Black Woman in Deep Water

Solo Show · makena · Ages 13+ · United States of America

one person show world premiere
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Review by TATUM LANGTON

August 17, 2021 certified reviewer
tagged as: Stunning · dark

What I liked

It certainly is a pleasant show to look at. It doesn’t ever feel “over done”, if that makes sense. The acting, the props, the lighting has an artistic simplicity that is quite stunning.

What I didn't like

I am left wanting more of the story. I don’t know if this needs to be improved. I think maybe I missed something in the writing and wanted to hear a bit more or more clearly why this woman felt she had to murder one of her children. What happened to her other children? What happened to her afterwards? I think since it is only 45 minutes long, there could be a little more story told.

My overall impression

Wow. What a beautiful performance. From the lighting, to the lay-out and art direction of the stage, to the costuming and performance and writing. Just beautiful.

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