45 Milligrams

ensemble theatre · enk · Ages 16+ · United States of America

world premiere
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Review by LUCY GILLESPIE

June 23, 2019 certified reviewer
tagged as: smart · absurd · mental health

What I liked

The gathering pace of absurdity, the slick choreography, the velvet voice of the actor playing Danny/Denny. The story flip was really well handled.

What I didn't like

Thought short, it’s a perfectly contained story. I’d be curious, however, about a second act, and how the writers might depict further steps along the path to recovery.

My overall impression

Engrossing and smart. It’s hard to write about mental health without falling into the “crazy” trap. This provided a logical through line, compelling characters with real needs, and came closest to a metaphor for mental health issues than anything I’ve ever seen. It was a powerful experience.

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