Adelaide Fringe

Fringe Review: Meet Me At Dawn

An interesting look at the mind influenced by grief

4

Presented by Gavin Roach
Reviewed 16 February 2022

Meg Wilson’s set evokes a rocky shore with very little physical set and no sand. The image is completed by the water dripping from the two cast members suggesting a boat accident that they have survived. There are very few clues to establish where and when, just the confusion of the women who are unsure of recent events or where they have landed.

The obvious close relationship shows in banter and blame shifting and a familiarity that comes with long associations. As the play develops the reality of the situation is revealed.

The characters, Robyn, played by Wendy Bos, and Helen by Sarah Bos tackle the difficult and emotional themes that Zinnie Harris has woven into this script with skill. In places the writing seems a little slow, but a sensitive subject requires careful handling.

When losing someone close to you, grief can do strange things; this production explores the possibilities of what wishes and believing can do. Wendy Bos puts in a very strong performance and evokes empathy with her sincerity. Sarah, perhaps because the character is written differently, is less endearing.

Director Nescha Jelk has crafted a good production using minimal things to distract from the core subject of the effect grief has on the mind

Reviewed by Fran Edwards
Twitter: @franeds

Venue:  Holden Street Theatres – The Studio
Season:  15 – 27 Feb 2022
Duration:  70 mins
Tickets:  $15-25
Bookings: http://holdenstreettheatres.com/index.php/HST-Fringe-Programs/hst-adelaide-fringe-2022/meet-me-dawn or https://adelaidefringe.com.au/

Rating out of 5: 4

#Adelaide #ADLFringe

More News

To Top