Dirty Messy Love

I think bare-bones, one man shows are the most difficult to pull off, and this one was fabulous. The clever narrative arc, tight writing and pacing made the hour-long show seem like 15 minutes. And who doesn't love a well-told dysfunctional family drama?... full review

Les can really tell a wonderful story. At the end I felt I knew his family, especially his dad. Both sad and sweet, very funny and at times tragic. What more could you ask from a play. To touch you, make you think, and make you laugh! A must go see!! ... full review

Very funny!!Les did a great job. The story was sweet. He had great timimg. I give this show 2 thumbs up!!!... full review

Les was just what I needed and more than I expected- Fast paced and creatively told story that perfectly captured each moment of his story-- every laugh was well worth the 75* room ! Thank you Fringe for event and thank you Les for a great show ! Daniel Cohen ... full review

DIRTY MESSY LOVE is another triumphant one-man-show from the prolific and talented Les Kuykendall. A sought-after mainstay on the international theatre festival circuit for years, Les never disappoints. His storytelling skills have the ability to draw you in with his casual conversation style yet remain artful at the same time. This is a rare gift. With great humor, DIRTY MESSY LOVE navigates nimbly across the mysteries of family relationships - sometimes hilarious, and sometimes surprisingly heartbreaking. You'll find yourself laughing one minute only to get suckerpunched the next with a dose of realness. Transitioning beautifully from past to present, Les' show is a big delicious onion wherein the layers keep getting peeled back unti... full review

Les Kurkendaal's Dirty Messy Love is a beautifully acted, meticulously constructed evening of theater. From the moment Les takes the stage, he never lets it go. Moving, funny and subtle, he conducts our emotions with loving, experienced confidence. I honestly cannot wait until this talented pro's next play. Hooray for Les!... full review

Les' story is hilarious, heartbreaking, and heartwarming. Highly recommended!... full review

Just experienced Les Kirkland performing his one man show at the Fringe Fest Los Angeles. He exposes his very personal family journey with poignancy and humor. As an audience,we can relate to his family dysfunction and longing for resolution. He reveals himself with honesty and keeps us laughing with familiarity. I highly recommend seeing where Les will take you as he comes out and then learns to heal through forgiveness.... full review

Heartfelt and insightful. I loved the writing, the story, and the performance. Thank you!... full review