Somewhere in America, an army of pre-teen competitive dancers plots to take over the world. And if their new routine is good enough, they’ll claw their way to the top at Nationals in Tampa Bay. A play about ambition, growing up, and how to find our souls in the heat of it all.
Exploring themes of empowerment and femininity, the narrative presents a powerful statement about women embracing their sexuality and strength. Set against the backdrop of a seemingly mundane location, it challenges societal perceptions of women in professional settings, using bold language to convey confidence and defiance. The imagery of the bathroom serves as a metaphorical space for transformation and self-assertion, highlighting the juxtaposition between appearance and the underlying power women possess.
Exploring themes of kink, trauma, pleasure, and revenge, the narrative unfolds through the interactions of four intriguing characters. Penny engages in playful flirtation at a morbid anatomy museum, while Kyle captivates with chilling tales of dismemberment. Sally entices with her charm over tea and biscuits, and Shareen concocts a mysterious potion. Together, they navigate a world where desire intertwines with darker elements, creating a compelling exploration of human relationships and hidden motivations.
Winner of a 2015 Obie Award for Playwriting. Mae has returned home to help her father while he undergoes treatment for cancer. But she needs a little help herself. With deceptive understatement, Barron illustrates both small moments of human connection and our ferocious desire for it, always surging beneath the surface.