Written & Performed by Lauren O’Brien
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About Lolo’s Boyfriend Show

Lolo lands a dream-come-true European tour with her punk cabaret show. But when it gets canceled after just a few weeks, she’s forced to pack up her funky costumes and red platform boots and drag them back to her mom’s house in suburbia. Lolo thought she’d be famous and happily married by now. Her Psychic Therapist told her she would be. Instead, she doesn’t even have a job. She’s stuck in her childhood bedroom, tormented by the remnants of many failed relationships.

A tempting invitation from The British Guy she met on tour could be her ticket to a happier life. He’s different from all the others. He takes showers. He hasn’t asked her for money. He didn’t bring a stripper on any of their dates. But his attempts to woo end up triggering a traumatic trip through boyfriends past. From The Yogi to The Texter to The Addict, Lolo’s penchant for attracting the bizarre really cuts her up. As she grapples with her ghosts, Lolo has a radical realization: maybe…just maybe…she has a different path to happiness in this world…

What People Are Saying

“… the most poignant, dynamic, tear jerking, uplifting roller coaster of a ride of emotion and humor…!”

Rachael Sage, International Artist

"Lolo's Boyfriend Show is a brilliant and meticulously crafted work of theater. It's visceral, and real, confessional without being self-indulgent, and brutually honest without being vengeful. It's funny, powerful, and full of love!”

John S. Hall

“As I sat in the audience watching Lolo’s Boyfriend Show, I had goosebumps witnessing Lauren O’Brien’s fearless and raw performance. Her portrayal captivates with authenticity, making us question whether true happiness lies in chasing dreams or embracing our own unique path”.

Brian Thomas, Emmy Nominee/Award-Winning Director

“There’s a crowd of people on stage – but only one actor, Lauren O’Brien. Lauren’s talent makes each and every character real. She makes each one unique, gives them their own voice and presence. They come to vivid, dimensional life through her words and actions. The result is a clever, funny, and poignant play that makes you want to talk about it after it’s over and share it with friends. Highly recommended!”

B. Jeffrey Madoff, Madoff Productions

“From her wild adventures to her moments of vulnerability, O’Brien’s range as a performer shines through…

All About Solo

“…Lolo’s Boyfriend show gets three H’s: Hilarious, Honest and Hot!!”

– Lydia Darly, Filmmaker, co-founder of THE NOVA Frontier Film Festival