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Only Mom

theatre · Bastien Productions · Ages 18+ · United States

Family Friendly World Premiere
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LLOYD KNIGHT uncertified reviewer July 05, 2010
We had planned to go with a group of people to the show, a late add in the festival, but only two of us were able to attend. Too bad because this was unfortunately its only performance. I felt inspired because like many of us mother can be a lasting source of blame. I was expecting a comedic rant about mom but instead was treated to an refreshing expose through letters, stories and song that intertwined around a misunderstanding in childhood. Told through a persons experience of who they are without really verbally vilifying someone. Told more through expressing personal angst as a result of his life experience. It was a new approach for me since most mom shows tend to rely on shtick, jokes and meddling annoying old ladies that drive thi... full review
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