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Venus in Fur

Comedic Theatre · Rachael Meyers & Bryan McKinley · Ages 18+ · United States of America

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Review by ALON DINA

June 07, 2025 stage takes original article
tagged as: Acting · revival

What I liked

Bryan McKinley as Thomas and Rachael Meyers as Vanda, both give masterful performances. I like how the actors both play with power so well. The physical intimacy on stage is so thoughtfully precise. Lighting shifted the mood as well and the set had many layers to it.

What I didn't like

There is nothing I did not like in the show itself, but our show went a little overtime. I missed the uber to my next show and only got to see 5 shows today. Maybe that is just a testament into how we, as audience members, fall into doing whatever we are told; a theme in the show.

My overall impression

One of the best shows I have seen all year! The play is about a casting session that intertwines with the personal lives of these characters, juggling with themes of gender, power, and desire. The play runs 90 minutes and not a moment is dull. The play is full of dynamic chemistry, boundaries being blurred, and control being pulled in many directions. Phenomenal performances, a show that looks ready for a professional run.

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