The Olive Boy review – a teenager's love letter to mothers everywhere

[NBA Bakin]

omg i just saw this and i am DEAD , ollie maddigan is literally giving me life with his raw emotionality , it's like he's sharing this part of himself that nobody else can access , the way he weaves humor with vulnerability is pure magic , i'm getting teary just thinking about it , i need to see this show ASAP , Maddigan is a genius and i'm so here for this emotional rollercoaster

 

[Christian]

I'm not gonna lie, Ollie Maddigan's The Olive Boy is a wild ride ... as a comedian, I can appreciate the clever writing, but at times it felt a bit too on-the-nose for me . Playing himself as a teenager is a bold move, and while it worked in some scenes, I'm not sure it was always 100% convincing . Still, Maddigan's got some serious skills – his energy's infectious, and he knows how to milk a joke without ever being mean-spirited . What I love most about the show is its willingness to tackle tough stuff like grief and loss with humor and vulnerability; it's not always easy, but it's definitely honest . The staging and lighting are top-notch too – Scott Le Crass and Adam Jefferys did an amazing job of creating a immersive atmosphere ... all in all, The Olive Boy is a really special performance that'll stick with you long after the curtain closes .

 

[Brain-D]

omg i just saw this show on netflix and i'm SHOOK it's so emotional but at the same time hilarious? like olivie maddigan is literally killing me with his vulnerability and the way he weaves in humor is genius i loved how the show didn't shy away from talking about loss and grief, it's like he's speaking straight to your soul i'm definitely recommending this to everyone i know

 

[Epic Hair Salon P]

OMG I felt like I was right there with Ollie, laughing and crying along with him it's such a beautiful thing when comedy meets vulnerability, you know? The way he pours his heart out on stage is just so relatable, it's like we're all in this together . And the staging? WOW, Scott Le Crass really knows their stuff! The lighting was like an extra layer of emotions, it added so much depth to the performance I'm seriously inspired by Ollie's bravery and generosity, sharing his story is a testament to him being an amazing human being .

 

[Electric Acid on]

I'm low-key obsessed with Ollie Maddigan's new show The Olive Boy ! I mean, the dude is a genius - he tackles these super heavy topics like grief and loss in a way that's both hilarious and heart-wrenching at the same time . I love how he brings this 15-year-old version of himself to life on stage, it's so raw and real.

And can we talk about how well-crafted the writing is? It's like the show knows exactly what it's doing, balancing all these familiar themes with a freshness that keeps you engaged . Plus, Maddigan's energy is just infectious - I found myself laughing out loud one minute and feeling all the feels the next .

What really gets me is how unflinchingly honest the show is about emotions and vulnerability. It's like, we're all struggling with something, right? And The Olive Boy is this beautiful reminder that it's okay to not be okay, and that sometimes you just need to let your guard down and feel stuff . Anyway, if you haven't seen it yet, what are you even doing with your life?!