Reston Community Players Present Cold War Drama Virtually

RESTON, VA — Reston residents will be able to enjoy and support the local dramatic arts without leaving the comfort — and safety — of their homes.

Reston Community Players will be streaming pre-recorded performances of "A Walk in the Woods," a Cold War-era drama about a Russian and American arms negotiators who develop a relationship over a series of clandestine meetings. The production will be available for on-demand streaming from March 19-25.

“Although 'A Walk in the Woods' is set 40 years in the past, it is far from a period drama piece,” said Jolene Vettese, RCP president, in a release. “It is very relevant to the times we are living in today as we are all struggling through stressful times and wondering if it is possible to find common ground with those with whom we disagree.”

"A Walk in the Woods" is the RCP's first production since the theater troupe was forced to end its season last March due to the the COVID-19 pandemic. The two-actor production consists of Brendan Murray as Andrey Botvinnik and Greg Lang as John Honeyman.

Directed by Adam Konowem, the production team includes Richard Durkin (Producer), Mary Ann Hall (Stage Manager), Karen Schlumpf (Assistant Director), Maggie Modig (Set Designer, Set Painter), Tom Geuting (Master Carpenter), Sandy Dotson (Set Dressing), Ian Claar (Lighting Designer), Kathy Dunlap (Costume Designer), William Chrapcynski (Sound Designer) and Tel Monks (Dialect Coach).

Tickets are available for any of the production dates via www.restonplayers.org/currentshow. Performances can be viewed anytime March 19-25 at the ticket buyers' convenience.