Funeral Show

Elena is a GENIUS. She’s crafted a show (well, funeral) that is wildly entertaining, unexpectedly fun, totally unique, immersive, and laugh-until-you-cry hilarious. But it’s also deeply personal, reflective, and unexpectedly relatable. The structure is masterful. Elena is an electric performer who radiates authenticity. She pulls no punches, and it is an absolute joy to experience. Honestly, I’ve never had so much fun at a funeral.... full review

Funeral Show was a special look into familial relationships and how to put to "rest" those that we choose to let go of. It was a fun and engaging experience that thrust the audience into the performance. It was a wonderful show with a great message. ... full review

Hilarious and heartfelt show about the little things that stick with you from family you've lost (one way or another). The setup for the funeral is brilliant, with audience participation that works whether they keep up with Elena's storytelling or not. The payoff of seeing her father experience his ideal funeral is absolutely perfect and surprising in the best way!... full review

Elena's show hit me in a very tender place in my heart. Navigating grief and mourning while also expertly using humor and fun - the journey was a big breath of fresh air. ... full review

Goofy goofy fun, while touching on the reality of having to cut off a loved one due to politics, toxicity, narcissism, etc. It's a celebration of what we love of our loved ones while saying goodbye in funeral form to the person. Elena is a master of keeping things FUN(eral) and light while delving into a mourning and grief of a relationship that will never be the way we remember it. Healthy, beautiful, hilarious and playful! ... full review

Such a creative, interactive show with hilarious set and props.... full review

The most interactive show I've been to! Very Creative and unique! I was fascinated to see the transformation made on stage. And loved being part of a funeral for I person I've never met and isn't dead!... full review

I found this show raw, funny and deeply personal. The premise is both poignant and provocative: a daughter performing a funeral for her father who is still alive, symbolizing their estrangement. Despite this difficult subject, the show strikes a remarkable balance between emotional honesty and humor. It’s funny, musical, and full of heart, with audience participation that’s not only engaging but central to the experience.... full review

Great, honest, humorous look at family relationships through the lens of a funeral for someone who is still alive. Wonderfully and thoughtfully written, and performed with ease and awareness. Highly recommended!!... full review

Funeral Show by Elena Martinez was a delight. With warmth and originality, Elena explored the grief of losing a parent-child relationship—not through blame, but through a thoughtful lens of what went right as opposed to what went wrong. ... full review