna in the Afterlife appeared in 2014 as part of the ambitious Afterlife Trilogy.
His plays have been produced in the US and England, and he continues to work as an actor, playwright, and novelist.
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