Walking Shadow Theatre


Frequently Asked Questions
 

What is "a theatrical game with puzzles"?
Saboteur is a live performance in which the audience participates in the action of the show by doing large-scale, hands-on puzzles. These puzzles are interspersed with theatrical sequences (much like cut scenes in a video game) and the story is revealed through this combination of performance and puzzles. For an example, visit the walk-through of our previous puzzle show 1926 Pleasant.

Is Saboteur an audience participatory show?
Yes, but not in the way you might be used to. The audience isn't expected to act or converse with the performers. You won't be required to dance or wear funny hats. You just get to do awesome puzzles.

What if puzzles aren't my thing?
You'd be surprised - you may have just the insight your team will need! But there will be other people at your performance who love figuring out the puzzles, and helping them find solutions can be lots of fun.

What is Saboteur about?
We might tell you "Spies", but then you'd know too much.

Why so many performances?
Because of the hands-on nature of Saboteur, it's important to keep the audience small (around 15 people per performance). Therefore we added performances to give more people the chance to see it.

Will the audience be moving around a lot?
You should expect to be on your feet for about 90 minutes (though limited seating will be available in certain rooms and accommodations can be made for those with reduced mobility).

Will concessions be available at the show?
Bottled water will be freely available, but we ask that you bring no other food or drink into the performance space.

Where is Saboteur being performed?
Saboteur is being performed at a secret location in Northeast Minneapolis. The location will be revealed once you have purchased tickets. This venue is along major bus lines and easily accessible from a nearby freeway.

How much territory will we cover?
Saboteur takes place in one location. You'll be walking from room to room, but we won't be kidnapping you in a van and taking you anywhere. Total distance traveled will be just a couple hundred feet, all indoors.

What will I get if I win?
Success is a journey, not a destination! Saboteur won't have winners and losers. Don't worry, we're not going to time you, and we won't be comparing one audience against another. Sure, there are puzzles to solve, but it's more of an experience than a competition.

Can I purchase tickets at the door?
No. Because of limited capacity, all tickets must be purchased in advance. Prices vary depending on the performance.

Still curious and want to know more?
Read the Saboteur press release.