WATERLOO — On Tuesday night, I had the pleasure of attending a special preview of Seneca Community Players’ fall production, “Nocturne,” a one-act play by Adam Rapp.

Going into this show, I honestly had no idea what to expect. From the first view of the set, I had a sense that I was in for an emotional roller-coaster ride. After one viewing, I can confidently say what I got was exactly that.

“Nocturne” is a show that takes you on an emotional ride through loss but gives you a sense of hope by the end of it.

The play takes you to that place of going through grief after losing a loved one. Being that I lost my father four years ago, this show, honestly, was a perfect match for me.

First and foremost, I was surprised at how well the storytelling is done in this one-person show. The plot is centered around “Son,” his life, and how grief can change a family. Anyone who has gone through tragic loss can relate to the story that is told. Keep in mind, the chain of events does tend to “get real” in places, and the subject matter can be considered dark at times.

Second, the usage of a “black box theater” setting helps give the viewer a personal experience. You feel like you are reliving these events with the main character. On top of that, the lighting cues were on point in making certain lines of dialogue relatable, for the most part, that otherwise might have been missed.

Third, the performance from Kevin Collins was phenomenal. He did an amazing job carrying the story. His performance is cathartic and remorseful, and there were times when I had tears in my eyes.