Trigger

by Sam Chanse

When Lee recognizes childhood friend Allie in a video of a racist rant that goes viral, Lee's sister, Grace, urges her to reach out. As Lee becomes uncomfortably reacquainted with Allie, a volatile domestic situation and sudden crisis explode the world around her. In a time of heightened fear and anger, how can Lee connect with others, and contend with her own rage? A play about this country and this moment, the...

When Lee recognizes childhood friend Allie in a video of a racist rant that goes viral, Lee's sister, Grace, urges her to reach out. As Lee becomes uncomfortably reacquainted with Allie, a volatile domestic situation and sudden crisis explode the world around her. In a time of heightened fear and anger, how can Lee connect with others, and contend with her own rage? A play about this country and this moment, the fury around and within us, and what happens next.

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  • Elizabeth A. M. Keel: Trigger by Sam Chanse
    “

    Trigger dares to tread in the valley of rage. I really enjoyed the explorations of race and privilege juxtaposed with ancient gods, mythology, and current neuroscience. Theatrically, I was compelled by the symbolic symptoms that peppered the story, increasing my anxiety by physicalizing the deepening mood. The dialogue unfurls as sharp, nuanced, and unadorned. I like a play where gods walk at the same time as coffee is poured; there’s a strong vibe that absolutely anything could happen next. This one will leave you taking deep breaths.

    Trigger dares to tread in the valley of rage. I really enjoyed the explorations of race and privilege juxtaposed with ancient gods, mythology, and current neuroscience. Theatrically, I was compelled by the symbolic symptoms that peppered the story, increasing my anxiety by physicalizing the deepening mood. The dialogue unfurls as sharp, nuanced, and unadorned. I like a play where gods walk at the same time as coffee is poured; there’s a strong vibe that absolutely anything could happen next. This one will leave you taking deep breaths.

    ”