Waking in Minneapolis
presented by Chris Knutson
Showtimes
Thu., Jul. 31 @ 10:00 p.m.
Fri., Aug. 1 @ 8:30 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 3 @ 7:00 p.m.
[S] Thu., Aug. 7 @ 8:30 p.m.
Sun., Aug. 10 @ 2:30 p.m.
KEY:
[S]=ASL interpreted
[A]=Audio described
Show details
Venue: Mixed Blood Theatre
Duration: 60 minutes
For ages 13+
Written by Chris Knutson
Website: www.myspace.com/wakinginmpls
Genres: Comedy, ASL interpreted, Drama
Warnings: Adult language
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by Colleen Smith Follow this reviewer
Rating 3 kitties
Decent show. I'd give it a B- at Fringe Academy.
Many of the performers had a lot of stage-presence and great energy, but the main character gave a sadly unconvincing performance.
There were some funny moments. There were a couple of attempts at awestruck-big-idea-moments, but it never got deep and moments when dialogue became more serious felt forced and lacked authenticity.
Decent, but nowhere near the top of my Fringe 2008 must-see list.
Its a sweet story but....
by roseroberta pauling Follow this reviewer
Rating 3 kitties
Its just not very deep, though it has some good syncronicities. Somethings never come across though.....like he never gets it out to his new female friend that he had met her grandmother....I just felt without giving the whole plot away that somethings did not match up well. It was funny and cute and had an interesting cast of characters, but it was kind of like seeing a high school play.....sorry, though those can be enjoyable.
I liked it.
by Daphne D Follow this reviewer
Rating 4 kitties
This was a good show with laughter, tenderness, and obnoxiousness. What better combination. It got everything from laughter to (as my husband said) a half a tear out of me. Well written and well acted. So go see it.
Solid performances & interesting concept
by Melissa Beukema Follow this reviewer
Rating 5 kitties
I liked this even more than I expected to going in. All of the actors were great and it successfully balanced comedy and tender moments in a way that can be hard in an hour or less.
Tiffanie Kilgore was great!
by Bucky Fay Follow this reviewer
Rating 3 kitties
This is a very talented actress. She uses a full vocal range, has good timing, gets physically involved, and listens very well on stage.
The show itself is pretty up and down--the writer has too many scene changes that don't really need to be there and this drags the pace. (I was suprised that it was only about 45 minutes long.) Much of it was not believable without any sense that magic might be the reason behind things. This would probably be much tighter at about half the length--and the opening of phone messages and dressing could have been combined so that the beginning actually begins some action.
Makes me feel like dancing
by Cid Starwind Follow this reviewer
Rating 5 kitties
I wasn't sure what to expect going into this show, but it certainly turned out to be a wonderful, fun ride that had plenty of twists and turns as well as some genuinely funny moments. It was a very engaging show with a great message.
Pleasantly intriguing
by Christine Siehl Follow this reviewer
Rating 4 kitties
The show started out slow but built to become a very intriguing and entertaining look at how people's view of difficult or uncomfortable situations can change just by seeing things from a different perspective. Excellent cast exchanges during heated arguments and entertaining follies that befall the male lead, Tom. Well put together and keeps you entertained throughout while throwing in a little lesson about life without you even noticing it until the ending. I think everyone could use a little "Meg" in their lives from time to time.
A1 - Refreshing
by William Casey Follow this reviewer
Rating 4 kitties
Aa delightful and entertaining piece. The performers were all good; three were outstanding in my opinion. Several intense and rapid interchanges between actors were beautifully done with precise, humorous timing.
A program would have been helpful for attendees. This is a very good show that in many ways embodies the best of what the Fringe has to offer.
Made me smile and laugh and then smile
by Court Berg Follow this reviewer
Rating 5 kitties
I really loved the show. The tempo demanded attention and It was peppered with humor that caught me off gaurd. I found myself laughing about a few of the scenes a day after. Thanks for the amazing performance.
Many wonderful waking moments!
by Lisa Harrison Follow this reviewer
Rating 5 kitties
You feel the frustration of the main character and laugh at him in the next breath......then find yourself sad for his turns of bad luck and the sorrows he shares, just before the plot turns another corner and you find yourself cheering and smiling again. It was everything I wanted my first Fringe experience to be and more. I loved it!
Fun ride!
by Dawn Higgins Follow this reviewer
Rating 4 kitties
This show is a great showcase of talent - FUNNY, with delightful surprises and a colorful mix of characters.
Engaging and fun
by Betty Grant Follow this reviewer
Rating 4 kitties
Thoughtful and engaging production. Strong acting from a couple of the cast.
