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Such a Pretty Face by Sage Martin

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  • Cheryl Bear:
    12 Aug. 2020
    “ This play is incredible! There's so much truth, beauty and pain in this piece. It's incredibly moving and deeply important, a gorgeous statement on loving yourself and chasing your dreams wherever they may lead you. Fantastic! ”
  • Azram Shadab:
    17 Jul. 2019
    “ SAPF is a light hearted play that follows The Girl through her journey of a new relationship. The play, while being comical and fresh, also shines light on something every fat person has to deal with while searching for their significant other. The refreshing dialogues, the beautiful way relationships are portrayed, the occasional slam poetry between scenes, and simply the theme of this play makes it one of a kind. Kudos to Martin for showcasing something most of us fat people have to deal with in our every day life, in such a beautiful way. ”
  • Christopher Kidder-Mostrom:
    1 Apr. 2019
    “ A good script with solid dialogue that is elevated to another level with the inclusion of periodic monologues that have a special kind of poetry, making what is true in the script even more present and real. Martin has a clear talent for capturing the rhythm of everyday speech. The characters are vividly alive and their joy, and their pain, is visceral in its impact. I've read the play twice now, and there is so much depth in the quick-paced scenes that I really can't wait to see it staged. ”
  • Unicorn Theatre:
    28 Mar. 2019
    “ This play was a SEMIFINALIST for the 2019-2020 In-Progress New Play Reading Series at Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri. It is our pleasure to support SUCH A PRETTY FACE. ”
  • Jordan Kilgore:
    5 Jun. 2018
    “ Such a Pretty Face is a body positive manifesto that never falters in its sense of optimism in the face of adversity. Sharp, funny dialogue and brilliantly lively slam poetry, along with a protagonist who feels undeniably relatable, are among the things that make this piece soar. Really great roles and material for plus-size actresses. Would recommend giving it a read! ”
  • Francis RTM Boyle:
    16 Feb. 2018
    “ Such a Pretty Face is a challenging look at how it feels to seek for love while fat. The narrative is punctuated with slam poetry all focused the experience from earliest thoughts to ultimate breakthroughs. The Girl is who we always wished we'd be. She's fat and demands to be treated as an equal. Her journey is hilarious and sad. Beyond this, the broader point of loving oneself regardless of how we're wrapped permeates this play. Give it a read! ”