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The Buzz – Reviews
RIGHT PLACE, WRONG MAN: Another Grant Canyon Mystery
Ryan Gladstone—King’s Head Pub
Fell in love with the buffoonish hero Canyon many moons ago, so it would be foolish to miss this new instalment. I know it will be fast paced, have a stellar script and be full of the most warped and screamingly funny similes. It didn’t disappoint. Writer, producer and actor Ryan Gladstone shines in this one man show. There’s nothing not to love here. Take this in and be sure to also see the other gems at this venue.
Lisa Campbell
The Dungeons and Dragons Improv Show XVII: The Rise of the Lich
The DnD Improv Show—The Park Theatre
I had the pleasure of watching the exigencies of fate within the fiction kill the main villain within the first scene, and fate from outside of the fiction force the killing off of the performer of the musical accompaniment. Every year they return and give a master class in keeping a show that’s simultaneously improvised and also has its plot partially determined by random dice roll on track and coherent.
The guest improvisers are always a treat, the story is always gonzo and over the top, and every audience member is always kept on the edge of their seat trying to figure out where the plot is going to go, day after day, until the end of Fringe. With Instragram recaps of the story thus far, it’s easier than ever for the uninitiated to jump on the bandwagon and figure out what all the fuss is about. If that sounds interesting, make sure to pick up tickets in advance, because they often end up selling out.
Josh Fidelak
Private Parts: The Secrets We Keep
Gravity Theatre—RRC Polytech
For the first half, I found it hard to focus. With all the secrets, I kept internalising my own secrets and how the examples apply to me. And yes, if anyone tells you they don’t have any secrets, they already revealed a secret to you: they’re a liar! We all keep secrets of various degrees and this outing made me think mucho about many of my own.
Then the second half arrived, and things got a lot more cutting, moving and raw. My mind moved from internalising to empathising.
It’s a rough, emotional ride, but it’s also fun, sometimes light, and sometimes sombre. Thanks for the adventure.
Ray Yuen
Martin Dockery: Forbidden City!
Martin Dockery—King’s Head Pub
There’s a reason Mr. Dockery is so well known and sells out. If you’ve seen his previous works, you’ll be here anyway and if you haven’t, I’m telling you to go and become a Dockery Devotee.
Martin is slim for a reason. He dashes around the venue frenetically as he engages with his very appreciative audience. All the shows at the King Shed(TY- I’ll be stealing that) are winners. Being a BYOB, shows here are a sure bet, as the actors have history of selling out because they are That Good, and are easily assured make the venue cost.
Words are the way to my heart and Dockery is a sublime wordsmith. The script is uproariously funny and this show guarantees a a completely enjoyable night out. See some of the other winners at this venue while you are here!
Lisa Campbell
The Green Grab
All About Theatre Adults—Tom Hendry Warehouse
It was a good idea for show, a satirical remake of Wizard of Oz, with an invaded Greenland standing in for Oz, and the witch who is terrorizing everyone being Donald Trump. The scenes were a little hit and miss, and there were a couple odd choices, such as penguins in Greenland and a merengue dance break. The choreography in the big group numbers needed some more polish, and additional practice with the puppets would improve their presentation. In the end, everyone cheers the demise of the witch and a few important underlying messages get their point across.
Murray Hunter
Looking for love in all the weird places
M.P.M.M Productions—The Output @ Video Pool
This show is a delightful way to spend an hour. Joel Passante is an engaging storyteller, very likeable, and very funny. He weaves a personal tale of a lifelong search for “true love” that I’m certain most people in the world can identify with, but he does so in a manner that relentlessly draws you in and keeps you engaged for the full duration of the show. It’s not that easy to talk for an hour and maintain your attention, but Joel does so effortlessly, so much so that time flies by and leaves you wanting more. Never mind the elusive search for love: you’ll find it by loving this show!
Mike Seccombe
A Pete Seeger Tribute
Woody’s Choice—West End Cultural Centre-Ventura Hall
I loved this show last year so was thrilled to see it back.
If you’re an aging hippy, lover of folk music and enjoy singing as a group- this is the show for you!
They’ve lost a few members but these four musicians share their warmth, enthusiasm for the folk genre and talent with generously! The audience clapped and swayed and belted out these well known standards. I left so satisfied, with a content, joyous mood having taken over my Fringe-fried, exhausted body.
I’m encouraging you to give yourself the gift of this performance!
Lisa Campbell
The Knights of Durathor: A Radio Play
Sidetrack Bandits—The Park Theatre
I’ve always said that you should never remind your audience of a better play. I think I’ll be adding to that the hat trick of making jokes about LLM (AI) rewrites when the script is already not very good.
The humour here heavily relies on wacky and over the top voices, and inappropriate foley that nevertheless doesn’t end up going that far or that over the top. Pair that with a story that can only be described as “well, it was intended to be bad” there’s not a lot to grab onto.
Josh Fidelak
Could Kill But Creates
The Delicates Dealer—CCFM – Salle Pauline-Boutal
Melancholic music, calming voice, transgressing story and a cosmic atmosphere make for an eerie but ethereal journey.
Visually stunning, audibly dazzling and a joy for the senses. I would have liked to have seen more story and plot (and more dancing and music) because I just couldn’t get enough.
Note: only runs about 30 minutes.
Ray Yuen
Brilliantly Awkward
Adam Schwartz—The Output @ Video Pool
I’ve been a huge fan of Adam’s since the first time we all screamed with laughter at one of his shows. I haven’t missed one since!
Adam often produces mixed cabaret style shows that feature neurodivergent performers; but this is your chance to see him unfiltered and solo.
Lisa Campbell
