Worth considering

“The Wind Phone” allows attendees to eavesdrop on mourners as they attempt to talk to their dead loved ones through an unplugged rotary phone. In several brief, one-sided conversations, complicated storylines emerge as each character reckons with the nonlinear grieving process. In the midst of mourning characters like a beloved mother-in-law and a sexist mentor, there are some amusing one-liners — and a Betty White reference — that allow viewers to come up for air before plunging into another wave of grief. While the outdoor venue does offer a certain vulnerability, the audio quality suffers from the nearby traffic. Nonetheless, this particular call is worth picking up.

Presented by Broken Wing Productions, and recommended for ages 16+, at The Ribs of Humanity at Campbell Plaza; 7 p.m. Aug. 4, 7 p.m. Aug. 9, 7 p.m. Aug. 10, 7 p.m. Aug. 11

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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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