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The Interior by Scott Sickles

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  • John Busser:
    28 Aug. 2022
    “ I think this is one of the most satisfying twist endings I've ever read. The build up, the horror that pervades throughout and the ENORMOUS sense of relief when the protagonist finds out what is going on had me grinning from ear to ear. I loved this piece, but only because it had me so completely bamboozled. And considering what the ending was, it was sooooooo appropriate as the answer. I would give it away. It's too perfect an ending. ”
  • Cole Hunter Dzubak:
    13 Jul. 2022
    “ Wow. This. Now this is good freaking theatre. Scott Sickles is a playwright I often find myself coming back to, and for good reason. Everything about this piece is so good and is so inspiring. The characterization is brilliant, the pacing is phenomenal, everything about this piece is just brilliant. I love the story and the twist and turns it takes. It's creepy as hell and is a situation many are afraid to be in, but the ending is just so nice and truly the cherry on top of this wonderful sundae. ”
  • Nora Louise Syran:
    24 Apr. 2022
    “ Leave it to Scott Sickles to create a character who announces they're unable to survive and then watch them thrive, despite themselves! As Sickles does, seamlessly moving through genres. He instills in his character modesty and humanity and renders him/her universal. Sickles and the super cold read by Miranda Jonte of Backporch Theater held my attention from start to finish. Fine work. Bravo. ”
  • Daniel Prillaman:
    9 Jun. 2021
    “ This one will stick with you. Sickles' solo piece is thrilling, creepy, and evocative, standing with the best of the best "lost in the woods" stories. The horror is first-rate, as always, but the true gems of this play sneak up on us (as well as Skylar), and paint a lasting image and perturbation in our minds. It's just delightful in the least comforting of ways, and the ending manages to throw everything on its head, leaving us with plenty to ponder. You could do this hundreds of ways, and you should. ”
  • Vince Gatton:
    26 Apr. 2021
    “ Effectively creeptastic and so much more, this solo journey of a city mouse into the heart of darkness is at once a thrilling adventure, a hilarious fish-out-of-water tale, a wry critique of our relationship to work, and an absolutely terrifying horror show. As a fan of disaster movies, horror movies, campfire storytelling, self-deprecating comedy, and terrific endings, I found this little play to be an absolute winner. I want to see it, I want to perform it, I want to watch others experience it. Excellent. ”
  • Steven G. Martin:
    25 Apr. 2021
    “ This monologue builds to a horror not through merely creating an atmosphere but by putting its protagonist Skylar through progressively word situations that would leave any person in tatters, emotionally and physically.

    I watched a virtual reading of "The Interior" from Back Porch Theater in April 2021. The story, the performer were absolutely relentless, all of which raised Scott Sickles' script to the appropriate level of genuine horror. ”
  • Emily McClain:
    25 Apr. 2021
    “ This one act play is a wild ride in every sense of the word- Skylar is the ultimate "Everyperson" confronted with the horrors of unrelenting nature as well as the horrors of other humans. What an incredible journey for any performer! What a compelling argument against going outside! Ever! ”
  • John Mabey:
    23 Apr. 2021
    “ For anyone who feels more comfortable in cities, THE INTERIOR is a welcome validation. And for anyone with a great sense of adventure, then this one-act is also a welcome delight. Scott Sickles has an amazing way of writing characters with such complexity and humor, even in the most horrifying situations. And this wonderfully written one-act will definitely have you filled with both fright and laughter, even simultaneously. ”
  • Monica Cross:
    23 Apr. 2021
    “ THE INTERIOR is a wild ride! Poor Skylar Chapin's quick work trip goes from bad to worse to terrifying and a bunch of other places. Skylar has a matter of fact knowledge of her own imminent demise, explaining that there are methods for survival, but Skylar has no idea how to do any of it. Scott Sickles gives us wit, horror, and a fantastic revelation!

    I got to see this performed by Back Porch Theatre on Facebook! If you are looking for a short solo play, THIS IS THE ONE! ”
  • D. Lee Miller:
    22 Apr. 2021
    “ 'Skylar Chapin doesn't do well outside of big cities'. The Interior seems to project his insides to a mind-bending journey of a solo play. We follow Skylar through a nightmarish landscape to the tips of the end of his life -- Horror after horror brings us to a climax you won't see coming - the best kind! It's a thrill to accompany Skyler on this out-of-control nightmare! ”

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