EdFringe Talk: Woody Fu: One Man John Wick

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“When I first came I fell in love with all lo-fi theater magic. Shows like Police Cops and Don Juan were so anarchic, fun, and inventive with staging that I was incredibly inspired.”

WHO: Woody Fu

WHAT: “John Wick. John Wick Chapter 2. John Wick Chapter 3. What do these movies have in common? Woody has seen them. Now, he’s embodying the world’s favourite Canadian action star Keanu Reeves in this scripted comedy, calling on the audience to help create movie magic live onstage. There will be car chases, ultra-violence and a plot device labelled “undeveloped dead wife character”. After selling out Hollywood Fringe and winning Best of Fest at Toronto Sketchfest, this hit show comes to Edinburgh! Presented by Chris Grace (Baby Wants Candy, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson, Sardines!).”

WHERE: The Crate at Assembly George Square (Venue 8) 

WHEN: 20:50 (60 min)

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Is this your first time to Edinburgh?

I first performed in Edinburgh in 2018 with the musical improv group Baby Wants Candy, and as a lead in the scripted comedy “Thrones! The Musical” (I played Jon Snow of course). This is my first time bringing a show and I am thrilled!

When I first came I fell in love with all lo-fi theater magic. Shows like Police Cops and Don Juan were so anarchic, fun, and inventive with staging that I was incredibly inspired. They made me step up every aspect of my own writing and performance.

I also love the community. It’s a rich and fertile group of likeminded international weirdos who are insanely creative and funny, thoughtful and talented. I feel very lucky to be participating this year.

What are the big things you’ve learned since 2024 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?

Despite my best intentions I have learned to take care of myself. Did you know that apparently water, exercise, rest and eating greens is somehow good for you? Apparently it’s true! As I come to Edinburgh this year, my main focus will be to not overcommit myself, to just breathe and do one thing at a time. Also! Music is key: Jamie XX to relax, Run the Jewels to get hype.

Tell us about your show.

This is a scripted solo comedy show called WOODY FU: ONE MAN JOHN WICK. Terrible to say out loud, but great for SEO. It takes us on the set of John Wick Chapter 5: E Pluribus Unum. Keanu needs the audience’s help to recreate all the hallmarks of this billion dollar franchise: car chases, gun-fu, and vaguely Eastern European thugs. Audience members become the crew on the “film set,” filling out various jobs like Line Producer, Writer, and most importantly the Key Grip (the keys must be gripped).

Along the way, we’ll ride motorcycles, snap some necks, and revisit Keanu’s most iconic films in a celebration of our favorite sexagenarian Canadian action star. My show enjoyed a sold out run at Hollywood Fringe, and toured the states at comedy festivals. It also won Best of Fest at Toronto Sketchfest!

I’m an actor and comedian based in Los Angeles. I was featured as a New Face of Comedy by Just For Laughs. You may have seen me on ABC, CBS, FX, HBO Max, HULU, Comedy Central, Peacock, and Netflix playing a weirdo character.

What should your audience see at the festivals after they’ve seen your show?

Sophie’s Surprise 29th is an absolutely perfect show. You will be thrilled and delighted. At one point you will scream and cover your eyes with your hands, only to peak through them.

Baby Wants Candy & Shamilton for top tier musical improv from the very best!

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