With no idea of what to expect (and some trepidation—hey, I’m a baby boomer, and all this tech stuff just baffles me), Charlotte’s performance to a full house in 'I Watched Someone Die on TikTok' was outstanding from start to finish.

The show blended humor and thought-provoking candor so seamlessly that left me feeling both fascinated and uncomfortable at different stages. Charlotte's raw, genuine presence was impossible to ignore, and her multi-faceted talent as a singer, actor, and writer truly shone throughout (she wrote the show, too - impressive!).

What really stood out, however, was how Charlotte delved into the cultural phenomenon of TikTok with both humor and a biting critique. She didn't just skim the surface; she explored the app's deep, sometimes unsettling impact on our lives. One moment I was laughing at a clever quip, and the next, I was stunned from the revelation that TikTok's algorithms even monitor our facial expressions to better tailor content.

The way she illustrated the paradox of being simultaneously repelled and addicted to the endless stream of content we consume was both enlightening and unnerving. Charlotte's ability to balance lighthearted moments with genuine reflection made the show not only entertaining but also an important commentary on the modern relationship between technology, media, and the human experience. Her comments on her role as an auntie, and what this new world means for her niece, really brought the personal aspect of her reflection to the forefront.

It wasn’t just a critique of the tech world; it was also an exploration of how this world impacts the people we care about. Whether you're a TikTok enthusiast or a skeptic, this performance will make you reconsider the true cost of the digital age.

I left the performance with a lot to think about—about our addiction to these platforms, the influence they have on our behavior, and the strange ways they both connect and isolate us.