Sean Neely

First of all, do not omit bad reviews. Most of us in the theater work on our projects for many, many months (sometimes years) at a time. And after opening night, the tendency might be to just send out and highlight the most warm regard in an effort to show the world that you are not alone in the endorsement of your work. There are others who have now understood and enjoyed that which you are putting out into the world. But this is false. to only include the positive reviews might mislead your potential audience that you are fireproof and a backlash is sure to come. No need to censure. Here are the ways of the wild.

To start off with, highlight, bold and expand any and all gracious wording. This will draw the eye of the viewer to the information in the review that, in spite of the scathing critique, still complements the piece.

In arranging all reviews make sure to put the negative reviews first. This way the viewer will assume, with the appropriate language highlighted in some way, that the negative reviews are actually positive reviews. I mean why in the world would the creator, author, director, lead actor of the play put the negative reviews first on his blog right?

Assume that your reviewer is a fucking moron who only enjoys an obvious, fun filled night of theater and there was no way you could of changed their mind. The goal of all this is to turn your initial cattiness into an amicable courtship where both you and the critic have had your "day in court" so to speak.

Post their comments on your poster to solidify the middle finger of a blogger revenge.

"Not for me." by: Micheal Lewis

I was told that this was the sleeper hit of the Fringe - a must see show that no one was seeing that was thought provoking. The only thoughts it provoked in me was "Would it be rude to walk out of here?" and "How much longer is this show?" It was a little to slow for me. I admire what they were trying to do, but it came off as clunky. I agree that the pacing was way to slow and the story was well thought out, but it just didn't work for me.

"Almost Made It" by: Eric James

A perfect example of the original intent of Fringe, to unexpected and unsettling theater. But even in the strain of avante-garde this needs more refinement. The main performer lacks energy of body language, and on a stage where you can barely see the actors facial expressions, it drained the show to a halting pace. Even the climatic moments could use an infusion of better movements and staging. The only saver from sleep was excellent writing and a provocative story. The concept overall is executed well and certainly has room to grow. The slow transitions are fine, they simply need pace. Better actor's would have brought this to the level it needed to be. In Minnesota "different" is no excuse for laziness.

"They had fun at least." by: Philip Mykland

It was an hour long, what can I say...

"Minnesota Fringe Festival. (20) shows I'm missing, but you don't have to..."
By Kate Hoff

http://www.tcdailyplanet.net/blog/kate-hoff/minnesota-fringe-festival-shows-im-missing-you-dont-have

"GO. SEE. THIS. SHOW!!!"
by Kari Olson

Disturbing subject matter done brilliantly. One more show left - come fill the seats! This show is not getting the attention and audiences it deserves!

"5 Star Review from http://fringefamous.com/"

"I can’t really describe to you what this show is about other than it’s possibly the most unique fringe experience I’ve ever had. It’s honest and dark and wonderfully weird. While it’s not for everyone, it’s definitely worth seeing and discussing post-show. Whatever your expectations are, forget about them and just come and see this show. There were only about 16 people in the audience the night I was there and 8 of them got in for free so please come support there guys. They deserve to make their money back."
-Ryan-

"Strangely Funny!"
by Renee Howard

Not your normal theater, or is it? Humorous, clever, and intriguing. Odd at times, but that is why I loved it. Actors had a sense of innocence about them, or were they just pulling my leg. Can't tell you what it is about, that would spoil the fun. Just go and see it! It's different, but worth it.

"BRILLIANT!"
by Dean Hatton

First of all, this is an authentic audience review.
I've never met the actors nor am I related to them.
This show is absolutely brilliant.
They threw away all the rules of theater and performance (if there is any) and still presented something captivating and engaging.
There's a lot of must see shows in the Fringe.
You can add this one to your list.

"Strange, Dark, and Funny."
by: Sheila Nelson

This is avante-garde experimental theater at its finest. Not your average show. If you can enjoy a wry, and dark sense of humor, then you will LOVE this show! You wonder if its all scripted or improv. You wonder if it is disturbing or hilarious. You will wonder what they are going to do next. Not everyone will get it- because you have to pay attention, and put the pieces together- listen and read the program! Its brilliant because it is different from the typical cheesy, overacted theater that you usually see. Its original and amazingly weird!

"Strange, uncomfortable and brilliant"
by Jean Wolff

This show is hard to define, but definitely worth seeing. Don't go in with any expectations. Just let it roll over you. These guys know how to stay in the moment, keeping things, even the most bizarre things, fresh and immediate. If you appreciate honesty in your acting, you'll like this show.

"Um...... "
by linda marinetti

Awkward, uncomfortable, bizarre & in some ways utterly brilliant. Cut 15 minutes from it and make a few small staging changes and you could have something memorising.

"please read the program"
by Pete Thomas

I like the circus, clowns, cinnamon toast crunch, and local organic lettuce. If you do too, then see this show.