Finally saw this last night and absolutely loved it. And that karaoke scene was a gorgeous moment. There was a post show talk back with the cast, director, and James Ijames moderated by Colman Domingo.
I’ve been surprised by the number of people I’ve talked to who were completely unaware of it. Such a shame. It’s been living in my head since I saw it.
This was my third of three shows this trip and by far the most wonderful. Still smiling. Such a skilled cast even though some were making their debuts with this play. Loved the way they incorporated the organic audience responses--including tonight a seredepitious sneeze and a perfectly timed "bless you" from Juicy. Got a ticket through TDF that put me in the
Revisited Kimberly Akimbo and Fat Ham today. I enjoyed Fat Ham significantly more on Broadway, and Kimberly significantly less. I still love Kimberly, but I think Fat Ham transferred more successfully to the larger space.
"I told you things were gonna start changing around here!"
Saw this last night through TDF and absolutely ADORED it. Fat Ham is everything that I love about live theatre in NYC. It is unapologetically black and queer and is unafraid to take risks that majorly pay off. Huge props to the entire cast, especially Nikki Crawford, Billy Eugene Jones, and of course Marcel Spears. It’s funny and touching and weird and intense and I cannot wait for James Ijames’ next work. More plays like this on Broadway pls!!