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West

"West" is a rarely-produced play by Steven Berfoff, whose works have often been received warmly in L.A. (His "Kvetch" and "Greek" ran for two years and one year, respectively.)

"West" depicts the working-class milieu of London's Stamford district. Protagonist Mike belongs to a local gang, called upon to avenge the slaying of one of their number by the rival Hoxton Mob.

West is about courage: the courage to live according to your spirit and not the guidelines laid down for you by others, to be true to yourself, which may involve alienating others, but your truth is worth pursuing since it defines who you are. It shapes, forges and hones you into something that is not vague but clear-cut and definite. Mike's truth is to live for simple principles and to put his courage where his mouth is. He defeats the Hoxton monster and will continue to fight monsters so that others can rest safe in their beds