Wow. Well. Disorientating, immersive and weirdly thrilling, this autoteatro show was stunning and left me wanting more. My only problem with an otherwise faultless production was that, at only 15 minutes long, this might not represent the best value for money in the crowded Festival Fringe market place. After waiting patiently in a cordoned-off waiting area, the audience of two is led to the trailer where they are given a 'village newsletter' and told to wait, kept company only by an eerie television. A couple of minutes later a member of the 'Il Pixel Rosso' theatre group enters and presents earphones and video goggles. The experience then begins. There is a loose plot based around a dangerous group of people resembling clowns called the Faruk. One is instructed by a voice in one's ear - sit down, stand up, take an envelope and so on. The instructions feel easy and natural and by the end of the 15 minutes I felt like I was really in the world of the show. All the senses are involved in a cleverly scripted and stylishly executed production. This is an impressive experience and something quite different from the hundreds of comedians and theatre groups at the Fringe. However it is worth remembering that this show is standard Fringe price, around £9.50 for a full ticket, for just 15 minutes of entertainment. If you're looking for something a bit different then I couldn't recommend this more highly. However, it is up to you whether this represents good value in your festival budget.

Reviewer:
Philip Liebman

Philip Liebman has written 17 reviews for Broadway Baby since joining the team in 2011.