What I liked
For nearly an hour, Kelly, just keeps raising the stakes. What begins as a charming, funny ride gradually transforms into something far deeper and more emotionally resonant. About a quarter of the way into the show, she begins telling a story from her childhood. You think you know exactly where it’s headed. You even start to squirm in your seat a little, bracing for what’s coming.
Then – BOOM.
The story takes a complete 180 from what you expected.
That’s not just good writing – that’s great storytelling.
Kelly has the rare ability to share something deeply personal while keeping the audience smiling through almost all of it, which makes the emotional turns land even harder. It takes generosity and confidence to pull that off, and she does it beautifully.
Kudos to Kelly for such an honest, wonderfully crafted performance, and kudos to Wayne for the tight, confident direction that keeps the piece moving effortlessly.
What I didn't like
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My overall impression
I’m always a little cautious about one-person shows built around someone’s personal life. Fictional solo pieces usually excite me more because they have a little more room to surprise.
I could not have been more wrong.
Army Brat is funny, heartfelt, and consistently engaging. Kelly Mullis. takes what could have been a familiar autobiographical story and turns it into something genuinely compelling. If you’re a fan of one-person theatre, this is absolutely worth your time.
Don’t miss it.
