Yesterday was an experiment. The previous two times I have done my solo show, I blocked out several hours before the performance to prepare. Yesterday, I went to the show before my performance, and the show after it as well, and my performance went much better. Here are the reviews for yesterday.
TITLE OF SHOW: Squeeze my Cans
VENUE: The Broadwater (Main Stage)
REVIEW: This show first appeared at the Hollywood Fringe in 2016, and was an instant hit. I was unable to get tickets that year, but made sure to get in for this updated show. Cathy Schenkelberg is a true treasure, a gifted voice over and stage actress with something to say. There have been quite a few high profile defections from Scientology, but no one has given us as many details as Schenkelberg does. She is brilliant, funny, and high energy as she takes us on this compelling journey to ultimate freedom. As she quotes, “I’m broke, but not broken.” Come be inspired by this amazing true story.
RECOMMENDATION: This one is definitely worth checking out. Remaining performances are June 21 at 7 p.m., June 22 at 8 p.m., June 23 at 12:30 p.m. and June 26 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.
TITLE OF SHOW: The Circle Table
VENUE: Studio/Stage
REVIEW: Watching this show was like watching my kids and grandkids, all of whom have grown up and are growing up in a digital age where so much communication is carried out on Facebook, Facetime and Instagram. The series of vignettes introduced us to a group of amazing characters who had grown up together but gone on different paths. There is lots of comedy and dramedy, and we bet you can find at least one of these characters to relate to. Hats off to Flat Tire Theatre for a brilliant production.
RECOMMENDATION: This one is definitely worth checking out. Their final performance on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. is sold out, but come down and get on the wait list so you don’t miss it.
TITLE OF SHOW: Pho Girl
VENUE: Studio/Stage
REVIEW: Once again, Chambers Stevens has written a brilliant play that is truly brought to life by the cast, in this case Orange County native Brigitte Ngo-Trinh. Although it is a work of fiction, it feels like the truth, and the audience is the recipient of a feel good story, and some amazing food as well. We loved the way he weaved the story and the way that Ngo-Trinh was able to capture it on stage, revealing her amazing food preparation skills. Make sure you come on an empty stomach to get the full effect of this amazing performance.
RECOMMENDATION: This one is definitely worth checking out. Remaining performances are June 22 at 7:30 p.m. and June 27 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.