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In Sperm Assassination, Pam Levin's one-woman show, she recounts her journey toward accepting motherhood with honesty, vulnerability, and humor. Levin is an award-winning performer and a charismatic storyteller, and her authenticity shines throughout the production. She presents her experiences with remarkable candor, allowing the audience to engage directly with her perspective rather than leaving room for excessive interpretation.... full review

A masterfully structured show that somehow gets funnier with every passing minute. Andrew Knox stars as Eleos Richard, a Licensed Male Emotions Specialist, and welcomes the audience to an Alpha Male Bootcamp for heterosexual men. As absurd as that premise sounds, the show evolves into something surprisingly heartfelt and moving. This is unlike anything else you'll see at Fringe. It is boldly original, highly conceptual, and consistently entertaining. It may be too early to make predictions, but... full review

What an imaginative and deeply moving piece of theater. The best way I can describe it is as "live theater animation". Banana Man Live is a production that feels as though a cartoon has come to life on stage through creativity, movement, and sheer theatrical ingenuity. If you allow yourself to step into Ari Fromm's (and Natalie Dressel's) imaginative world, you'll be richly rewarded. The story follows a banana on a journey of self-discovery. Beneath its playful premise lies a thoughtful and surpr... full review

This production is an adaptation of Harold Pinter's The Dumb Waiter, relocated to 1970s New York. I am a fan of Harold Pinter's work and I appreciated the opportunity to see this classic brought to life on stage. The play's tension, ambiguity, and dark humor remain intact. The performances are solid, and that feels to be the main focus of the production. Two actors produced this project and that is respectable, I am loving the emergence of classical works at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. For tho... full review

A musical parody of campy theater about a movie that is a revival of a cult classic, one of the most fun experiences in all of Fringe! If you're looking for smart, strange, high-energy comedy and a night of pure entertainment, this is a must-see. It's a celebration of over-the-top theatricality that embraces its ridiculousness with infectious enthusiasm. Award-winning Cherry Poppins Theater Company does it again, with another smash hit at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Expect to be entertained a... full review

I had seen Adam Smith's previous work, so I came in expecting to be entertained and he did not disappoint. Party Boy follows a man seemingly searching for connection amid the chaos of his own party, at least as I interpreted it. The show is an immersive experience driven by a character whose awkward, unpredictable energy evokes the spirit of Andy Kaufman and Zach Galifianakis. Much of the humor comes from watching him navigate his own discomfort, creating moments that are both cringeworthy and hi... full review

Powerful show about death and grief, a strong subject for the stage. One of the few shows I have seen that made me cry. Very strong acting with an excellent supporting cast. Nice direction and good use of the stage. Because this was originally written for the screen (as stated in the program), I wanted to hate this but couldn't - the story was excellent and philosophical in nature.... full review

Lone human holds microphone up to a broken society. The silent 99% become heard through a series of punk raps and emotional spoken word. A salute to Ronin, for calling out the imbalance of the past five years, even more. This show will grip you at your seat for the insight you will gain about what goes on behind closed doors. ... full review

A music show with all of the right elements. A rich, poetic, and meditative experience. Tara takes us on a journey through song and storytelling, creates a safe space for us to travel to. I had no idea what to expect and left the stage with bliss. ... full review

One of the most entertaining shows I have seen this year, and a brilliant concept. Fans of the bard, rejoice! A unique experience that gives light and laughter to some of Shakespeare's darkest scenes. This immersive experience uses audience participation to the max. A show with two dynamic hosts who run through all of the deaths in Shakespearean plays, as if it were a game show, with two actors (was three but one died - it's an inside joke).... full review