Under the direction of Craig A. Miller, a third-year MFA directing candidate who is also the sound designer, it is an amazing production. The only thing missing is the play.

The play purports to tell Greek myths through homeless kids and street language, but the result is a shallow script that amounts to Much Ado About Nothing or perhaps an f-word Charlie Brown. That said, the entire cast deserves kudos. Zach Hanks, Pamela Vogel, Sara Thomas, Fabio Pires, Jillian Owens, E.G. Heard, Patrick Kelly, Antoinette Wright, Matt Purdy, and Marcus Thomas give it their all, and they are all wonderful.

The set is incredible and looks quite dangerous, adding to the atmosphere. Selena Kong, who is listed as set and ambient designer, since that ambience extends to the lobby, did an outstanding job, as did the actors to perform so well in such an environment.

Director Miller also was impressive as the sound designer, as was lighting designer Robert Eubanks. Kimi Maeda created the interesting costumes, and actor Fabio Pires also put his talents to use as fight choreographer.

The play is appropriately listed as not for children or those offended by street language and situations, and it is more a series of vignettes than any kind of substance. However, the acting and design make it a worthwhile theatrical experience.

Polaroid Stories is at Longstreet Theater through Nov. 23; call 7-2551 for reservations.

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