Come Find Me: An Audio Play

When I said I didn't really do audio plays, Erin Mallon said, Hold my beer!” Erin's writing truly captures the essence of the story and characters. The way she blends humour throughout this play, that deals with some difficult issues, is just astounding. As a woman, my heart ached at parts. I may have cheered at one point, and I laughed so much. I thought the way the creepy vibe and humour intersected was beyond perfect. It also has some really heartfelt and touching moments. There is a reason I've listened to this three times now.

Set in Trenton psychiatric hospital in 1907, New doctor, Henry Cotton has some interest ways of curing his patients. When his daughter, Tilly comes to join him, things literally start to go bump in the night but that is just the beginning of this brilliantly creepy and humourous story. It also time-hops to 1969 where Ilda and Susan are connecting and preparing for the moon landing, Ilda has some strange but funny ways that will keep you laughing and wondering until the very last moment.

What a stellar cast. They were outstanding. Each and every one of them brought something fantastic to the play. Erin was wonderful as Susan, the snark really shone through. Caitlin Kelly played the young Tilly to perfection. I kept forgetting it wasn't a child that had been cast. Thérèse Plummer was Margot, and her talent shines, the balance between the humour, the difficult moments of her situation, and the interactions with Tilly were simply stunning. Jonathan Davis played Henry with this creepy vibe that had my skin crawling, absolutely brilliant. Cynthia Darlow was fantastic as Ilda, she had some of the best comedic moments that blended so well with the darker elements.

The music was performed by the phenomenal Angelo DiLoreto on piano and the brilliant Zachary Webber on violin. The music really enhanced the feel of the play and set the mood.

The sound effects were completed by Nick Long, and I have to give him props. I'm not a usual fan of them, but these really worked. It wasn't overpowering and didn't take away from the actors performances. They enhanced the scenes and added to the creepy vibe of the story.

This is a creepy, humourous, and touching audio play that will keep you engrossed throughout and leave you entertained and wanting more. My husband also listened and he agrees, it's a top-notch production that fans of talented performers and smart writing will love.