Love, Madness, and Somewhere in Between

On the one hand, Love, Madness and Somewhere In Between deals with a subject of great power. James J. Cox explores a life which for big chunks of it counts as a train wreck--one in which he proved a fundamental victim trying his best (often very badly) to deal with a series of childhood traumas. He dives into a bottle of Jack Daniels for decades, struggling out of it at times only to fall back when confronted by yet another trauma (because life always hurts--otherwise how could it also feel good?). This makes for a solo play about a truly pure form of heroism. Because he emerges from the darkness, defeating the monsters of his memories and his own worst tendencies. No small feat. In many ways, a glorious achievement. But technically... full review

Though the play started out very confusing, it all came together at the end. James Cox was most powerful on stage when he slowed down physically and his voice quieted down. His story is heartbreaking but gives hope. Assistant Stage Manager Zahra did an excellent job supporting James on stage! If you can, see this play! I recommend it!... full review