Reviews

This was such a unique show! I laughed but it was also very thought provoking. I love a good comedy / drama mix, and this was it. Expect the unexpected!

This was both profound and extremely funny. The wit from the writing combined with the excellent delivery from the actors exceeded my expectations. Such an original and fun play that deserves more attention!

The Fabulist is a good tribute to Helen Creighton, with certain educational value. As someone who went in not knowing who Helen Creighton was, I definetly left with a better understanding of who she was and her impact.

There are a few aspects of the show that did not land for me. The writing often relied on exposition. While I understand it situates the audiences in the timeline of her career, there are other, more creative opportunities that have potential to carry the story through.

The video/projection aspect within the show took away from the actor's performance. This monologue and delivery were my highlight and was by far the most captivating performance in the show. The video pulled my attention away. The writing in this moment spoke for itself. It really felt like we were Helen Crieghton in this moment, witnessing this story spoken for the first time.

I think the use of the classic "Farewell to Nova Scotia" as a connective tissue was a very clever concept, however, I feel the execution is not quite at its full potential. I think using an instrumental track of the song could help fill the gaps and provide consistency throughout the story. A soundtrack or score of sorts. I felt disconnected with Helen Creighton's character at times (probably due to her very composed demeanour), and having music could help us see into her psyche as she uncovers the haunted folklore of the province.

Overall, I can see a lot of potential with this production. With further developement I could see this show becoming a staple in educating the public on this local legend.

Jon has found his true calling after a decade trying to convince others to not buy a civic. Funny, vulnerable and heartfelt - don’t pass this up!

A lovely work from August Van Meekeren that makes great use of their strengths as a performer and storyteller. Their interplay with Pasha Ebrahimi as The Apple from the Bible is lots of fun and gives a compelling core focus (pun intended) to this series of stories

Another wonderful script from Lawson Hannaford that's full of heart and finds so much beauty and in the small things in life. James Ersil's Snail is such a joy to share a room with and I love the ways the contrast in size is represented on stage in a way that you never question it. Whatever Bloom theatre and Lawson do next, I'm sat.

Ubu Roi (and Ocean’s Twelve) eat your heart out

So clever, so funny; from profound thought centred around bananas to each punny apeism, it all made me belly laugh. Hal Rotman’s writing is masterful and so very silly. The space is expertly blocked so the actors give you a surround-sound experience in addition to their hilarious physical performances and delivery. Each ape was fully realized even if they weren’t thinking about it as seriously as Diane. 5/5 banana inhalants, would see again! 🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌

I came to see Ape Play not knowing what to expect and wow! What a well done show that some how fits an existential thought piece hidden in physical comedy and light humour, all in a punchy 30 min set. This show would be fantastic for kids/school tours, but would a-peel (pun intended) to all ages!

A beautiful and graceful performance showcasing a young woman's incredible skillset centred around Japanese art culture. The balancing of impossible objects were so much a symbolism of Kimiko's life as a person of mixed Japanese and non Japanese heritage. It was a wonderful heartfelt performance of discovery and enlightenment.