Metamorphosis: An Even (Green) Playing Field by Ori Lenkinski

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On stage, two men. One, 50 years of age. The other, 21. One wears a maroon ensemble, the other blue. They occupy a green floor alongside a stuffed deer whose origins trace back to the Dresden Opera Company. Yossi Berg, a brilliant performer, is no less intriguing, no less physical and no less commanding a presence than his counterpart, Ori Mbazbaz. Despite being at the beginning of his career, Mbazbaz is precise, grounded and direct. Together, these two men present a picture of life at different stages without falling prey to the societal tropes of aging.Read more