The Pod

lucid dramatics / spy brunch · Ages 21+ · United States of America

world premiere
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Review by RUSSELL EATON

June 21, 2019 original article

What I liked

I got to meet a robot!!! Played with humor, compassion and intensity by Katelyn Schiller, this creation is observing you as you are observing it. Its goal is to become more human appearing, your goal is to react as if it were human. In under 20 minutes, everything in this production from the sound, lighting and modest set create an environment that allows you to completely buy into the situation. Add to that Schiller’s intense performance, this is a unique and fun experience. At times, I found myself laughing, then suddenly being moved.

What I didn't like

The lobby greeting could be fleshed out a bit, but does manage to set the mood really well. The short running time is both perfect and slightly disappointing since you want to spend more time here!

My overall impression

This short immersive piece has a sci-fi tilt but manages to be one of the most thoughtful, human, thought-provoking pieces around. Well worth attending, completely enjoyable. Strong performances all around.

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