A Shark Ate My Penis: a History of Boys Like Me

soaring solo studios · Ages 12+ · United States of America

Content Warning one person show world premiere
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Review by MARK VIGEANT

June 05, 2023 certified reviewer

What I liked

I liked when Laser got into his personal story. That’s the stuff that hit me the hardest. I also liked the Piano Man song and the song about how straight people exist haha.

What I didn't like

I think it would be helpful to have visual aids for the people we are time-traveling to visit, if possible. I think it would help me remember if there were newspaper clippings and old photographs.

Some of the props felt unnecessary – for instance the pipe and razor. Not that they’re distracting, but since you’re not really using them in the scene you could spare yourself the trouble of having to keep track of them all.

And I really do think the best parts of the show were your personal story. I know how vulnerable and tough it can be to dive into that stuff, and I think what you’re doing is awesome. But if you’re ever wondering if you could push further and expand… I support that!

My overall impression

Laser is awesome! Proud of him for putting this show together. Funny, educational, moving. Very beautiful!

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