Raiana Shakespeare
A Scottish Drag Queen.
This show was such a clever take on improv. Jacob Banigan, Mark Meer, and Ron Pederson took on God Is a Scottish Drag Queen and somehow made it feel like I was watching the actual show rather than an improvised version of it.
The story felt surprisingly well thought out, with strong storytelling, great pacing, and a clear sense of where everything was going. Their accents were also really convincing, and the consistency throughout the performance made it easy to stay immersed in the story. I especially enjoyed the character development and the fact that the story actually had a moral woven into it. Even though everything was being created on the spot, it felt cohesive, intentional, and genuinely entertaining. The cast did an amazing job of committing to the world they created and making the whole thing feel like a real production.
This show is definitely a must-see! If you are really craving a good movie-like storyline, and hilarious characters and jokes, this is the show for you!
"Come into my cave."
What makes The 11 O’Clock Number so unique is the way the improvised musical works. At the beginning of the show, the audience provides a title, a location, and a song name. For this performance, we got “The Best Man Cave Ever,” with the song “Come Into My Cave.” Then it's all improvised. The cast creates the entire musical on the fly, building the story, characters, songs, and scenes as they go.
I absolutely loved this show. The vocals were amazing, and there were some seriously impressive dance numbers throughout. Even though the characters were created on the spot, they had great development and felt surprisingly well thought out. The plot was also fantastic. It wasn’t overly simple or predictable, and I loved watching it twist and develop as the show went on. The lighting was perfect and matched each scene beautifully, while the live piano kept up with everything happening onstage. The cast was also incredible at building off each other’s ideas and committing to whatever direction the story took.
If you want something hilariously entertaining, with incredible improvised musical numbers, dancing, and a plot that keeps you guessing, The 11 O’Clock Number is definitely a show to see!
A Show the Whole Family Can Enjoy!
Kidding Around was such a fun and wholesome show! It honestly felt like I had stepped into one of the children’s shows I used to watch on PBS. The whole production had such a calming, comforting atmosphere, and the live piano was especially soothing. The lighting was also top-tier and matched each scene perfectly, making everything feel even more immersive.
The cast did an amazing job getting the kids involved and encouraging them to use their imaginations to create hilarious, silly improv scenarios right on the spot. And parents, don’t fret! There were plenty of jokes sprinkled throughout that were clearly catered toward the adults, and I heard lots of parents laughing along too.
I would definitely recommend Kidding Around if you’re looking for a high-quality, fun, and entertaining show that both kids and adults can enjoy!
“Not who I was, but who I wasn’t.”
This stand-up show was such an enjoyable experience, and I’d definitely recommend coming to see it! So many of his jokes landed, and I found myself laughing out loud throughout the performance. His humour felt natural and genuinely funny, making the whole show really entertaining.
I also loved how conversational the performance was. It almost felt like I was having a back-and-forth conversation with him, which made the comedy feel really personal.
I also found his story genuinely inspiring. If you’re looking for a show that will make you laugh while also leaving you with something meaningful to think about, I’d definitely recommend checking it out!
When I first walked into Weird Al Karaoke: The Greatest of the Bestest Hits, I had no idea what to expect.
The title and description sounded fun, but I still couldn’t picture what the show would be. That changed almost immediately. The hosts and performers were hilarious, creative, and incredibly engaging. They turned familiar songs into hilarious Weird Al-style parodies, and the audience was completely involved. The crowd control was one of my favourite parts. Everyone was cheering, singing along, and having an amazing time. I have never been to a concert before, but this gave me an idea of what that might feel like. By the end, I was genuinely sad when they announced there were only a few numbers left. I would absolutely see this show again!
They encouraged cheering and hollering, but I just couldn’t.
I was way too focused on watching the show! The dancing, storytelling, song choices, and lighting all worked together so beautifully that I completely forgot I was even sitting in a building watching a performance. I was just completely lost in the world they created.
The dance technique was amazing, and every number had its own special moment while still coming together so cohesively. The dancers told such beautiful stories through their movements and facial expressions that I couldn’t look away.
Of course, at the end of every number, I made sure to clap and cheer. Hopefully that made up for all the silent awe in between!
If you love dance that tells stories, sparks your imagination, and completely pulls you into its world, I would 100% recommend seeing this performance.