Andrew Doerksen
I absolutely loved Sam’s Clam and Oyster Bar at Fringe and I do not think I have laughed this hard for that long in ages. From the very first moments the show leaned into its own absurdity with gusto. Pirates lost at sea, a grandfather’s sudden death, and a clam and oyster bar that becomes the stage for all kinds of chaos.
The cast is wildly fun to watch, especially the long armed man who had everyone in tears from laughter. The comedy is ridiculous in the best way, and the music, while hilarious, is also genuinely wonderful to listen to.
Somewhere between a nautical fever dream and a lewd campfire tale, this is a show that never stops throwing curveballs.
If you can snag tickets this one is absolutely worth the watch.
I had the privilege to see Hearts Left Open, and what a show it was. The play is exactly what its title suggests. It is heart wrenching yet profoundly beautiful. It captures the friendship that forms in the hardest moments of life while also laying bare the nuances of grief, love, and devastating heartbreak.
The performances do not feel like acting at all. The emotions are so authentic that at times you forget you are in a theatre and feel as though you are living alongside these characters in their most difficult hours.
The writing and acting are raw, honest, and deeply moving. This is the kind of theatre that reminds us why live performance matters. For a moment in time, you get to live another person’s life.
I will not lie. This show is not always easy to watch, but it took my heart and is absolutely worth seeing. In my opinion it deserves recognition and awards for both its acting and its writing. I definitely would recommend.
We just saw Boston Dip at Fringe and had an absolute blast. This show is comedy at its finest: fast, clever, and packed with antics that had us laughing all the way through.
The cast lit up the stage with sharp, playful performances that pull you straight into the chaos each character brings.The characters are endearing, playfully quick-witted, and impossibly sweet. It is the kind of show that works for everyone. Bring the family, bring a date, but do not go alone.
The humor is witty, wonderfully absurd, and completely irresistible.
If you are looking for a show that will keep you snickering and laughing long after the curtain call, do not miss Boston Dip. You will leave grinning, guaranteed.