Review: Cultures, love and humour collide in ‘First Metis Man of Odesa’
A love story is always fascinating to watch, but a true love story that lands in the middle of a pandemic and a war seems wild to consider. Matthew MacKenzie and Mariya Khomutova capture the playfulness of new love and infuse humour into tragic events.
Review: ‘Bright Half Life’ starts Persephone season on a tremendous high note
The opening show of Persephone Theatre’s 2023/2024 season is a perfect example of how live theatre can simultaneously be hilarious and heartbreaking.
2023 Saskatoon Fringe Reviews Part 3: Children’s shows and one-person wonders
The final round of 2023 Fringe reviews! Who got five stars? Whose performances brought us to tears and laughter? Check it out here!
Review: ‘As You Like It’ the perfect comedic gateway for new Shakespeare fans
If there was ever a Shakespeare show to convince doubters that modern Shakespeare shows can be fun and exciting for the whole family, SOTS’ version of “As You Like It” is it.
Review: “The Dark Lady” a powerful exploration of love, loss and legacy
Clever writing, clever directing, clever performances — there’s not much more to ask for in a great show, and “The Dark Lady” has it all and more.
Review: Wild, unpredictable “Romeo and Juliet” a zany treat
The ensemble gelled wonderfully in each interaction, large or small, and put a fine polish on the swirling kaleidoscope of a production.
Review: ‘The Birds and the Bees’ is the funniest show you’ll see on stage in 2023
Embrace the sex and the silliness and go see this show — ‘The Birds and the Bees’ is an uproariously funny play, and the whole team knocks it out of the park.
Review: Light-hearted and cute, ‘The Fiancée’ is a funny (but imperfect) holiday show
The Fiancee is a perfect popcorn show. It’s light, it’s fluffy, it’s most definitely enjoyable. But there’s not much to it — and by the time you’re done, you can’t help but wish there was a little more there.
Review: Heartfelt and humourous ‘Stones in his Pockets’ a great start to the season
Skye Brandon and Nathan Howe use a masterful physicality to play various characters in this hilarious two-man comedy.
Saskatoon Fringe Reviews, Day 4: Love, horror, and trombones wrap up review weekend
Whether you’re into horror or comedy or dramatic one-person performances, there’s a little bit of everything on this year’s stages!