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Book SynopsisThree-time Governor General's Literary Awardshortlisted author and playwright Anosh Irani's critically acclaimed one-man showBuffoonis a masterclass of tragicomic theatre.
Born to circus folk who prefer trapezing over parenting, Felix quickly learns to turn life's misfortunes into jokes. His longing for family and home is piqued at the tender age of seven when he falls hopelessly in love with an older woman, the beguiling Aja, who is eight. In the process, a clown is born, and we watch him grow into a middle-aged buffoon. Over time, Felix stops waiting for someone else to love him; his journey becomes one of loving himself. A story of love, loss, and the fate that binds us, Buffoon is a gut-wrenching one-man show that expertly walks the tightrope between heartbreak and hilarity.
Trade ReviewBuffoon matches a multilayered script with a magnificent solo performance … [An] epic tale of love and betrayal, triumph and loss, connection and abandonment — the human story.
* Globe and Mail *
A marvel of solo storytelling.
* NOW Magazine (NNNN) *
The play … begins with Felix as a hopeful child … and tracks his growing cynicism around life and love … An involving journey.
* Toronto Star *
An engrossing, heart wrenching tale of love lost, regained, and lost again … Bittersweet, poignant, funny and gripping … This is one play that will keep your mind — and your heart — engaged for a long time. Don’t miss it.
* Entertainment Vancouver *
Irani’s storytelling is a mix of fanciful wordplay … punctuated by poetic insights.
* Stir *
Buffoon is full of powerful moments and rich metaphor.
* Broadway World *
