NEW YORK—Interest in the play “Liliom,” written by Hungarian playwright Ferenc Molnar in the early1900s, has persisted over the years. It was adapted by the great musical writing team Rodgers and Hammerstein in the guise of their delicate, tuneful “Carousel,” due for a reprise this spring.
Playwright Michael Weller’s current play based on “Liliom” is entitled “Jericho” and is set during America’s Great Depression, in 1932. Jericho (the unusual Vasile Flutur), as he is named here, a carnival barker at Coney Island, holds great attraction for young ladies. In fact, they flock particularly to his carousel, under the watchful eye of carousel owner Mrs. Mosca (a vivid Stephanie Pope).
