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Review: Tell Me Things I Wouldn’t Mind Forgetting
A tender tale of disconnection and family.
May 10, 2021
It is no small task to tackle grief, guilt, and family dysfunctionality in the space of an hour onstage, but that is what “Tell Me Things I Wouldn’t Mind Forgetting” sets out to do, with varying levels of success. In the cosy setting of the Cellar Theatre, the play just manages a satisfying ending.
The storyline circles around the lives of each of the four characters: siblings Ben, Claire, Caden; and their mother Jen. On the first anniversary of their father’s death, the characters are poised to deal with lingering effects of loss and guilt. The family has broken apart since the tragedy, and the writers structure their disconnect through monologues, conversations and a handful of interpersonal references.
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