We enjoyed a much needed down day after viewing 13 shows over the weekend, and having the time to catch up on all the reviews was wonderful. We only attended one preview on Monday, and here’s our review.
TITLE OF SHOW: Sorry About my Friend
VENUE: Stephanie Fuery Studio Theatre
REVIEW: I meet Rachel Scott, the co-writer of this dramedy as well as half of the cast, during Office Hours, and was intrigued by her show. Then she applied for our Larry Cornwall Award, and I had to go see it. Although it wasn’t quite what we’re looking for Award-wise, it was an impressive show that addressed the ever-growing college problem of alcohol abuse. The show is co-written by Scott’s real-life college roommate Xan Herring, and based on a true story. This two-hander delivers its point through a series of comedic glimpses into four years of being college roommates, with a very serious ending. Both Scott and Kelsey Griswold turned in amazing performances. The only thing that I didn’t like was the lack of a curtain call/bow at the end, leaving the conclusion far too abrupt. Despite that, it is definitely worthy of your time.
RECOMMENDATION: This one is worth checking out. Remaining performances are June 22 at 1 p.m., June 23 at 2 p.m., June 27 at 7 p.m. and June 29 at 11:30 a.m. Tickets are available on her Fringe project page.