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FeedDiablo Review: Fishing at Emeryville's Periscope Cellars
Hilarious new play pokes fun at foodie culture.
Leave the kids at home, and go Fishing. This hilarious, raunchy play by David J. Duman hits every comedic note there is, from subtle, dry, sardonic wit to several outlandish over-the-top moments reminiscent of British farce. Set in a seafood restuarant full of quirky characters, such as the sex-crazed waitress and the organically-grown-obsessed chef, the audience soon discovers that what goes on in the kitchen is more than your average bowl of chowder … especially when a kinky couple comes to dine, hoping to rekindle their sex-life with some good-old fashioned sustainable produce and fresh, un-farmed salmon. With plenty of jokes about the modern sustainable food craze, Fishing is a foodie's dream, and combines fresh, cultured humor with just the right amount of low-brow, laugh-out-loud comedy.
The theater itself is a small back room that doubles as a wine cellar, but this intimate setting adds to the charm of the performance as waiters walk through the aisles and audience members rest their glasses of wine on barrels. Before the show, patrons can enjoy free wine tasting and peruse the art gallery, which includes works by Robert Hunt and J.B. Lowe.
Fishing runs through March 14th at Periscope Cellars at 1410 62nd Street, Ste. B (at Hollis), Emeryville, CA 94608. Reservations may be made by visiting shop.periscopecellars.com or emailing FishingThePlay@gmail.com.
FISHING performances:DOORS OPEN: 7:30pm. Play starts promptly at 8:00pm. Please be on time to minimize distraction.
2/13–3/14, Thursdays–Saturdays. Tickets $20, includes your first glass of wine!
Date special — $50, includes 2 tickets, a bottle of wine, and a special gift
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Reader Comments:
Sounds like a blast! I think, however, that the playwright's name is actually David.
I saw it on Valentine's Day and LOVED IT! So much fun. And the wine is wonderful, too.
Definitely one of the funniest things I've seen in a while. The cast is smart and funny and the writing is spot on. It totally satirizes foodies while still obviously having a great love of good food itself.
I've been recommending the show to everyone, and I'll be keeping my eye on the venue too - a wonderful winery/art gallery combination.
Love it :)
It was a phenomenal play, the story was right on as far as life in a restaurant goes. From the a hole chef to the horny servers, the ignorant ungracious customers to the over confident waiter. Funny, real, and in a remarkable setting.
This was an amazing surprise for my wife and I. Very fresh and funny. I can't wait to see more of Duman's work. This play is deserving of your attention, people.