THE FOREIGNER

By: Larry Shue
Directed by: Kevin Crouch
A.D. PLayers at the George Theater - Houston, TX - 2025

Set by: Steven C. Kemp
Costumes by: Samantha Dante Patterson
Lighting by: David Gipson
Sound by: Michael Mullins

“Steven C. Kemp’s solid fishing lodge is something square out of Field & Stream: pine-paneled walls, braided rug, heavy table, rocking chair, antler trophies, and lots of plaids. And you can’t go wrong with David Gipson’s lighting design with car lights and approaching torches, or Samantha Dante Patterson’s utilitarian costumes which include Betty’s absolutely hideous sweater. Perfect.”
Houston Press
D.L Groover

“The set design by Steven C. Kemp is astounding. The moment audiences enter the theater, they are transported to Betty Meeks' rustic fishing lodge, thanks to an exquisitely detailed set. The scenic design strikes the perfect balance between realism and theatricality, creating an environment that feels lived-in yet dynamic. The well-worn wooden furniture, the mounted fishing trophies, and the cozy yet slightly cluttered atmosphere all contribute to a sense of place that is both charming and essential to the story. The set's multiple entryways and hidden nooks allow for some truly inspired staging, particularly in moments of physical comedy where characters narrowly avoid detection.”
Broadway World
Armando Urdiales