There is a palpable yearning present in Accuardi's characters and dialogue that lingers long after the last line. The dynamic of the younger cast of characters feels very real through their interactions and is supported by the girls' differing grasps on social media and dating, in general. The adult characters are painfully accurate in their own right through what they leave unsaid and discover throughout the play. Accuardi tactfully leaves breadcrumbs in the form of physical cues and pauses, culminating in a final scene that I was not expecting. "<3" is a poignant, cautionary tale about innocence, adulthood, and relationships.

Jaw-dropping when the two stories collide. A worthy read and accurate portrayal of two age groups - each character is a real person in their own right.

Alongside a compelling story, with several threads that get weaved together in the most intriguing yet inevitable way, "< 3" has an incredible sense of pace that kept me constantly engaged. The young characters feel authentically young even as they are trying to grow up faster than they should have to. I would love to see this play performed.