29 pages • 58 minutes read
Stephen Adly GuirgisBetween Riverside And Crazy
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Between Riverside and Crazy by Stephen Adly Guirgis centers on an ex-cop named Pops, who is grappling with the potential eviction from his rent-controlled Riverside Drive apartment while navigating complex family dynamics, including his relationship with his son Junior, against the backdrop of a lawsuit against the city stemming from a racially charged police shooting. The play contains language and themes that may be sensitive for some audiences.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Stephen Adly Guirgis's Between Riverside and Crazy is praised for its sharp dialogue and complex characters, blending humor and gravitas effectively. Critics commend the play’s exploration of gentrification and redemption. However, some note its pacing issues and occasional predictability. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking piece with standout performances.
Who Should Read Between Riverside And Crazy?
A reader who enjoys Between Riverside and Crazy by Stephen Adly Guirgis would appreciate dark humor, complex characters, and gritty urban settings. Comparable to readers of August Wilson's Fences and Tracy Letts' August: Osage County, they are drawn to stories exploring family dynamics, societal struggles, and redemption.