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fraternity life
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ANONYMOUS
certified reviewer
June 06, 2017
The show is a brilliant social commentary on the dumbing down of America in the Trump era (even though it was written like a decade ago). It's also a telling look into coming of age. It hits on some very sensitive topics and if you are someone who is easily offended...not for you. But, if you like to squirm a little and think and just flat out laugh your ass off, this is a great way to spend an hour! The cast is excellent, they play their roles to perfection and they all show at varying points that there is much more to them than what is on the surface and sometimes, it's even worse. Highly recommend and I'll definitely be seeing it again....
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ANONYMOUS
certified reviewer
June 07, 2017
Given the small space, I was extremely impressed. Perhaps the best play I've seen at FRINGE.
Outstanding casting.
Stand out performances by Daniela Bobadilla and Alex Dyon....
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LUKE SCHNEIDER
certified reviewer
June 09, 2017
I thought Pledge was great! I loved the small theatre because it felt much more intimate. I thought the casting for all roles was superb with standout performances by Alex Dyon and Daniela Bobadilla. The whole cast worked very well together and were perfect for their respective parts. A great ensemble. Pledge is a play that deals with relevant subjects and mixes comedy and drama seamlessly. It makes you think, laugh, and cry. I will definitely try to see it again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great hour of entertainment....
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PETER FOLDY
uncertified reviewer
June 10, 2017
A smart, edgy peek into the lives of an alcohol-infused fraternity, "Pledge" is a powerful production with great performances from a talented cast....
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ANONYMOUS
certified reviewer
June 12, 2017
This is a deeply engaging, darkly funny play about the choices we all have - and don't have - about the person we become. Uncle Brent is the warpped adult litmus test for the emerging colors of character of a bunch of spoiled frat boys. Meanwhile, the girlfriend of one is in a pull-yourself-up-by-the-bootstraps reform of her hedonistic ways. Whichever way you go, life is short! A must-see!...
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ANONYMOUS
certified reviewer
June 12, 2017
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fun
I enjoyed the show overall. I like the unique take on how antiquated social ideas can clash with modern ones, and how people react to those situations. ...
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MICHAEL VAN DUZER
stage happenings & showmag
certified reviewer
June 12, 2017
Running an hour, Pledge feels like the perfect Fringe show: surprising, succinct, and striking.
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ROB STEVENS
haineshisway.com
certified reviewer
June 27, 2017
It’s a simple plot and the actors do a fine job fleshing out the thinly written characters. Their charm and gusto make the time fly past swiftly....
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RYAN LISMAN
uncertified reviewer
June 13, 2017
This is likely going to be my favorite show I've seen at this year's fringe, it fulfilled so many of my wants as a theatre-goer, it was smart, it was funny, it was rich with social commentary, and it was always engaging. I highly recommend seeing Pledge, I promise you will greatly enjoy it....
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RUSSELL EATON
http://www.myhauntlife.com
certified reviewer
June 16, 2017
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dramedy ·
fraternity life
This may end up being one of my favorite plays at Fringe this year. Dark, funny, very disturbing. Set in a fraternity house days after a pledge has committed suicide, each character seems to be wrestling with some aspect of “how do I become an adult?”
For one female character, that means moving on from an unpleasant encounter that may threaten relationships for the rest of her life. For some of the characters, it is obvious that massive insecurity reigns behind the bravado of womanizing, drinking, and fighting. Some of the guys may be just trying to compensate for insecurity, others actually buy into the idea that this is manhood. Fascinating stuff to watch unfold....
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