THE ALLURE OF THUG LIFE

Hilarious, emotional, and a joy to watch!... full review

Great writing!! Wonderful highs and lows and some killer’ lines and allusions to the 80’s and 90’s! So much heart in this show!! Loved watching you have fun up there Melia!! ... full review

Loved it! Mélia is an endearing good girl book worm, trying to be accepted at her new high school as a “thug,” in spite of her stable home life and married parents. Executed with humor, honesty, and sick beats!... full review

Mélia blends humor, heart, and Tupac beautifully in this coming-of-age story fit for both the stage and TV.... full review

Melia is such a talent! 60 minutes of great entertainment, confidently portraying to her audience a realistic and authentic image and experience of growing up in the suburbs as a young black hip hop enthusiast, as I was likewise :)... full review

Fun, clever, so much great nostalgia! ... full review

Melia is a JOY to watch.... full review

A delightfully hilarious show showcasing Mélia's uproarious talent! This show was such a blast to watch. There was never a lull of laughter & attention. A must-see, especially if you're a Hip Hop fan! ... full review

Amazing and entertainment hour of comedy and music in a coming of age story. This one woman show will have you laughing, thinking and remembering your own childhood.... full review

I loved this show show much! Hurry and go if there are any more tickets left! This is a fun ride and it goes too fast. Melia you need to keep it going longer. The story is relatable, funny, heartbreaking, and surprising. LOVE LOVE LOVE the 'The Allure of Thug Life'!!!... full review