Must see

Brilliant. Allison Vincent’s “Daddy Issues” explores one woman’s experience with losing her father, battling the American health care system and facing panic attacks. Vincent tackles the emotions that accompany grief with both humor and honesty. She travels to her past, unpacking the mountain of childhood trauma that appears in her father’s home as hoarding, with a set made of cardboard. Don’t let that fool you: This show is stunningly crafted, with poetic lines and fantastic acting. From beginning to end, Vincent’s dynamic performance is engaging, hilarious and deeply tender. Whether or not you’ve experienced loss, this can’t-miss show is inspiring.

Presented by Pretend Productions at Phoenix Theater; 7 p.m. Aug. 6, 10 p.m. Aug. 7, 4 p.m. Aug. 10

Still trying to decide what to see? Check out all our Fringe reviews at twincities.com/tag/fringe-festival, with each show rated on a scale of Must See, Worth Considering, Could Be Worse or You Can Skip.

The Minnesota Fringe Festival is presenting more than 100 hourlong stage acts from Aug. 1–11 around Minneapolis. Visit MinnesotaFringe.org for ticket and show information.

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