Benjamin B
Magician + Magic Inventor
David Arkenstone's MONA LISA MISSING! THE MUSICAL!
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June 26, 2025
certified reviewer
This is top-tier Fringe production value. Professional staging, clever libretto, seamless transitions, and a band that drives every moment create a masterpiece that feels Broadway-ready. It’s whimsical, romantic, musically rich, and utterly enchanting—a show that stays with you long after the lights go down!...
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Alan-cadabra!
benjamin b
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June 26, 2025
certified reviewer
Alan is a natural; maybe not so much a skilled magician, but definitely a brilliant storyteller and master performer. This show is hilarious, touching, and cleverly written. The characters were all super original and unique, and portrayed and written brilliantly. This show had me in stitches from top to bottom....
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None of Your Business
benjamin b
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June 26, 2025
certified reviewer
This is clowning with real heart. Funny, original, and surprisingly moving. You laugh, you squirm, and by the end, you feel like you’ve just made a new friend. It was so awkward and weird and I loved everything about ok....
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OOPS
benjamin b
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June 26, 2025
certified reviewer
It’s rare to find someone who can merge outrageous laughter with moments of real vulnerability so seamlessly. Olivia’s willingness to share everything from embarrassing mishaps to heartfelt moments gives the show a bravery that sticks. You laugh, you reflect, and you find yourself rooting for her long after the curtain call (and remembering to use the bathroom before the show too 😂)....
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FUCK! An Iceberg: A One Woman Titanic with Magic Preshow
benjamin b
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June 26, 2025
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This is an absurd, heartfelt parody of Titanic that morphs into something unexpectedly profound. It’s part comedy riot, part emotional journey, and all performed with raw talent. By the end I was laughing and tearing up, still processing the powerful closing moments. Plus it was unexpectedly a magic show as well. Fringe doesn’t get much more remarkable than this....
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A Real Man
benjamin b
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June 26, 2025
certified reviewer
This isn’t just a performance, it’s a lived journey. Frank inhabits A Real Man in a way that feels entirely authentic, exposing awkward, hilarious, and deeply human moments. By the end you’re not just entertained, you’re moved and brimming with a better understanding of identity, family, and what it means to become your true self....
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...And the Hits Just Keep On Coming!
benjamin b
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June 25, 2025
certified reviewer
This is clowning with heart—the perfect blend of absurdity, soul, and communal energy. Her uncanny ability to shift from silly to deeply introspective makes the spotlight feel like a shared space, not just a performance. You sing, you laugh, you reflect, and when the lights go down, you carry their story with you. The cameo from mom at the end was a nice touch as well....
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Falling: a disabled love story
benjamin b
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June 25, 2025
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This solo piece is a masterclass in comedy storytelling. It is smart, provocative, humorous, occasionally shocking, and never dull. Aaron’s performance leaves you questioning assumptions and feeling deeply seen. By the end, you’re not just cheering, you’re changed. It could give Birbiglia a run for his money any day of the week....
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Soft Animal
benjamin b
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June 25, 2025
certified reviewer
This is a fucking weird show for all the right reasons. It was absurd and soulful, loud and fragile. George’s physical comedy and clowning hit every mark: hilarious, vulnerable, deeply human. It’s the kind of performance that sticks in your head and makes you feel part of something bigger. Walk in curious, leave changed. It’s a Fringe festival standout you could watch again and again and not be bored....
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One Up: The Musical
benjamin b
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June 25, 2025
certified reviewer
This is a polished, heartwarming, and Broadway-ready…it could be on Broadway right now. It’s smart, campy 80s nostalgia with real emotional pull. The cast is stellar, the staging is clean, and the songs hit like power anthems. This show could easily jump to Broadway tomorrow and be a hit. It’s the kind of musical that grabs you—and never lets go....
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