Could Be Worse

After writer and performer Elizabeth Young-Collins’ show at last year’s Minnesota Fringe, she said she wanted to come back with a comedy. She delivers with “A History Tour Hijacked,” a two-person show featuring Young-Collins and a bus driver leading a Washington, D.C., tour. Young-Collins engages the audience to join in singing and shouting out answers to history facts. She seems earnest and has a beautiful voice, and the plot twist gets to the show’s deeper meaning of following your dreams. Check out the show if you’re nearby, but it lacks the “wow” factor to justify a cross-town drive or the admission price for a family.

Presented by Elizabeth Young at the Strike Theater; 5:30 p.m. Aug. 3, 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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