Devin Harrington, Kyle Leung, Melvin Sanchez Caba, Mitchell Daw and Robin Chase from ‘Mind The Umbrellas!’, Photo by Jordan Campbell

Presented by The Purple Stage

“Being near home makes me happy.”

This is the final, unassuming line of Mind The Umbrellas! and it hit pretty hard. This is technically a spoiler, but the company’s program actually spoils the entire show, if you choose to read it and believe an experience can be spoiled by mere descriptions of what happens. You see, the real impact of this line—and the show as a whole—demands your experienced context.

As theatre expands its reach, in terms of accessibility for artists and audiences, the inclusive advancements hold innovative potential. If you like being messed with as a theatre-goer, put in environments and head-spaces that surprise and enlighten, this piece should intrigue you. Continue Reading