Experience ‘Burnout Paradise’: Unique Theater Show Combining Treadmills, Tasks, and Audience Engagement at St. Ann’s Warehouse
News Context
At a glance
- Pony Cam Theater Collective from Australia presents Burnout Paradise at St.
- Feedback from the Director: Susan Feldman, the Founder and Artistic Director, was inspired by the show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
- This performance offers a unique blend of theater, physicality, and audience interaction for an engaging experience.
Burnout Paradise at St. Ann’s Warehouse
Pony Cam Theater Collective from Australia presents Burnout Paradise at St. Ann’s Warehouse in DUMBO. This show kicks off the venue’s 45th season.
Show Details:
- Performance: Four actors run on treadmills while completing various tasks, such as cooking and serving a three-course meal.
- Audience Engagement: The audience helps the cast. If the cast does not meet their goals, they offer a full refund.
- Personal Touch: Each night, the cast aims to beat their running distance from previous performances.
About the Cast:
- Ava Campbell: She is not on a treadmill. She acts as the host and keeps time. She also communicates with the audience.
- William Strom: He shares how the cast members feel tired but honest about their experience during the show.
Feedback from the Director:
Susan Feldman, the Founder and Artistic Director, was inspired by the show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. She emphasizes the connection between the performers and the audience, highlighting a shared sense of struggle and community.
Show Dates:
Burnout Paradise runs until December 1. For tickets, visit stannswarehouse.org.
This performance offers a unique blend of theater, physicality, and audience interaction for an engaging experience.