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Twins and Aliens: a Musical TED Talk

Musicals & Operas · Charlotte Moroz · Ages 13+ · United States of America

Content Warning One Person Show Pay What You Can World Premiere
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twins and aliens: a musical ted talk

Review by SOCKS WHITMORE

July 01, 2024 stage raw, ladcc
tagged as: acapella · celestial · ancient aliens

What I liked

This show keeps you on your toes and breaks a bunch of theatrical rules in delightful ways. Charlotte’s singing is gorgeous and melodically agile, displaying some of the most masterful vocals I had the pleasure of listening to this festival. I have some familiarity with ancient alien theory and I loved the way she addressed the “taboo” nature of the subject matter, gracefully blending humor with professional knowledge.

What I didn't like

The simple staging is successful, but I would love to see this have a life beyond Fringe with projections or a more complex set. With more set-up time, the visual presentation could transform the storytelling’s impact.

My overall impression

Each year at the Fringe, I am on the lookout for shows that innovate and challenge our expectations of what theater can be — and this unique solo show does not disappoint. Not quite a musical, not quite a play, this stream-of-consciousness presentation of personal anecdotes, ancient history, mythological metaphors, and haunting acapella melodies is charming, confounding, and compelling all at once.

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twins and aliens: a musical ted talk