Stage Review: Cerys Bradley’s Unbiased Reflection on 2019 – Divorce, Autism, and Surprises


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We have received an invitation to attend a birthday party hosted by Cerys Bradley. However, this party is special because it is dedicated to a lucky audience member who is a child of divorce. In such situations, people tend to show kindness towards the children, but when divorce happens later in life, like it did for Bradley, no one seems to care about making the individual feel better.

The party is filled with exciting activities, such as pass the parcel, pin the tail on the donkey, and balloon modeling. Nevertheless, Bradley finds it challenging not to overthink their parents’ divorce. They question their emotions and wonder if it’s acceptable to criticize their father’s new partner. How do adults handle this kind of situation?

Bradley openly talks about their autism diagnosis, embracing the relaxed performance model for this comedy show. Audience members are encouraged to express themselves freely, allowing for tics, fidgeting, and stimming. One of Bradley’s biggest concerns is unintentionally being unkind during conversations. Adding to this anxiety is a review they received last year, suggesting they should be harsher towards the audience. As a result, a homemade “meanometer” takes center stage, and an audience member is given control to gauge the level of unkindness in Bradley’s jokes by inflating a party balloon on a scale from one to ten.

However, Bradley proves to be a warm and welcoming host, effectively engaging the audience in each party game and delivering captivating stories. Their portrayal of their dad breaking the news about leaving for another woman stands out as a highlight. Their contemplation on their own views of marriage, especially following their recent wedding, is thought-provoking. They also question whether it is too mean to share their parents’ personal story on stage.

While the structure of the show could be tighter and the themes more conclusively connected, it offers a delightful and reflective afternoon with a touch of nostalgic party magic.

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