THE DEATH OF SAM MOBEAN

It's been a challenge to know exactly where to begin with any kind of description of Orgasmico Theatre Company's premiere of "The Death of Sam Mobean".  This failure to verbally launch isn't due to anything that might be considered subjectively wrong with the work.  Quite the opposite - it is in fact caused by this being the smartest, most fiercely enacted, most engaging and mysterious piece seen thus far by these eyes at Hollywood Fringe Festival and the journey of discovery offered here is one that should be left unspoiled for those who will be able to witness it.... full review

At the start of the show, I was sitting back slouched in my seat. By the end of the show, I was leaning forward, mouth agape, wondering to myself, “What sort of deranged brilliance did I just see?”... full review

I am always amazed by what Michael Shaw Fisher creates. He has shown once again with this piece the true poet he is. ... full review

Well-performed! Great acting. The writing had some really good zingers... full review

If there is one thing Michael Shaw Fisher is fantastic at, it's creating a sense of the strange, unique and compelling. Once again, he's drafted a story about a machine, an altered state of reality and something that seems very, very familiar...... full review

Compelling. Weird. Engaging. Provocative with a fantastic cast Great wink & nod to Lynchian structure. ... full review

An atmospheric and chilling theatrical experience with a spectacular ensemble cast, that peppers in a healthy dose of humor throughout. This team works wonders with a tiny and limited venue, taking you on a mysterious journey within the hour. ... full review

A playful exploration of circular time with a touch of mysticism thrown in for good measure. Tonally all over the place but somehow it adds to the charm of this production.... full review

A welcome mindfuck. ... full review

This kind of play is exactly what Fringe is for. It was weird and incomprehensible until it wasn't. Then, it was really cool. ... full review