The actor’s fake tears deliver real laughs in Kenneth Lonergan’s great comedy "Hold on to Me Darling" (Credit: Julieta Cervantes) “Hold on to Me Darling” was the best new play of 2016 when it opened at the Atlantic Theater. Eight years later, Kenneth Lonergan’s comedy about a country singer is the best contemporary play now on the boards in New York City. A most entertaining revival opened Wednesday at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Adam Driver takes over for Timothy Olyphant, who originated the