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Creative Climate: Fringe Edition by Alana

7/28/2016

 
With only a week to go until PENELOPE opens, we're getting mighty excited about the Minnesota Fringe Festival!

If you're unacquainted with the festival, here's the deal: Minnesota Fringe is a totally unique festival in the local performing arts scene because its lineup is completely unjuried: there is no selection panel that decides who deserves to perform, only a lottery. Producers ranging from seasoned theater vets to people who are brand new to the scene. And with over 160 shows in the festival, you have your work cut out for you deciding just what to see! 

New to the Fringe this year are wristbands, which serve as your pass to any show in the festival on a given day. Wristbands are $16 on weekdays; $22 on weekends. You can also reserve tickets to any show online. It's a good idea to brush up on their box office policies; you can read all about them here. 

​Okay. Ready to see some theater? Want some hints on where to start? Luckily, here at Savage Umbrella, we have a great group of company and cast members who were willing to bestow some of their top Fringe picks upon you, dear reader!  Be sure to check out:  
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Know Your B-Movie Actors by The Miller Conspiracy

Derek Lee Miller (with the help of his personal bartender) brings you the weird lives of the working stiffs of Hollywood. They weren't famous, but they were there. A different collection of bios every night!

Because Derek Lee Miller is funny and smart as hell.
- Emily Dussault

Yeah. - Allison Witham

Catch it: Thu, 8/4 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/6 @ 7:00pm, Tue, 8/9 @ 10:00pm, Fri, 8/12 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/13 @ 10:00pm
Reserve your tickets

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A Pie. A Duck. And a Shoe. by Sparkle Theatricals

Don't miss this feature! Clever comedy, marvelous music, delightful dance, and an astonishing live animal act. It will be a barrel of fun, a treat for the kids, a grand exhibition of extraordinary amusements.

​Their show from last fringe, "Parent Observation Day" was one of the best and fun for the whole family. It also features SU company member Neal Beckman. - Nick Wolf

Catch it: 
Thu, 8/4 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/6 @ 4:00pm, Sun, 8/7 @ 10:00pm, Thu, 8/11 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/13 @ 2:30pm
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Lewis/Clark by Rhymes with Montana

Two explorers attempt to discover what remains when there is nothing left to explore.
Because Debra Berger is pure delight onstage. - Emily Dussault

Catch it: Fri, 8/5 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/6 @ 2:30pm, Mon, 8/8 @ 10:00pm, Fri, 8/12 @ 5:30pm, Sat, 8/13 @ 8:30pm
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The Most Dangerous Game by Sheep Theater

Hunting is the name of the game, "The Most Dangerous Game" that it is! A comedic retelling of a classic thriller about a hunter named Rainsford who becomes the hunted when trapped on the island of Count Zaroff.

One of the funniest theater companies in town. Past gems include George, Tamburlaine, and Deux ex Machina. 
- Nick Wolf
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Catch it: Thu, 8/4 @ 5:30pm, Sun, 8/7 @ 4:00pm, Tue, 8/9 @ 7:00pm, Fri, 8/12 @ 10:00pm, Sun, 8/14 @ 4:00pm
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Theatre Forever's The Accident Book

A playful new comedy, created by Jon Ferguson and company, exploring sublime stupidity, the beauty of accidents and the ever-elusive present moment. An absurdist piece to delight and distract.

Because why would you ever miss a Theatre Forever show. You wouldn't. Duh. - Emily Dussault


Catch it: Sat, 8/6 @ 1:00pm, Sun, 8/7 @ 10:00pm, Wed, 8/10 @ 7:00pm, Fri, 8/12 @ 5:30pm, Sat, 8/13 @ 4:00pm
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Evil Twin by Ilana Kapra Productions

WANTED-Identical twins, possibly dangerous. Definitely zany. An epic yarn of twins, separated at birth. Hijinks ensue as they attempt a daring escape from prison. Will good prevail? Or is evil a necessary evil?

Outstanding performers and first time producers marrying a clever premise to a fun physical comedy aesthetic - Sean D, performer in PENELOPE


Catch it: Thu, 8/4 @ 8:30pm, Sat, 8/6 @ 4:00pm, Sun, 8/7 @ 10:00pm, Fri, 8/12 @ 10:00pm, Sat, 8/13 @ 5:30pm
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Itch by Three Knives

Nine people tear themselves apart as they try to survive against an uncontrollable enemy. A bloody nightmare story of fear and betrayal, ITCH will crawl under your skin and stay there for a long, long time.

Sure to make you squirm. Bring a raincoat, there will be blood.
-Nick Wolf



​Catch it:  Thu, 8/4 @ 5:30pm, Sat, 8/6 @ 10:00pm, Mon, 8/8 @ 8:30pm, Thu, 8/11 @ 7:00pm, Sun, 8/14 @ 1:00
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