a week of world premieres!

I had the opportunity to see a brand new show, the world premiere of- “See Dick”.

Just  what the doctor ordered

Apart from a handful of detailed show-histories, most shows’ evolution remains a mystery. So, I admit it’s a bit of a selfish pleasure to see a show early on, you know, before the kid is all grown up. Ironically, in this instance the comedy “See Dick…” is about the difference between growing up and growing older. Don’t worry, if there’s a message, it’s bubble wrapped in laughter. And those laugh lines come fast and furious as Jack, (the very antic and amusing Aaron Kaplan), a 30-something living in a tiny studio apartment facing a professional, private and love life that leaves everything to be desired is reintroduced to long lost childhood friend Dick, (James Hipp hysterical as the cartoon conscience). The problem is that Dick was Jack’s imaginary friend. What ensues is a heartfelt if hellish self help session with more then able and amusing assistance from new girlfriend Cass, (the versatile Katya Collazo) and his younger sibling Marcie, (a memorable Quinn Uniacke) with her toddler Sebastian, (played by a wonderfully method toddler named Sebastian) in tow. If laughter is the best medicine then this show presents a perfect prescription.

Keep an eye out for it…I have a feeling this one will be heading places.

-Jason Drew