Katie Holmes, Lucy Freyer, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Sarah Cooper, and Dave Klasko
Katie Holmes and Eddie Kaye Thomas in “The Wanderers” by Joan Marcus.
The climax of the production was highly worthwhile. I heard literal gasps from audience members towards the end of the play when certain secrets were revealed. Though, the gasps could also be due to the stunning set design by Marion Williams which features thousands of books spread out upstage.
All the elements of the production were put together with immense regard to Ziegler’s words. The story is truly the heart of “The Wanderers” and it’s one that should be seen by audiences of all backgrounds. It felt universal despite its subject matter. And the biggest lesson to be learned from “The Wanderers” is that one will never know true happiness until they put themselves first, no matter how selfish it seems.
“The Wanderers” is running now until April 2 at the Laura Pels Theatre.