Critically acclaimed spoken word storytellers and North Dakota natives Laura Bidgood and Curt Lund relive their sometimes painful, usually embarrassing, always laugh-out-loud funny childhoods growing up in Minnesota’s awkward stepsister to the West. From looking for love to hiding from Mondale, Take a Left at the Giant Cow is hilarious proof that you can take Curt and Laura out of North Dakota, but you can't take North Dakota out of them. Described as "smart" (Minnesota Monthly), "hot" (Lavender), "light-hearted" (MPR News) and "terrific" (Pioneer Press), this nostalgic show excavates the two performers' North Dakota roots and throws closet Lawrence Welk fans into a frenzy. Sold-out crowds packed the original five scheduled performances PLUS a sixth added "Encore" performance; two remount invitations extended its run to 15 performances. People apparently cannot get enough of North Dakota. (Who knew?) "MUST-SEE! ...typifies Fringey humor -- jocular and yet acerbic, delivered with wit and plenty of pop-culture references." (The Rake) "Fun and entertaining for North Dakota transplants, as well as anyone who remembers their own growing-up years." (METRO Magazine "Metro Minute", WCCO) "smart... a Fringe favorite" (Minnesota Monthly) The Onion A.V. Club "30 Most Intriguing Shows" Pick L'etoile Magazine "Weekend What's What" Pick "A surprising surge of nostalgia... The duo serves up self-deprecating anecdotes about growing up in North Dakota that capture the sense of community and wide-open possibility they love about the state." (Fargo Forum) "I love their low-key, smart, This American Life vibe... this one's way up on my list." (Fringe blogger Caitlin Gilmet) Audience members chimed in as well: "Witty, poignant tales of growing up awkwardly next to the norm... immensely funny." "Laura and Curt are excellent, funny storytellers. I was surrounded by many, many people (a sold-out house!) who were laughing their asses off." "Funny, light, poignant, self-effacing, and refreshing. Don't miss!" "It's heartwarming, and just plain hilarious... you'll kick yourself if you miss it." 2007 Fringe Encore winner! For information on booking Take a Left at the Giant Cow: A Beginner's Guide to North Dakota for your venue, contact Curt and Laura.