‘Apropos of Nothing’ an uneven comedy buoyed by strong cast

‘Apropos of Nothing’ Through August 10 Keegan Theatre 1742 Church St., N.W. $59 Keegantheatre.com

“Apropos of Nothing,” playwright Greg Kalleres’s sitcom inspired comedy making its D.C.-area debut at Keegan Theatre in Dupont, strives to examine the highs and lows of romantic relationships. How well it succeeds is debatable.

Comprised of numerous scenes, the play is uneven – laugh-out-loud funny sometimes and other times it comes up crickets. At 90 minutes, it feels longer, but mercifully it’s buoyed by a good five-person cast determined to move the show along.

We’re introduced to its characters in a quick series of two hander interactions. The most illuminating bit takes place between Owen, played by Ryan Sellers, and Dave (Dominique Gray). Drinking and partying at a reception, Owen mak