I really really really loved this. Haven't seen a piece that has tackled a breakup this raw and fresh, I really enjoyed it. I loved the space the pacing held. Really great performances from the actors and I loved that it took place all in one setting. ...
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I adored this piece and immediately wanted to get my hands on the script as a reader, an actor, and a fan.
Brilliantly written and brilliantly acted, Slack Tide follows a foursome of old friends tackling the transition from school into early adulthood. The show is rife with layered moments of satisfying subtext, compelling group dynamics, and beautifully written ethical and societal debates. The writing itself merits own tome of praise. Matso has woven heated debate over the heaviest and most pressing questions facing young people into a fun-to-watch relationship drama. And the faux intertextuality of the piece speaks to its sophistication –– a whole segment of the plot is devoted to discussion of The Elysian, a novel that is an invention...
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I really enjoyed Slacktide. The writing was excellent, with dense and engaging dialogue that kept me invested throughout. The cast delivered intimate, thoughtful performances that brought a lot of depth and humanity to the piece....
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I was incredibly inspired by this play as the actors were all superb in their roles as they were each performing! I also loved the storyline for this play from the beginning through the ending!...
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certified reviewerJune 14, 2026
Great human performances. Will and Morgan’s dynamic was a driving force that felt very human. Relatable, funny and raw!...
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Felt like a Noah Kahan song come to life. A beautiful play about friendship and the desperate want to stay where you feel safe, but the tide keeps pulling you further and further out to sea. ...
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