A Needless and Wasteful Requirement

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This show exemplifies what a great Fringe show can be. Experimental writing, tight direction, detailed acting performances, an effective yet simple set, surprising active props, and lots of theatrical references for the theater loving crowd.... full review

Super smart take on Godot featuring impressive performances.... full review

A charming romp about gatekeeping, "A Needless and Wasteful Requirement" deliciously skewers the Beckett estate while creating something truly original and fun. Anchored by a trio of captivating, hilarious, and heartfelt performances, it's one of most original Fringe pieces you'll see.... full review

A Needless and Wasteful Requirement tragically does not live up to its name- the play is well-put and succinct, and certainly not the droll time implied by the name. The lines are perfectly timed, and despite the small cast and budget, the prop comedy keeps it from dragging. Writer and co-director Rob McRae clearly has a gift for the pen, and brings his expertise as a lawyer to the show with a savvy, cutting wit, while co-director Micala Stone ensures the cast really uses the space- up to and including the seat next to me. Actress Kara O’Connor smashes in her fringe debut with one of the most hilarious and technically demanding monologues I’ve ever seen, with her role as “stage manager” playing hopscotch with the fourth wall throughout t... full review

A delightful concept with a great cast and with great performances, a particularly impressive bit of accent work and stamina. I highly recommend it especially if you're low on beta-carotene. ... full review

The most delightful play about intellectual property rights I've ever seen! (seriously, though, I love that stuff and really enjoyed this play)... full review

A play for anyone whose performed, produced, or loves theatre. Witty dialogue, tactful subject matter, and hilarious characters that is both a tribute and a moral compass to Beckett thought pieces. There is nothing to prevent me from recommending this show to anybody willing to listen. The small moments, and the big gave a treat for the theatre lover in me.... full review

The perfect fringe piece! Great writing, great actors, great directing, what more could you want? In fact, have you seen it already? You have? Well, you should see it a second time like I did! The actors are so good at including a little subtle improv that each performance feels unique and special. ... full review

This delightful show is a perfect fringe offering! ... full review