Secrets Under the Christmas Tree: A Deedee Wallaby Mystery

A Little Too 90s but Sweet

I recommend this show for people who like whodunnits, Christmas, and The Adventures of Tintin. https://lavendermagazine.com/featured-home-page/minnesota-fringe-day-1-round-up/

A good start to 2024 Fringe

We came to "secrets under" knowing absolutely nothing about it other than the paragraph on the Fringe page, which, by the way, is a great way to experience the 'wonder of Fringe.' "Secrets under" had lots of comedic action among many characters, so plan on being engaged for the whole hour to keep it all straight! Like all good mysteries, all the pieces come together well at the end, though maybe with a few too many insights that would be impossible as an audience member to work out. And, wow, some truly bizarre holiday sweaters. Acting and plot were solid, though nothing particularly deep.

Pondering.

Positives first. Actors 100% were living their characters. Plot was definitely an intriguing mystery. The addition of a particular character was definitely a good choice for some relief. Trouble is, I left feeling icky, as if I've inhaled too much second-hand smoke. A little poisoned from exposure to the toxicity of the family. But maybe that's a good thing. I hope I never say things like that to the people I love. I hope I'm never again beguiled into a situation where I accept those things from others. It's a good reminder to be kind, be loving, communicate honestly from a place of love, and to hold your boundaries when others don't treat you with love and respect.

Miao

Like Friends without the laugh track

There were a few moments of laughs (mainly from Bernard’s actor), but I think even the actors themselves were bored with the weak script most of the time. This was produced in 90 days, and unfortunately it shows.

Type

Christmas in August!? Who would’ve known!!!! Came in not knowing what to expect, and had a great time with friends!! Felt like Knives Out with a Christmas twist. Good jokes and overall great cast.

I was entertained

I felt like I was one of the family members (actors) just very confused about what was happening. So when the end was revealed I was just as shocked. I enjoyed the show and it made me laugh!

Funny show Worth your time.

This made me laugh at various times. I thought it was well thought out. It seemed a little formulaic at first, but there were some twists. Very enjoyable. Would recommend.

Solid bones, but didn't stand out

The mystery itself is so-so -- a strong premise, but the 'parlour scene' relied on some character details the audience wasn't aware of, or details that could've easily been missed. The comedy didn't really do it for me, either, and overall it just felt sort of bland

Solid little script with a mystery that plays fair

“It’s not such a bad little ‘Tree’”-Linus Van Pelt

I think the previous reviewers are a little stingy with the kitties: maybe this isn’t on par with the pretty crazy Open Eye lineup this year but it’s still a solid show. I think most importantly it is a good mystery; those type of shows are difficult at Fringe because of the amount of exposition to be crammed in but all the threads were weaved together well. Thought the characters could be a little more dynamic and there was a lot of “Marvel humor” (ie a character saying a ridiculous thing then someone else going “Did he just say (ridiculous thing)?”

Really fun show

I was very entertained with this show! It's a knives out mystery meets a 90s Christmas comedy. The acting and timing was very comical and effective. I'd definitely go check it out if you want a good laugh!

Laughs! Plot Twists!

Hilarious! Lots of plot twists and twisted characters! Worth seeing twice to follow the plot turns. The actors were great and were obviously enjoying themselves. The characters were so smarmy you could almost smell them. Definitely recommend.