Speechless

Three Tones Theatre—MTYP Mainstage

The write-up gives only an obscure clue as to what to expect; the best description for this show is improv-mime.

The two main performers hail from Columbia. It shocked them when they asked for input from the audience and they found that more than 10% of the viewers talked about their trips to Bogota and Cartagena!

They ended up stripping the themes “things that smell good” and “the ocean” from the discussion. From the themes, they mimed a number of enjoyable stories that engulfed you in their adventures.

The mime was most approachable. However, since both performers acted at the same time, often, I found it hard to follow. Because there is no speech, if you miss a movement, you might miss the entire motif, especially when they’re on opposite ends of the stage. I wasn’t sure who to watch.

Ray Yuen