Luke Reece in “As I Must Live It”, Photo by Cesar Ghisilieri

In order to tell his story properly, even without—as he prefers it!—an ending, Luke Reece disarms us with a strategically modest and informal beginning. Appearing suddenly amongst us in the cozy lobby, his chill vibe is deliberate and purposeful. With a red backpack and bright-eyed exuberance, he channels a younger self—playful, trusting, and unapologetically thrilled we’ve all shown up for him.    

Bustling eagerly about us, slyly building his world with anecdotal factoids, he finds a way to acknowledge each of us. He hands out some key props, prepping us for active engagement. He’s already established intimacy, so there’s some solid camaraderie as he leads us into the theatre and its immersive landscape. As I Must Live It, presented by Theatre Passe Muraille and Modern Times Stage, is a lyrical spoken word exposé steeped in the whimsy and ache of childhood. Continue Reading