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Article: 'DAY' A THOUGHTFUL LOOK AT TOUGH TOPIC.(L.A. LIFE) (theater review)
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- Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)
- Article date:
- March 14, 1996
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Byline: Daryl H. Miller Daily News Theater Critic
Playwright Anthony Piccirillo walks dangerous ground in his new drama "The 24th Day."
With his frank discussion of safety and responsibility in the age of AIDS, he risks offending some people's sensibilities and contradicting others' deeply held opinions. What's more, he hazards the anger of those who believe too much blame and fear have been heaped on people living with the AIDS virus.
That he navigates this territory in a reasoned, even-handed and compelling manner is a testament not only to his writing but to the superb directing and acting devoted to its world premiere - starring popular TV ...