Blank Tiles - Melbourne Fringe
Written and Performed by Dylan Cole
A former SCRABBLE® World Champion struggles with memory loss.
Once the toast of the board game world, Austin's life was full of bottomless champagne and endless parties. But now it's Nescafe and doctor's appointments as he spends his time searching for words.
Let Austin tell you his story. If he can remember...
'Cole is blessed with a transfixing stage presence and the ability to effortlessly keep the audience completely engaged no matter what he is doing....' ****1/2 Stars - Adelaide Theatre Guide
'Outstanding writing and well realised characters. Oh, and hilarious. Very witty, very clever, very smooth. Highly recommend!' - TalkFringe.com
'His ability to pad the speech with highly detailed talk of his procrastination was a delight and his inclusion of random often irrelevant quotes to make a point was inspired lunacy' - Squirrel Comedy
Feedback/Comments
Loved the show, very clever.The plot was terrific, many thanks for the ticket.The Fringe Festival is always good.
I got held up at a family event and couldn't make this on time. Sorry. First event I've missed without cancelling. Based on the other reviews it sounds like it was definitely my loss.
Intelligent and truthful.
A challenging performance progressed through various stages of discomfort to an emotional conclusion. Very clever premise, really well executed.
Initially unsure what to make of it, by the end totally engaged...the small performance space created a very personal and involved experience. It was realistic enough to be slightly depressing!
Hooked till the end! Thumbs up!!
Uncomfortably entertaining
Disturbing but clever
Confronting and unrelenting
The conclusion left you with the truth about a mans progression into confusion and darkness
Great