Liv Rocklin Productions from New York City presented An American (NOT) in Paris. The show features 7 songs, 6 languages and 5 diagnosed conditions in a one woman show exploring OCD, loss of youth and an appreciation of the art of “C’est La Vie”.
Liv went to Paris as a student but the experience was interrupted by the pandemic which forced her to return to America. She had just met a Parisian man with American ties. He promised not to kill her as he showed her a meat locker. Is there a better way to discover romance? She left that all behind.
The show explored uncertainties during those times and a brief return to Paris where she refused to explore the city as a tourist since she felt she was a native, even if short lived.
There was plenty of endearing humor in the show. At one point the guitar fell to the floor which seemed to punctuate her humorous point she was discussing to perfection. At one point the entire audience was singing along to the refrain of her song about “C’est La Vie”.
This is the type of show that is perfect for Fringe. I loved every moment. The show was light hearted and entertaining.