Having both seen and read this play, I can say that the gold that is this piece shines bright onstage. This play earns the empathy it generates in its audience by raw honesty coupled with relatable quirk and anxiety. We take the journey with Gina, and we don't want it to end until we know she's safe. She connects with us because her comforts are ours: teddy bears, pop culture, solving puzzles (especially when the puzzle is our brains). I laughed and cried through this piece, and I left with the best gift theatre can give - a bigger heart.
Having both seen and read this play, I can say that the gold that is this piece shines bright onstage. This play earns the empathy it generates in its audience by raw honesty coupled with relatable quirk and anxiety. We take the journey with Gina, and we don't want it to end until we know she's safe. She connects with us because her comforts are ours: teddy bears, pop culture, solving puzzles (especially when the puzzle is our brains). I laughed and cried through this piece, and I left with the best gift theatre can give - a bigger heart.