The Vertical

A hilarious and brutally honest look at the mistreatment of actors on microdrama sets! Even if you are lucky enough not to know anything about the racism, misogyny, and abusive world of vertical dramas, this show is still a must-see! ... full review

“The Vertical” is a clever, timely, and surprisingly insightful stage play that explores the evolving world of vertical micro-dramas through both humor and heart. As someone who also works in the vertical drama space, I appreciated how the play captured the unique challenges, opportunities, and absurdities of creating compelling stories in such a fast-paced format.... full review

A sharp, satirical takedown of the twisted dark side of vertical microdramas!... full review

I went into this show never having seen a vertical show, never even knowing what one was. I left more knowledgeable and also laughing, after experiencing the biting humorous commentary on this form of entertainment. From terrible AI-written scripts to apathetic background actors, to models turned leads because they had the right look, this show highlights the racism in the casting of verticals.... full review

A very unique show. I was very curious about The Vertical world, and it was a great to see it from the inside...clever way to do this show as well, as we got to be flies on the wall on set!... full review

Really insightful, piece that did a great job educating and shine the light on this part of the entertainment industry... full review

My over impression was that it was well written, educational, and very humorous. I wasn't too familiar with verticals but until watching the this play but I really enjoyed all aspects of it and it brought to light an issue about racial biased in theater and film.... full review

What a funny and deep dive down the Vertical rabbit hole! It was an intimate look into this scene, and since I didn't know much about verticals, and I'm glad I saw this to learn more about them. I am so fascinated now! ... full review

Hilarious lampoon of the vertical films with a clever, sharp script and an excellent ensemble cast. ... full review

THE VERTICAL was SUCH a funny and poignant show, with great cast and writing. The show is genuinely hilarious and pokes fun at itself and the industry all at once. It takes a really clever writer to nail that, and this show lands in exactly the sweet spot between funny and serious. This is a biting satirical comedy that you will NOT want to miss!!... full review