play in the park
Wow, I have three Free Minneapolis activities to write about that I took part in this past week. I'll have to start with the one ending the soonest. On Sunday I was looking for somewhere new to go out shooting. This brought me to Boom Island Park on the edges of the Mississippi River. A great park, but not the subject of today's post.
Apparently this park is pretty popular because there was so much activity going on. A carnival for what I'm assuming was a company party, boaters headed out on the river, men fishing off the docks, and a Shakespeare play! The play is what I found most intriguing.
With signs all over the place for a "Free Play!", I just had to check this out. Perfectly positioned chalk arrows lead me to the location of the "stage." I ended up getting there later than the start time, so many people were already gathered around. The play was As You Like It by William Shakespeare, and the actors a part of the group The Strange Capers.
One of the members quickly came over and handed me a program, also asking if I was a member of the media. I understand that I look more important with my camera bag and tripod than I am. I said no, but figured the least I could do was throw a shout out on here (any exposure is good exposure). I wasn't planning on it, but I did end up taking a few photos.
It was a great play. I will admit to being Shakespeare-dense, but I still enjoyed the talent and humor I saw here. The Strange Capers have a Facebook page here, and judging on the photos it looks like I missed some great parts that I need to go back and check out. I ended up leaving before the end because it was soooo hot out that day!!
At one point when I had my tripod and camera situated towards the actors I was politely asked to put my camera away. Because they already had a photographer and with contracts and such they couldn't allow any "professional" photos. I completely understood and stopped shooting, I kind of liked being thought of as a professional photographer for the day.
I HIGHLY suggest taking advantage of the entertainment here. The Strange Capers will be showing As You Like It every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 until August 16th. Two more weekends to visit Boom Island Park for an amazing show with a beautiful view of Minneapolis.
Apparently this park is pretty popular because there was so much activity going on. A carnival for what I'm assuming was a company party, boaters headed out on the river, men fishing off the docks, and a Shakespeare play! The play is what I found most intriguing.
With signs all over the place for a "Free Play!", I just had to check this out. Perfectly positioned chalk arrows lead me to the location of the "stage." I ended up getting there later than the start time, so many people were already gathered around. The play was As You Like It by William Shakespeare, and the actors a part of the group The Strange Capers.
One of the members quickly came over and handed me a program, also asking if I was a member of the media. I understand that I look more important with my camera bag and tripod than I am. I said no, but figured the least I could do was throw a shout out on here (any exposure is good exposure). I wasn't planning on it, but I did end up taking a few photos.
It was a great play. I will admit to being Shakespeare-dense, but I still enjoyed the talent and humor I saw here. The Strange Capers have a Facebook page here, and judging on the photos it looks like I missed some great parts that I need to go back and check out. I ended up leaving before the end because it was soooo hot out that day!!
At one point when I had my tripod and camera situated towards the actors I was politely asked to put my camera away. Because they already had a photographer and with contracts and such they couldn't allow any "professional" photos. I completely understood and stopped shooting, I kind of liked being thought of as a professional photographer for the day.
I HIGHLY suggest taking advantage of the entertainment here. The Strange Capers will be showing As You Like It every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 until August 16th. Two more weekends to visit Boom Island Park for an amazing show with a beautiful view of Minneapolis.
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