What I liked
I really loved the story. It offers love, hope and possibility, things sorely needed in a world where we’re constantly battered with bad news. A great escape!
What I didn't like
I’d love to see a staged version of this play where the production team can more fully explore the possibilities offered on stage, with more dramatic lighting design and in a more intimate venue, bringing the audience closer to the actors. These are mostly limitations of Fringe, where productions have VERY little time to set-up and seat people before go time. I look forward to seeing the next iteration of the show, because it deserves that!
My overall impression
Love this play! Stories about timeless love affairs are plentiful, but SPHERE approaches this in a unique way I’ve never seen before. It’s filled with nerd references, making it feel current and engaged with the zeitgeist of modern popular culture, without being so dedicated to that POV that it becomes inaccessible for mainstream audiences.
Tiffany Smith does a great job riding the emotional roller coast that is her character’s journey, while Von makes deft character choices, but I’d rather not say more as it’s a spoiler for the show.
