Alexa, Play
Theatre (solo show, comedy)
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Venue 29Paradise in The Vault - The Annexe
- 14:55
- Aug 17
- 1 hour 5 minutes
- Country: United States
- Group: Alexa Elmy
- Warnings and additional info: Strong language
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Alexa, Play, a comedy, follows the weekly meetings of Alexas Anonymous, a support group run by one very motivated Alexa. Life has been so disrupted by Amazon’s appropriation of her name that she seeks healing with the Alexa community. Running the group gives her a positive outlet for her anguish, however cracks in Alexa’s facade hint at the darker reality beneath the surface. Each meeting focuses on completing a step in the program. The play tackles themes of identity, sexism and capitalism. Alexa, Play premiered off-Broadway in New York City as part of United Solo Festival 2023.Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: The Annexe is located next door to The Vault. Audiences leave the main foyer onto Merchant Street then access the Annexe via the Pend. There are 2 - 3 steps in the Pend then a narrow staircase inside the space. The audience enters at the rear of the raked auditorium.
- Stairs: 6 - 10
Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible
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angela nansera 14 days ago
I wanted to enjoy this show, I really did, but the premise of a support group for those 'psychologically effected by their name (Alexa) being used for the AI component of the Amazon product' for me this was a classic example of 'first world problems'. It appeared the biggest obstacle was that the protagonist now can't get dates as a result?! Perhaps I was missing something here and to just enjoy the theatre of it all, but at a time when there are far right riots/wars/migration deaths/cost of living crisis's, the whole premise of this is somewhat indulgent and contrived when comparing it to real world problems.
Anon 22 days ago
Definitely not what I expected - a funny, one woman show with audience interaction, a compelling script and great overall premise. I went into it expecting a bit more sci-fi, dystopian type stuff which this was not, but it was still enjoyable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rhiannon J 22 days ago
Really enjoyed this show! The excellent sound, lighting, and set design make it feel incredibly polished, especially for a Fringe show. Alexa is a fantastic performer who holds the audience throughout the challenging material. Thought-provoking, funny, heartfelt - go see it!
Alexandra 23 days ago
This show explores a topic that is so rarely discussed- how the patriarchy is infiltrating our technology with psychological effects on the human beings it disregards. The idea that "Alexa" has had its effect on Alexas everywhere and tarnished a human name is very intriguing and worth exploring in this show! - An Alexa Adjacent
gerard Carroll 23 days ago
Alexa, Playis a wonderful piece of solo theatre written and performed by Alexa Elmy. She uses a range of theatrical expression to explore life as a young woman in 2024, based around the idea that her name has been stolen by Amazon for their digital assistant. It’s funny and thought-provoking,
Fred 24 days ago
Alexa,play was extremely entertaining! Very funny but with a meaningful message. And a happy conclusion! I encourage everyone to go see it. An hour well spent!
Anand Krishna 26 days ago
Alexa is a solo show, carried solely by Alexa, who is here to manage a support group for Alexas who have been harmed by Alexa.
When I entered, I was expecting a show focused on the dystopian themes of cyberization of interactions by human-sounding robots. This was definitely not that show. But that doesn't mean I didn't enjoy and appreciate Alexa Elmy's excellent sustained performance as a horrible, self-centered Zoomer who nevertheless is deserving of sympathy.
The show plays with multiple themes, from privileged individuals' tone-deafness when showing solidarity with the less privileged through how meeting new people can be dominated by single, memeable moments. The whole thing coalesces around Alexa's entitled, but still somehow endearing character having a meltdown. This is triggered by many factors, very few of which have much to do with her grievance with having her name stolen. Instead, the problem of Amazon's Alexa taking her name away from her is used to express myriad insecurities and social inadequacies, from wanting to partake in feminism without really being affected by the patriarchy to unhappiness with the state of dating through a sneaking loss of control of her own life to the damnably useful technology pushed onto society by billionaires. On the way, there are a few salient points to be made about objectification of women, too.
Or I'm just completely up myself with this review. Also very possible.
Basically, it's an entertaining look into one girl's spiralling downward and pulling back out of it, all through the lens of some genuinely funny gags built on the dysfunctional support group setting. So enjoy! Just don't expect cyberpunk dystopia.
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