What I liked
I love how Kim captured what it is like to work as a technician and more pointedly, in the wardrobe department. That is one of the areas I worked/focused on for a long time in theater (though never at the Broadway level) and she nailed the experiences. I also loved that she kept it real about some of the divas and…less fun… personalities that are often in Theater and Film. The egos. I think that side of the industry needs to be talked about more and I am glad she touched on that in the show.
There is honestly so much to like about this show as it is solid. I was left wanting more (in a good way). I think she shared the right stories in this show and would love to hear more of her tales.
What I didn't like
Honestly, nothing is coming to mind. I thought Unseen was a solid, fun, well paced, well written, well performed and engaging show. In my top 3 of this Fringe (solo or ensemble). I left feeling seen and inspired.
My overall impression
One of the best solo shows I have seen! Kim was charming, funny and engaging. The show was well written, well paces, well-acted/performed, real and honest. But also, the show still hit emotional depth, and I felt the grief the grief Kim went through.
I really connected with the show as an actor who also does tech/crew/behind the scenes work to survive…I 100% related to Kim. For so long Kim felt unseen and through this show, not only is she telling her tale, speaking her truth (thus reclaiming her shine) but she was able to create a show that anyone who has lived that double life as an actor/performer and technician (or even if they are a technician and non-performer) were seen. I felt seen by the end from watching Unseen, that’s some pretty cool and powerful storytelling.
