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IndyFringe is a place, an event, an environment, an attitude, a movement, an incubator for new talent and a magnet for imaginative, thoughtful, hopeful and transformational people.

IndyFringe

from an idea to an institution in 10 years.

IndyFringe has a deep commitment to our community to strengthen and build quality of life.

IndyFringe has enjoyed remarkable growth and each and every year audience numbers grow; in 2013 we reached over 36,000.

The 100 seat IndyFringe Basile Theatre is booked every weekend and most nights throughout the year. We cannot meet the demand of our remarkable growth.

Ways you can donate Call Pauline Moffat, executive director, (317) 522-8099 To donate securely online: www.indyfringe.org.

BY PHONE by calling (317) 869-6660 IN PERSON at every venue and at IndyFringe, 719E St Clair Street, 46202.

BY MAIL IndyFringe, PO Box 44121, Indianapolis, 46244 See the list of donors at www.indyfringe.org.

Add your name today with your gift.

Thank you.

Join our generous benefactors who have contributed to the restoration, purchase and the on-going capital campaign – Frank and Katrina Basile, The Indianapolis Foundation, Central Indiana Community Foundation, the City of Indianapolis, Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation, Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, the Herbert Simon Family Foundation, Bader Foundation, Ms. Deborah Simon, Sherlock Family Foundation, Cunningham Group of Companies and the Massachusetts Avenue Community Development Corporation.

To meet the demand for more space, IndyFringe has embarked on Phase II of its capital improvements to create the IndyFringe “Trailhead”.

The Trailhead is part community space, part theater and part support facility for the Cultural Trail.

The theater will take the form of a simple “black box” on the exterior and a versatile multi-purpose space within. A movable wall will allow this fabulous community space to open to IndyFringe’s green space - an enticing asset along Indy’s Cultural Trail.

The Trailhead addition will include a lobby, ticket office, elevator, restrooms, artist green room and

backstage access to both the existing theater and new community/theater space.

As we celebrate our l0th Anniversary of providing a hub for performances and rehearsals for independent artists, we would ask you to help us complete the capital campaign.

The vision to improve the Basile Theatre and construct new, adjoining public spaces will have a profound effect on the beautiful and historically rich nearby neighborhoods, the businesses of Mass Ave and our community of artists and audiences.

Every gift, regardless of size, makes a difference.

Message from Mayor Ballard : Greetings!

On behalf of the City of Indianapolis, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 10th Annual Indianapolis Theatre Fringe Festival (IndyFringe Festival). For 11 days every August, Indianapolis’ own Massachusetts Avenue is infused with theatre, art, and creativity as more than 25,000 fans from Chicago to Louisville come to watch performers experiment with new artistic expressions.

IndyFringe is an important contributor to our vibrant arts and cultural scene and is a boost to local businesses as attendees explore the area and enjoy some of the City’s finest stores and restaurants.

Our community welcomes the local performers as well as artists from around the world who contribute to the City’s creativity.

I extend my sincerest thanks to the performers, staff, volunteers, and community partners who ensure IndyFringe’s success. Best wishes for another successful event.

Best regards,

Gregory A. Ballard Mayor City of Indianapolis

Message from CEO of CICF Brian Payne : The IndyFringe Festival is about theater, yes. It is about art and entertainment and showcasing the wonderful emerging and established artists who perform on each of the eight stages. But the Central Indiana Community Foundation also believes that IndyFringe is about community.

Year after year we are delighted to see diverse audiences unite in their enthusiasm for the festival. We see them watch, enjoy, discuss and debate the huge range of Fringe creations and explore Mass Ave. As one of the five Cultural Districts connected by the Indianapolis Cultural

Trail, it is truly wonderful to see the area explode in a whirlwind of activity as IndyFringe unites with local businesses to support our community as well as the performers directly involved with the festival.

Each year IndyFringe delivers on all the dreams we had for it when we first supported the idea of a Fringe Festival in 2005. Do yourself the favor of seeing as many performances as possible.

Brian Payne President and CEO Central Indiana Community Foundation

Message from BMO Harris Bank: It gives us great pleasure to be the lead sponsor as IndyFringe celebrates its l0th Anniversary and we thank the countless volunteers for all their dedicated, tireless work towards making this Festival such a tremendous success over the years.

From humble beginnings ten years ago IndyFringe has grown from an idea to a world class festival, but it has not lost touch with its origins.

Audiences love everything about IndyFringe - the theaters, the performers, the diversity, the energy and the

support given through the festival to the Indianapolis theater community.

We believe BMO and IndyFringe are a perfect fit. BMO also lives and breathes the values and vision of Diversity plus Inclusion equals Innovation.

IndyFringe is a true incubator for the arts and we congratulate them on 10 years in our community!

Tim Massey Indiana Regional President, BMO Harris Bank

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IndyFringe is a rollicking celebration of theatre old and new, edgy and not-so edgy that happens over 11 days, August 14-24, in the Mass Ave Cultural District. It features eight stages presenting comedy, cabaret, dance, drama, magic, music and multi-media performances. The festival exploded in Indianapolis ten years ago and has grown into an annual cultural attraction that continues to draw in record audiences.

Don’t miss out!

Buy tickets for an eclectic group of shows, or just come hang out in the Beer Tent. IndyFringe brings the subculture to the surface.

What makes IndyFringe unique?

It is extremely rare for performers at any venue to have full artistic freedom and even more rare to receive a percentage of the box office. Over the past nine years IndyFringe performers have earned $850,000 from box office. These two things are what set IndyFringe apart from other organizations and make it truly unique.

How to Fringe:

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1. Pick Some Plays

What can I do at the Fringe?

THEATRE PERFORMANCES See a show! Read descriptions, synopses and reviews to find something that interests you, or try your luck and see something outside your comfort zone.

2. Buy a Ticket

INDOOR SHOWS IndyFringe theatres are located both on and off Massachusetts Avenue in air-conditioned theaters. Refer to the map on pg 20.

OUTDOOR SHOWS Outdoor performances take place at the Outdoor Tent, on the corner of Mass Ave and St Clair Street. See page 22 for more information. Admission is FREE but please be generous with a donation as you enter.

STREET PERFORMANCES AND BUSKERS A variety of performances are taking place around Mass Ave — remember to tip the Buskers! These folks can be anything from Musicians, Poets and Storytellers, to Magicians, Fire Jugglers and Hoopers. They come from all walks of life and bring fun, and entertainment with them. They want to share their art-form with the world on the oldest stage in the world.

The oldest stage in the world is outside! In the streets, on the sidewalks, and in the parks — this is where theatre began a long time ago, and these Buskers are living out a tradition that has been passed down through the ages.

• Tickets are available at the door half an hour before the show starts.

• Shows start on time. Remember we will not admit latecomers to any Fringe performance under any circumstance!

3. Find Your Fringe Theater

• Check out the venue map on page 20. Once you get to Mass Ave, drop off the car. All sites are within walking distance of one another.

4. Make Fringeships

• There’s half an hour between each performance. Take advantage of it! Talk to people about shows, connect with performers on social media, and post about your adventure at #Fringe14

5. Share the Love

• If you have fun, use #Fringe14 to tell your friends about us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you have lots of fun, consider supporting IndyFringe by donating at any Fringe Festival location or at indyfringe. org/donate-fringe

• Part of the Fringe experience is to see something new.

Word of mouth is a great way to select a Fringe show – so don’t be shy! Ask someone.

• Read the warnings and descriptions and then see something outside your comfort zone – be bold – be courageous - see something outrageous.

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BEER TENT Located at the historic fire station at 748 Massachusetts Avenue. Persons aged under 21 are allowed access to the tent. Only those aged 21 and over, wearing a wrist band, will be served beer or wine. For more information and hours of operations, go to indyfringe.org.

Katz and Korin Attorneys at Law celebrate the 10th Anniversary with a limited edition Fringe button free while supplies last.

• This program has all you need to know about the plays and other festival events. If it’s not enough, check us out on Facebook, Twitter, or www.indyfringe.org for more information.

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Get tickets. Get connected! #Fringe14 Tickets

$15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors/Students and $5 for children under 12.

Festival Opening Night

Two-for-One Advanced ADULT Tickets. Available only on-line at www.indyfringe.org.

(Tickets must both be used for the same performance.)

Fiver Passes - $60

Fiver Passes give you 5 tickets for the price of 4! Available at any festival box office. Fiver passes can be redeemed for tickets at each venue box office. Fiver passes can be used for advance ticket sales only by visiting the IndyFringe Festival office at 735 Mass Ave beginning August 4.

Connect with Fringe!

Phone:

(317) 869-6660 or (317) 869-6611

Online:

IndyFringe.org

Advance Tickets Online

Purchase tickets up to 2 hours before each performance. Find tickets at IndyFringe.org/Fringe14. Service fees apply.

By Phone

Purchase in advance by phone for will call pickup at (317) 869-6660 or (317) 869 6611 with credit card. (American Express not accepted, $1 service fee charged at time of payment)

Twitter

@IndyFringe #Fringe14

Box Office

Venue box offices are CASH ONLY. On site sales for each performance will begin 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.

IndyFringe Theatre and mass ave office

Buy tickets in advance with cash or major credit card at the IndyFringe Basile Theatre, 719 E. St. Clair Street, beginning July 7 to August 4th Tickets will also be available at the festival headquarters, Cropichon et Bidivule Restaurant, 735 Massachusetts Avenue from August 4 – August 24. (American Express not accepted, $1 service fee charged at time of payment for credit card sales).

Facebook

facebook.com/IndyFringe #Fringe14

Blog

IndyFringeTalk.org

Parking

3 Hour meter parking on Mass Ave. For more information on meters visit www.parkindy.net.

You can also feed the meter by phone by downloading the PARKER App – available for both Apple and Android. Sundays are FREE

ATM machines

Short of cash – drop into Forty Five Degrees, Mass Ave Pub or the Firefighter’s Credit Union opposite the Murat.

Instagram @IndyFringe #Fringe14

Family Friendly Fringe!

Family friendly shows are highlighted on page 29. These shows are appropriate for kids of all ages!

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EXPOSURE: Terry Clark performs a Living History act as the famous scout, actor and showman, with true stories from the man’s life that Hollywood never told and fascinating songs from the pioneering era.

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Thursday, Aug 14 9:00 pm Saturday, Aug 16 7:30 pm Sunday, Aug 17 1:30 pm Monday, Aug 18 9:00 pm Friday, Aug 22 10:30 pm

Dancing with Vulnerability

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An evening of stories of being, set to a dance and song of vulnerability.

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An award-winning play, The Actual Dance, is one of the most beautiful love stories ever told. A graceful and inspiring journey through the uncharted waters of illness, where the resilience and power of the human heart ultimately persevered.

The 800 Block Theater 873 Massachusetts Ave.

Saturday, Aug 23 7:30 pm

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Things every Fringer needs to know: GRAB A FREE INDYFRINGE 10th ANNIVERSARY BUTTON No longer required for admission.

WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK!

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Fringe staff and volunteers are happy to answer your questions. Visit our information booth at the corner of Mass Ave and St Clair Street or check out the Website www.indyfringe.org

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735 Mass Ave.

All shows begin on time and once a performance has started, latecomers will not be admitted. General admission seating for all performances. Box Office opens 30 minutes before show.Doors open 10 minutes before show.

August 4-24, 2014

During the performance, if you leave for any reason, you will not be allowed back in.

Sorry, no exceptions.

EVERYONE NEEDS A TICKET.

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Festival Phone General Enquiries: 317 869.6660

To enter Fringe venues everyone needs a ticket including children.

Tickets: 317 869.6611

All tickets sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges except if the festival cancels or changes the schedule of a performance.

Website:

IndyFringe.org

TURN OFF CELL PHONE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES.

Prior to each performance please ensure all cell phones are turned off. Cameras and other recording equipment are not permitted.

NO ANIMALS.

Animals are not permitted in theatres unless they are service animals.

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SHOW YOUR APPRECIATON.

Outdoor street performers work hard to entertain you and depend on your support as they do not receive ticket revenue. Please be generous and tip.

RESPECT OUR NEIGHBORS!

The Fringe Festival is thankful to the surrounding community – business and area residents – for supporting the festival. Please help us to be good neighbors by being respectful on and around Mass Ave. Keep noise down to reasonable levels late at night, and please don’t litter or leave your cigarette butts or beer bottles around.

PARKING — RIDE — BIKE — WALK

• 3 Hour Meter Parking on Mass Ave. — For more information on meters visit www.parkindy. net. You can also feed the meter by phone by downloading the PARKER App – available for both Apple and Android. Sundays are FREE

• Take IndyGo Bus — IndyGo Route 5, Route 11, Route 17 and Route 21 serve the IndyFringe Basile Theatre with convenient stops along Mass Ave.

• Ride Your Bike — Don’t have a bike? Take advantage of the Indiana Pacer’s Bikeshare.

There are 250 gold bikes in downtown Indy for you to use at your convenience. For more information about pricing and locations visit https://www.pacersbikeshare.org/home/

• Walk — The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an 8 mile bike and pedestrian path that connects Indy’s cultural districts and neighborhoods. For information visit http://indyculturaltrail.org/

Be sure to be thoughtful when parking!

Pay attention to the signs and parking restrictions in the area. If you park in an area you shouldn’t, you will get ticketed or towed.

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3. BALL & BISCUIT

331 Mass Ave 370.2665 ballandbiscuit.com Su–Sa 4p–??

Neighborhood bar and lounge.

4. Best Chocolate In Town

880 Mass Ave 636.2800 bestchocolateintown.com M–Sa 11a–7p; closed Su (Open Su in December) Hand-made chocolates, specializing in truffles, caramels, and locally made ice cream and gelato.

5. Bru Burger Bar

410 Mass Ave bruonmass.com M–Sa 11a–11p; Su 11a–9p Gourmet burgers, salads, sandwiches along with beer, wine, cocktails and mixed drinks.

6. Chatterbox Jazz Club

435 Mass Ave 636.0584 chatterboxjazz.com Su–Th 4p–1a; F–Sa 4p–2a Neighborhood dive; live jazz 7 nights; monthly tastings; carry-out wines.

8. Crimson Taite

845 Mass Ave, Suite A 426.3300 crimsontate.com M 10a–5p; T–F 11a–7p; Sa 11a–6p; Su noon–4p Contemporary modern fabrics, quilts, notions, patterns and sewing classes

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719 E St Clair St 522.8099 indyfringe.org Theatre—unexpected all the time!

Open year round.

10. Liberty Street

653 Mass Ave 686.6382 libertyonmass.com New American Cuisine paired with Classic and Contemporary Cocktails, Craft Beers and Wine. Live music.

11. MACNIVEN’S

339 Mass Ave 632.7268 macnivens.com M–Th 11a–midnight; F 11a–1a; Sa noon–1a; Su noon–11p Scottish-American Restaurant & Bar, 28 Craft and International Beer Taps, Excellent Single Malt Scotch Selection

12. MASS AVE PUB

745 Mass Ave 974.0745 745tracy@sbcglobal.net Daily 11a–3a A friendly full service neighborhood pub pleasing downtown residents and visitors for 10 years.

13. Mass Ave Wine Shop & Cafe

878 Mass Ave 972.7966 massavewine.com M–Sa noon–9p Wall of Wine features over 100 bottles under $15.

Craft beer, spirits, gourmet sandwiches, soups, cheese and meats.

14. Mesh on MASS

725 Mass Ave 955.9600 meshonmass.com M–Th 11a–midnight; F–Sa 11a–1a; Su 10 a–11p Contemporary elegance, excellent service, innovative food Ideal setting for meetings or a night on the town.

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877 Mass Ave, patternindy.com Pattern exists to grow the fashion & apparel industry in Central Indiana.

16. Phoenix Theatre

749 N Park Ave 635.7529 phoenixtheatre.org Indiana’s only professional theatre producing exclusively contemporary plays.

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425 Mass Ave 822.1200 artsapoppin@earthlink.net M–Th 11a–7p; F–Sa 11a–8p; Su noon–5p Arts, gifts and accessories by local, regional and national artists.

721 Mass Ave 951.8499 indycomedysportz.com Th–F 7:30p; Sa 7:30p & 10p Other shows as scheduled.

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434 Mass Ave 955.9925 silverinthecity.com M–Th 9a–8p; F–Sa 9a–9p; Su 10a–6p Jewelry, gifts and home decor. Voted Indy’s Best 2006–2012.

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620 N East St 610.0234 union-50.com An innovative, chef driven restaurant and bar. Our menu features creative dishes and handcrafted cocktails.

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10th Anniversary Our festival is a success because of you! From the performers, the board and staff, we applaud our audiences for embracing the fringe movement in Indianapolis. We thank our donors and funders whose generous contributions allow us to continue to produce shows year-round at the IndyFringe Basile Theatre.

We are excited to present the tenth annual festival which highlights our amazing local talent and talent from across the country and around the world!

My special thanks to Lee Dykstra, my husband and an amazing volunteer. Together we have spent the last 10 years as a team at IndyFringe. His invaluable help in restoring and maintaining the IndyFringe Building and working with Blackline Architects on The Trailhead addition will ensure IndyFringe’s home on Mass Ave is a valuable asset to our community for years to come.

Buy some tickets, attend shows and have a fabulous time. And if you have a spare dollar, donate to IndyFringe.

— Pauline Moffat, Executive Director

Celebrate with the Official Champagne of Indy Fringe America’s favorite California champagne, KORBEL Brut is lighttasting and refined, with a balanced, medium-dry finish. Enjoy lively aromas of citrus and cinnamon roll leading to crisp flavors of orange, lime, vanilla and a hint of strawberry. The varietal composition of Brut is Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, French Colombard and Pinot Noir with a dosage level of 1.0%.

A Brief History Of Fringe Festivals In 1947, eight theatre groups turned up – uninvited – to perform at the newly established and curated Edinburgh International Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Although not listed in the official program, the groups performed anyway at

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venues they found themselves.

The following year a journalist coined the term “fringe festival” to describe these non-juried shows that were turning up annually. The Edinburgh Fringe is now the largest arts festival in the world with 2,871 shows.

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Today, there are more than 200 fringe festivals worldwide, with 25 in the United States and 21 in Canada.

Mrs. President: A Visit With Mary Todd Lincoln an original play written & performed by MaryAnne Mathews

at the Frank & Katrina Basile Theatre at the Phoenix Theatre, 749 N Park Ave.

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ShadowApe, the company that brought Indianapolis GOREY STORIES, WELCOME TO THE MONKEY HOUSE and NOT A PEEP, is back with their latest original creation, a play written

by Bennett Ayres. JEN/CON is a seriocomic look at what happens when fantasy gaming "gets real".

Mrs. Lincoln was always the subject of gossip. See what people are saying about her now!

Saturday- August 16th at 4:30 pm Sunday- August 17th at 3:00 pm Wednesday- August 20th at 9:00 pm Thursday- August 21st at 6:00 pm Friday- August 22nd at 7:30 pm Sunday- August 24th at 7:30 pm

“Powerful, funny and passionate all at the same time.”

-- Jeremy King, president of the Lincoln Boyhood Drama Association

“...a delight for all ages...I walked away with a more sympathetic view of Mary Todd Lincoln’s personality and life.” -- Rhonda L. Mort, Willard Library, Evansville

Friday, Aug 15 6:00 pm

Saturday, Aug 16 1:30 pm Sunday, Aug 17 7:30 pm Wednesday, Aug 20 7:30 pm

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Saturday, Aug 23 4:30 pm Sunday, Aug 24 6:00 pm

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Enter the BroZone @ Phoenix Main stage The gang is getting their old college band back together — which happens to be a boyband.

Come see BroZone as they start their journey to becoming Indianapolis’s premiere boyband. Defiance Comedy brings you a truly unique musical comedy. With all original music and choreography, you’ll be humming their tunes for years to come.

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Fri, Aug. 15 at 9:00pm • Sat, Aug. 16 at 3:00pm Sun, Aug. 17 at 6:00pm • Tues, Aug. 19 at 6pm Thurs, Aug. 21 at 7:30pm • Sat, Aug. 23 at 10:30pm Tickets are $15. Purchase online or @ the door

749 N. Park Ave, Indianapolis 317.635.7529 • PhoenixTheatre.org

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IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

The Real McCoy Show Comedy That Works – Vermont WRITTEN BY: Brent McCoy • GENRE: Comedy, Variety /ComedyThatWorks WARNING: None WEB: www.brentmccoy.com

Brent McCoy is back! His solo show “Blunder Construction” was the top-seller at the 2009 IndyFringe, and he’s since performed over 1000 times all over the planet. If you want to laugh for an hour, don’t miss this charming, original, and very funny stunt comedy show.

Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

Indianapolis Men’s Chorus – Indianapolis GENRE: Musical Theatre, Cabaret, Music /indianapolismenschorus WARNING: None @indymenschorus WEB: indychoruses.org

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Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

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Jacked!

Bob Sander – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Bob Sander GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling WARNING: Ages 12 and up, Adult Language

“Jacked” is a meta-level radio-drama that unfolds during the famous game show: “What Were you Thinking?” and answers the often asked question: “What happens when you cross-breed a fractured folktale with The Fire Sign Theater.”

Friday, Aug. 15, 6:00pm

Cabargay III: The Cabargayest!

We are back again! The Indianapolis Men’s Chorus presents Cabargay III: the Cabargayest!, a treasure trove of musical theater charm. Explored emotional range may include, but is not limited to: amusement, heartbreak, mirth, lamentation, delight, despondency, enchantment, regret. (i.e. you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, it’s better than Cats).

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Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm

Fruit Flies Like a Banana The Fourth Wall – Indianapolis GENRE: Music, Performance Art, Variety /TheFourthWallEnsemble WARNING: None @4thwallensemble WEB: thefourthwallensemble.com

Lauded by the Examiner for their “…Keystone Cops energy, Three Stooge silliness, and virtuoso musicianship,” The Fourth Wall is back with an irreverent tribute to “the best music school in the world” – Juilliard. 3 Performers. 21 Pieces. 60 Minutes. Time flies like an arrow… Fruit Flies Like a Banana!

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Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

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COOK THEATRE AT INDIANA LANDMARKS CENTER, 1201 N. Central Ave.

• • • 317.639.4534

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Stake Out Dream Builders – Indianapolis, IN GENRE: Comedy, Drama WARNING: Ages 12 and up /Alldreambuilders WEB: grandmothersinc.com @investinadream

Amateur sleuth, Hattie Collier and her annoying mother-in-law, Miss Fanny, uncover a scandalous affair that will establish Hattie as a bona fide detective — unless it blows up in her face. Directed by Deborah Asante, the characters from the hilarious Off Broadway play, Grandmothers, Incorporated, spring to life.

Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

Alice vs. Wonderland NoExit Performance – Indianapolis, IN GENRE: Comedy, Multimedia, Performance Art /noexitperformance WARNING: None @noexitper4mance WEB: noexitperformance.org

The minds behind last year’s hit, The Beast, the Lady, and the Sanguine Man, offer levels of epicness in Alice vs. Wonderland, a staged video game where YOU are in control. Wonderland has stolen Alice’s spirit, and you must brave living virtuality to save Alice from her cyber nightmare.

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Thursday, Aug 14-9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16-9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17-1:30pm Monday, Aug 18-9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm

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The Importance of Being Electra Carmel High School – Carmel, IN GENRE: Comedy WARNING: None /chstf WEB: carmeltheatre.org @CHSThtrFilm

Mistaken identity and confusion runs rampant when a troupe of teenagers from community theatre try to perform Romeo and Juliet. A modern adaptation of the comic classic, The Importance of Being Earnest, this one-act play asks the burning question: What is in a name after all?

Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm

The Secret Circus The Secret Circus – Vermont WRITTEN BY: Maya McCoy • GENRE: Comedy, Variety /SecretCircusShow WARNING: Ages 12 and up WEB: secretcircusshow.com

Honeymoon and Butterfly are British agents with a mission. They bring an arsenal of comedy-stunts and deathdefying humor. Clad in their sexy action suits, riding a 7-foot stealth cycle, and wielding the world’s only bow and plunger arrow, these two can’t be stopped. International espionage just got a lot funnier.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

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COMEDY SPORTZ 721 E. Massachusetts Ave.

• • • 317.951.8499

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

A Shame of Thrones, Unscripted ComedySportz Indianapolis – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Improv /indycsz WARNING: Adult Content/Language @indycsz WEB: indycomedysportz.com

This adult-oriented and fully improvised spoof will follow members of several feuding houses as they battle for fame & fortune, not to mention love & lust. Will there be wolves? Will there be dragons? It may all depend on the audience. Every performance will be different!

Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00 Friday, Aug 22, 9:00 Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

Maximum Verbosity – Minnesota WRITTEN BY: phillip andrew bennett low GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling • WARNING: Adult Content/Language WEB: maximumverbosityonline.org

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Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

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Stewart Huff – Georgia WRITTEN BY: Stewart Huff GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling WARNING: Adult Content/Language

Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm

Indefinite Articles: A Libertarian Rage

It’s a midterm election year — just the time for a collection of classic jokes, stories, and rants by libertarian activist and internationally touring storyteller phillip andrew bennett low!

Pull up a chair, down some whiskey, laugh, get angry, and tip your servers.

He’ll be here five nights.

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What happens when you use facts to answer difficult questions instead of gut feeling or what you’ve been taught? Not only do you upset rednecks, clergy, and the status quo but you might just change the way we think. And become unemployable.

Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

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Peter-john Byrnes – Illinois WRITTEN BY: Peter-john Byrnes • GENRE: Comedy /petebyrnes WARNING: Adult Language /peterjohnbyrnes WEB: peterbyrnes.com

Stand-up comedian Peter-john Byrnes has been described as having “the voice of an NPR announcer and the mind of an apocalyptic street preacher.”

Join him for a fun-filled tour through his vision of America, highlighting historical atrocities, the inevitability of human decline, the end of civilization, and other light-hearted fare.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm

COMEDY SPORTZ 721 E. Massachusetts Ave.

• • • 317.951.8499

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Simply…Complicated!

Indpls Metropolitan Theatre Company – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling, Improv pages/Susan-Bennett/169362649788451 WARNING: None @susanbennett59 WEB: solosusan.com

Susan Bennett returns with a hilarious new series of vignettes about life’s simple complications. Placentas in the freezer, Satan’s Blade, the alligator pit, death by triathlon, and more – all told with Susan’s signature blend of wit, humor and charm.

Audience participation creates a unique show at every performance. Come laugh at the chaos.

Eryn Bowser – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Eryn Bowser GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling WARNING: Ages 12 and up

When you grow up being told that you are beautiful on the inside it’s easy to forget that you are also beautiful on the outside. Join a chubby Every-Girl as she matures into a full-figured woman and learns to fall in love... with herself.

Friday, Aug 15, 7:30 Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

Thank You, Johnny Carson Matt Holt – Beech Grove, IN GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling, Performance Art WARNING: Adult Content, Adult Language, Parental Guidance @holtcomedy WEB: mattholtcomedy.com

You’ve probably never heard of Matt Holt and he’s OK with that - for now.

Matt is a stand-up comic who is happily living his dream...a dream that was put into motion with the help of Johnny Carson. In this oneman show, Matt tells stories of his life. In the end, maybe he will inspire you to chase your dreams too...

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Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm

17 Tales from the Cornstalk Ghetto

Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm

Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm

Scott Long – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling WARNING: Adult Language @scottcomedy WEB: cornstalkghetto.com

People not on the coasts are often treated like second class citizens.

Well, Tales from the Cornstalk Ghetto celebrates the things that could only happen in the Midwest. Scott Long stands up to the tastemakers and shouts “Fly Over Country No More!”

Finally a show that has dreams of never playing on Broadway.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

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THEATRE ON THE SQUARE MAINSTAGE: 627 E Massachusetts AVE

• • • 317.685.8687

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

New Voices Dance Kaleidoscope – Indianapolis GENRE: Dance, Music, Performance Art pages/Dance-Kaleidoscope/121106522296 WARNING: None WEB: dancekal.org

For the first time, the Dance Kaleidoscope dancers have created their own choreography. These “new voices” are developing their own styles of movement. The choreographers are DK dancers Jillian Godwin, Zach Young, Mariel Greenlee, Justin Sears-Watson, Noah Trulock and Stuart Coleman.

Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

Shattered Motus Dance – Indianapolis, IN GENRE: Performance Art /MotusDanceTheatre WARNING: Family Friendly @motusdance WEB: motusdance.com

Motus in pieces, dancing into the 2nd decade of our collective. Each Motus choreographer presents awe inspiring, soul shattering dance. No glitter. No glue. Just raw edges and soft angles.

Featuring a special collaboration with Kids Dance Outreach. If we break some misconceptions about what dance is along the way, consider them SHATTERED. 18 AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ●

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Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

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Four Humors Theater – Minnesota WRITTEN BY: Four Humors Theater • GENRE: Comedy /fourhumors WARNING: Adult Conten/Language, Loud noises @fourhumors WEB: fourhumorstheater.com

A one hour stage play, based on the two and a half hour movie by Stanley Kubrick, based on the 5 hour screenplay by Vladimir Nabokov, based on the 300 page novel by Vladimir Nabokov, as told by 3 idiots.

Winner of the Cincinnati Fringe Critics’ Pick Award.

Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm

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Zach Rosing Productions – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Zack Neiditch • GENRE: Comedy /ZachRosingProductions WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Violence @greatbikerace WEB: greatbikerace.com

Based on true events, The Great Bike Race tells of the disastrous running of the second annual Tour de France. In 1904, France’s greatest cyclists met, then preceded to cheat, lie and sabotage their way through the historic race. An energetic cast presents a high-speed comedy of very bad manners.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm

Opening Hours : Weekdays 5:00pm to ll:00pm Weekends 1:00pm to ll:00pm

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Bar, live music and performance, and more!

Schedule: www.indyfringe.org Tip the performers – whatever you can afford!

Official Beer

First we got a Beer Tent and then we got our favorite local brewery to go center stage! It’s official, SAISON is the official Flat 12 Bierwerks brew for IndyFringe 2014.

Available at the Beer Tent and Mass Ave bars and restaurants during August.

Beer snobs take a bow and grab a Fringe Saison - Light in color, slightly

fruity and spicy in both aroma and taste. Fringe Saison is a Frenchstyle farmhouse ale that is dry and refreshing, and finishes with a slight hoppy spiciness.

For samplings, visit:

Flat12 Bierwerks 414 N. Dorman St. 46202 www.flat12.me

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

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THURSDAY 8/14

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Cook Theater 1201 N Central Ave 317 639-4534 The Real McCoy Show Jacked!

Cabargay III: The Cabargayest!

Fruit Flies Like a Banana: 21 Things They Won’t Teach You at Juilliard

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Stake Out

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The Importance of Being Electra

The Secret Circus

Comedy Sportz 721 E. Mass Ave 317 951-8499

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A Shame of Thrones Darwin vs Rednecks

TOTS Main Stage 627 E. Mass Ave 317 685-8687

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New Voices Four Humors’ Lolita: A Three Man Show

TOTS Stage Two 627 E. Mass Ave 317 685-8687

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The Death of Me

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The Fucking Classiest Show Ever

Mrs. President: A Visit With Mary Todd Lincoln

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Indefinite Articles: A Libertarian Rage

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Shattered

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Portraits Like American Gothic

American History XXX

The Great Bike Race

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How To Raise a Good Child Badly

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UnMasked

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Fat Kid Chronicles: Growing Up on the “PLUS” side of Cute Thank You, Johnny Carson

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The Pied Piper of Hoboken Act A Foo Improv 7(x1)Samurai

F&K Basile Theater 749 N. Park Ave 317 635-7539

Live On Air with Poet Laureate Telia Nevile

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The Vainglorious Mr. Pugh

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Bear Fights and Balloon Flights

Phoenix Russell Main 749 N. Park Ave. 317 635-7539

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Death Metal Podcast for Kids

Out of the Doghouse, Into the Heart

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Different Trains Electric Counterpoint

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Not A Destination

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Exposure: Dancing with Vulnerability.

Enter the Bro Zone

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The Journey of the Kookaburra

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Hoosier Roots...?

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Indiana! A Hoosiercal Musical!

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My name is___

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The Useful Woman

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Lou Sanz Neverending Storage

Fata Morgana Ghosts Are Frightening and Instructive

IndyFringe Basile Theatre 719 E. St Clair St. 317 869-6660

Bang, Bang.

You’re Dead.

ANTS by Sharla Steiman Professor Nakamoto’s Nexus of Numbers Magic of Kayla Drescher

800 BLOC Theater 873 E Mass Ave. 317 869-6660

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Acceptance Beyond Race

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What A Pain

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Six Characters in Search of a Fringe

10 Simple Rules to Become a Gentleman Legend of Buffalo Bill

Tales from the Cornstalk Ghetto www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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FOR DETAILS ON WHO’S PLAYING, GO TO WWW.INDYFRINGE.ORG - BEER TENT After the shows are over, mingle with fringe performers, volunteers, staff, and audiences. Grab a Flat 12 and join the party!

FRINGE NEWS UPDATE OF THE DAY 10:00pm every night Fast, Furious and Fun! Hear Fringe scuttlebutt and news of the day.

Friday, August 15

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Beer Tent special events MUSIC FROM LISTEN INDIANA Listen Indiana will present two nights of music in the Beer Tent during the festival. The lineup features local artists Blue Moon Revue, Peter and the Kings, Von Stranz, Night Babies, Tanner Standridge, Bonesetters and more.

Listen Indiana is a promotion and marketing company focused on curating Indiana music and hosting special events.

CRAFT BEER TASTING This year at the Beer Tent you’ll have the chance to hear the stories and meet the characters behind some of the most unique craft beers in the world. Join us for a special beer tasting event on Friday, August 15 from 7pm to 9pm. Because when you’re drinking craft beer, it’s all about the stories. Visit www.indyfringe.org to reserve your spot.

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

7:00pm – 9:00pm World Wide Beer Tasting – meet the characters behind some of the most unique characters in the craft beer world and the local characters in Stand Up Comedy.

Saturday, August 16

7:00pm ListenIN presents local artists Blue Moon Revue, Peter and the Kings, Von Stranz, Night Babies, Tanner Standridge, Bonesetters and more.

Sunday, August 17 2:00pm Jammin’ in the Tent – this incredibly popular afternoon of cool music is back.

Blues with a Twist featuring Ken Shelton and Paul Henry and friends

Thursday, August 21 7:00pm Whipstich Sallies These four ladies bring rock and roll energy to traditional instruments while holding down tight harmonies and commanding the stage with their electrifying presence

Friday, August 22 7:00pm ListenIN presents local artists Blue Moon Revue, Peter and the Kings, Von Stranz, Night Babies, Tanner Standridge, Bonesetters and more.

Saturday, August 23 7:00pm ComedySportz present Fringe-Prov Hey, you got Fringe in my improv! Well you got Improv in my Fringe! Come hang out in the Beer Tent with local funny groups and great musicians! AND IT’S FREE.

Sunday, August 24 2:00pm-8:00pm Fringe closing night party — everyone welcome! Jammin’ in the Tent, Blues with a Twist featuring Ken Skelton and Paul Henry and friends.

THEATRE ON THE SQUARE MAINSTAGE: 627 E Massachusetts AVE

• • • 317.685.8687

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

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Indy Shakes – Indianapolis CONCEIVED BY: Amy Hayes GENRE: Performance Art WARNING: None

Can Art move you? Literally? What if art got inside your body? How would your body respond? What music would you hear? ART is a literal response to what moves you. We embody great works of art musically and physically, sometimes humorous, and heartbreaking journey, of the human experience through great ART.

Friday-Aug 15-9:00pm Saturday-Aug 16-10:30 Sunday-Aug 17-4:30pm Tuesday-Aug 19-7:30pm Wednesday-Aug 20-6:00pm Saturday-Aug 23-3:00pm

Act A Foo Improv Act A Foo Improv Crew – Indianapolis GENRE: Improv, Comedy /ActAFooImprov WARNING: Adult Language/Content @actafooimprov

Are you game? Indy’s hottest improv comedy group is back for another round of fast-paced Fringe Festival comedy! Using our unique comedy style, our show will have you laughing long after the show is over! Bring a friend and be a part of a new show every night.

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Theatre on the Square – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Lou Harry GENRE: Comedy WARNING: None

Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

A fast-paced and wickedly fun tale about a hero from the Jersey shore who falls in love, fights a ghost, and longs to be King of his own Hamlet.

“It’s hilarious --- more than your typical GTL – gym, tan, laundry!” – The Situation. Written and directed by Lou Harry.

Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

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David Gaines – Virginia WRITTEN BY: David Gaines • GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling WARNING: Family Friendly WEB: 7x1samurai.com

INDY 2009 HIT RETURNS! “Best Solo Show & Best of the Fest” in Orlando Fringe! Cincinnati ‘s“Critic’s Pick”!

One man performs the epic story of “Seven Samurai” – complete with victimized peasants, marauding bandits, samurai warriors, & spectacular fight scenes -retold at comic, breakneck pace.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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THEATRE ON THE SQUARE STAGE TWO: 627 E Massachusetts AVE

• • • 317.685.8687

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

The Death of Me

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Assorted Fruits and Vegetables - Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Norm Foster GENRE: Comedy WARNING: None

John quite unexpectedly finds himself in a meeting with the Angel Of Death, and receives some bad news. He’s dead. He hilariously bargains with the Angel for a second chance at life, and discovers that fixing the mistakes of your past is difficult, especially when there are all sorts of quirky new mistakes to be made.

Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm

Portraits Like American Gothic Casey Ross Productions – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling /caseyrossproductions WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Parental Guidance @Uncanny_Casey WEB: uncannycasey.wix.com/caseyrossplays

Casey Ross, creator of Gallery, brings the next chapter. Jackson realizes that notoriety came at the cost of his passion & marriage while Frank struggles to begin a relationship amidst a couch-crashing Jackson.

Both attempt to remember what bound them to each other in a play that puts the art of living on display.

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No Holds Bard – Greenwood, IN WRITTEN BY: Tristan Ross GENRE: Comedy WARNING: Adult Content/Language

Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm

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Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm

Pornography meets Shakespeare in this delightfully profane take on what goes on behind the action on camera when two unfulfilled techies find themselves in charge of the content their struggling porn studio produces as they face off against a priggish local politician intent on shutting them down. And there are squirrels.

Paul Strickland Presents – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Paul Strickland and Julie Mauro GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling WARNING: Adult Language

A lady named She tried to catch rainbows with a fishing hook, hitchhiked from the interstate median, caught her happy tears in a bottle, and loved a jewelry box that tarnished everything. That was before She met Julie Mauro, an actress performing a one-woman show. Then things got really weird.

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Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

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THEATRE ON THE SQUARE STAGE TWO: 627 E Massachusetts AVE

• • • 317.685.8687

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

UnMasked Twilight Productions – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Amy Pettinella • GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling pages/Twilight-Productions/204428529569524 WARNING: Parental Guidance WEB: curtfromdetox.com

The love child of William Shakespeare and Richard Pryor, Curt asks you to leave your masks at the door. A critics’ pick at Cinci and Chicago Fringe, this one-man, eight-character whirlwind journey into mania, madness, and mayhem will bring you to your knees then leave you cheering on your feet.

Telia Nevile – Australia GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling WARNING: Adult Content/Language @poetlaureatetn WEB: interiortheatre.weebly.com

Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

The Vainglorious Mr. Pugh Sarsparilla Shook Productions – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Kim McCann /SarsparillaShookProductions GENRE: Comedy, Drama WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Violence, Ages 16 and up

An empty field at midnight, a locked steamer trunk, and two hired killers.

The waiting is the hardest part.

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Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

Stuck in suburbia with too much to say, Poet Laureate Telia Nevile is doing the only thing left open to a socially-inept artiste. She’s broadcasting a pirate radio show from her bedroom. A character comedy that turns the volume up to eleven with tongue-in-cheek poetry backed by metal, blues and pop.

Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm

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The Power Couple – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling, Puppetry /bearfightsandballoonflights WRITTEN BY: Jason Adams WARNING: Violence

Jason Adams has travelled the globe documenting tales of true human badassery. “Bear Fights and Balloon Flights” is a collection of these stories told with puppets, toy theater and epic poetry. They are tales of incredible bravery and animal ferocity guaranteed to terrify and delight even the most hardened theater goer.

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Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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FRANK & KATRINA BASILE THEATRE

THE PHOENIX

749 N PARK AVE. • • • 317.635.7539

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Mrs. President: A Visit With Mary Todd Lincoln 41 Out of the Doghouse, Into the Heart Mamathewsproductions – Carmel, IN WRITTEN BY: MaryAnne Mathews • GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling /marytoddlincoln WARNING: Family Friendly, Ages 12 & up @MaryLincoln1882 WEB: mamathewsproductions.com

Sally Perkins – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling WARNING: None WEB: sallyperkins.net

Mary Todd Lincoln finally gets to tell her side of the story! The audience will visit her in the last year of her life. At times funny, moving, but always thought-provoking, this one-actor play will allow you to make up your own mind about this controversial first lady.

Sally Perkins tells the comedic story of a young couple desperately trying to manage the peculiar behaviors & strained relationships between their 3 poodles. The story traces their hilarious quest to tame military battles between the dogs, OCD behaviors, sock-swallowing, canine addictions, & more, all resulting in unexpected life lessons.

Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

Not A Destination Jeremy Schaefer – Chicago WRITTEN BY: Jeremy Schaefer • GENRE: Storytelling WARNING: Ages 16 and up @jleeschaefer WEB: jeremytellsstories.com

This series of true stories chronicles the surprising detours and unexpected stops on an ongoing journey of self-discovery. The path is filled with comedic obstacles and poignant vistas. Between the destinations, life happens.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm

AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm

43 Exposure: Dancing with Vulnerability Diane Black – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Diane Black GENRE: Drama, Storytelling WARNING: Adult Language

Keeping life’s stories hidden makes for safe living but creates distance.

Closing that distance involves exploring and sharing untold stories, exposing vulnerability. Come listen to my stories and we’ll dance together at vulnerability’s edge.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

FRANK & KATRINA BASILE THEATRE

THE PHOENIX

749 N PARK AVE. • • • 317.635.7539

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Hoosier Roots...?

Maggie Mae Productions – Angola, IN WRITTEN BY: Lou Ann Homan GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling • WARNING: None WEB: louannhoman.com

Lou Ann invites you into her new show, City Girl meets Mother Earth.

Even if you have never raised a garden, cooked on a wood stove or ridden a pig, you will be delighted with her, “What was I thinking?” story. This is Lou Ann’s third season with IndyFringe.

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Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

Loren Niemi tells a “choose your adventure” of the Baker,the Contessa, the Mapmaker, and the Widow in search of their destiny with four paths to an improbable destination, Fata Morgana, and four possible endings to the story.

Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm

Ghosts Are Frightening and Instructive 47 Star Luck Cafe Cody Melcher – Chicago GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Story telling /CodyMelcherEsq WARNING: Adult Content/Language @CodyMelcherEsq WEB: CodyMelcher.com

Red Boat Productions – Indianapolis GENRE: Storytelling, Music, Performance Art WARNING: Adult Content/Language WEB: redboatproductions.com

“How dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge and how much happier that man is who believes his native town to be the world…”

- ‘Frankenstein’ A young, gay nerd grows up in a chasm of a city in Texas striving to save a world that doesn’t want him to exist.

A down-on-his-luck poet seeks solitude at the Star Luck Café, a haven of art, poetry, & music since the 1940’s beatnik movement began.

Our poet finds inspiration & an alteration of consciousness with the help of some unexpected characters in the coffee house. Come see the art, hear the music, & you too may find inspiration!

Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

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Loren Niemi – Minnesota WRITTEN BY: Loren Niemi GENRE: Storytelling, Improv WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Ages 16 and up

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Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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Internet Cat Videos

I can watch

Still from The Original Grumpy Cat,

by Real Grumpy Cat

aGaIn and aGaIn!

“You’ll be GRUMPY if you miss the Internet cat Video Festival.”

Chicago Sun-Times

The Internet Cat Video Festival is a celebration of some of the funniest cat videos the on the Internet. What’s better than watching silly cat videos alone? Watching on the big screen with other cat lovers.

Come as you are or adorn yourself in your favorite feline fashion. But, whatever you do, be sure to get your tickets.

The Internet Cat Video Festival has become an international sensation, and will be in Indy for a limited time.

Visit www.indyfringe.org for tickets. $10 adults; $8 Students; $6 children (under 12) Aug. 15 (VIP Night) at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at 3 and 5 p.m.

Aug. 22 at 7 and 9 p.m.; Aug. 23 at 5, 7 and 9 p.m.

Aug. 24 at 3 and 5 p.m.

The fun will take place at the historic Athenaeum Theater 401 E. Michigan St. (Indianapolis)

869 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204

Best of all, proceeds benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI), a non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate the euthanasia of healthy and treatable cats and dogs. The Internet Cat Video Festival is produced and curated by the Walker Art Center.

t: 317.351.0280 | info@homespunindy.com | www.homespunindy.com GetThemFixed.org

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

A genre to please everyone: Comedy :

The Real McCoy Show Jacked!

The Importance of Being Electra Alice vs. Wonderland The Secret Circus A Shame of Thrones, Unscripted: An Improvised Parody Indefinite Articles: A Libertarian Rage American History XXX Simply…Complicated Fat Kid Chronicles: Growing up on the “PLUS” side of Cute Thank You, Johnny Carson The Pied Piper of Hoboken The Great Bike Race Act A Foo Improv 7(x1) Samurai The Fucking Classiest Show Ever Live On Air with Poet Laureate Telia Nevile Bear Fights and Balloon Flights Out of the Doghouse, Into the Heart Hoosier Roots…?

Death Metal Podcast for Kids Enter the BroZone Journey of the Kookaburra Magic of Kayla Drescher Burnt at the Steak My name is _______ Beau Heartbreaker Six Characters in Search of a Fringe The Death of Me

Dramedy:

Darwin vs Rednecks Stake Out Mrs. President: A Visit with Mary Todd Lincoln Tales From the Cornstalk Ghetto Portraits of American Gothic How to Raise a Good Child Badly Unmasked The Vainglorious Mr. Pugh Ghosts are Frightening and Instructive Jen Con ANTS by Sharla Steiman Lou Sanz - Neverending Storage What a Pain 10 Simple Rules to Become a Gentleman Creation

Drama:

The Useful Woman Exposure: Dancing with Vulnerability Bang, Bang. You’re Dead Acceptance Beyond Race Petunia and Chicken

Music:

Cabargay III: The Cabargayest!

Fruit Flies Like a Banana: 21 Things They Won’t Teach You at Juilliard New Voices Star Luck Cafe Death Metal Podcast for Kids Different Trains Electric Counterpoint Enter the Bro Zone Journey of the Kookaburra Indiana! A Hoosiercal Musical!

Burnt at the Steak My name is___ Legend of Buffalo Bill

Magic:

Professor Nakamoto’s Nexus of Numbers Magic of Kayla Drescher

Dance:

New Voices My name is___ Shattered Different Trains Electric Counterpoint

Storytelling:

Family Friendly:

Alice vs Wonderland Shattered Bang, Bang. You’re Dead (PG) 7(x1)Samurai The Importance of Being Electra Mrs. President: A Visit With Mary Todd Lincoln (PG) Different Trains Electric Counterpoint Magic of Kayla Drescher The Actual Dance (PG) The Real McCoy Show Fat Kid Chronicles: Growing up on the “PLUS” side of Cute (PG) ART* Fruit Flies Like a Banana: 21 Things They Won’t Teach You at Juilliard Journey of the Kookaburra Petunia and Chicken (PG) New Voices Professor Nakamoto’s Nexus of Numbers (PG) Legend of Buffalo Bill The Secret Circus (PG) Stake Out (PG)

No Warnings:

Death Metal Podcast for Kids The Real McCoy Pied Piper of Hoboken ART* Fruit Flies Like a Banana: 21 Things They Won’t Teach You at Juilliard Journey of the Kookaburra Petunia and Chicken Simply…Complicated Importance of Being Electra Alice vs. Wonderland 7(x1)Samurai The Importance of Being Electra New Voices Death of Me The Useful Woman Jen Con Out of the Doghouse, Into the Heart Hoosier… Roots?

The Importance of Being Electra The Real McCoy The Useful Woman

Darwin vs Rednecks Indefinite Articles: A Libertarian Rage Simply….Complicated!

Fat Kid Chronicles: Growing Up on the “PLUS” side of Cute Thank You, Johnny Carson Tales from the Cornstalk Ghetto 7(x1)Samurai Portraits Like American Gothic How To Raise a Good Child Badly Bear Fights and Balloon Flights UnMasked Live On Air with Poet Laureate Telia Nevile Mrs. President: A Visit With Mary Todd Lincoln Out of the Doghouse, Into the Heart Not A Destination Exposure: Dancing with Vulnerability.

Hoosier Roots...?

Fata Morgana Ghosts Are Frightening and Instructive Star Luck Cafe Burnt at the Steak Dog is Daed Beau Heartbreaker Lou Sanz - Neverending Storage Petunia and Chicken 10 Simple Rules to Become a Gentleman Legend of Buffalo Bill The Actual Dance

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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Livia and Steve Russell Theatre

PHOENIX MAIN STAGE

749 N PARK AVE. • • • 317.635.7539

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Death Metal Podcast for Kids

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Bloomington Playwrights Project- Bloomington, IN GENRE: Comedy, Music /BloomingtonPlaywrightsProject WARNING: None @Bloomingplays WEB: newplays.org

Kenneth and Drew, 2 death metalcrazed cousins whose podcast “Death Metal Podcast for Kids” is taking the world by storm. Their weekly show is exploding onto the emerging children’s podcast scene. But as the 2 start to gain success, they must decide whether the rewards of success are worth the creative price they’re starting to pay.

Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

Enter the Bro Zone Defiance Comedy – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Matt Kramer GENRE: Comedy, Music WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Ages 16 and up

The gang is getting their old college band back together--which happens to be a boyband. Come see BroZone as they start their journey to becoming Indianapolis’s premiere boyband. With all original music and choreography, you’ll be humming their tunes for years to come.

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Reich’s Different Trains uses voice loops and the quartet to recall his childhood riding trains across America before, during and after World War II, and his imagining of how different those train rides would have been for his Jewish relatives across the ocean. It is an emotional journey of optimism, despair and ultimately hope.

Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

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Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm

AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

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Spontaneous Combustion/ Magnet Films – Indianapolis Choreography: Melli Hoppe GENRE: Multimedia, Music, Performance Art WARNING: None

Q Artistry – Indianapolis GENRE: Improvisation, Comedy, Musical Theatre /Qartistry WARNING: Loud Noises, Strobe Light @qartistry WEB: qartistry.org

The Journey of the Kookaburra is an epic adventure musical spanning decades and bridging music styles to tell the story of a simple Aussie girl and the pilgrimage that would change her life forever. Written by: Ben Asykwee.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

Livia and Steve Russell Theatre

PHOENIX MAIN STAGE

749 N PARK AVE. • • • 317.635.7539

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Indiana! A Hoosiercal Musical!

Three Dollar Bill Comedy – Avon, IN GENRE: Comedy, Musical Theatre, Variety /ThreeDollarBillComedy WARNING: Adult Content/Language @threebuckcomedy WEB: threedollarbillcomedy.com

Three Dollar Bill Comedy, creators of School House Wrong, School House Wrong To! Even Wronger, and We May Very Well Be Sued: A Dalt Wisney Tribute, brings you an original rated-R comedy musical that pays tribute to the glorious majesty that is the hilariously simple, oddly complex, and extremely strange state of INDIANA!

ShadowApe, the company that brought Indianapolis GOREY STORIES, WELCOME TO THE MONKEY HOUSE, and NOT A PEEP, is back with their latest original creation, a play written

by Bennett Ayers. JEN/CON is a seriocomic look at what happens when fantasy gaming “gets real”.

Prairie Ditch Productions – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Bennett Ayres GENRE: Drama WARNING: None

“I heard these words very distinctly: ‘Go to Kiowa, and I will stand by you.’ And I knew the Lord our God wanted me to save mankind from a drunkard’s fate…” In the summer of 1900, Carry Nation began a quest to rid the world of alcohol. This is her story.

Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

Jen Con ShadowApe – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Bennett Ayres GENRE: Comedy, Drama WARNING: None

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm

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Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

Wisdom Tooth Theatre Project – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: William Mastrosimone GENRE: Drama, Performance Art • WEB: wisdomtooththeatreproject.org WARNING: Violence, Loud noises, Ages 12 and up

What turns someone into a school shooter? Everyone gets bullied, but few retaliate with bullets, mortally wounding those who victimized them.

What makes someone turn on their friends and family in heinous and irreversible acts of violence?

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Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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Fringe before Fringe

Don’t miss these events prior to Fringe! the historic alley in the garden of the IndyFringe Basile Theatre. The Longest Dinner features a three-course meal presented by MESH Restaurant including champagne, wine and beer. Live music, Fringe entertainment, and after dinner a private viewing of FRINGE FACTOR documentary. Tickets $125.00 per head available at www.indyfringe.org

Fringe Factor Thursday, July 31 – IMAX PREMIER

GET FREE TICKETS Like us on facebook or sign up for our eblasts and you might win Two tickets to the premier screening of FRINGE FACTOR. FRINGE FACTOR: Ten Years Onstage with INDYFRINGE is an affectionate look backward and forward as INDYFRINGE celebrates its tenth anniversary. Exploding upon the Indianapolis arts scene in August, 2005, you meet the people who first brought INDYFRINGE to life and the performers whose live, on-stage offerings attract bigger and bigger audiences, year after year. And we become those audiences, transfixed by what they see and hear, just a few feet in front of them, on the always-magical INDYFRINGE stage. Begun as an 11-day midsummer festival, INDYFRINGE now offers Central Indiana original, affordable, local live theatre year-round.

First Friday Visual Fringe Friday, August 1, 6:00pm

Indiana Landmarks Gallery, 1201 North Central Avenue, 46202 Bits & Pieces: Collages by Mark L. Smith, Multiples by Flatbed Press Artists This exhibition in honor of IndyFringe’s 10th anniversary combines two groups of works. In his collages, Mark L. Smith repurposes discarded found materials from the urban environment, salvaging

Fringe Factor August 12th, 9pm — Broadcast Premier WFYI 1 Television

Mark L. Smith

them and redeeming them for new lives in his compositions. In a way that is parallel to human life in the 21st century, he presents in his works a delicate balance between chaos and order.

The multiples in the exhibition are original limited-edition lithographs, etchings, and woodcuts created by various American artists at Flatbed Press in Austin, Texas. All works in the exhibition are for sale, and a portion of proceeds is donated to IndyFringe in celebration of their first decade of exciting performances and vital support of area creatives.

The Longest Dinner Tuesday, August 5, 6pm

IndyFringe Basile Theatre, 719E St Clair Street This unique dining experience takes place around one long table set up on

Enjoy ten years of IndyFringe in the comfort of your own home.

FRINGE FACTOR: Ten Years Onstage with INDYFRINGE is an affectionate look backward and forward as INDYFRINGE celebrates its tenth anniversary.

FREE Opening Night Wednesday, August 13 - 6:00pm The Athenaeum, 407 E Michigan St.

FREE Performer Showcase - An artistic explosion!

Each show gets 2 minutes to pitch their production.

Be the first to get your l0th Anniversary Collector “Backer Button”, pick up a copy of the Festival Program and get a ‘sneak peek’ of our favorite local shows.

This popular Fringe preview party returns with even more fast-paced, non-stop fun! Kick off Fringe 14 with two-minute previews of shows featuring our favorite local, national and international performers. A great way to pick and plan the shows you want to see in 2014.

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10th Annual IndyFringe Festival August 14 – August 24, 2014

We want you to be part of our l0th Anniversary celebration, donate your memorabilia for an exhibition. In 200 words, tell us your favorite fringe experiences, send us photos of good times at Fringe, and you will be part of our official events. Prizes for the best experiences and photos. Contact: anniversary@indyfringe.org

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

Simply...Complicated!

Indianapolis Metropolitan Theatre Company Susan returns with a hilarious new series of vignettes about life’s simple complications...Placentas in the freezer, Satan’s Blade, the alligator pit, death by triathlon and more all told with Susan’s signature blend of wit, humor and charm. Audience participation creates a unique show at every performance.

Comedy Sportz

721 Massachusetts Ave. Indianapolis

Come laugh at the chaos!

TICKETS $15 at the door or online at IndyFringe.org Friday, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 16 at 3 p.m.

2014 IndyFringe Festival Tuesday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m.

Aug. 14-24 Thursday, Aug. 21 at 9 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 23 at 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 24 at 3 p.m.

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by Cody Melcher “How dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge and how much happier that man is who believes his native town to be the world.”

— Frankenstein A young, gay nerd grows up in a chasm of a city in Texas striving to save a world that doesn’t want him to exist.

Choreography by Melli Hoppe and Tommy Lewey Video projection by David Yosha Music by Steve Reich and Kronos Quartet Saturday, Aug 16 7:30 pm Sunday, Aug 17 4:30 pm Monday, Aug 18 9:00 pm

Fri, Aug 15 - 9:00 Sun, Aug 17 - 7:30 Sat, Aug 23 - 10:30

Friday, Aug 22 6:00 pm Saturday, Aug 23 1:30 pm Sunday, Aug 24 7:30 pm

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Sat, Aug 16 - 1:30 Wed, Aug 20 - 6:00 Sun, Aug 24 - 4:30

INDYFRINGE FESTIVAL IndyFringe.com • Tickets $15 Sally will perform at the Frank & Katrina Basile Theater at the Phoenix Theater, 749 N. Park Ave. Show times are as follows: Thursday..... Aug 14... 7:30pm Saturday..... Aug 16... 9:00pm Sunday....... Aug 17... 4:30pm Monday....... Aug 18... 7:30pm Friday......... Aug 22... 6:00pm Saturday..... Aug 23... 1:30pm Come on out to support this year’s Indy Fringe Festival, August 13-24.

Look for Sally’s performance of “Out of the Kennel, Into the Heart,” her favorite, hilarious story about dog parenting.

You can purchase tickets at www.indyfringe.org

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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IndyFringe Basile Theatre

719 E St. Clair Street • • • 317.869.6660

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Burnt at the Steak

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Carolann Valentino Productions – New York WRITTEN BY: Carolann Valentino • GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling, Musical Theatre WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Ages 16 and up WEB: burntatthesteak.com

An 8-TIME AWARD WINNING, onewoman musical--18 characters portrayed through song, dance, comedy and audience improv.

Carolann’s sizzling reenactments managing a multi- million dollar steakhouse in NYC will leave you inspired and hungry for more!

Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

Dog is Daed Matt Graham – Indianapolis GENRE: Storytelling WARNING: Adult Language, Ages 12 and up WEB: thatmattgraham.com

A man tries to find life’s meaning through the game where meanings don’t matter. Plus a bit of mental magicianship.

The Arden Theatre Union – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Sharla Steiman /pages/The-Arden-TheatreGENRE: Comedy, Drama, Performance Art Union/267732983254627 WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Ages 16 and up

Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm

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Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm

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Visceral. Clever. Instinctual. Sensuous.

Insightful. From the writer of Slammed, Aquarium, & Invitations. “Wanna hear about the best orgasm I ever had?”

“No!” “Why not? We’re both people here! Two people lying here on the grass staring up at the sky. Just two people talking.” “I’d like to think so.”

“I have an ulterior motive.”“No S--t.”

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

Astonishing Productions – Colorado WRITTEN BY: Gregg Tobo • GENRE: Magic, Variety /astonishingproductions WARNING: Ages 12 and up @greggtobo WEB: astonishingproductions.com

Enter a strange world of interlocking patterns where the secrets of the Universe lie hidden in numbers and symbols. Professor Nakamoto unveils the hidden messages found in random occurrences as he brings the uncanny and improbable into focus. A magic show masquerading as mathematics.

Thursday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm

IndyFringe Basile Theatre

719 E St. Clair Street • • • 317.869.6660

IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

My name is _____

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Ben Asaykwee – Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Ben Asaykwee GENRE: Dance, Music, Comedy WARNING: Parental Guidance

Seven lives and seven stories. This one man (+ band) show tells the stories of 7 ordinary people in an extraordinary way through music, dance and humor. Based on actual events and people in Indianapolis.

Kayla Drescher Magic – Connecticut GENRE: Comedy, Magic, Variety /kayla.drescher WARNING: Family Friendly @kayladrescher WEB: kayladreschermagic.com

Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

Beau Heartbreaker Selina Jenkins – Australia GENRE: Comedy, Storytelling, Cabaret /HeartbreakerBeau WARNING: Adult Content/ Language, Parental Guidance

Award winning Australian character Beau Heartbreaker has arrived.

Packed with hilarious tales & brilliantly composed songs, this seasoned performers astonishing vocal ability & depth & sincerity is remarkably convincing. No small feat for a woman in a beard, but one this artist has worked tirelessly to achieve.

Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

Kayla Drescher brings together her award winning magic and enthusiastically contagious personality into a show you are sure to never forget. Watch as the impossible becomes possible when torn objects restore, liquid appears from nowhere, and borrowed objects travel to unbelievable locations!

Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

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Sanzville – Australia GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling • WEB: lousanz.com /pages/Lou-Sanz/130866567034968 WARNING: Adult Content/Language, @lousanz Parental Guidance, Ages 16 and up

In 2005, Lou Sanz crammed the remnants of a failed relationship into a storage unit & moved interstate. 9 years & $11,000 later, she might finally be ready to unpack it all. After a sold out season at the Sydney Comedy Festival, Melbourne-based writer, Lou Sanz returns to Indy with her most punchy & entertaining work to date.

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Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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THE 800 BLOC THEATRE 873 Massachusetts Ave.

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IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Acceptance Beyond Race

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Carla Sallee – Indianapolis, IN GENRE: Drama /AcceptanceBeyondRace WARNING: Parental Guidance

Set in a Midwestern community college, Acceptance Beyond Race follows a diverse group of students discussing the social implications of media clips. Conflict inevitably ensues.

Combining performance poetry with scripted dialogue, the characters share their unique experiences in the hopes of learning to understand one another.

Friday, Aug 15, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 7:30pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 3:00pm

What A Pain RBPerformances – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Cabaret WARNING: Adult Content, Parental Guidance, Ages 16 and up

When a successful theatrical performer is struck down with chronic pain, it pulls him up short, and “off the boards.” The show follows his journey through 15 years of pain, medical red tape, ridiculous circumstances and finally leads him back to the one thing he loves, the Theatre.

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Animal Engine – New York, NY GENRE: Drama, Story Telling /animalengine WARNING: Ages 12 and up @animaleng WEB: animalengine.com

Saturday, Aug 16, 3:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 7:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 10:30pm

AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

Friday, Aug 15, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 9:00pm Tuesday, Aug 19, 6:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 3:00pm

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Friday, Aug 15, 9:00pm

Sunday, Aug 24, 4:30pm

A two-person, turn-of-the-century, epic prairie, love story based on the writings of Willa Cather. Sprawling fields of wheat, bustling train stations, and rain soaked kisses are brought to life with a hat, a scarf, and song. WINNER of the Artists’ Pick Award (Cincinnati Fringe) and Festival Favorite Award (Frigid New York).

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The Gentlemen Callers – Crawfordsville, IN WRITTEN BY: Cody Melcher GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Storytelling @bashcallers WARNING: Adult Content/Language

VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED 10 Simple Rules to Become a Gentleman contains the following: Adult Language, Adult Content, Maybe Nudity, Definitely Violence, Sometimes Emotions, But most likely Stoicism, But more most likely Crying and Stoicism. Come learn the rules.

Become a gentleman.

Friday, Aug 15, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 9:00pm Sunday, Aug 17, 4:30pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 24, 6:00pm

THE 800 BLOC THEATRE 873 Massachusetts Ave.

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IMPORTANT: 1) Late-comers will not be admitted into any performance. 2) General admission seating. box office 30 minUTES before show. doors 10 min. before show. 3) no refunds/exchanges 4) Buy tickets in advance to secure your seat. see page 7 for ticket information.

Creation

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Theatre Within – Indianapolis GENRE: Comedy, Drama, Performance Art /TheTheatreWithin WEB: thechurchwithin.org WARNING: Adult Content, Adult Language, Ages 16 and up

Creation: Many stories…Many myths…How did we get here?...What is our purpose? Creation, written and directed by Jeffrey Barnes, takes its audience on a journey with a final destination that can only be determined by each audience member. What is your Creation?

Saturday, Aug 16, 4:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 3:00pm Wednesday, Aug 20, 9:00pm Thursday, Aug 21, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 7:30pm

The Actual Dance, LLC – Virginia WRITTEN BY: Samuel A. Simon • GENRE: Drama, Storytelling /TheActualDance WARNING: Ages 12 and up @theactualdance WEB: theactualdance.com

An award-winning play, The Actual Dance is one of the most beautiful love stories ever told. A graceful and inspiring journey through the uncharted waters of illness, where the resilience and power of the human heart ultimately persevered.

Terry Clark performs a Living History act as the famous scout, actor and showman, with true stories from the man’s life that Hollywood never told and fascinating songs from the pioneering era.

Sunday, Aug 24, 7:30pm

The Actual Dance

Sunday, Aug 17, 1:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 9:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 10:30pm Saturday, Aug 23, 7:30pm

Thurday, Aug 14, 7:30pm Saturday, Aug 16, 1:30pm Sunday, Aug 17, 6:00pm Monday, Aug 18, 7:30pm Friday, Aug 22, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 9:00pm

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Thursday, Aug 14, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 7:30pm

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Buffalo Bill in Song- Columbus, IN GENRE: Storytelling, Musical Theatre, Music • WARNING: None /buffalobillinsong WRITTEN BY: Terry Clark WEB: buffalobillinsong.com

Yes Plays Live - Indianapolis WRITTEN BY: Kristopher Owens • GENRE: Comedy /YesPlays WARNING: Adult Content/Language, Parental Guidance @yesplays WEB: yesplays.com

What happens when five people and a puppet meet each other at Fringe?

Come experience the cutthroat world of “fringing”, and the lengths these six characters go to in order to sell tickets, get good reviews, and try to maintain a little bit of artistic integrity...or not. Hilarity ensues.

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Thursday, Aug 14, 6:00pm Saturday, Aug 16, 10:30pm Monday, Aug 18, 6:00pm Friday, Aug 22, 9:00pm Saturday, Aug 23, 6:00pm Sunday, Aug 24, 1:30pm

www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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IndyFringe builds community 2014 IndyFringe Board

Never too late to Volunteer See shows for FREE! Enjoy Fringing? Don’t just watch the fun – be a part of it.

Volunteers are the front line of all IndyFringe events, engaging with the community at every point of contact. When Fringe volunteers aren’t busy, they’re making new friends, hanging with performers and partying hard. Any volunteer will tell you – it’s about the people.

Interested in volunteering for the festival, IndyFringe Theatre or a planning committee? Email volunteers@indyfringe.org or phone 317-869-6660

Rosemary Dorsa, President Lorraine Ball, Vice President Suzanne Sweeney, Treasurer Steven Groth, Secretary Tom Battista, Technical, Founding President Jill Ditmire, Marketing Jeremy Hatch, Development Lori Kaplan, Governance Martha Karatz, Development Ronnie Katz Joanne Sanders Janet Maykus Betty Wilson Michelle Goodrich Gary Reiter

IndyFringe Under 35’s Creative Council The council formed in 2010 seeks to introduce new audiences to IndyFringe. The council uses grassroots campaigns and tools given to them from their professional experiences to educate new audiences on the ways in which local theatre enriches the community. To join: 317 869.6660.

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Community Service Partner Internet Cat Video Festival: Now in Indianapolis The fun will take place at the historic Athenaeum Theater 401 East Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

The Internet Cat Video Festival is a celebration of some of the funniest cat videos the internet has to offer. What’s better than watching silly cat videos alone? Enjoying the best clips up on the big screen while laughing out loud with other cat lovers.

Come as you are or adorn yourself in your favorite feline fashion. But, whatever you do, be sure to get your tickets. The Internet Cat Video festival has become an international sensation, and will be in Indy for a limited time.

Visit www.IndyFringe.org for tickets and show times. $10 Adults $8 Students $6 Children (under 12) Best of all, proceeds benefit Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana (SNSI), a non-profit organization whose mission is to eliminate the euthanasia of healthy and treatable cats and dogs.

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AUG. 14-24, 2014 ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● www.indyfringe.org

Pauline Moffat, Executive Director,

Pauline@indyfringe.org 317 522 8099 Patrick McCarney, Technical Director

Patrick@indyfringe.org 317 869 6660 Becki Roach and Gwen England,

Chairs, Volunteer Coordination Callie Burk: Box office Manager/

Event Manager James Capps: Marketing/Event Coordinator Lily Groot: Intern, Performer Liaison/

Headquarters Lianna Sanders: Intern, DePauw University Chad Miller, Manager, Outdoor Tent Pam Frazier, Frazier Design Special Thanks to Dan Axler for photography.

Special Events Committee and Subcommittees: The Longest Dinner, 4th July Picnic, DivaFest, OnyxFest Eloisa Garza Jeff Wilmington + Karen Lee Brian Seidenstecker and Elaina Duvall Tony Papalia Fiona and Bruce Gonyea Randy Krautter Nicole Kearney

Upcoming shows at IndyFringe Basile Theatre Indyfringe Basile Theatre Fall Schedule Expect the Unexpected

Distracted

Bad Seed

Wisdom Tooth Theatre Project

By Lisa Loomer Directed by Milicent Wright Sept. 11,12,13,18,19,20: 8pm Sept. 14, 21: 3pm

Wisdom Tooth Theatre Project Freely adapted from William March’s novel Directed by Callie Burke October 30,31, Nov 1,6,7,8: 8pm Nov 2,9: 3pm

Jesse can’t sit still. He swears, raps, laughs, and cries too much...Is Jesse the poster boy for a generation that has become the casualty of a world in which distraction is the primary existential condition? With Loomer’s characteristic comic insight, it falls upon Mama to discover the answer to Jesse.

Rhoda’s mother has an uneasy feeling…

This is a true American horror story, one in which the fear comes not from ancient European Aristocracy, or failed experiments in immortality...but from the little ones you kiss goodnight.

$15 presale $18 at the door $10 students, groups over 10

$15 presale $18 at the door $10 students, groups over 10

Nicole Kearney Productions September 26-28 and October 3-5, 2014 Friday & Saturday shows 7:30pm Sunday shows 3:00pm

Basile Theatre

September to December 2014

Jabberwocky Bar Series Share Your Life Experiences Second Tuesday of the month

Ain’t Too Late Show

Climate Reality Gameshow Quarterly

Poetry Open Mic

From the Poets Collective Third Wednesday of the month

“(a) … first class work of moral bewilderments and responsibilities…” --New York Times “...terrifyingly good.” --- The Spectator (UK)

And Ya Don’t Stop

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719 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis 46202

VIDA – Spanish Language Plays

A hip hop play finds a trio at the crossroads when they discover that a record label only wants one of them – Supreme, the emcee.

After the label distorts his image, Supreme finds himself successful and estranged from his crew. Confused he unwillingly goes on a journey guided by the messenger and the four elements of hip hop to help him regain his self and return to his hip hop roots. $15 in advance $20 at door

The Witches Presented by Young Actors Theatre yatkids.org October 10,11,17,18: 7:00pm

November Contemporary plays live on stage.

5th Annual DivaFest Playwrighting Festival This is a juried festival. Presented by Ellen and Richard Shevitz.

“Women have been and continue to be under-represented in the theater. Diva Fest helps provide women a stage for new work to be seen. Without such efforts women written works continue to languish in desk drawers, sit in theater slush piles and be generally overlooked and unproduced.” Nicole Kearney, Playwright Tickets : $15 Adults $10 seniors/students

Based on the book by Roald Dahl and adapted

by David Wood. The malicious Grand High Witch has a terrifying plan to rid the world of children, and it’s up to a wise and wonderful Grandma to prepare her darling Girl to face the most gruesome gathering of witches ever assembled. Modern music, fabulous paper wigs, creepy flashlights scenes...terrifying for any age.

The Three Dollar Bill Comedy Holiday Show December 6-21: 8pm Kids put on their yuletide duds and whisk you away into a twisted winter wonderland in this R-rated sketch comedy satirical holiday show.

So, put on your black ties (or don’t) and join the R-rated sketch comedy party.

Tickets $20

For more information on upcoming shows and festival application forms, see www.indyfringe.org www.indyfringe.org ● ● ● INDYFRINGE ● ● ● AUG. 14-24, 2014

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