To be, or not to be popular, that is the great question at the heart of J’ai trop d’amis, a bona fide survival guide for students entering middle school. Back in J’ai trop peur, our young hero was so terrified of entering sixth grade that it was ruining his vacation. Now, he’s finally made that great leap, but that’s when the real trouble begins. He struggles with popularity, friends and enemies (particularly enemies), the class delegate elections and girls (particularly one girl). Playwright and director David Lescot picks up the story where it left off, with three actors and the same all-purpose set, uncovering the ruthless world of preadolescence with great humour. If you mostly missed out on the ride that is sixth grade due to recent events, make sure you don’t miss J’ai trop d’amis!

Maïa Bouteillet