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The 4 “W”s and the “H” of Murder
By Lady Z Productions
Written by Maureen L Bourgeois
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Show Description
What happened on the dark dusty patio of the 8th-and a half oldest gay bar in Minnesota that warm August night? Join the hosts of the local podcast “The 4 “W”s and the “H” of Murder” as they uncover the truth.
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Content Warnings
The creators say this show is appropriate for ages 16 and up
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Seat Reservations and Show Tickets
| Add to Schedule | Date | Time | Ticket Options | Quantity | Purchase |
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| Sat 08/02 | 5:30 PM | ||||
| Sun 08/03 | 8:30 PM | ||||
| Mon 08/04 | 7:00 PM | ||||
| Wed 08/06 | 10:00 PM | ||||
| Sat 08/09 | 4:00 PM |
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Cast and Crew
Ken Anderson
Co-Creator and AnnouncerKen and Maureen met almost 20 years ago when he was her frequent waiter at Azia on Eat Street. By luck, Maureen was served often by Ken at 2 other restaurants since then and they have connected over their mutual love of theatre, film, good storytelling, and neighborhood bars. You can see Ken at Capital Grille where he will not only be your awesome waiter, but will also share his thoughts on the many plays, musicals, and movies that he sees in the Twin Cities. Maureen is happy to have Ken as a good friend, neighbor, and collaborator.
Maureen L Bourgeois
Co-Creator and SussMaureen L. Bourgeois is a Twin Cities based performer, writer, and director. “The 4 W’s and the H of Murder” is the 8th play that Maureen has brought to the Minnesota Fringe Festival, and 2025 is the 11th season that she has been involved with the festival. Lady Z Productions (named after her dog) is a labor of love for Maureen and she is excited to bring more of her writing and productions to the Twin Cities arts community in the near future. In addition to stage and film, Maureen also works as Standardized Patient/Client and as a Crisis Intervention Actor using her performance and education background to help people work on interpersonal skills.
Andy Whitman
Sparks / Commercial ActorAndy (they/them) is a nonbinary theatre artist originally from Kentucky, who relocated to the Twin Cities in 2016. Most of Andy’s performing career has been niche role play; this is their Fringe performing debut! They have also directed for Hardin County Playhouse in Kentucky and worked as a stage manager for theatre and dance companies across the Twin Cities metro.
Jeremy Johnson
Ryan - “Noah Reenactor” 8/2-8/6This is Jeremy's second Fringe show.; he previously starred as Candace in "Gindr Help Desk: the Musical". He has also appeared as Gangster in "Drowsy Chaperone," Orin Scrivello, DDS in "Little Shop of Horrors," and The Cat in the Hat in "Seussical." A lover of true crime and comedy, Jeremy is excited to take part in this show. He has never committed murder even though he has often contemplated it; he has settled for dramatic reenactments instead. Stay sexy and don't commit murder!
Evelyn Vocu
Vidal / "Suspect Reenactor"Evelyn Vocu (she/they) is a local improvisor, actress, photographer, and artist originally from Pine Ridge, South Dakota. She is a member of the Oglala Lakota tribe and moved to Minneapolis in 2019, participating in improv at HUGE Theater shortly after moving. Although this is their first Fringe as an actor (as well as their first scripted production since their youth), her past improvisational acting includes performances at Bryant Lake Bowl, The Hive Collaborative, HUGE Theater, and the Dudley Riggs Theatre, as well as a show in Madison, WI as part of the Big Gay Market. In addition to the stage, they have been part of the Cart Crew for KFAI, where she fulfilled one lifelong goal of getting to read off the Emergency Broadcasting System tests, as well as having hosted a radio show during undergrad at the University of Minnesota Morris. She can be found online through her Instagram account at ej_vocu or under their art focused Instagram account at gromlin_cat_studios, or petting her pet cat, Banshee, when not anxiously drinking a cup of iced coffee at a coffee shop or working.
Lex Levandoski
Anonymous Guest - "Gladys K"Lex Levandoski (they/them) is a locally based creator and artist working in and around the Twin Cities for the last several years. Some notable projects they've been involved in include playing 'King' in MN Fringe 2024's production of Love Lies a Bleeding, 'Kraken Allie' in Theatre Coup d’Etat's Pyrates, and working as an acting coach and intimacy coordinator for the local, all trans and gender-diverse led web series, Transplant (@watchtransplant on Instagram). This is their 3rd year participating in MN Fringe and they're so happy to be back for this beautiful, whirlwind of a festival. They hope you're able to enjoy as much art as possible this Summer!
Nina Byun
Reenactment Actor - “Quinn” 8/2-8/4Nina has a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a minor in Mathematics from the Minnesota State University of Mankato, but completed the majority of her education at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. She has been an actress, dancer, choreographer, and model, with some of her favorite places to work being for the National Theatre for Children, FUN, the American Immersion Theater, and University of Minnesota Simulation Center. Growing up, Nina trained in recreational and competitive dancing at Heartbeat Studios, Lake Harriet Dance Center and Victoria’s Dance Productions, studying ballet, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical, hip hop and pointe. She is also a musician and loves to compose original songs on the piano or play it upside down and backwards while dancing and singing at the same time, write parodies, sing, rap, and produce music videos and skits. Check out her video, “Minnesnowta Girls”, on Youtube!
Grace Yang
The Suspect - OnyxGrace Yang is an actor, dancer, and designer whose work has been seen on several stages in the Twin Cities area since graduating with a degree in Theatre Arts and Dance from the University of Northwestern. Since being in and out of the theatre world, some of their favorite and most notable roles have included Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast," the Cheshire Cat/Jabberwock in "Alice in Wonderland," and Tommelise in "Tommelise." They have stepped away from the theatre world over the last few years to pursue other passions, but they are thrilled to be back and making their MN Fringe debut in "The 4 Ws and the H of Murder." When not spending time in the rehearsal room, you can often find them reading a cheesy murder mystery novel or paddleboarding one one of Minneapolis's many lakes. They send love to Trevy, August, and their three kitty children, as well as the many others in their chosen family, along with endless gratitude to those of you who have chosen to spend time seeing this silly, heartfelt show. For updates on future theatrical endeavors or to see what other shenanigans they get up to, follow along with Grace on Instagram at @graceyangmpls.
Sequoia Rhian
Reenactment Actor - “Quinn” (8/6), and Ryan - “Noah Reenactor” (8/9)Sequoia Rhian (they/them) is thrilled to return to the Minnesota Fringe after first performing in Sons of Swayze (2016). Their theater credits include Refugia, King Lear, and A Christmas Carol at the Guthrie Theater, as well as understudying Denim Doves in Los Angeles. Offstage, Sequoia is a SAG-AFTRA actor, model, and hand model — you might have seen their hands in an ad or two. They are also a music artist, creating and performing original work. In addition, Sequoia works as a Twin Cities real estate agent specializing in BIPOC and queer communities. Sequoia is excited to step into this year’s production as an understudy and bring their experience and energy back to the Fringe stage. Instagram: @sequoiarhian
Daniel Rangel
Sound DesignerMore Information
"The 4 Ws and the H of Murder"
Concept by: Ken Anderson & Maureen L. Bourgeois
Creative Team:
Writer and Director: Maureen L. Bourgeois
Assistant Director: Lex Levandoski
Sound Designer: Daniel Rangel
Stage Manager: Nina Byun
Promotional Materials: Gina Eckes
Show Assistants: Tanya Lewerenz
