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Your Adventure Podcast, with Cat Caldwell Myers
In this episode, join me as we dive deep into the world of creativity, loss, and resilience with award-winning artist Lauren O’Brien. From the raw power of personal tragedy to the transformative nature of art, this conversation is a journey of the human spirit. Listen as Lauren shares her inspiring story of turning pain into purpose, and discover how creativity can be a powerful tool for healing.
allaboutsolo.com
“In the heartwarming and hilarious Lolo’s Boyfriend Show, Lauren O’Brien commands the stage with a whirlwind of energy, humor, and heart, weaving an entertaining and resonant narrative. As Lolo navigates the twists and turns of her tumultuous romantic past, we are drawn into her world, learning of her inner struggles and how she bravely confronts or sometimes ignores them.”
stagevoices.com
“She’s back. 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 red platform boots. She considers abandoning everything for a British Beau, one in a long string of bizarre boyfriends she has somehow attracted: from the Yogi to the Phantom Texter to the S&M Enthusiast. Lolo’s Psychic Therapist did tell her she’d be famous and happily married by now. Instead, she’s back at her Mom’s house.“
beautynewsnyc.com
“The New York City Fringe Festival is back, and with it comes a variety of original, creative theatrical works that really test boundaries. And the coolest part is that the artists actually get to keep 100% of their box office earnings! So far, I have been lucky enough to see a couple of Fringe shows this year, “Conversations with My Divorce Attorney” and “FASTER,” both of which were running at the Theater at the 14th Street Y. When I heard about “Lolo’s Boyfriend Show,” playing at the same theatre, I knew I was interested. The premise alone of the character of Lolo exploring past relationships on stage was very compelling to me. So prior to seeing the show for myself, I reached out to Lauren O’Brien, the show’s writer and performer, directly. My Q&A with Lauren O’Brien reveals all about the inception of “Lolo’s Boyfriend Show,” what she hopes audiences take away from the experience, and more!.“
Something Rather Than Nothing Podcast
“Lauren graces the show again to talk more about her exciting solo play “Lolo’s Boyfriend Show.” It was such a thrill to talk to Lauren about art, the development of Lolo, taking risks on the stage and the hopes and dreams we all need : – ).“
Visible Soul
“Lauren O’Brien has performed regionally in To Kill a Mockingbird (Mayella), Angels in America (Harper), A Wrinkle in Time (Mrs. Whatsit), and The Odyssey (Athena), among others. She was also a founding member of director Polina Klimovitskaya’s avant-garde theatre troupe, Terra Incognita. Lauren credits Ms. Klimovitskaya for teaching her a “psycho-physical” approach to creativity.“
Bloom with a Boom
“In this conversation we’re talking with Lauren O’brien, a writer/performer who practices Buddhist chanting on a daily basis to transform poison into medicine. This is how she turned a tragic event into a play that won best show at the 2020 New York Fringe Festival, and how she’s been able to thrive despite many obstacles over the last several years. Lauren is now returning to the festival with “Lolo’s Boyfriend’s Show,” a glitzy, saucy one-woman act about dating in NYC.“
all about SOLO
“Lolo’s Boyfriend Show is a lively and comedic performance that recently won the Audience Choice Award at the NYC Fringe Festival. I had the pleasure of asking Lauren O’Brien about her inspiration for the show, her creative process, and what’s next for her after this incredible success.“