And Then: a science fiction folk event (FringeNYC) NYC Reviews and Tickets

79%

(17 Reviews)

Positive

82%

Mixed

18%

Negative

Members say

Great singing, Enchanting, Original, Clever, Entertaining

About the Show

Part of FringeNYC: 8 people, 6 instruments, billions of stars... you’re in for a SciFi-Folk-Event! Inspired by conventional science fiction models, the story explores humanity’s relentless endurance with the grounding tones of folk music. A gripping tale singing you to the stars.

Categories: Musical/Opera, Drama, Local. Written by The Ensemble. Directed by Will Davis. Choreographed by Leanne Velednitsky.

FROM THE ARTIST:
Inspired by conventional science fiction models, the original story explores humanity’s relentless endurance with the grounding tones of folk music. 8 people, 8 instruments, and innovative physical theatre. Join us for a tale that will leave you looking up at night with new eyes.

Featuring...
Molly Brog, Vincent Cinque, Aaron Glaize, Samuel Im, Leo Koorhan, Yeujia Low, Will Davis, and Leanne Velednitsky

Special Thanks to M. Ward

Member Reviews (17)

Quirky, Great singing

See it if You want to see robots singing along to banjo and other feel-good instruments and doing some modern dance

Don't see it if You have to understand why a show works. It's about today? 100 years ago? Well, it works though.

Dreamy, Quirky, Indulgent, Meandering, Original

See it if You like charming original songs delivered by a spirited company who haven't really worked out the transitions or a plot yet

Don't see it if You're looking for a solid, well-delivered plot or earnestness makes you roll your eyes.

Critic Reviews (2)

August 20th, 2016

Stephen Kaplan

"The combination of science fiction alongside folk music does not seem immediately complementary. But this is where the brilliance of this piece comes...Not only are the songs well-written and performed, but they are woven so beautifully into the fabric of the play that the piece takes on an elegance not usually associated with Fringe shows...Under Davis’ direction and the fine cast, the tone is consistently hopeful and honest."
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August 17th, 2016

Elizabeth Glasure

“If you’re interested in the virtues of theatre as a collective experience, ‘Fiction Folk Event’ is too transcendent to miss. With an original story inspired by prevalent science-fiction archetypes, the event is an enlightened escape into a higher realm of consciousness...This show is perfect for children and adults alike! With a cast and creative team so collectively talented, ‘Fiction Folk Event’ becomes an hour of commitment to inspire a lifetime of thought.”
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