Chloë Whitehorn

"Chloë Whitehorn’s script is choc full of pithy observations and topical humour about online dating. Some of the funniest moments come when actors line up on stage as real-life versions of dating site archetypes; the nerd, the outdoor enthusiast, the jock and the suave cultural sophisticate.
While the show has the light, airy feel of a rom-com, it’s also surprisingly layered. I was pleasantly surprised at the level of depth and character development as well as the way the show explores deeper themes like coming to terms with loss in a really insightful way."
  --Wayne Leung (Mooney on Theatre), read the full review here

"Chloe Whitehorn uses the world of online dating as the backdrop for this story of love and dating, which delves much deeper than pithy critiques of how to compose the perfect profile. Bunmi Adeoye plays Laurel, an aspiring songwriter easing back into the dating world after a mysterious tragedy in a previous relationship. Aided by a duo of meddlesome friends (Krista Barzso and Eve Wylden), Laurel cycles through the usual clichés for the requisite laughs, while a series of well-integrated musical numbers are definite audience pleasers—but it's the unfolding story of Laurel's past, and her blossoming but complicated relationship with the earnest Matt (Alan Norman) that make the tale so engaging. Oh, and a surprisingly insightful theory on how online dating is like Schrödinger's Cat." 4 stars, Torontoist Fringe Favorite
  --Ryan West (Torontoist), read the review here

"Playwright Chloe Whitehorn successfully landed a good smack on the face of Facebook and poked sharp wit-licked arrows into the belly of social media.... While humour overrides the performance, there is profound sadness in the gentle scenes with Noah after the coffee shop closes that elicit big heart pangs for the love that was meant to be. Whitehorn carefully extracts the vulnerabilities of all the characters, and expertly showcases the fondue effect love has on us."
  --Jules Torti (Alphbet Soup), read the full review here

"Sometimes, a play comes along that I find so entirely enjoyable that I simply have to tell everyone I know about it. I walk away from the climax with an overwhelming desire to write, to emulate what I've just seen, to put to words the sheer delight that resulted from the experience. Such a play is Chloe Whitehorn's Love, Virtually. I can best summarize my opinion of this work in the words I near-shouted outside the theatre: 'Hot-DAMN was that good!'"
  --Tim Ford, read the full review here

"Anyone who has ever seen any of Chloe Whitehorn's work is likely thinking the same thing I am: “It's only a short matter of time before this mega talented woman is working in L.A or on Broadway – or anything else that she decides
on.” This extraordinarily brilliant gal is the reason this play is a must see!
For without an epic script, you have little to stand on. LOVE, VIRTUALLY is a production that hits a raw and compelling chord. You see, it tackles the expansive topic of social media as it is experienced through on-line dating – and what it means to be true to yourself – as you contemplate finding love.
And....like any of Ms. Whitehorn's intelligent and ingenious scripts – you must pay close attention! There is serious depth to her writing, and like the often complex layers of a person's life – LOVE, VIRTUALLY tells an important story – with humour, meaning and a surprise or two to keep you on the edge of your theatre seat.
A 'must see' before it hits Mirvish and then Broadway.... LOVE, VIRTUALLY is “literally” perfection!"
  --Dorothy Ratusny (Toronto Fringe Audience Review in Now Magazine)

"The writing is my kind of deal: as much wit in one breath as you can pack! I adored the pace and the staging - plus I was dying of laughter which is always win. The live music was an added bonus too!
Standing O at the end was a sure sign that this show will continue to be a full house (we went early and I'm glad we did)"
  --Adrianna Prosser (Toronto Fringe Audience Review in Now Magazine)

"This play impressed me on many levels. Witty dialogue, solid acting, relevant subject matter. It's what I love about the Fringe--theatre that engages and makes you think. Lots of funny moments and an interesting ending. Great music too! Show I saw, the audience gave a standing ovation--says enough for me, my money was well spent."
  --yushkababy (Toronto Fringe Audience Review in Now Magazine)