Joke Hold

Sort of a near perfect Fringe show. Character driven tight ensemble, somewhere in between a comedy and a thriller. A really fun night at the theatre and a really well done production.... full review

Strong writing, direction and performances. A few ordinary people in an improv group unexpectedly face a disturbing challenge. This is a show that will affect you emotionally. Highly recommended.... full review

Joke Hold was fantastic. Entire cast was great…this show is well written, funny, thought provoking ... full review

entertaining dark comedy... full review

Equally talented ensemble cast carrying a snappy script with ease. One of the most dastardly and real villains I've seen, played to slow burn perfection by the actor (no spoilers!). I really related to both Maya and Cy, though I have also absolutely been an Andrew and a Bernie and an Ash. That's the part that really stuck with me: every character really embodied the various archetypes of the improv comedy world, and larger comedy world in general. ... full review

A dark satire that at first seems to be about an ambitious improv group adjusting to a challenging new cast member. It twists and turns into something far more compelling and dangerous as a broader social commentary. Funny, then chilling.... full review

Brilliant and powerful piece of theater!... full review

Wonderful ensemble work from the entire cast! And the ending? What a punch in the gut!... full review

I thought all of the actors did a fantastic job with the material they were given. My main issues comes with the attempted rape scene, which the show provides no warning for whatsoever. The scene itself is lengthy and not having any mention that there would be simulated acts of sexual violence is an extreme oversight. Truthfully had I not been sitting against the wall with a row full of people I would have left the theater. ... full review