BREAKING NEWS! # WTF Happened? On the Phenomenon of Trump has been named 'Best of the Fringe'.
"For those who enjoy political humor, “WTF happened? The Phenomenon of Trump” is a must see. "
- Bob Evans (KC Applauds)
"No one viewpoint is the same, enlightening the audience that there is no one type of person that voted for Trump, and perhaps helping them to understand the complex melting pot that is the United States of America.
It is also littered with funny and sympathetic lines so that the audience at once experiences understanding tinged with disbelief."
-Sarita Rao (The Luxembourg Times)
#WTF:
On the Phenomenon of Trump
How did a brash and confrontational billionaire real estate developer and reality television personality bluster his way to the Presidency of the United States?
And how has his controversial term in office affected the lives and views of those who supported and support him?
Does Donald Trump in the White House represent a new and profound movement in the body politic or is it just another way to increase the value of his brand?
Abbott portrays several Trump supporters from a Coal Miner to a member of Congress. The characters, some of whose monologues are based on published interviews with real voters, present a variety of voices and viewpoints—alternately sympathetic, funny, perhaps frightening—and reveal a complex emotional and cultural tapestry examining the Trump effect in a compelling, theatrical way.
#WTF promo final
'(Abbott's) portrayal of the different characters was spot on. It showed what the characters feel about the current political situation. Best performance so far this Fringe.'
(Jim and Cheryl Cogswell)
'A very clever and subtle presentation, about how the American person has changed from patriotism, to nationalism... Forget your own politics, sit back and enjoy one of the best shows at the Fringe.'
(Ian Jennings)
'...An extremely enjoyable show -- smart, insightful and entertaining. The writing is thoughtful and intelligent and the characters are complex and clearly drawn... Erik Abbott portrays the complexity and, often, the inner conflict of individuals who find that their way of life is better supported by a Trump presidency than by the alternative. Abbott does a remarkable job of physically and vocally representing characters across a wide range of age, class, region and experience, keeping each character distinct and unique.'
(Jay Nickerson)