Hedonism’s Second Album

Overview

Hedonism’s Second Album is the latest show to grace the La Boite stage as a part of the theatre’s independent season. In the last few years La Boite’s indie season has gained quite a bit of prestige, and Hedonism’s Second Album is an an artistic testament of how far this program has come. Under the direction of Margi Brown Ash, Claire Christian and Dave Burton’s wonderful show has taken shape into one of the best pieces of theatre you might see this year.

Hedonism’s Second Album is first and foremost fun. Naturally. Anyone familiar with Christian or Burton’s writing won’t be surprised at the play’s vamped up showcase of humour and thrills. It’s all dick jokes and swears, and the crazy life we imagine Rock’n’Rollers to live; from pub gigs to international record deals, crazy parties and crazier tension. But, of course, there is a downside to fun. In the words of writer, Claire Christian, “It’s a tragicomedy about men who’ve been given permission to live hedonistically and never grow up… but should they?”

Director Margi Brown Ash has done wonderful things with this multi-layered, humour-packed script, in order to explore the concept of masculinity, and life without responsibilities. And the cast seem to be having almost as much fun as the audience.

Hedonism’s Second Album is a just as much a must see for those who rarely frequent the theatre, as well-versed veterans. The show runs from the August 13 to 30, and tickets start at $22. And it’s pronounced Hedonism.