Mother’s Day
- Caitlyn Fox
- 8 minutes ago
- 2 min read
Mother's Day, written and performed by Susan Chase, sets out to be an homage not only to her mother but also to motherhood in general. All told through Susan's memories, which are presented as dreams and visions, she hopes to truly "see" her mother as the woman she was.
Beginning with her childhood, Chase explores her fondest understanding of her mother: her protectiveness, beautiful dresses, and stalwart presence. Chase embodies a child's physicality beautifully, slipping into the mannerisms and awkward, gangly limbs of a kid's body as they first learn to exist in this world. From climbing fire escapes to starting ballet, Chase perfectly personifies this phase of childhood, disappearing into her past. A standout moment of Chase's physicality is when she plays with fire as a child. She depicts the story of climbing the counter to get a hold of matches and discovers why adults have never let her be alone with them before. Sitting center stage, Chase pantomimes the experience, from her clunky striking of the match to her slowly reaching out to touch the flame. Her comedic timing and physical prowess bring the whole story to its inevitable and delightful conclusion.
The show is split into two acts. The first follows Chase's childhood memories as she becomes a mother herself; the second act is dedicated to her mother's final days. Mother's Day is a heartfelt piece where Chase expounds on what motherhood means to her; she views it as an act of godlike creation, divine and fulfilling, though something that cannot be appreciated until too late. Sentimental but never overly sappy, Chase's show is a resounding triumph in capturing one woman's truth and love for her mother.
Written and Performed by Susan Chase
Multimedia Designer and Technical Director: Sydney Smith
April 16, 2025
March 18 through April 20, 2025
Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street, NYC)
Caitlyn Fox (she/her/hers) is a Wichita-based actress, singer, writer, dancer, future clown, and all-around theatre enthusiast! She graduated from Friends University in December 2022 with University Honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre. From her nationally recognized senior recital to her international training at Accademia dell'Arte in Arezzo, Italy, Caitlyn always strives to bring a level of authenticity to her work both behind the table and on stage. She is very excited to be part of her first United Solo season as a Festival Representative and Reviewer. www.caitlynbfox.com
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