REVIEW: High Stakes for Silberblatt’s “Trivia Night” by Clifton Players
That desire to know things, both trivial and important, is at the heart of Ryan’s Pub, Trivia Night, a new play by CCM theatre alumnus
February 24, 2026
That desire to know things, both trivial and important, is at the heart of Ryan’s Pub, Trivia Night, a new play by CCM theatre alumnus
Silberblatt understands the stakes of trivia culture, has fun with the competitive spirit, and pushes the boundaries as he spins this Faustian tale.
Time travel both distances Lauren from the horror of her situation yet also allows the audience to witness the pain of difficult memories.
The man who wrote the books gave this production a thumbs-up!
Every college should stage this show.
Short Version: this cast takes on a weird, sad, and esoteric script that at times invokes an almost 1950’s “old money” aesthetic, as well as
The overarching theme is romantic love and familial relationships. In this rendering, there is also an emphasis on the importance of language, learning and memory.
Complementing the action on stage without distracting is an ethereal set designed by Melissa Bennett and brought to life by Scenic Artisan Samantha Reno. The
That desire to know things, both trivial and important, is at the heart of Ryan’s Pub, Trivia Night, a new play by CCM theatre alumnus Alec Silberblatt, now being workshopped by Clifton Players.
Silberblatt understands the stakes of trivia culture, has fun with the competitive spirit, and pushes the boundaries as he spins this Faustian tale.
Time travel both distances Lauren from the horror of her situation yet also allows the audience to witness the pain of difficult memories.