10 Minute Play Festival with a side of Fries and Beer

The University of Iowa Theater program usually hosts a ten minute play festival once a year. But apparently students want more. This last Tuesday (April 29th) I experienced my first 10 minute play festival at The Mill. It was hosted by a group called "Free Association Student Theater".

I only saw three of the plays (opting to go home due to illness), but my overall opinion was that they were average. Only one was slightly humorous, the others were slow moving and pointless, but I am not a theater major or a writer. The plays were written and acted out by undergrads. The best part of the 10 minute play festival is that it was at The Mill. Which means you can order a few pints and some fries while watching. I think I enjoyed the sustenance more than the plays.

Although this event was not particularly engaging, the back room at the mill (that some may not even be aware of) is a great place to grab drinks, great food, and watch the hundreds of other events they have going on weekly. To check out thier entertainment schedule go to icmill.com.