ASHLEY STEEDstage raw and la bitter lemonscertified reviewerJune 19, 2017
Considering I just read a headline about sex robots becoming common aspects of life in less than 10 years, this play seems especially on-topic. Pete (Devin Crittenden, who writes and stars) purchases the latest sex robot from Japan and reprograms her (the robot identifies as a she) to love him. Crittenden is convincing as Pete: heartbroken, nerdy, and very impressed by his own invention. We see his hubris begin to take hold as he continues tweaking Exa, his robotic girlfriend whose sole purpose is to love him unconditionally. Morgan Matthews as the robot Exa is a marvel in this show — her voice and mannerisms never give way to human emotions, and her eyes stay mechanical as she blinks and processes the information around her all while stayin...
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My overall impression was that I wished it had another act! I was left wanting more, which is a great feeling to leave the theater with. ...
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Devin Crittenden and his team are very talented. Watch out for him!...
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PATRICK CHAVIS la theatre bites - podcast certified reviewerJune 14, 2017
8.2 out of 10 - A GOOD SHOW. Click below for more info.
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The future is now thanks to Devin Crittenden's the Amitycode. Director Nick Cimiluca and his cast offer a superb addition to the 2017 Fringe season. A morality tale wrapped up in a sci-fi version of the Frankenstein story, the Amitycode is brought to life with witty banter, stunning visual FX and fine ensemble acting, highlighted by Morgan Matthews' excellent performance as Exa the robot. Recommended....
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Saw this show on Saturday and haven't stopped thinking/talking about it. All around amazing- the writing, the acting and the production design all stood out. This show does an incredible job of humanizing issues that are becoming more important every day. ...
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Nick, what a wonderful job you did of directing this extremely timely show!! The pacing, the music, the flow between the actors. The time passed in a flash. Congratulations and I look forward to your next project!...
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