I saw the revival of this play in its previews in March of 2023. I went in knowing nothing about the show or case and by the time it got to this scene, I wanted to jump on the stage and save Leo. It's absolutely disgusting what that antisemitic mob did in the name of supposed justice when they clearly had the wrong man. Poor Leo. And Mary, too, because justice was miscarried in her name. I hope both their souls are at peace now, wherever they are.
I saw the revival of this play in its previews in March of 2023. I went in knowing nothing about the show or case and by the time it got to this scene, I wanted to jump on the stage and save Leo. It's absolutely disgusting what that antisemitic mob did in the name of supposed justice when they clearly had the wrong man. Poor Leo. And Mary, too, because justice was miscarried in her name. I hope both their souls are at peace now, wherever they are.
These clips are absolute treasures. Thank you so much for sharing them!
Brent Carver is a legend. Keep doin' Canada proud, Mr. Carver!
Has anyone ever noticed how Leo's kaddish uses the same tune as 'The Old Red Hills of Home?'
Absolutely, as intended by the composer/lyricist/co-orchestrator Jason Robert Brown!
So does lucy solo in the finale
It is understandable that they wanted justice for Mary, but they had the wrong man and it was racism and hatred that really killed Mr. Frank.