Kay's description of the orange and her immense craving for a slice are written so evocatively. Emily McClain paints such a wonderful picture with language alone, that the actors onstage performing would be like icing on a cake. Kay is almost paralyzed with self doubt, fear, and embarrassment over such a small thing as an orange slice. But we all sometimes blow things way out of proportion, don't we? As audience members we can look at Kay and say "Just ask for it, already!" But there's a possibility that if WE were Kay, we might be paralyzed too.

A perfect short play. It plumbs the depths of our self conscious obsessions. Poignant while remaining casual. Wise in its simplicity. A lesson gently taught, deeply felt, and wholly rewarding.

This is a brilliant character study on the simple tasks of communicating with strangers and asking for what you want. Kay's characterization is executed perfectly and Rosa's job of being the obstacle to the desperate need for an orange is a great addition to this play. Emily McClain is a master of drawing in audiences and demonstrates that here with this piece. And now I want an orange.