Fringe: The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant

Have you ever fallen in love instantly and then spiralled down into quick obsession? I know I have! I was able to relate to the lead character of this Rainier Werner Fassbinder play, put on by the Midtwenties Theatre Society.

The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant is melodramatic in every way. From the antsy teen to the infatuated lead, we are presented with characters who are caricatures of themselves. A highlight of this show is the Baroness, whose comedic timing is greatly appreciated amidst all the tears and bemoaning.

This is the story of a fashion designer who falls head over heels for an ingenue who can barely give her the time of day.

The show runs again tomorrow and next week at the Fringe.