Bare E-ssentials 3: with a Vengeance | Another 5 Star Review
The Chair by James C Ferguson Once again, it was time to dive headlong into the online performing world as Encompass Productions’ Liam Fleming brought another selection of short stories to the internet with Bare E-ssentials 3: with a Vengeance. The evening started with RULES by Lucy Jamieson, directed by Rachael Owens. Oh, it’s a nightmare when words sound similar. Alex (Esme Cooper) has been to the doctor with a water infection. The doctor prescribes tablets for cystitis, but she mishears and has been telling people she has syphilis. Her flatmate Jess (Karina Holness) sorts out the linguistic mistake but points out Alex only seems to get these issues when she has sex. Jess pushes Alex to give her details, something that her friend seems reluctant to share. Eventually, Alex spills the beans so to speak, much to the absolute horror of Jess. Sometimes there are things that flatmates should not do or know about each other. Jess’s reaction to Alex’s news is understandable but in some res