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blankpagealex's review against another edition
4.0
This is a very funny play that almost seems like it would work better on paper than on stage. There are long, meandering monologues with silly references that sound funnier in my head than I imagine they would out loud. The right cast, though, could probably bring this witty play to hilarious life.
lecterclarice's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
alicecorvo's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
j_dyzzle's review against another edition
3.0
I wasn't sure how I would feel about it from reading the description on the back, but don't the idea of cheese balls fool you, it's actually very good. I love the quirky Elizabeth and her journey. I read it looking for a monologue and ultimately went with something else, but I certainly enjoyed the play, even if I can't pull off a nun.
alliecl's review against another edition
5.0
hilarious and touching. what i wouldn't give to share their genes.
tangleroot_eli's review against another edition
3.0
This play is hilarious, filled with pee-your-pants hysterical moments. I just continue to be startled by how conventional it is, in both structure and message. Take away the cheese balls and the Shakeresque religious community, and Book of Liz is much less innovative than I ever would've expected from any number of Sedarisim.
goblingirlreads's review
3.0
Some plays just don't translate on the page. They HAVE to be seen live. I think that's the case with this play. I think both Amy and David Sedaris are hilarious but much of the comedy in this script needs to be spoken to have its full effect. I didn't not like it, I just didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would.
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