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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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a shark ate my penis: a history of boys like me

Review by AMY SPALDING

June 05, 2023 certified reviewer
tagged as: funny · musical · trans · lgbtq · Comedy

What I liked

It’s a true joy to see a writer/performer/musician as accomplished as Laser Webber take to the stage with his beautiful story all wrapped up in my favorite stuff: jokes and musical theatre bits. During a time in history where LGBTQ+ rights are under attack, what a gift to sit in a theatre for an hour surrounded by queer joy.

What I didn't like

I think the show could be expanded past the hour mark, but I know that’s a product of Fringe and will likely be developed more!

My overall impression

Laser Webber’s one-man show is at once both heartfelt and hilarious, giving a rollicking ride through queer time and space. Webber’s coupling of his own trans history with actual trans history is as touching as it is very, very funny.

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a shark ate my penis: a history of boys like me