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SQUIRM: A True Story

Musicals & Operas · Share the Load · Ages 17+ · United States of America

Content Warning Includes Nudity World Premiere
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squirm: a true story
KEVIN AUGUST certified reviewer June 08, 2025
tagged as: puppets · tapeworm · Comedy · musical · love story · heartwarming · fun
This is a beautiful and hilarious love story that should not be missed! Mia and Nicholas take the audience on a journey of self discovery through a messy and intense Cancer season. The puppetry is brilliant and the music is heartwarming and humanizing. Their onstage chemistry was palpable and the struggles Mia faces overcoming their dependence on their fav lil scapegoat are so relatable on so many levels. When it comes to the abilities of a tapeworm, you will see things you didn't know were possible. Do yourself a favor and SEE THIS SHOW! ... full review
squirm: a true story
LEX LEVY certified reviewer June 23, 2025
tagged as: chronic illness · Love · queer · crafty · weird · heartfelt · funny · honest · startling · lgbtq
I was absolutely blown away by this show. I was impressed by the artistry in every aspect - the writing and music, of course, and the performances. The art direction, the scenic design (it's hard to call them 'sets' - each piece was at once less and more than a set,) the use of musical instruments as their own kind of voice, the mesmerizing choreography, the knitting! Truly astounding. I didn't know anything about this going in and I've told random chatty strangers waiting in line for other shows to go see this show.... full review
squirm: a true story
LINZY BELTRAN certified reviewer June 25, 2025
tagged as: musical
This is one of my favorite shows I've seen at Fringe! The set pieces, the live music, the well-written songs made the semi-autobiographical story come to life in such an engaging and connecting way. I loved it! ... full review
squirm: a true story
LANI HARMS certified reviewer June 20, 2025
tagged as: sweet · vulnerable · unique
I've had these songs stuck in my head all week! The hooks are fantastic, and the story is so compelling. It's a fascinating exploration of how far self sabotage can go when we're afraid to achieve our dreams.... full review
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MANDY RUBELI certified reviewer June 20, 2025
tagged as: fun · funny · cathartic · powerful · emotional
This was absolutely my favorite show I've seen at Fringe so far. Mia and Nick are fantastic performers and keep you hooked the entire time. This show resonated with me deeply and will be show I think about for a very long time. I left the theater feeling like I’d just witnessed something truly real.... full review
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RESHMA MEISTER certified reviewer June 16, 2025
Squirm is a two hander puppet/solo show with a live saxophone/flutist. Mia tells the story of their experience having a tape worm (played by Nicholas Hemerling). The two have such playful chemistry and they sing original songs written by Mia. It's heartwarming and unique and full of surprises. ... full review
squirm: a true story
STEPHANIE GERDING certified reviewer June 15, 2025
I loved the show! It was original, funny, and creative. ... full review
squirm: a true story
CAMERON POTER certified reviewer June 15, 2025
Incredible!! Such a wonderful heartfelt, musical dramedy. I loved it! The performers have such great chemistry. They told a beautiful story about personal growth and had me laughing at the same time. It was terrific blend of light and dark, and they really transported me!... full review
squirm: a true story
ANONYMOUS certified reviewer June 11, 2025
I thought this show was delightful! The main artist is vulnerable and exploring something truly meaningful to them. A perfect fringe show :) ... full review
squirm: a true story
ERIN CALLAHAN certified reviewer June 09, 2025
A delightfully deranged, funny show with genuinely beautiful music.... full review
squirm: a true story