Potty The Plant

Potty the Plant is delighfully unhinged in all the best ways – a dark comedy that leans into its weirdness and rewards you for coming along for the ride.

The direction is mostly sharp and purposeful. A couple of entrances and exits had me scratching my head but honestly, that’s nitpicking. For the most part, it’s clear, confident, and keeps the chaos under control without ever feeling rigid.

Lighting was gorgeous though. It nails the mood of every scene, and Dr. Acular’s entrance lighting was so perfectly dramatic I half-expected dry ice and a bat flying across the stage.

The sound mostly spot-on, though there were a few moments where I lost a line or two due to low levels. Nothing show-ruining, but when the dialogue is this funny, you don’t want to miss a syllable.

The set design is simple but effective. From Potty’s table to the coffin, coat rack, and even a cheeky window doubling as a lift, everything was used smartly. There were moments where the set surprised me with how cleverly it was repurposed. Not flashy, but it worked.

The music & lyrics are catchy and well-executed, with a few lines that could have used a bit more polish. Still, the overall soundtrack was strong, and it fit the tone of the show perfectly.

The book is where Potty really shines. The script is wickedly funny – dark, sharp, and constantly witty without ever losing sight of the story. The pacing is excellent, and even the strangest transition gags feel like they belong in the show’s offbeat world. It’s my kind of humor: clever, twisted, and unafraid to be ridiculous.

Potty the Plant is a riotously funny, darkly charming show that knows exactly what it is – weird, witty, and wonderfully macabre. A couple of technical tweaks here and there would elevate it even further, but honestly? If you like your comedy with a streak of madness, this is a Fringe gem worth catching.