Becoming Apparent

Feather-like Konstantulakis carries the weight of a heavy past in a glorious dance to become a-parent. A must see for all, but especially for actors who appreciate the fine details of acting craft. ... full review

beautifully staged, utterly captivating and moved me to tears... full review

Becoming Apparent was such a moving and vulnerable show that will stay with me for a long time. I loved Olga's approach to the format of a solo show, weaving in and out between narration and scenes in such a seamless way. I believe she struck a beautiful balance between highlighting deep, traumatic events with a universal humor by poking at topics like motherhood and religion that are often taboo to criticize. Wonderful direction by Elina de Santos. ... full review

Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. ... full review

Becoming Apparent is a mesmerizing, deeply felt journey into motherhood, memory, and the body, told through a dreamlike, fractured lens that never feels confusing or indulgent. Olga Konstantulakis builds a modern myth out of her own story, showing how trauma lives in the body and how healing rarely moves in a straight line. The piece is raw, tactile, and emotionally precise; I was fully pulled into her world and left feeling shaken, understood, and inspired.... full review

Audible and visual precision are the tools that make this poem in motion work. With the same ease with which the writer/performer crosses time and space, we, the audience, get on the surfboard of her memory. Past and present are in constant and sometimes accusatory dialogue; the present the result of a past that did not know better. ... full review

A tour de force of childhood, motherhood, and all the rough water in between.... full review

This is a powerful piece. Olga Konstantulakis gracefully explores pain and joy through vivid characters and snapshots of life. Excellent work!... full review

I am still tearing up. Two hours after the show. The writing, the storytelling, the acting in Becoming Apparent - it is all impactful, honest, genuine, simultaneously heartbreaking and beautiful. Astounded by the talent on display. ... full review

Olga delivers a compelling performance that keeps you interested from beginning to end. Strongly recommended, especially for parents and anyone considering parenthood.... full review