Spark
Plug
14th March 2019
David
Judge is one talented person, the writer and performer tells his story without really focusing on himself.
The
stage is set up like a garage with a climbing frame car which certainly
creates a centrepiece to the play.
Based
in and around Manchester the play focuses on the relationship between David and his step dad (Dave) who is white, working class.
Dave
is not seen yet you seem to have a picture of what he is like by the end.We hear about David's Mum, Joanne who is also white.
And we hear about Dave's Real Dad (Ainsley) who is Black, making David Half Cast which in Manchester would probably be a great disadvantage.
His
situation is then made worse when his mother starts to date women!
Set
in the early 90s it asks some great questions like - is blood thicker than heart?
Having
a strong relationship with my Dad (biologically related to me) and also having a
step father who I've not had the strongest relationship with, I feel this show illustrates just how different as people we can be.
With only one man on
stage at all times this show manages to be packed with action and excitement - and even working windscreen wipers! This
play allows you to go on a journey with Dave through David. It is 70 minutes of my life that, if I could, I would definitely repeat!
The
team behind the scenes deserve much praise, as you can't create anything this good on your own and the technical staff, sound and lighting, and direction all contribute to the success of the finished production.
Directed
by Hannah Tyrrell - Porter
Designed
by Katie Scott With Sound by Richard Owen and Lighting by Chris James and Many Many More.
Another
show not to be missed - it runs until Saturday 16th of March.
Reuben
(Rubes) Hiles
Picture credit: Live Theatre/Decoy Media
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