Let’s talk about *No President*—because wow, this show is *something*. If you’re into avant-garde theater that throws convention out the window, then the Nature Theater of Oklahoma’s latest production at the Southbank Centre might be your jam. But if you prefer linear storytelling? Buckle up.
### **What Even Is This Show?**
Described as a mix of "renegade ballerinas and cannibalism" (thanks, *Evening Standard*), *No President* is a wild, sprawling, and deliberately messy critique of power, democracy, and, well, everything. The ensemble delivers a fever-dream collage of monologues, dance breaks, and absurdist satire. It’s like if *Hamilton* had an existential crisis and decided to burn the script mid-performance.
### **The Good**
- **Bold & Unapologetic**: This isn’t theater that asks for permission. It’s loud, brash, and unafraid to poke at political absurdity.
- **Physical Theater at Its Best**: The movement sequences are hypnotic—part ballet, part protest, part controlled chaos.
- **Dark Humor**: If you like your satire served with a side of nihilism, there are moments that’ll make you laugh uncomfortably.
### **The… Confusing**
- **No Clear Narrative**: That’s kind of the point, but it *will* lose some people. If you need a traditional plot, this ain’t it.
- **Overwhelming at Times**: The sheer volume of ideas crammed into one show can feel exhausting. Some moments land harder than others.
### **Final Verdict**
*No President* isn’t for everyone, but that’s exactly why it’s important. It’s theater as rebellion—a middle finger to structure and a celebration of creative anarchy. Whether you love it or leave utterly baffled, you won’t forget it.
**Rating**: ★★★★☆ (4/5 – for the brave and the curious)
Would I see it again? Maybe—but I’d need a stiff drink first.
— *DanceWAMI*
