Did I Just Join A Cult?

A deep and powerful reminder of the ability of art to not only move us but to transform how we look at life, Lawrence Meyers has a brilliant way of taking his audience on a roller coaster of emotion and ideas and to showcase the power story and aspiration have in our lives. ... full review

While I'm especially primed to have enjoyed this as another devotee of this particular cult, I feel that this impassioned recounting of one man's experience has a touching universality to it that presents just the right message for Fringe. Something profound can occur when the right piece of art reaches the right audience at the right time. Whether it's a big budget film reaching millions or a live actor in a room connecting directly with an audience of one, the transformative power of a story well told can save a life and set it on a completely different path. One towards inspiration, self-understanding, and maybe even a community of like-minded seekers who were looking for the exact same thing. If a piece of art has ever done that for you,... full review

In the world of immersive theatre, where the line between audience and performer is often a thrilling blur, Lawrence Meyers’ one-man show, ‘Did I Just Join A Cult?’, tells us a story of his experience. Meyers’ homage to his first encounter with immersive theatre is not just a recount of events; it’s a journey through the emotional tumult and an awakening that happened as a result of his experience with 'The Tension Experience' by Darren Boseman. ... full review

If you ever feel alone, lost, and underappreciated as an artist, this show will remind you about how art can save others, and yourself. Lawrence gives a spirited and thorough retelling of his adventures durning the Tension shows back in 2016 in a one man show that never sags.... full review

"Did I just join a cult?", is a fascinating narrative, brilliantly written and performed by Lawrence Meyers. It is a a true story, making it all the more captivating. It is one of those stories that you never get tired of hearing, like an epic adventure tale that you asked your parents to tell you repeatedly as a child. It is very inspirational and makes you want to get up off your derriere and go live life to the fullest. ... full review

Intense storytelling at its finest. It takes a true artist and experienced story teller to captivate a room full of people with such a story and not lose them to the details.... full review

A genuinely entertaining and engrossing story told with passion, humor and theatricality.... full review

Theater leaves a mark. When the right piece of art reaches the right person, the effect can be deeply impactful. This is the story of someone who found themselves in that position. There is value in sharing the tale of how a piece of theater can move someone, change someone or motivate someone to create something new. Inspiration is elusive and it is exciting to hear someone share how they found some in their own adventures.... full review

So overwhelmed by this insanely well done one man show. Larry was able to encapsulate a year into an hour while making it personal, emotional and engaging. Proud to have had a small part in this journey. ... full review

Totally engrossing and unnerving !... full review