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SOMETHING TO TAKE OFF THE EDGE

SOMETHING TO TAKE OFF THE EDGE

SOMETHING TO TAKE OFF THE EDGE

3/5

By Fringebiscuit

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SOMETHING TO TAKE OFF THE EDGE dives into '80s prison life with fervour. McGlashan's spirited portrayal offers humor, grit, & Hobnobs, but yearns for varied tempos to let poignant beats breathe. Powerful, yet a smidge more nuance could amplify its depths.

"Something To Take Off The Edge" - A Vivid Window into '80s Prison Life Errol McGlashan captivates with unbridled energy in this raw #tragi-comedy🎭 His voice, robust and resonant, sweeps us into the world of Ezra & Terry. Their journey - intertwined with drugs, Hobnobs, and Shakespearean allure - is a rollercoaster, brimming with themes of friendship, loyalty, self-growth, and the shadows of addiction & mental health… 🎢While McGlashan's candid "acoustic" storytelling holds attention fast, the narrative's unceasing pace sometimes overshadows its most tender moments. Variations in rhythm could lend depth, allowing moments of pure emotion to truly settle in the heart…The setting? Delightfully simple. Two chairs, a table, books📚 No elaborate light or sound design - just pure, authentic narrative magic. Interspersed #spokenword surprises are like poetic interludes, grounding this untraditional script…Final thoughts? A compelling glimpse behind bars that oscillates between entertaining and introspective. However, with a touch more tempo variation, it could elevate to unparalleled emotional heights.

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