Jay Africa

Two Motherfuckers on a Ledge

jay africa · June 07, 2017 certified reviewer
Two Motherfuckers On A Ledge is equal parts sincerity, humor, and insight. It has a touching message, delivered by heartfelt performances by Veronica Wylie and playwright Ron Johnstone. The one-act is a brisk hour long, moving through the topics of what it means and takes to be a hero and, eventually, how we can be heroes to one another. Far from pop-culture fluff, gems like this truly makes the Fringe experience worthwhile. See it!... full review

#Hashtag

jay africa · June 21, 2013 certified reviewer
A timely topic, sharp writing, and a superb cast make #Hashtag one of this year's Fringe must-see shows. It's a well-executed piece full of great performances. Keep an eye out for subtle yet wonderful physical flourishes in Spencer Howard's and Nathan Turner's performances. It's amazing how much the show packs into 50 minutes. It never feels overwhelming, however, thanks to effective use of projections, slick directing, and the great chemistry of the ensemble cast. The projections are nota... full review