BLIND DATE - ARTS CLUB

Blind Date by Rebecca Northan is a funny, light-hearted show that will surely get you to laugh. There is a simple story arc to the show that keeps it moving. It also kept the energy up since when the show stayed at a scene for too long it started dragging a bit.

There were some awkward moments and conversations, since you are watching two people get to know each other for the first time. It should be noted, however, that each show will be different as there's a new Audience Member chosen each time so the energy and conversations will vary. That's the joy of improv.

Tess Degenstein the performer, brings an engaging, humorous stage presence to this improv production. One of her strengths is reading the audience and playing off them which is key to such a show. Ben, the blind date on my night, also deserves acknowledgment for being a courageous good sport going along with Mimi’s - Degenstein's character – little antics.
 
Either way the show has a strong performer and a good story premise which makes for an enjoyable outing.

​Content Warnings: Mature content

Blind Date runs till Dec. 30th at the Goldcorp Stage, BMO Theatre Centre. Tickets at: https://secure.artsclub.com/events/detail/blind-date

reviewed by ~ Jenna Masuhara