C. Neil Parsons
Storytelling. Performance Art. Inarticulate Nonsense.
Trombonist/dancer/actor C. Neil Parsons – co-creator of Fruit Flies Like a Banana – performs a (mostly) solo variety show that is part storytelling, part musical act, part physical theatre and part TED Talk.
In between musical/choreographic interludes with a trombone, Neil relates true stories about his personal relationship with silence, what happens when his sleep alter ego takes over, and why an experimental composer created music in pictures without telling anyone how it should sound.
a show that begs the question… what’s going on? a lot of talent, storytelling, musical prowess, and whimsy behind a pile of nonsense. i loved it!
Worth it just for the trombone talent alone!
Awesome blend of trombone, dance, and storytelling. A lot of personal anecdotes that encourage the audience to do some introspection, stays comedic throughout though.
I play trombone and it was really cool to see a trombone fringe show.
Super fun show, definitely one to check out.
Very excellent – classical musicians will love this one! But not necessarily more than anyone else!
Great Fringe pick.
Such a relaxing and moving performance.
Marvelous
50% Nonverbal is 100% worth it.
OUTSTANDING showmanship, choreography, humour and exciting musical escapades. A captivating and engaging Fringe experience with great audience participation.
Music, interpretive dance, humour, storytelling, and (bass!) trombone. What else could you want?
A genuinely attention-seizing show that will make you think, whether you think in words or in inarticulate nonsense. Parson’s playing is hypnotic, dynamic, and fun, their storytelling is engaging, and everything in-between is spectacular. This show is simply a delight and most certainly worth finding time to see!
No goals, just cheese!
True fringe in this show! There is something for everyone: music, dance, research, and more. Not a show that pulled at my emotional core, but one that really opened up my critical thinking and allowed me to engage in a way that I don’t normally with shows. Intellectual and charming, Neil is absolutely worth a watch.
Wonderfully creative! So many mediums packed into one show all landed on equal footing in terms of impact. Very fun show to see!
Lovely thoughtful production. The trombone is hypnotic, and the dancing is a wonderful surprise. Soft shoe almost forgot that it existed.
This is a deeply thought provoking and comedic piece. Blending interpretive dance with the trombone isn’t something I can say I was expecting to ever see but I’m certainly better for it. It also contains the best use for strobe lights I’ve ever seen. Previously I thought they were just a tool for annoyance and headaches but now I’ve seen their artistic merit.
Absolutely would reccomend.
An abstract masterpiece! It started out light hearted and comedic, and got more thought provoking as the show went on; it was split into many different segments focusing on different sort of mini-performances, and I was thoroughly impressed and entertained all throughout! Highly recommend!
Neil Parsons is an incredible musician, dancer, and storyteller who has put together a delightful and thought-provoking show. Indescribable, but in the best way. This is why I come to Fringe. Highest recommendation.