I have not done nearly enough plugging here of my pal Jim Brochu's remarkable play, Zero Hour, which can currently be seen not far from Broadway in the city of New York. Quick plot synopsis: You spend time (more than an hour, less than two) with the outrageous and outraged Zero Mostel, as portrayed by Jim. Mostel talks about his family, his plays, his blacklisting, his movie roles, his painting, his life, his philosophy and his world. Jim knew Zero so this is not fantasy or extrapolation from afar, as so many biographies are. It's a fascinating way to spend an evening.
And what reminded me that I haven't mentioned it here lately is that last night, they gave out the 55th Annual Drama Desk Awards back there — awards that some say are a lot more meaningful than the Tonys. The Drama Desk Award for the Outstanding Solo Performance went to…may I have the envelope, please? Jim Brochu for Zero Hour. So, you see? It's just not me being impressed with what my friend did. Other people, folks who don't even know Jim think it's terrific.
If you get anywhere near New York in the next few weeks, go…and don't put it off because it won't be there forever. Zero Hour is at the DR2 Theatre on E. 15th Street. Order your tickets at this site. We recommend this highly.