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When in doubt, craft a play about writing the life story of a South African student. By all means, include dance numbers. Make sure to have an emotional battle between that oh-so-elusive fame and a satisfying home life. Bruce Graham did those things and created According to Goldman, and now...

By Merritt Martin

May 31, 2007

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When in doubt, craft a play about writing the life story of a South African student. By all means, include dance numbers. Make sure to have an emotional battle between that oh-so-elusive fame and a satisfying home life. Bruce Graham did those things and created According to Goldman, and now Circle Theatre's putting on a production of it with award-winning choreographer Jennifer Engler directing. Hmm, Goldman didn't even need to make a life decision…the play seems right at home in the spotlight at Circle Theatre. According to Goldman hits the stage Thursday. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Saturdays. A champagne opening takes place June 8. Circle Theatre is located at 230 W. Fourth St. in Fort Worth. Tickets are $10 to $30. Call 817-877-3040 or visit circletheatre.com.
Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays, 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 3 & 8 p.m. Starts: May 31. Continues through July 7

Merritt Martin has written for the Dallas Observer for over two decades. She has also contributed to Eater, DMN and USA Today. In addition to arts and culture writing, she spends entirely too much time extolling the virtues of pears, black clothing, and her cat Kenneth.

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