2020 Joseph Jefferson Nomination - Director of a Play (Midsize)
At the dawn of the 20th century, the independent Schlegel sisters seek to change the world. E.M. Forster’s beloved classic novel is now an enthralling world premiere adaptation by Chicago playwright Douglas Post. Experience the journeys of three different families as they search for love, purpose, and connection against the tide of class, money, and sex.
REVIEWS:
"...exceptionally timely...Masterful on every count, Remy Bumppo Theatre's production of "Howards End" once again confirms this company's high standards. Beyond the impeccable acting of the nine-person cast, direction (in this case by Nick Sandys, its omni-talented artistic director) and design (exceptionally elegant sets and projections by Yeaji Kim and period costumes by Kristy Leigh Hall), it holds fast to a deep devotion to the most sophisticated writing, and a desire to tackle provocative ideas." WTTW
"A meditation on class, greed and inheritance, “Howards End"[...] offers a thoughtful evening of exquisitely staged storytelling... beautifully directed by Nick Sandys, this adaptation is not unlike a corset made with spandex: providing new flexibility to traditionally restrictive material." Chicago Sun-Times
"This is a beautiful, carefully constructed play, commissioned by Remy Bumppo Theatre, [and] brought to life through Nick Sandys’ intelligent and clever direction, is sure to become the definitive stage treatment of Forster’s novel..."
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"Director Nick Sandys—aided by Kristy Leigh Hall’s nifty period costumes and Mike Durst’s quietly expressive lighting—does a commendable job of conveying character quickly and efficiently and giving coherent outward form to an essentially inward story." NewCityStage.com
"The show has depth and charm... Director Nick Sandys navigates his solid ensemble to deliver both [serious discourse and intellectual wit] with English sophistication... This posh production is terrific. I’m a huge fan of the movie and now this play. You will want to visit HOWARD’S END." The Fourth Walsh
"This is precisely the kind of literary project that Remy Bumppo Theatre does best." totaltheatre.com
"Kudos to Director/Artistic Director Nick Sandys not only for his expert touch in this production but also for staging this now...." PictureThisPost.com
"...exceptionally timely...Masterful on every count, Remy Bumppo Theatre's production of "Howards End" once again confirms this company's high standards. Beyond the impeccable acting of the nine-person cast, direction (in this case by Nick Sandys, its omni-talented artistic director) and design (exceptionally elegant sets and projections by Yeaji Kim and period costumes by Kristy Leigh Hall), it holds fast to a deep devotion to the most sophisticated writing, and a desire to tackle provocative ideas." WTTW
"A meditation on class, greed and inheritance, “Howards End"[...] offers a thoughtful evening of exquisitely staged storytelling... beautifully directed by Nick Sandys, this adaptation is not unlike a corset made with spandex: providing new flexibility to traditionally restrictive material." Chicago Sun-Times
"This is a beautiful, carefully constructed play, commissioned by Remy Bumppo Theatre, [and] brought to life through Nick Sandys’ intelligent and clever direction, is sure to become the definitive stage treatment of Forster’s novel..."
Chicago Theatre Review Read Full Review
"Director Nick Sandys—aided by Kristy Leigh Hall’s nifty period costumes and Mike Durst’s quietly expressive lighting—does a commendable job of conveying character quickly and efficiently and giving coherent outward form to an essentially inward story." NewCityStage.com
"The show has depth and charm... Director Nick Sandys navigates his solid ensemble to deliver both [serious discourse and intellectual wit] with English sophistication... This posh production is terrific. I’m a huge fan of the movie and now this play. You will want to visit HOWARD’S END." The Fourth Walsh
"This is precisely the kind of literary project that Remy Bumppo Theatre does best." totaltheatre.com
"Kudos to Director/Artistic Director Nick Sandys not only for his expert touch in this production but also for staging this now...." PictureThisPost.com
production photos by Michael Courier