All Because of Molly

Synopsis

As Jaime and Casey lead us through memories of the development of their unlikely relationship - its birth in playground adversity, the trials of teenage years and university separation, adulthood and the dating game - this provocative play forces us to contemplate the essence of friendship. But are we really ready to consider whether our own friendships would survive the test that confronts them?

Our Review:

2 September 2011

Jaime likes fairies and Casey likes catapults, but the two girls become lifelong friends, brought together by their shared hatred of school bully Molly. Their heartwarming story switches between the past and the present, where their friendship has been put to the ultimate test.

Paul Ferguson's script is warm and funny, making great use of small motifs that become significant later in the girls' friendship. Laura Lindsay is excellent as Casey, giving such a natural comedy performance that the dark, emotional scenes that follow are unexpected, but really pack a punch. There are also great performances from the supporting cast, particularly Christabel Brown in a variety of roles from Jaime's male teacher to the best friends' nemesis, Molly.

The depiction of the two friends' shared childhood is entertaining, but the play really hits its dramatic stride during Jaime and Casey's teenage years, a particular highlight being an intimate exchange about tampons on a school...

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Adam - 4 September 2011:

A moving yet funny piece of theatre. Great lead in Jaime....

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