That’s So Magically Meta

By Rachel Fair

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Company Name: Rachel Fair

City/State: Kansas City(Pendleton Heights), MO

Genre: Comedy, Theatre

Ratings: Parental Guidance

Playwright: Rachel Fair

Premiere: Yes

Warnings: Adult Language, Simulated violence, discussion of sexual assault

Venue: Whim Space

Show Times:

7:30 PM Friday, July 19
10:30 PM Saturday, July 20
3:00 PM Sunday, July 21
7:30 PM Thursday, July 25
4:30 PM Saturday, July 27

Description:

Welcome to The School of Magically Meta Studies! Learn firsthand from our founder, Rachel, how the word “meta” is the most powerful tool in our life kit for understanding ourselves, our stories, and the world in which both are realistically grounded. With a dash of sparkle, a glitchy shadow, and a banker’s box full of legos, the classroom becomes a metascape to explore identity, trauma, and cycles. For the magical heroes, the monstrous villains, and the main characters with god complexes alike.

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  1. Alyssa M on July 20, 2024 at 3:00 pm

    Rachel takes you on a magical, heart warming (and breaking) journey from start to finish. The level of production from the stage props to video incorporation will leave you giggling, cheering and sucked into the action. I think everyone can find a piece of themselves in Rachel’s story. After watching the performance, I felt like I left a movie that made me want to go back in for a second, third, fourth time to catch all the details.

  2. Laura Meyer on July 21, 2024 at 8:13 am

    The School of Magically Meta Studies made me laugh, cry, and laugh some more! Rachel introduces us to the different personas that make up who she is in a way that is truly open, honest, and vulnerable. The use of audio/visual effects brought extra magic to the show, allowing the already excellent storytelling to further come to life! 10/10 would recommend!

  3. Philip Stewart Meyer on July 21, 2024 at 8:26 am

    That’s So Magically Meta is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Joining Rachel on her pilgrimage through her past and how she experiences the world was a captivating journey. The use of visual effects was engaging, clever and well executed.
    I cant wait to see where the story goes next…

  4. Logan on July 22, 2024 at 8:31 am

    An unforgettable experience! The story, the production, the performance – all of it was excellent.

  5. J. Smith on July 22, 2024 at 1:11 pm

    A unique exploration of a person’s life, experiences, and perception of events. A fun blend of engaging visual effects but also thought-provoking and emotionally-stimulating insights. Very good storytelling. 5/5

  6. Quinn on July 22, 2024 at 1:32 pm

    Rachel Fair’s a fundamentally introspective and empathetic person, and her creative work echoes that completely.

    That’s So Magically Meta takes you inside her psyche, thoroughly and honestly evaluating the experiences driving her behaviors and anxieties, encouraging the audience to do the same. It’s honest, raw, funny, and original. You’ll leave readier to embrace your own Dawni Rae.

  7. Bill on July 23, 2024 at 8:46 pm

    Rachel did an excellent job of bringing the workings of her inner mind to the audience. The writing, presentation, and video were very creative and communicated her message perfectly. You learn about her life, her challenges, and how she has made it through life and continued to grow. She is a wonderful person who is working to become even better. She wants to share her experience with those around her so they can grow too. Come and learn at The School for Magically Meta Studies!

  8. Georgina Ruano-Arriaga on July 24, 2024 at 10:35 pm

    Being the center of attention does not come easy for everyone, myself included. Rachel Fair tackles this fear head on by putting on a solo performance in The School of Magically Meta.

    Rachel takes us on a ride that explores core memories from her past and how they impacted her then and present self. Her magical world building, creative storytelling, and Sailor-Moon-esque visuals will have you captivated, laughing, and crying (I did) till the very end.

    (Thanks to The School of Magically Meta, I have now been pinpointing things that are meta in my world ✨)

  9. Sam Chinn on July 26, 2024 at 10:05 am

    A beautiful, brave performance that seamlessly merges video interactions with a captivating public performance! Rachel did a fantastic job connecting with the audience as I heard (and contributed myself with) gasps, cries, laughs, and cheers throughout the performance!

  10. Amber on July 26, 2024 at 10:26 am

    An amazing and heartfelt lesson on story telling, life, and being true to yourself. You will laugh, cry, and be ready to go on more adventures with Rachel, Dawnie Rae, and even Rachie. Both times left me feeling very magically metal!

  11. Wendy on July 26, 2024 at 11:32 pm

    That’s so Magically Meta is indeed magical, a very creative and inspiring piece of theater. It was well crafted, well told and engaging. The special effects used to bring her alter egos on stage with her were just plain cool. I was mesmerized and moved by her very personal journey. Brava!

    • Erik on July 27, 2024 at 11:04 pm

      What a wonderful show! Emotionally engaging and beautifully told. I felt honored to experience the depth and sincerity in her performance. Unforgettable.

  12. Christine on July 27, 2024 at 10:26 pm

    Rachel is truly an inspiration! You can tell she poured her heart and soul into her show. The courage it must have taken to share such intimate stories of her life is something that I will not soon forget! Thank you, Rachel!

  13. Thomas A on July 27, 2024 at 10:47 pm

    What an amazing show! Rachel sets the stage for a deep journey and magical within herself and takes us all with her. I laughed, I cried, I laughed again, and l was left with so much to think about. Rachel was engaging, vulnerable, and just a joy to watch on stage. Can’t wait to see more from her!

  14. Lucas on July 27, 2024 at 10:57 pm

    This show was so wonderfully written and performed! It’s moving and will take you on a journey of self discovery. Rachel is a natural writer and performer! Best show by far!

  15. Blaire on July 29, 2024 at 9:10 am

    I had no idea what to expect going into the show, and was blown away by the creativity and vulnerability Rachel shares with us. It felt very honest and relatable, and she makes you feel connected like you’ve been friends for years.

  16. Emily on July 29, 2024 at 9:24 am

    OUTSTANDING! I’ll remember this for the rest of my life <3

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