What I liked
Honestly everything. The twist. The unique quirky fun story. The way it always had me guessing. The writing, the performance, the use of props and costumes, the simplicity of it all. The deep places it explored. What a wonder of a show!
What I didn't like
Shut up. No notes.
My overall impression
One of the best shows I’ve seen at Fringe so far! This show is raw, guttural, honest, heartbreakingly real, all at the same time as being absolutely laugh-out-loud hilarious. It’s not an easy feat to write a one hour solo show that grips you from start to finish, but “Slay Me” does just that. We begin with full blown comedy and a performance by Veronica Rosas that will have you barrel laughing. Her comic timing and chaotic charisma on stage is one helluva stand-out, and at times is even reminiscent of the great Lily Tomlin. And just when you think it couldn’t get funnier, the audience gets hit with the cold, dark reality of the struggles of aging, self-acceptance, and depression that leaves us gut-punched. The character and her demons are so relatable and some of the monologues are written so well, I’d half expect to hear them in the next Oscar-winning film for best screenplay! Rosas lays it all on stage for us. Her emotional availability is staggering and the vulnerability that she shares is something truly special. The connectivity she displays between her heart and the words she speaks is professional and absolutely captivating. And to round it all off, this powerhouse performance was crafted by amazing direction. Ashley Karp was able to elevate an already stunning show to new heights with precise directorial talent. The execution was severely impressive.
