My overall impression
I had never heard of this play, and I find it amazing that it has not been produced more often — because it is a very intense and captivating story. The play is a “look-back” of a lifetime of conversations and experiences of two boys. It is almost a series of vignettes of the human condition: the ups and downs of life, missed opportunities to communicate, broken relationships… yet at the same time a compelling portrait of a bond between lifelong childhood friends.
There are only characters in the play, Scooter Thomas and his friend. The actors do a really good job, as the roles require them to reset their age, settings, and life moments — almost continously, with no breaks.
Keep any eye on the two actors, David Gow and Dylan Arnold. They are college kids with immense talent, and I am sure that we will be hearing their names again — they have big futures ahead of them.
Director Kevin Shipp deserves credit for tying the diverse scenes togther and fostering strong interplay between the two talented actors.
Overall, I think this is one of the top shows on the Fringe — a must see this month!
