F*ck You Claire – Etcetera Theatre
F*ck You Claire is an ambitious one-act play written and performed by Rosie Hollingworth. It follows Penelope, a woman in her mid-twenties, as she battles her inner demons. It is a story that many younger people can empathise with, and older audiences can sympathise with. Tackling the pressures of being an adult alongside society’s expectations and judgements, the play effectively captures her struggle to cope under the weight of everyday life.
The set design transforms the stage into Penelope’s cluttered, chaotic bedroom. The use of audio effects, music and lighting complements the disorder of her mind. Together with some literal personifications, they convey the hyperactivity, anxiety and pressure that gradually overwhelm her.
The script is funny and sharp. The overall producti...