←Recommendations of Sound and Fury (adult version)

Brian has written a great short play that succeeds in peering into the minds of two theatre archetypes: the boorish audience members, and their actor friend who must put up with them. You actually get to empathize with the disruptors, because they truly want their actor buddy to succeed. They just have some difficulty expressing their appreciation. Very funny, very recognizable.

Charming to see these two support their friend in his endeavors, and it's very funny, so I'll try to let go of the innate twitchiness of thinking of being seated near these two chuckleheads in a theater. However, these days, we'll take ANY kind of enthusiasm when it comes to theater. Right? The usual funny stuff from Mister Cern... enjoyable as always.

A beautifully crafted bit of meta-comedy, as well as a delightful depiction of male friendship. As fun to read as it would be to see in person.

05.01.26 - I WISH my first foray on the stage was as delightfully bonkers as Bodie's was. I loved the mix of classics up there that any audience member has heard before, just not in this order. Brian Cern has crafted a funny piece that not only highlights an actor's life, but that of the support system they sometimes need to succeed. Give me friends like Clive and Derek and I'll be a happy thespian. Even if they violate house etiquette.

This took me back to Grade 8 and the middle school talent show that still gives me nightmares. Clever and well-crafted with characters who leap right off the stage and into your lap, spilling your beer in the process. Lots of fun with mangled lines that will test and task the actors and give the audience much to applaud.