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Jane and Kel Going to Hell Never Felt So Good
Jane and Kel Go To Hell from Sharehouse Theatre is the latest quirky millennial play — and it’s like nothing you’ve seen.
We open with Kayla Robinson (Jane) and her punchy, cynical soliloquy. “Hell is real.” But the illusion of her control is shattered by her passive-aggressive, positivity-porn addict boss. Hence we enter Jane and Kel’s world.
Jane’s borderline realist-pessimist personality is perfectly balanced by headstrong and no-bullshit Kel. The two bounce off each other seamlessly, and the actor’s chemistry is palpable. We all know people like Jane and Kel. Their relationship is complex and multi-layered, and the dynamic duo takes the audience on a wild ride of drunken karaoke, DNMs and spats.
Jane is struggling. Her spirals are interjected by her dry humour and her reckless abandon. Kayla Robinson’s meticulous and intelligent characterisation shines through. She portrays what could be interpreted as stereotypical troupe character with depth and heart.
Emma Black shows the same commitment and dedication to her craft. Kel’s crass and direct personality gives way to sudden moments of emotional vulnerability that are performed with such care. Black throws herself into the role of Kel with wholehearted…
