What I liked
The personal storytelling is so relatable, funny, and heartbreaking. Olivia strongly physicalized the stories throughout the play — great direction ! She kept up her charming persona throughout, even with late audience arrivals. Also, I liked her quick explanation of the difference between “predator” and “prey.”
What I didn't like
The show was so much fun, it’s difficult to think of any improvement. Perhaps Olivia could add other stories of her matchmaking successes to the show.
My overall impression
Best of the Fringe ! Olivia’s show is so funny, so charming, so brilliantly physicalized — and as a performer she is so likeable. It features not only her personal stories of romance but also starts with a long, physical story about running across a bridge . . . as a metaphor for her slogan, “It Could Happen To You.” She also brilliantly acts out some of the male characters seeking her matchmaking advice, and interacts with an on-screen video of herself (which interacts with the live characters). Wonderful, heartbreaking storytelling, combined with outstanding direction, and the fact that she’s so charming, make this one of the best solo shows I’ve ever seen at the Hollywood Fringe.
