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DADDY ISSUES

Solo Theatre · Paesanos Plays · Ages 18+ · 75 mins · United States of America

One Person Show World Premiere
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Review by STEPHANIE FLAX

June 27, 2026 certified reviewer
tagged as: queer · heartfelt · funny · Brave

What I liked

Holds your attention from the moment he steps on stage.

What I didn't like

I’m eager to see what Spencer creates next.

My overall impression

Last Sunday night I had the privilege of watching Spencer Waldner’s Daddy Issues — and I left genuinely moved.

As writer, director, and performer, Spencer carries the full weight of this story, and he does so with remarkable grace. The dialogue is sharp and thought-provoking, the kind that lingers long after the lights go down.

What struck me most is the sheer bravery it takes to put something this personal on a stage. Spencer isn’t just performing — he’s inviting you into his own exploration and growth, and that vulnerability is exactly what makes it so captivating and engrossing.

If you haven’t seen Daddy Issues yet, go. If you have already had the joy of seeing this performance, go again (as I am tonight) — some stories deserve to be witnessed more than once. 👏

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