Evil Perfect, a thought-provoking play by Spencer Huffman and directed by Jonathan Shaboo, takes the audience on a journey through a dystopian society where equality is taken to an extreme. Set in a world where individual identities are flattened into uniformity, the play explores themes of free will, individual rights, and the common good.
The story follows two intertwining plotlines. Puck, the son of a community leader, finds himself drawn to Lily, a widow who challenges the rules of their society. Their interactions lead Puck to question the meaning of words like “husband” and “human,” opening his eyes to a world beyond the constraints of societal norms.
Meanwhile, two teachers, Coworker Zero and Coworker 513, navigate a forbidden romance that defies the rules of their world. As they delve deeper into their relationship, they begin to question the gruesome details of their jobs and the implications of their actions.
Through these characters and their interactions, Huffman’s play delves into complex questions about the nature of society and the dangers of extremism. By painting a vivid picture of a world where individuality is suppressed in the name of equality, Evil Perfect challenges audiences to consider the consequences of sacrificing personal freedoms for the greater good.
While the play may not offer easy answers to these questions, it provides a compelling exploration of the moral gray areas that arise when societal norms are taken to their extremes. For those who enjoy dystopian stories with complex characters and thought-provoking themes, Evil Perfect offers a gripping narrative that will leave audiences reflecting on the nature of authority, freedom, and human connection.
