"I Do" is an immersive hotel drama that lays bare the messy, emotional world of a wedding day, turning the familiar tropes into something deeply moving. Created by Daphna Attias and Terry O'Donovan, this site-specific show captures the final 10 minutes before Georgie and Tunde tie the knot, transporting the audience to six different rooms, each with its own unique scenario.
The production is both a voyeuristic exercise in humor and a deeply intimate exploration of anguish and insecurity. The set design by Jenny Hayton perfectly captures the juxtaposition of corporate kitsch and personal detritus, from rose petals scattered on beds to TCP in the bathroom.
The performances are searing, with each character's emotions evolving through subtle looks between them, touches, and tiny shifts in expression. The direction is immaculate, allowing for stillness as emotions unfold at their own pace.
As the story gathers shape, it becomes clear that almost every character has a place in this world by the end of the show. It's a big, heart-wrenching, ridiculous, and wonderful exploration of love, regret, and human connection.
The only slightly corny element is the returning cleaner, who enters rooms in reverse, but even he brings a surreal charm to the proceedings. Overall, "I Do" is an unforgettable theatrical experience that will leave you invested in its characters and their stories, much like any real wedding day.
The show's site-specific format allows for a unique, immersive experience, with each room bringing a new scenario to the table. From the best man's same-sex passion to the bride's "call it all off" nerves, every moment is expertly woven into the narrative.
At its core, "I Do" is a love letter to the messy, imperfect beauty of human relationships. It's a show that will make you laugh, cry, and root for its characters as they navigate the complexities of love and loss.
The production is both a voyeuristic exercise in humor and a deeply intimate exploration of anguish and insecurity. The set design by Jenny Hayton perfectly captures the juxtaposition of corporate kitsch and personal detritus, from rose petals scattered on beds to TCP in the bathroom.
The performances are searing, with each character's emotions evolving through subtle looks between them, touches, and tiny shifts in expression. The direction is immaculate, allowing for stillness as emotions unfold at their own pace.
As the story gathers shape, it becomes clear that almost every character has a place in this world by the end of the show. It's a big, heart-wrenching, ridiculous, and wonderful exploration of love, regret, and human connection.
The only slightly corny element is the returning cleaner, who enters rooms in reverse, but even he brings a surreal charm to the proceedings. Overall, "I Do" is an unforgettable theatrical experience that will leave you invested in its characters and their stories, much like any real wedding day.
The show's site-specific format allows for a unique, immersive experience, with each room bringing a new scenario to the table. From the best man's same-sex passion to the bride's "call it all off" nerves, every moment is expertly woven into the narrative.
At its core, "I Do" is a love letter to the messy, imperfect beauty of human relationships. It's a show that will make you laugh, cry, and root for its characters as they navigate the complexities of love and loss.
this hotel drama sounds SO 
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relatable ! 
i mean who hasn't had moments where they just wanna call it all off 
or have a major meltdown in front of their partner 
? 
i love how it explores the imperfections of human relationships 
and makes you laugh, cry, and root for the characters 
! 
... but I'm not sure if it's just another overhyped fad 
. I mean, "oh look, we've got 6 rooms with different scenarios" – that sounds like a lot of empty hype to me 
. Don't get me wrong, the performances and direction do sound top-notch 
... but how original is it really? Is this just a more expensive, fancy version of a play I've seen before 
. Still, I guess if you're into that sorta thing, "I Do" might be worth a look... but I'm gonna need some convincing 
The way they turned those familiar wedding day tropes into something so raw and emotional is just genius 
And can we talk about the performances? 
Those actors were giving me all the feels with their subtle looks and expressions, it was like I was right there in those rooms with them 
The set design was on point too, it was like stepping into a real wedding day ( minus the happiness 
Overall, I'm so here for "I Do" and I think it's a must-see for anyone who loves theatre or just great storytelling in general 
and the performances? wow, so searing and nuanced 
anyway i love how every character has a place in this world by the end of the show it's all about human connection and messy relationships 
the only thing that felt slightly cheesy was the cleaner, but he's still so charming 
10/10 would watch again 
added this whole new level to the set design. But what really got me was the ending, made me think about my own relationships and how messy they can be 
just watched "I Do" and I'm still reeling from the experience 
. The way the characters' emotions unfold is just masterfully done 
. It's like they're saying, "Love is messy, and life is beautiful" 
I mean, the show's all about how even on the most joyful moments like weddings, there's still room for awkwardness and insecurity. It's like politicians saying we can agree to disagree, but really they're just trying to outmaneuver each other in the system. 
And don't even get me started on that cleaner dude... he's like the ultimate symbol of how some people are just quietly working behind the scenes while everyone else is making all the noise.