The Buzz Intro Interview

Rachel S. Hunter / Director

This show tackles universal themes and dynamics in mother-daughter relationships. From the growing pains in childhood to reversing roles in care-taking, this show takes a humorous, yet heartfelt stroll down one particular memory lane. The show approaches the relationship as a set a baggage, with each individual bag carrying specific items and themes that have evolved over the lifetime of the performer. One bag is quite small but carries extremely heavy items like stubbornness and regret. Another bag is large and carries all the clothing items the mom bought her daughter that were never worn. In addition to personal engagement with the performer, audience members will hopefully find connection with many of the moments in this show and find themselves laughing (and crying) in a group therapy sort of situation.

Fringe festivals are the perfect place for experimental works including humorous dance/ theatre storytelling! The audiences are amazing and supportive. I had the honor of being part of Atlanta Fringe 2024 and had a fantastic experience with the staff and audience. Atlanta Fringe has a wonderful ambiance and energy.

This show is a part of personally processing the death of my mother. As I grieved and shared stories with friends and family, we found many of us had shared experiences. I also learned more about my mother through the eyes and memories of others. Knowing other sides to the woman I called mom helped me feel close to her again. The deeper into the creation of this show I dig, the more at peace I am carrying on my mother's memory.