A Steady Rain Delivers Great Character Dialogue

Many who follow Broadway are sure to have heard the news of Hugh Jackman and Daniel Craig meeting on the stage this fall for "A Steady Rain". Many probably have heard all the wonderful reviews and buzz for this new dramatic play also. Well rest assured all you have heard is true, the two actors best known for their "on screen" performances have brought their talents to the Great White Way and then some. For anyone who loves a good police or crime drama then this is the show for you.

Keith Huff has written the story about two childhood friends in their mid years. Not only are they long time friends but also share the same career path as Chicago police officers. The story goes on the explain just how different the two are in personality now. For example, Denny's character enjoys the family life, owning a home and taking care of his children. Joey could not be more different as he remains single and more or less alone. He is still out drinking in excess and hasn't grown up into maturity quite as well. Huff's story moves beyond the traits of the characters and into the plot of A Steady Rain.

The plot really picks up steam with the introduction of an occurrence that both men shared. Denny and Joey each tell their very different accounts of what occurred on the streets of Chicago one evening as they ran into a dangerous serial killer. The story moves on to tell each of the character's accounts of that night while pushing not only the boundaries of their friendship but also their loyalty to each other.

A Steady Rain does not give much to the ways of "eye candy", the show does not boast huge and extravagant Broadway production values. It remains true to its storyline and uses not much else than Jackman and Craig to deliver the outstanding dialogue which they do in spades. The stage has not much more than a couple of wooden police style chairs and some integration style police lighting. It is not for any high production or set design that has been drawing audiences to the play each night but rather to see two great actors play out a fantastic story and screen play. So much so that "A Steady Rain" did bring in a gross of 1,167,954 dollars its first week on Broadway. This set a record for highest grossing week by a non-musical Broadway production.

While many will likely pass on A Steady Rain to take in the many musicals on Broadway, which bring out all the bells and whistles for those looking to get away from such and catch a great play then this is the one to catch. With two huge names in cinema on the stage, a wonderful story built around intriguing dialogue and drama, which brings you right in while never letting go, it would be a shame to pass up. Put all that besides extremely positive reviews from New York City's toughest critics and audiences and you are sure to not be disappointed.

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