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A Screenshot of Beyond the Curtain Review of (No) Refunds by Katy Murphy. There is a red curtain, behind white text that reads, "Beyond the Curtain." The review is by Mark and Aimee, and they all (No) Refunds "an absolute masterclass"

“Tiffany Gold might be iconic, but it's Murphy's quick wit, ruthless charm, and impeccable comedic timing that makes every second unpredictable. It’s sharp, inventive, and hands-down one of the greatest nights you can spend at the Fringe this year. Five stars, and worth every single penny (even if you don't get the refund)!”

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  • "Tiffany Gold might be iconic, but it's Murphy's quick wit, ruthless charm, and impeccable comedic timing that makes every second unpredictable. Five stars, and worth every single penny (even if you don't get the refund)!"

    Mark and Aimee, Beyond the Curtain

  • "...genuinely had the audience on the edge of their seats. That kind of excitement is as rare as a booze-free venue at Edinburgh Fringe, and if that weren’t enough, running underneath the entertaining shenanigans is a surprisingly profound celebration of our shared humanity"

    Randall David Cook, The Recs

  • At the center of it all is Tiffany Gold — creator Katy Murphy’s alter ego for (most of) the evening — the blonde game show hostess who seemingly exudes star power, confidence, and glamor... Throughout, Murphy’s performance was spot on, a compelling combination of natural charm and quick-witted presence of mind.

    Adrian Dimanlig, Interludes

  • “This is a vibrant, interactive performance that blends game show absurdity with heartfelt storytelling… What starts as a ridiculous game show to win back the price of a ticket grows into something tender and real… an emotional journey that touches deeply through genuine storytelling and unbridled competitiveness. (No) Refunds is a brilliant example of theatre that is both playful and profound.”

    Lamesha Ruddock, Binge Fringe

  • "[(No) Refunds] is an interesting meditation on the labor of performance and Murphy is good at juggling the input of a random audience members and keeping the show moving... an interesting work that shows some creative potential and I would certainly check out what Murphy does next."

    — Nicholas Fortugno, Immersed in NYC

  • "Murphy’s ability to retain the sense of the clown, yet tie the sci-fi details together into a cohesive story arch is amazing. She never breaks character, her cheery American pep and optimism fits perfectly within the premise… Candle House Collective have found a winning star in Katy Murphy and a winning recipe in Next Time!"

    – Gabriel Wilding, Everything Theatre UK

  • "the excellent actors [Katy & the Candle House Collective ensemble] not only play their characters convincingly but are quite adept at handling any hesitation without pressuring you to answer."

    — Michael Dale, Broadway World

  • "caffeinated... Kafkaesque"

    — Helen Shaw, Vulture

  • "She *had* read the room."

    — Alexis Soloski, The New York Times

  • "lively and engaging"

    – Michele Markarian, New England Theater Mirror

  • "By the end, [i cut myself shaving and it bled so much] reveals the twisted moral game you may not have realized you were playing... It also speaks to the strong performances during the show to build a relationship with the audience that makes the choice difficult."

    -Kevin Gossett, No Proscenium