- Metal never dies...
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The story of two men in search of one last adventure.
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Cyril doesn’t like old people, which is a shame because he is one. When he learns his estranged granddaughter, Lily, has her big break with her thrash metal band, Abscess, he and his friend Neville are determined to show up and support her. Neither of them will ever be the same again.
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Written by Rob GeeDirected by Ryan GladstoneFeaturing Rob Gee, Jon Paterson (international), Stuart Tavendale (UK)
AWOL is now taking bookings for touring British Columbia, 2025/2026
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Loosely based on a nearly true story.
Reviews for AWOL
“Comic gold … a pleasure to watch from start to finish.” Edmonton Journal, Alberta ★★★★★
“Screamingly funny ... a wonderful show that manages to be very funny whilst simultaneously touching the heart … we get to know and love the two men in their quest to escape not just their restrictive, humdrum home, but their loneliness and fears for the future … the performances, as one would expect from these two, are great.” UMFM, Manitoba
“A headbanging great time ... a nonstop whirlwind of stellar one-liners, fantastically specific jokes, and ever-building comedic momentum ... under all the jokes the show is full of love and genuine affection for everyone it touches, and a reminder that no one is ever too old to live life to the fullest.” Saskatoon Star Phoenix ★★★★★
“A delightful caper story … [Cyril and Neville] make for great company, as do the other characters.” Orlando Sentinel
“Very smart and
funny … AWOL delivers on its premise.” Substack, Canada
"An absolute blast ... fires on all cylinders with great comedy, genuine heart and some really delightful performances." PodSask, Saskatoon ★★★★★
“A very personable and able duo … Rob Gee and Jon Paterson play Neville and Cyril in this entertaining comic performance of two elderly gentlemen trying to have one last adventure.” Jenny Revue, Winnipeg
“A funny, imaginative show with an important underlying message … a delight.” Orlando Weekly
