Stage Takes

The Fisherman’s Wife at LGBT Center

A play that follows a relationship of unmet needs, and the lengths of fantasy that it can reach. A farce with hilarious twists. It was their last show, and sold out; I’m hoping to see it return! I can describe this show as sexually hilarious, using physical humor for maximum comedic moments. Really great technical features as well as puppet work. Found myself smiling all the way through, with these smart performances.

Hot Yoga at Bad Ladder

The play started about ten minutes late, and still I rushed over. Was this performance art, the late start, I doubted; like a yoga class that starts late? Anyways, I wrote a big part in my notebook about this late start… on with the review. A hilarious exploration of a small-town yoga teacher who dreams of moving to Los Angeles and dreams of becoming an actor. Ruby Marker brilliantly commands the stage, turning every moment into a comedic oppurtunity. A perfect show for anyone who is/has been an actor living in Los Amgeles. HLARIOUS character arc, haven’t laughed that hard in a while. Loved the way Ruby worked with the volunteer students and keeps the show flowing and lively.

Anxiety: The Musical at The Broadwater

Jasmine Elist delivers a captivating and deeply relatable performance in Anxiety the Musical! (do you like that title? is that okay?), guiding audiences through the many ways anxiety has shaped her life across different stages and experiences. Through original songs, character work, and plenty of humor, she transforms a topic that can feel overwhelming into something accessible, entertaining, and surprisingly uplifting. Likely going in my top ten! What impressed me most was how universal the themes felt and how coordinated everything comes together (despite, as she shows, how messy the disorder can get). The show is funny, educational, and heartfelt. With unique style and genuine sincerity, Ellis connects with us as audience and allows us to go on this ride together