What I liked
I loved the way each performer had a turn but the other performers stayed on stage to watch. It felt like a token of being in solidarity with the performer speaking. It also made the moments where the other performers spoke in chorus that much more powerful.
What I didn't like
The show was fantastic. The only things that I want to see are for certain performers to project more so we can hear their beautiful words, better seating so the entire audience can see what’s happening on stage, and some transitions to flow a little more.
My overall impression
Chrysalis explored the parts of the human, mostly female, experience that we typically shy away from talking about. The performance was raw, honest, and captivating. Each performer painted a world and shared their experience with transition, sometimes merging worlds and taking time for comedic relief. Watching Chrysalis made all the silent battles women fight through their lives feel real and like they were important enough to be heard. As a woman, the show truly touched me.
