The Search for Chocolate

Solo Show · pamela brode · Ages 13+ · United States of America

one person show
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LYNN EMERSON uncertified reviewer April 07, 2024
"The Candyman" is one of the theme songs she sings, representing her unwavering pursuit of "Mr. Right." Because of her affiliation with Scientology, Pamela becomes anathema and on the verge of collapse. Additionally, she meets a sad end when she discovers "Christopher," an appropriately titled savior figure—ironic for a decent Jewish girl. She becomes obsessed with the Kabbalah after her mother convinces her otherwise and eventually saves her from the Scientology cult. And eventually, after a lifetime of dreams dashed and repeatedly endangered by a series of poor choices she made, she visits Israel. I thought the performance of the elderly rabbi giving her wise counsel while stroking his long beard was incredibly funny, poignant, and wonderf... full review
GRIG WOODS uncertified reviewer August 12, 2023
Oh, recently I was also in search of chocolate. Because I had exactly a year relationship with my girlfriend. And of course I decided to give her some nice gifts. I bought a <a href="https://chocolateandlove.com/collections/gift-boxes-large">fairtrade chocolate box</a> with excellent and delicious filling in a beautiful package. I can say that this gift set is just a pleasure to look at and not just eat. Therefore, I advise you to go to the site and order a set of chocolate for a gift to your loved ones.... full review
ED COHEN certified reviewer June 27, 2023
A one person show is a huge undertaking for an actor. Pamela pulled that off without a hitch. She kept the attention of the audience and kept them involved. It was a remarkable performance and I am sure gut wrenching as she traveled from her youth to the present. ... full review
ANONYMOUS certified reviewer June 24, 2023
tagged as: emotional journey! · funny
A funny, emotional journey through a woman’s early life as she tries to find herself through food, boys, and religions. ... full review
BONNIE PRIEVER uncertified reviewer June 16, 2023
A Bittersweet Journey, @ the Fringe Festival, Starring Pamela Brode “The Search For Chocolate,” as performed and written by the very talented Pamela Brode, is a delightful and delectable romp through her love life, her striving for validation and approval, her quest for Jewish identity, with a family that defied expectations. One of the few props onstage is a small suitcase, her symbolic ‘baggage,’ which, at the mention of any aggravating or triggering experiences, she grabs a piece of candy at the ready, to dissipate her angst. One of the thematic songs she sings is “The Candyman,” symbolic of her unquenchable search for ‘Mr. Right.’ Pamela’s involvement with Scientology becomes her anathema, and almost destroys her. Also, her dis... full review