The play packed a heavy punch for a two person performance, greatly aided by superb world building within the script- a testament to sharp writing and fun use of digital aides. Within 45 seconds I understood the location/setting/mood of the play- and was left to enjoy. The play was highlighted by a superb performance by Juliana Joel – whom put on a masterclass of acting across from her not-to-be-left-out foil Anthony Notarile- that played the supporting role to perfection, allowing Juliana to flex a range of emotions and growth throughout the play.
What I didn't like
At one or two moments, plot progression points seemed reliant on 1-2 lines of dialogue- but what can you do with a 30 minute play seeking to cover such a wide breadth of topics and character growth, world building with sharp social commentary, all while keeping it squarely in the comedy genre. Despite this, I found the sharp writing, in general, to be the best part of the play. Such is Fringe!
My overall impression
A must see 30 minute show for members of the LGBTQIA+ community or anyone that wants to get a glimpse into the experiences of this community while spending most of the time laughing. An incredibly smart setting to deliver truth to words in a fun package.