Little Red

Bananafish Theatre—Playhouse Studio

This re-telling of Little Red Riding Hood has an exceptionally macabre feel to it, established immediately by the set. As the play goes on, you’re plunged into a rather surreal world that feels almost post-apocalyptic. There is a lot of talk on abstract ideas, such as The Sandman, or paths that lead nowhere and everywhere, and the whole thing feels very metaphorical and vague.

While it can feel slow at times there are a lot of interesting things going on but I will admit, I didn’t get it. I understand what it was about overall, and it was very well performed, but I didn’t get it. It’s certainly a show that really makes you think about what’s going on. Or maybe it’s trying to confuse the audience and I’m not supposed to get it?

Either way, it not for everyone, but it’s at least worth looking into.

Arden Pruden