The Mads are Back
Frank Conniff and Trace Beaulieu are back in the movie-riffing business. They wrote, and starred as Dr. Clayton Forrester/Crow T. Robot (Trace) and TV’s Frank (Frank) on a little Minnesotan puppet show you may have heard of called Mystery Science Theater 3000. Now they’re at it again, riffing movies across the US and live online, every second Tuesday of the month.
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Plot Summary
A live touring show featuring the beloved "Mads" from Mystery Science Theater 3000. The show involves riffing on classic B-movies and sketches, bringing their unique brand of humorous commentary to a live audience. It's a reunion of the personalities known for their sharp wit and love of bad cinema.
Critical Reception
As a live touring show, critical reception is typically based on audience reaction and word-of-mouth, which has been overwhelmingly positive for previous "Mads" tours. Audiences consistently praise the chemistry between the performers and their ability to generate laughs through their commentary.
What Reviewers Say
- Fans celebrate the return of MST3K's iconic Mads for live riffing.
- The show is lauded for its improvisational humor and nostalgic appeal.
- Audiences enjoy the interactive nature of the live performance and the camaraderie of the cast.
Google audience: Audience feedback for "The Mads Are Back" tours is consistently enthusiastic, with fans highlighting the performers' sharp wit, excellent comedic timing, and the fun, engaging atmosphere of the live shows. Many express delight at seeing their favorite MST3K personalities reunite.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (Live touring show)
Fun Fact
The "Mads" characters (Dr. Clayton Forrester, Dr. Erhardt, and later Professor Bobo) were principal antagonists in Mystery Science Theater 3000, framing and tormenting Joel Hodgson and Mike Nelson by forcing them to watch bad movies.
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