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Homeless
Our Rating: 
Each person who comes through the door is greeted with a smile — and an often reluctant pat-down.
It’s part of the routine for the troubled patrons of the homeless shelter Jeremy Baumung brings vividly to life in Homeless, an absorbing story of addiction and faith drawn from his own stint as a shelter worker in Edmonton.
The Saskatoon-born playwright and actor fills the stage in this one-man show, inhabiting a diverse group of shelter patrons and bringing their heartbreaking stories to life with skill and compassion.
His reflections on God and religion feel a little clumsy next to his compelling portrayals of the people who find themselves at the shelter of last resort, but the strength of their stories is enough to keep audiences riveted.
— Lindsey Wiebe
From the official Fringe program:
Since its first production at the Saskatoon Fringe Festival, Homeless has played to sold-out houses on the Fringe circuit. Jeremy Baumung tells this true story of working in one of Edmonton’s toughest homeless shelters, losing his faith, and finding it deep within.
Directed by Fringe favourite Ken Brown.
(5-Stars) - Edmonton Sun
(5-Stars) - Global TV
(5-Stars) - StarPhoenix
“A festival must-see!” - CBC
www.theatrepublic.ca
Warnings: Subject Matter, Language,
RECOMMENDED:General Audience
60 min.
Venue# 18 The Gas Station Theatre 445 River Ave (at Osborne St.)
Tickets: $9
Under 12 not admitted.
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