A Room I Never Wanted To Leave

In My Room is a comedic musical that follows a day in the life of Eli Yaschuk, who has been confined by choice to his bed for three weeks. He is accompanied by his personal assistant Rain Matkin, and first aid certified pianist, Elaine Dunbar, who are determined to convince Eli to leave his room. This incredible show included special theatrical elements such as a singing sock puppet, two dancing nuns, and a personalized scrapbook.

Matkin and Yaschuk provided original, quirky characters that were very easy to fall in love with. Their amazing chemistry throughout their acting and singing did not go unnoticed. They provided beautifully choreographed musical numbers, amazing scrapbooks, and hilarious jokes. Even when they weren’t talking or singing, the two were always putting on a show with their movements, and facial expressions. The musical stylings of Yaschuk and Matkin were accompanied by talented Dunbar. Dunbar not only played the piano skillfully, but also provided meaningful facial acting, although she did not have many lines you could always tell what her character was thinking, and how much passion she had for what she was doing.

The trio worked together to create an interactive theatre experience by breaking the fourth wall, and letting the audience be a part of the wonderful life of Eli. The audience was able to participate in the three week anniversary party, and understand just what Matkin gets to experience as Yaschuk’s personal assistant.

In My Room was a surprisingly sentimental show that provided the audience with lots of laughs. If you love musicals, comedy, and close acting dynamics this is the show for you. The three did an astounding performance, their campy show is one of the best performances I have seen at the Fringe.