Patriot Act (FringeNYC) NYC Reviews and Tickets
About the Show
Part of FringeNYC: Mike Schlitt wants to restore your faith in American Democracy. He claims he can do it in 47 minutes. Come celebrate American exceptionalism and limited attention spans, then activate your citizenship - join the "Raucous Caucus". Art! Advocacy! Action! (+ puppets)
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See it if interested in light discussion about democracy, with audience participation, cutesy interruptions and the occasional use of dolls
Don't see it if you might be critical of a somewhat unfocused event where after a few questions the speaker assumes he made a dent in your perception.
See it if You like combining history lessons with entertaining storytelling
Don't see it if You are hoping for a straightforward plot or any type of traditional theatre.
See it if You want to think, laugh or really talk politics to the person next to you at a show
Don't see it if You can't listen to other people's thoughts about politics and America.
See it if you love a clever take on American history; you need inspiration despite the 2016 election; you love audience participation!
Don't see it if No excuses. See it if you can!
See it if You are interested in American history, are a Patriot, love John Adams and Thimas Jefferson.
Don't see it if You aren't interested in the above.
See it if You are interested in history, politics, the United States, theatre, having a laugh and a good night out.
Don't see it if You're not interested in the above.
See it if you're interested in history & politics and you're wrestling with where the country may (or may not) be headed right now.
Don't see it if you're not interested in any of these things.
Critic Reviews (3)
"A cheerfully intelligent solo piece...A natural storyteller with an abundance of wit and energy, the writer-performer has a knack for making the past feel up-to-date. In Schlitt’s hands, arguments about civil rights and liberties become engagingly noisy debates. Emphasizing that politics should not be a 'spectator sport,' Schlitt makes his show a dialogue with the audience, encouraging discussions about the themes as they come up. He clearly loves his subject, and is eager to share that love."
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"A natural raconteur, he chats with the audience about the great American patriots of yesteryear...Two founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, get the lion's share of attention here. But Schlitt never gets too pedantic or stuffy about their contrasting philosophies…It might be too politically saturated for some theatergoers. But Schlitt hands everybody a 'Patriot' button at the finale, which can be your perfect reminder to vote on Election Day."
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"Schlitt has an extraordinary sense for straddling the line between genuine connection and performativity. The audience cares about him, and it’s clear he cares about us...The show establishes an open conversation between audience and performer, patriot and government…I went into this show anticipating answers, but what Schlitt's show does, what all good theatre does, is teach me how to ask questions better."
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