What I liked
I loved the circular movement with the other actors on stage Rachael used to segway from one vignette to the next. For me, it created sort of a gentle storm that was brewing in the entire piece. Each scene left a scattering of debris, that collects all the way to the end of the show. It presents of metaphor of what collateral damage is left behind in these troubling moments. Having all ten actors stay on the stage throughout the performance created an intimacy that was really special.
What I didn't like
N/aMy overall impression
Such an amazing experience. “What Survives” is a very thoughtful and poignant one act, comprised of five vignettes. Each scene helps to create a venn diagram of the struggles we all face in today’s America.
A beautiful combination of drama and levity. Rachael Meyers has bravely opened a dialogue on subjects that are not always easy to discuss, but certainly a part of our, now, new normal. I struggle to say more, because I want viewers to be just as surprised as I was. All ten actors are perfectly cast.
