Which Way to the Beach

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Ian Donley:

31 Mar. 2024

“ Philip Middleton Williams' WHICH WAY TO THE BEACH is a short yet insightful exploration of the fear parents has trying to protect their children (even grown-up ones) in a world of homophobia. Williams masterfully writes out the parents with complexity that has the audience wondering how much of their fear is genuine and how much does it stem from their own internalized homophobia. I loved it! ”
Brent Alles:

30 Mar. 2024

“ Very enjoyable piece! Nicely drawn characters, snappy back and forth between all involved, and some good statements made in terms of societal mores and familial expectations. Then come the very funny twists at the end that really hit well in terms of how the situation was set up and then subverted right in front of our eyes. A piece of theater that should make a very good impression on those who view it. ”
John Busser:

27 Oct. 2021

“ A great blending of drama and comic farce, Which Way to the Beach is a terrific play about family dynamics and mistaken identity. Philip Middleton Williams has assembled a nicely diverse cast of characters, some of whom are refreshingly against type (the cop who so loves his son, he treats potential suitors as suspects to be interrogated, to make sure they are good enough). As the confusion about who's really who builds, the play ramps up in hilarious fashion. But it also says something about acceptance and being realistic about it as well. Great stuff! ”