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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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Review by WINTER PEARSON

June 24, 2025 certified reviewer

What I liked

As a photosensitive epileptic, I greatly appreciated the content warnings so I could be prepared to cover my eyes! To elaborate on them some more, there are two instances where strobe lights are used. The first is just under 1 hour into the show, where all lights on the stage flicker rapidly between white and black for about 20 seconds. The second is at about 1:05 hours in, where the projector screen (but not the rest of the stage lights) rapidly flickers between multiple colors of the rainbow, lasting for about a minute.

Additionally, it’s worth noting the h slur is used in describing the tapeworm’s reproduction.

What I didn't like

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My overall impression

A vulnerable, weird, comedic musical about a wild situation. Totally suitable for the Fringe. The choreography and live musical accompaniment were huge highlights, as well as the vocal skill from both actors and the prop work! Definitely one of those shows that continues to get stronger as it builds on itself. The album for the show is on Spotify too!

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