Excited for IndyFringe 2012

[Ryan.S.Powell]

I know that venues and times have yet to be assigned, but I'm so excited. I know of at least seven local groups that will be participating this year and I'm sure that there are many more who I'm just not familiar with. I won't mention names of the groups who are participating just in case they want to announce their shows themselves in this thread. I'm particularly proud to be a part of Q Artistry's show "BOT" which will offer up a story of robots, focusing heavily on movement and music.

I wanted to create this thread to serve as a discussion of shows this year and shows in years past. Some groups that I've really enjoyed in the past have included Shadow Ape's "Not a Peep" from 2010 and "Fricative" out of Cincinnati in last year's festival. Both of these shows offered something unique in that they left out traditional storytelling elements, namely speech. Fricative was particularly interesting in that you still had storytelling elements which came primarily from intonation and slight gestures (rolling of the eyes, straightening of a jacket, intense stares, etc). The Shadow Ape piece had much more elaborate movements, but sound and voice were much less emphasized. I really enjoyed these pieces because they weren't the theatrical fare that we typically get here in Indianapolis. I feel that this is where the Fringe really shines; when it brings out pieces that generally wouldn't succeed in a less concentrated market of oddities.

I know that we're still two months away from the festival, but I just couldn't wait with friends beginning to announce their shows. I could probably go on for ages about my own personal experiences, so I'll just leave it at this. Is there anything that anybody else would like to add? A Fringe show that affected you in a particular way, something that you hope to get out of this festival, or something you hope to inspire with a show of your own?

[claymabbitt]

This is going to be my first Fringe, and I'm not sure what I've gotten myself into. Of course I'm excited to be in a show, but I'm equally excited to be in the audience for some of the other shows. I was looking at the shows from last year, and so many of the descriptions were reeling me in.

I don't think the director will mind me announcing our show here. It's called "465: Sex Drive". It's a musical about sex addicts that car pool to their group therapy sessions. While I'm brand new, the show has Fringe veterans Erin Cohenour, Amanda Lawson, and Dave Ruark.

Our first show is 10:30pm on Friday night. Under ordinary circumstances I would assume that's too late to draw much of a crowd, but I'm not sure if the normal rules apply during this festival. We're offering $5 tickets to that first show for the next two weeks, but I don't know if that will be a draw.

Basically I just can't wait for August to hurry up and here.

[Rose]

Not to worry - 10:30 is NO PROBLEM at Fringe! To steal from Field of Dreams, if you are entertaining, they will come!

[JaniceSplanice]

This year (my 2nd Fringe) I will be directing and producing my original comedy, "Imagine That" which will be premiering at the IndyFringe Theatre. Our performances kick off Saturday, August 18 at 3pm. Last year, I saw 22 shows as well as playing a part in "Strike! A New Bowling Pin Musical." I was overwhelmed by the diverse talent and was determined to soak it all in, getting in as many performances I could. A few more memorable shows from last year for me were "Joe's Cafe" (cried like a baby), "Chairs" (probably the most different piece of theatre I've ever experienced), "Piaf" (I'm a huge DK fan) and I loved the comedy of "Satan Live" and "School House Wrong." I can't wait to see the schedule of this years offerings, I've already started making a list! My cast and I are busting at the seams to present Imagine That during the festival.
And thank you, Ryan, for getting the Fringe excitement off an running!

[Amaryllis]

Anyone else have something to add to this thread? Thanks for starting it, Ryan. I always like reading about Indy Fringe Festival shows, so I'm giving this thread a bump. In any case, break a leg, Ryan, Clay, and Janice!

[DivaTiff]

I am ecstatic about bringing my show, "Is That Your Reel Hair?" to the IndyFringe Festival. Last year was my first time participating in the fringe; I volunteered during the festival and performed in "The Wedding Belles". I was also privileged to see about 13 shows, including Oneymoon, Slammed, School House Wrong, and Q Artistry's Strike and the amazing Ben Asaykwee's "Satan Live" to name a few. Because of this amazing experience, I've been one lucky gal to have worked with Q Artistry and Ben (who is like my favorite person on earth!). I am anxious to see all the wonderful shows this year!! I feel so blessed

PHOENIX MAINSTAGE
Is That Your Reel Hair?
Playwright/Performer: Tiffanie Bridges
Genre: Comedy/Solo/Musical
Warnings: Fun, silly, and extremely entertaining!
Links: www.facebook.com/<wbr>DivaTiffReelHair
Tiffanie Bridges presents her special kind of crazy as she recalls the tragedy of her “6th grade hair fiasco” in a zany musical tribute of sorts, and transforms into some of your favorite pop culture icons to discover that beauty is more than scalp deep!

Friday, August 17, 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 18, 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 19, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 21, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 23, 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 25, 10:30 p.m.

[Morgan]

Wisdom Tooth Theatre Project

"The Last Nickel" Phoenix Mainstage

You've previously seen us with "Boy in the Basement" in 2010 and "Waiting with Godot" 2009!!! We're happy to be back this year!!!

“Waahh Wah wah” Jamie is pulled from her peaceful slumber by her psycho little sister and a trombone. And so begins “The Last Nickel” a charmingly unfortunate coming of age tale in which sisters Jamie and JoJo are joined by three puppets, two bottles of Yoo-Hoo and giant joint. Can a couple shots of Jack and a song on the imaginary jukebox help them come to an understanding so Jamie can go back to sleep? Join us as these sisters battle their way to an understanding of what it means to truly love someone and when its time to let go. Find us on Phoenix Mainstage August 17th at 10:30!!

Performance dates
Friday, August 17, 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 18, 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 19, 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 21, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 22, 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 26, 1:30 p.m.

[Amy P]

I'm super excited to see "Imagine That." Lots of new women playwrights in the Indy area! Very exciting!

Twilight Productions (Stripped, Nevermore, Ashes to Ashes, Flowers and Other F-Words) is bringing


Sirens: Chasin' the Sun
A cabaret about life on the road and the journey of living

Starring kRi & hettie

Directed by Amy Pettinella

Gypsies, guitars, poetry, a mean orange cat, a van named Joy. Wide-open hearts on the wide-open roads of America. Life without a map! Fresh off their U.S. tour, the Sirens (kRi & Hettie) defy description: acoustic, folk, and hip-hop, bringing life-affirming messages and big laughs. Bawdy and beatific, sometimes both at the same time, they could play at Sunday School or a smoky Honky Tonk. How do they do that?

"...free on stage, free to dance and communicate, drawing on the energy of the crowd and giving back more and more...a palpable chemistry." - Chi Sherman, NUVO

"Inspirational, uplifting and powerful...if they were a Spice Girl, they'd be Patchouli Spice. The ladies also don't take themselves too seriously and like to have a good time on stage." - Sara Havens, LEO weekly Louisville's Alternative Voice



All performances at:

IndyFringe Theater

Friday, August 17, 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 18, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 19, 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 22, 9:00pm

Saturday, August 25, 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 26, 10:30 p.m.
(The Performers and Volunteers party is right after in the same buidling, so come for the show and stay for the party! We'd love to fill the last show with performers!)

We will also be giving free mini-concerts along Mass Ave with some fun giveaways for the duration of the festival.

Looking forward to catching up with old friends and making new friends!

Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/437271216317814/


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