What I liked
A well written timely and important topic of discussion. The actresses portrayed their characters well.
What I didn't like
This could be a little longer, to elaborate a bit more on the characters’ histories. In particular, it seemed like Barbara changed her opinion on trans women pretty quickly, considering the unfavorable views she expressed at the beginning. Perhaps there is something in her past that makes her more compassionate, empathetic, and amenable to change?
My overall impression
Taking place on a train in Berlin, this play focuses on a conversation between two women, a trans German woman named Marlene and Barbara, a conservative American woman. What begins as light small talk initiated by Marlene takes a heavy turn when Barbara makes her negative views on trans women known. What ensues is the important conversations we need to be having now, lest Germany’s dark history be repeated.
