Action Movie Mad Libs makes its mark on Fringe

In what is billed as a hilarious action comedy starring Dufresne born and raised brothers Alex and Tim Coates as well as childhood friend Sara Guindon, Action Movie Mad Libs promises to be a great deal of fun for the audience.

That’s because they play a role in shaping the story that will unfold at the Kings Head Pub in Winnipeg over 10 shows from July 16 to 27 as part of the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival.

Alex Coates explained that every show will begin by collecting answers from the crowd to various prompts that will be inserted into the show in real time.

Different visits will also have different experiences because their theatre group, called Sensible Chuckle Theatre, has prepared a trio of endings.

Coates said this is their sixth Fringe performance, but previous shows were entirely scripted.

“This is the first one that lends a bit more to improvisation, making a different show every night,” he said. “We all have backgrounds in improvisation so it’s something we’ve wanted to do for a long time.”

Devon Guindon is also a member of the group but will handle the technical aspects and lend his voice to parts of the show.

Coates said he has always enjoyed Fringe, adding he encourages people to check it out, even if his show is not their cup of tea.

“There’s so many different shows and different ideas coming out every year and so many people too,” he said. “It’s really cool how much people get into it.”

Coates said he’s happy to be performing at the Kings Head Pub because of its location and because the venue is great for fans who can get food and drinks while watching the show.

For more information or to get tickets go to www.winnipegfringe.com.