Tragedy or Triumph: An Improvised Shakespearean Epic
The award winning Spontaneous Shakespeare Company return to Edmonton. Come see a once-in-a-lifetime Shakespearian epic, based off of your story! Will it be a heart rending tragedy or an epic romance? Not even the cast knows! "...a delightful celebration of what improv — and Shakespeare — can be." ***** - Star Phoenix
Hilarious Tragedy
Chuckles at every corner and impeccable improvisation - Tragedy or Triumph: An Improvised Shakespearean Epic by the Spontaneous Shakespeare Company is a must-see for any theatre-goer. From the beginning, the audience was instantly engaged, offering suggestions that shaped the show. With the audience's choice between tragedy or triumph, “The Tragedy of Musical Braces” came to life. Seamlessness is a key aspect of improvisation and the cast nailed it! They were able to incorporate the rhythmic language of Shakespeare, while crafting a dramatic story filled with laughter. This cast embodies "creativity at its finest”, so don’t miss them at the Edmonton Fringe from August 15-23!
We saw the show today! The improv was charming, creative, spontaneous, energetic, and clever. They did an amazing job tying all of the audience suggestions into a compelling and hilarious narrative! Two thumbs up! Tidbits for all!