Sample Night Live! -- Preview 12 Acts in a Single Evening, Including Theater, Comedy and More
History Theatre, Between Cedar and Wabasha (30 East Tenth Street St. Paul, MN 55101)
- Full Price:
- $20.00
- Our Price:
- FREE - $10.00*
* Additional fees apply.
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The last date listed for Sample Night Live! was Wednesday January 2, 2013 / 7:00pm.
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History Theatre is different than the History Center (learned the hard way)info • Feb 23 2013 star this tip starred
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Reviews & Ratings
Featured review from carole sellars
view more less of this reviewIt was ok - some of the acts were good and some terrific but there were a few bad ones as well. I thought the mcs were weak - her high pitched voice became very irritating and it was dificult to understand some of what she said because she talked so fast. The mc for the second act was very weak. They warned the second act would be rated R and I am far from being a prude, but his x rated humor was simply not funny and dealt primarily with bodily functions, putting his face in the breasts of his wench. and jokes that were degrading to women - none that were degrading to men of course.
star this review starred report as inappropriateThis was the first time I've been to an event such as this. Very casual environment and you never know what you'll get. I will say the way the program is set up the 2nd half is not appropriate for children. Eyes were opened to acts that I would have never gone to see on a normal basis. Even the house band The Smarts were wonderful to listen to - very talented group of guys. Was given a ballot to vote on the best group for the evening. This also included a space to request more information about a group you may have really liked. Prizes were given away and everyone got a goodie bag one their way out the door. Had a great time.
star this review starred report as inappropriateSample Night Live had an interesting mix of acts, some so-so and some very good. It was a fun evening because of the variety of talent. The show moves along quickly, so if you don't care for an act, you're not stuck with it for very long. The good acts certainly make you want to attend their upcoming shows. Picking up tickets was easy. The entertainment in the lobby before the show made the wait for the doors to open go quickly. I went with a group of 8 and everyone enjoyed the show.
star this review starred report as inappropriateFantastic in every way! Even the acts I didn't find all that interesting were professional and practiced. And the artist painting on stage throughout Act 1 was astonishing. Seriously, seeing a painting evolve and react to each act was so cool! We will definitely return and spread the word about this awesome opportunity to experience a wide range of local talent.
More Information About Sample Night Live!
Website
http://www.samplenightlive.com/
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Description
Preview a dozen high quality professional arts events in one night at Sample Night Live! Featuring a dozen ten minute samples of performing arts plus a visual arts installation in the lobby. Genres include theatre, dance, classical music, jazz, music theater, stand-up comedy, improv, spoken word, film, visual arts, and more. Discover something new and mingle with the artists at the after party. Beer, wine, softdrinks and concessions are available at the show. "When you hear the city testing the sirens, Sample Night Live is tonight!"
In the Lobby
Melanie Buchholz
Hosted by
Greta Grosch
On Stage Act I - G-rated - 7 p.m.
The Chameleon Theatre Circle presents "Return of the Forbidden Planet" (Theater)
Meat and Cheese (Improv)
The Play's the Thing Productions presents "Irving Berlin's White Christmas" (Wonder Kids)
Neal Skoy (Clown)
Act II - Unrated & Uncensored - 8:15 p.m.
Mary Louise Knutson (Jazz)
Maximum Verbosity (Spoken Word)
The Dregs (Band)
The Joke Joint presents Brad Cruise (Stand-up Comedy)
Courtney McClean & the Dirty Curls (Band)
The Smarts (House Band)
Sample Night Live shows consists of two halves - one G-rated and one unrated. All tickets (except Parent tickets) are good for either or both halves.
Act II of Sample Night Live shows is unrated and uncensored. Samples presented during this portion of the show may contain mature content.
About the Ticket Supplier: Sample Night Live!
Preview a dozen upcoming performing arts events the first Wednesday of every month at Sample Night Live. Preview samples of the best: Theatre, Classical Music, Dance, Novelty Acts (Escape Artists, Magicians, Light Bulb Eaters, etc.), Vocalists, Puppetry, Wonder Kids, Stand-up Comedy, Improv, Jazz, Independent Film, Poetry Slammers, Performance Artists, Local Bands
and more.