←Recommendations of yo ho.

An uber-theatrical delight that is epic in scope in both form and content; that explores, explodes, and refracts history; and that resonates outside of its historical context in the way is explores gender identity, gender performance, and sexuality. It also begins hilarious and has a surprisingly and seriously touching coda of a final scene. A feast, no doubt, for actors, designers, and directors alike.

This play takes you on a thrilling, sexy, swashbuckling wild ride! (on a ship of course) Through a reimagined "what could have happened" between Anne Bonny and Mary Read, SMJ deliciously and poignantly explores how deep and fulfilling relationships can be when we are able to truly celebrate our authentic selves and allow ourselves to be loved for it.

If you're looking to fuel your pirate-themed gender euphoria, look no further than this love story. SMJ expertly combines humor with unflinching honesty — and infuses surrealism into this history — leaving you with the feeling you've gained something you didn't know you were missing.

So entertaining, funny, and heartfelt. I love the anachronisms.

Having tackled this pair myself, it was refreshing to read the likes of Anne and Mary come to life in the words of another playwright. I've quickly become a fan of SMJ .'s work - their wit and charm is on full display as this script is packed to the brim with it. If you ever wondered if historically based theatre can be fun, look no further, yo ho (a pirate play about anne bonny & mary read) will give you a definitive answer to that. This is one that will stay with me.

This swashbuckling play takes the audience to the edge of sex and violence--incisively and hilariously exploring gender roles, identity, and sexuality. The tension between Andy and Mark effortlessly draws in the audience, resulting in a couple the audience can't help but root for. SMJ manages to keep the stakes high and the emotional core hot throughout. An erotic and exhilarating scorcher of a play!

SMJ's brilliant play about finding pirates finding love is deeply felt, incredibly exciting, and outright belly-busting hilarious. It's stayed with me for some time. Beautiful work.

Love the use of games, music and anachronism. An exciting and smart pirate story that examines love and gender expression.

Saw the reading at the Chain. This play slaps so hard. Laugh out loud funny and gut wrenchingly familiar. Characters you love to love and love to hate. An anachronistic romp I couldn’t get enough of. Bravo, SMJ ❤️