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Between Riverside and Crazy
City Hall is demanding more than his signature, the landlord wants him out, the liquor store is closed—and the Church won’t leave him alone. For ex-cop and recent widower Walter “Pops” Washington and his recently paroled son Junior, the struggle to hold on to one of the last great rent stabilized apartments on Riverside Drive collides with old wounds, sketchy new houseguests, and a final ultimatum in this Pulitzer Prize-winning dark comedy from Stephen Adly Guirgis.
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Plot Summary
Between Riverside and Crazy is a play by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The plot follows ex-cop and ex-con Walter 'Pops' Washington, who, after being shot by police, is embroiled in a struggle with the city and his landlords over his rent-stabilized apartment.
Critical Reception
The play 'Between Riverside and Crazy' by Stephen Adly Guirgis received critical acclaim, particularly for its sharp dialogue, dark humor, and powerful performances. It was recognized for its exploration of themes such as redemption, justice, and the struggles of the working class in New York City.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Guirgis's signature blend of grit and humor.
Lauded for its complex and relatable characters.
Recognized for its timely social commentary.
Google audience: As 'Between Riverside and Crazy' is a stage play and not a film, specific Google user reviews for a 2023 release are not applicable in the same way as for a movie. Critical reception for the play itself has been overwhelmingly positive.
Awards & Accolades
Pulitzer Prize for Drama (2015)
Fun Fact
The play 'Between Riverside and Crazy' was originally developed at the Atlantic Theater Company and had its premiere in 2014 before winning the Pulitzer Prize in Drama in 2015.
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