Interviewing for the Role of Father

Powerful. Moving. Honest.... full review

If you've ever lost someone or had a relationship with too much left unsaid, this show might help you work through some of those feelings. Xander Priddie put together one hell of a great piece here and it's not one to miss.... full review

An incredibly personal story that is simultaneously very specific, and yet feels oddly universal. There are many different levels to this show. On the surface it’s a story about being a child of an immigrant, about being queer, about mourning your parent before they’re gone. But those are just the starting points that allow for a deeper examination of the relationship at the core of this story. It takes the audience on a journey that looks at how our parent’s lives shape them, and how that in turn shapes their expectations of us. Then we go a level deeper and look at how their expectations shape us. Because ultimately we have break those expectations of to become the people we need to be. I’m not a child of an immigrant, trans, o... full review

This piece really spoke to me as a child of immigrants, dealing with the pressures of achieving the elusive American dream. The actors worked well together, and their performances and the writing make you feel great empathy for both of them despite their being at odds with one another. ... full review

7 out of 10 – Average Show! Click the link below to learn more: https://latheatrebites.com/hff26-interviewing-for-the-role-of-father-bad-ladder-review/... full review

A must see! This play offers such a unique perspective on the parent child relationship and really makes you both think and feel. Xander Priddie's acting is incredible, and writing is beautiful and poetic. The subject matter is something so many people can relate to, and it left many audience members in tears, including myself. I would absolutely see it again and recommend it to everyone.... full review