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Reviewer: aaron levi 4 Stars While watching Darren Blaney's one man show "You May Now Kiss My ...Sass?", you may wonder why he attempted such an ambitious project alone. A 60 minute theatre piece with 12 different characters seems better suited for a cast of at least three. But with this well-written and often hilarious work, one can't help but get caught up in his enthusiasim and charm. Well worth the ride. Play: You May Now Kiss Reviewer: Lisa Hadley 5 Stars Darren Blaney's one-man show "YOU MAY NOW..." at the Exit Stage Left -- part of the current SF Fringe Festival -- is a truthful, often comical, hour-long journey through the vicissitudes of a gay marriage that never happens. Darren's sharp writing skills are honed just so for this subject matter. He gleefully takes us on a journey through funny and often hellish scenarios made enjoyable to watch. Darren's skillful portrayals of characters include the embittered wedding planner who begins and ends the play with an AIDS cocktail; a young, hyped out stud who envisions his own Hollywood fame; an overbearing mother who's own meddling brings down the marriage; and last but not least, the fabulous, fading, narcissistic wedding cake designer whose frosting takes on a whole new meaning. Through these characters and others we can see why this particular union never did become sacrosanct. Beyond this, there are political statements made, (not overtly, but neatly tied into the action) tha! t remind of us why. This show should play an extended run in the City, for starters. Having said that, see it while it's playing now -- and you'll see what I'm talking about. Darren is an artist to keep an eye on. Play: you may now kiss my sass Reviewer: mike 3 Stars A for effort!! lots of energy and some funny moments, very(almost too)topical. I never really beleived the story, why would a republican gay man agree to bridemaids in burkhas? Ice sculptures? things were a little too stereotypical for me, dare I say it? too gay? playing the black soldier at the end didn't really work for me either, even in the subdued lighting, you are just not black. the show was enjoyable, and did get a chuckle or two out of me. the guy is a talented actor. all in all I liked it. Play: You May Now Kiss... My Sass? Reviewer: Lisa Hadley 5 Stars Darren Blaney's one man show "YOU MAY NOW..." at the Exit Stage Left -- part of the current SF Fringe Festival -- is a truthful, often comical,hour-long journey through the vissisitudes of a gay marriage that never happens. Darren's sharp writing skills are honed just-so for this subject matter. He gleefully takes us on a journey through funny and often hellish scenarios made enjoyable to watch. Darren's skillful portrayals of characters include the embittered wedding planner who begins and ends the play with an AIDS cocktail; a young, hyped out stud who envisions his own Hollywood fame; an overbearing mother who's own meddling brings down the marriage; and last but not least, the fabulous, fading, narcissistic wedding cake designer whose frosting takes on a whole new meaning. Through these characters and others we can see why this particular union never did become sacrosanct. Beyond this, there are political statements made,(not overtly, but neatly tied into the action) that remind of us why. This show should play an extended run in the City, for starters. Having said that, see it while it's playing now -- and you'll see what I'm talking about. Darren is an artist to keep an eye on. Play: You may now kiss...my sass! Reviewer: Carly Tanaka-Lubensky 5 Stars This one man show with a multitude of characters deals with human emotions on every level. Darren brings each character to life with his energy and enthusiasm. Way to go Darren! Play: You may now kiss my...sass Reviewer: Julie Willhite 5 Stars Darren Blaney is an outspoken risk-taking tour de force performer who hits on the poignant grey issues of gays in the military, gay marriage and family, friendship and love. He effortlessly transitions with succinct honest, and often hilarious dialogue from character to character and gives us a chance to really look at ourselves in the current socio-political context and be alive to all its sadness and joy. Riveting show! Play: You May Now Kiss...MY Sass! Reviewer: Christina Schiesari 5 Stars Sassy, witty, intelligent, and sensitive, this brilliantly written one-man show performed by Darren Blaney brings socially relevent theatre to the hearts of all "Sinfundiscans" with its poignant exploration into the issues surrounding gay marriage. More importantly however, Darren tells a story about love, in a way that touches us all. The humanity which reveals itself throughout the story overcomes identity politics, and connects us to a space which is not exclusively gay, not exclusively political, but rather to space which is fundamentally human. Bravo Darren!! Play: You May Now Kiss...My Sass Reviewer: Kristina Goodnight 5 Stars Darren Blaney's show was both hilarious and poignant. He deals with the issue of gay marriage in an original way by not beating the audience over the head with a political statement, but rather introducing a collection of interesting characters who create a fascinating story. Play: Kiss My.......Sass Reviewer: Hsin-yi 4 Stars Darren captivated me with his multitude of characters. I loved his use of political lingo associated with the gay/lesbian community. I really liked how the play shows the lives of these people all touched by the federal governments inability to accept love in all forms. During the play I laughed and wanted to cry. With a little more stage time Darren will be sure to make 5 stars.