Just Friends Score by Amber Landry, Book by Jill Kooymans	Lavender Theatre Productions - Winnipeg, MB  http://lavendertheatrical.com	V.1 - John Hirsch Mainstage
	Taylor and Lainey have been friends their whole lives, but have spent the last few years communicating only through letters since moving away from home. After Taylor unceremoniously dumps her brooding boyfriend and Lainey leaves her toxic fiancée, they suddenly find themselves back in town and in each other's lives, but something has changed and it's not just Taylor's haircut. Just Friends explores what it means to be queer, still a little bit in love with your ex, and a lot in love with your best friend. Cast: Amber Landry, Tara Streilein, Moriah DeFord, Phil Rogalsky, Jill Kooymans Director: Jill Kooymans	Show Info: 60 minutes Genre: Musical Audience: Parental Guidance Coarse Language, Sexual Content	Thu July 18 4:45 PM Sat July 20 7:45 PM Tue July 23 6:30 PM Thu July 25 2:45 PM Fri July 26 4:15 PM Sat July 27 2:45 PM Sun July 28 8:30 PM

Just Friends

Lavender Theatre Productions —John Hirsch Mainstage

Refreshing. So absolutely refreshing to see a show at Venue 1 that uses the space to its fullest ability during Fringe. From pen pals to potential partners, “Just Friends” covers the tale of lifelong friends Taylor and Lainey. Both seek refuge in sending letters to each other as they navigate less than ideal relationship statuses.

Score by Amber Landry and Book by Jill Kooymans this tight hour show has exemplary potential for expansion into a full blown musical. With a clear chime and charm, the compelling journey we embark on is relatable and accessible, even if you don’t find yourself a “friend of Dorothy”.

Stephanie Adamov

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