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"Wee Thomas” the cat has been killed. Even more unfortunate, he was the cherished pet of Padraic, a ruthless Irish National Liberation Army enforcer whose motto is "shoot first, ask idiotic questions later". As his father and a well-meaning neighbor fight over who has to break the bad news, mayhem ensues and an irresistible, wickedly funny play is born.

Tonight’s performance of The Center Theatre Group's production of Martin McDonagh's The Lieutenant of Inishmore began as a dark satire and ended as a violent assault against the senses. Bathed in guts and gore, The Lieutenant of Inishmore is revoltingly comical and shockingly insightful. Set against a cold and severe landscape of an isolated island in Northern Ireland, Padraic paints the walls red in search of Thomas’s killer. Was it an accident or an execution? - Either way, someone has to pay.

Surprisingly, it is not Chris Pine who steels the stoplight as the hot-headed terrorist Padraic, although he is the most recognizable talent. Instead the young Coby Getzug shines thorough as the lovable and sulky teenage Davey, wrongly accused of running over Padraic’s beloved cat with his bicycle. Getzug’s portrayal of Davey is likable and sincere in a cast of absurd characters. Equally commendable is Sean G. Griffin in the role of Donny, Padraic’s father and caretaker of his cat. Together the duo steal the show scene after scene as audience members howl with laughter, grimace with fear, and moan with disgust.

Speaking of blood, there is plenty to go around. This is not a play for the squeamish, but an all too enjoyable night of entertainment (despite our best efforts to fight against it).

Ian Alda, Andrew Connolly, Kevin Kearns, Zoe Perry, and Brett Ryback complete the talented cast of players.

June 30th – August 8th, at the Mark Taper Forum; 135 N. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012. Tickets are available online or by calling the Box Office at (213) 628-2772. $25 - $35 General Admission.

WARNING: THIS SHOW CONTAINS GRAPHIC VIOLENCE; Adult language and themes. Not recommended for children under 18.