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BINGO!

antimatter collective · Ages 13+ · United States of America
A disgruntled comedian struggles through an epic mental breakdown while calling the bingo game at an old folks' home. Featuring actual, interactive bingo!
A disgruntled comedian struggles through an epic mental breakdown while calling the bingo game at an old folks' home. Featuring actual, interactive bingo!

UNWRAPPED: LIFE AFTER GIFTEDNESS

Solo Show · 178 blank productions · Ages 13+ · United States of America
What happens when you convince a child that she’s a statistical anomaly—in everything? From discovering mortality at circle time to a brief stint as an MD, Kira's autobiographical tragicomedy reflects on the loneliness, tomfoolery, grief, and absurdity of growing up in a culture of exceptionalism.
What happens when you convince a child that she’s a statistical anomaly—in everything? From discovering mortality at circle time to a brief stint as an MD, Kira's autobiographical tragicomedy reflects on the loneliness, tomfoolery, grief, and absurdity of growing up in a culture of exceptionalism.

ATTACK OF THE 36 TRIPLE G WOMAN

natalie perlin · Ages 21+ · United States of America
Called a 'dark, hilarious, Jewish Dolly Parton', America's salacious sweetheart Natalie Perlin seeks revenge on every man who wronged her. From summer-camp crushes to Hitler. No man is safe! Kinky, provocative, brilliantly unhinged! Not for the easily offended.
Called a 'dark, hilarious, Jewish Dolly Parton', America's salacious sweetheart Natalie Perlin seeks revenge on every man who wronged her. From summer-camp crushes to Hitler. No man is safe! Kinky, provocative, brilliantly unhinged! Not for the easily offended.

BEFOK (OR THE DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO IMPRESS IÑÁRRITU)

Solo Show · asta leigh · Ages 18+ · United States of America
After spotting director Alejandro González Iñárritu at the Alta Dena Wholefoods, actress Lola Luvv is convinced it’s a sign she’s destined to play the lead in his TV show “The One Percent.” What follows is a manic ride of determination, desperation, ketamine and chickens.
After spotting director Alejandro González Iñárritu at the Alta Dena Wholefoods, actress Lola Luvv is convinced it’s a sign she’s destined to play the lead in his TV show “The One Percent.” What follows is a manic ride of determination, desperation, ketamine and chickens.

HAUNTING RIGHTS

theatreghosts · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Every theatre has its ghost. This one has four; all vying for the title of resident theatre ghost... There can only be one. WINNER: Pick of the Fringe 2023 WINNER: Asylum @ Stephanie Feury 2023 Hollywood Encore Producers’ Award WINNER: San Diego International Fringe Festival Exchange Award
Every theatre has its ghost. This one has four; all vying for the title of resident theatre ghost... There can only be one. WINNER: Pick of the Fringe 2023 WINNER: Asylum @ Stephanie Feury 2023 Hollywood Encore Producers’ Award WINNER: San Diego International Fringe Festival Exchange Award

KEEPER

michigan left productions · Ages 17+ · United States of America
Get on the bus—we’re going to summer camp! In a simpler time of trust-falls and visits to the medical tent, some wounds are too deep for a camp nurse to heal. Michelle Murphy embodies her younger selves, through rejection, self-worth & survival, Murphy reveals why she is, in fact, a keeper.
Get on the bus—we’re going to summer camp! In a simpler time of trust-falls and visits to the medical tent, some wounds are too deep for a camp nurse to heal. Michelle Murphy embodies her younger selves, through rejection, self-worth & survival, Murphy reveals why she is, in fact, a keeper.

NICK PUPO: ADDICTED

Comedy · nick pupo · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Nick explores his turbulent relationship with drugs with clever wit and dark sincerity. Now 14 years clean of opiates, Nick reflects on his past, the choices he made and the promises he broke. Is he a bad person? Is he a bad friend? Does he deserve forgiveness?
Nick explores his turbulent relationship with drugs with clever wit and dark sincerity. Now 14 years clean of opiates, Nick reflects on his past, the choices he made and the promises he broke. Is he a bad person? Is he a bad friend? Does he deserve forgiveness?

TRYING

Solo Show · chance lang · Ages 18+ · United States of America
TRYING is a dark cerebral comedy about a young man moving out of his apartment. After a life altering rejection, through grief, withdrawals, and a hand injury, in a seemingly hopeless moment, Bruce finds hope through pursuing what he loves. The question is; will he move out, and escape the mob?
TRYING is a dark cerebral comedy about a young man moving out of his apartment. After a life altering rejection, through grief, withdrawals, and a hand injury, in a seemingly hopeless moment, Bruce finds hope through pursuing what he loves. The question is; will he move out, and escape the mob?

BRAVE FACE

Solo Show · hoo hah house productions · Ages 21+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
A pitch-black comedy, multimedia, solo show about sex, trauma and a woman's experience. Hoo Hah House presents a story that aims to share an honestly brittle narrative as a point of empowering those who struggle with trauma from sexual violence. ★★★★★ The Indiependent|Best Overall Show - EdFringe'21
A pitch-black comedy, multimedia, solo show about sex, trauma and a woman's experience. Hoo Hah House presents a story that aims to share an honestly brittle narrative as a point of empowering those who struggle with trauma from sexual violence. ★★★★★ The Indiependent|Best Overall Show - EdFringe'21

STUCK WITH YOU

Comedy · late bloomer productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
A young couple’s mission to free themselves from an escape room is — interrupted? — as they realize he is plotting a proposal, and she is brewing a breakup! Behold the clownery as they navigate the downfall of their relationship in this Taylor Swiftian thrill ride of a one act play.
A young couple’s mission to free themselves from an escape room is — interrupted? — as they realize he is plotting a proposal, and she is brewing a breakup! Behold the clownery as they navigate the downfall of their relationship in this Taylor Swiftian thrill ride of a one act play.

LIFE, DEATH & BLANKETS

ldb productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
This dark comedy tells the story of 3 young men who have a chance encounter due to a case of mistaken identity. That encounter changes their lives forever.
This dark comedy tells the story of 3 young men who have a chance encounter due to a case of mistaken identity. That encounter changes their lives forever.

FLAYED

josiah blount · Ages 18+ · United States of America
In conservative Southwest Virginia, a puritanical pastor attempts to deliver his first sermon, but is interrupted by the many obscene voices in his head. He must confront his theology, sexuality, and identity in order to finish his sermon and... to survive. Written & Performed by Josiah Blount.
In conservative Southwest Virginia, a puritanical pastor attempts to deliver his first sermon, but is interrupted by the many obscene voices in his head. He must confront his theology, sexuality, and identity in order to finish his sermon and... to survive. Written & Performed by Josiah Blount.

AVITAL ASH WORKSHOPS HER SUICIDE NOTE (WORK IN PROGRESS)

Comedy · avital ash · Ages 15+ · United States of America
Since her mother leapt from a building when Avital was a baby, she's been 50-50 on being alive. But who wants to turn into their mother? Irreverent stand-up from an ex-Hasidic queer Jew.
Since her mother leapt from a building when Avital was a baby, she's been 50-50 on being alive. But who wants to turn into their mother? Irreverent stand-up from an ex-Hasidic queer Jew.

WELCOME TO UA: UNMASKED ANONYMOUS

Two Person Show · meg & jess productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Are you ADDICTED to hiding? Are you FEARFUL of being yourself? Is your ALTER EGO in the driver’s seat? Stop Feeling Phony Strip Off The Layers Take Off The Mask Come to a UA Meeting Today!
Are you ADDICTED to hiding? Are you FEARFUL of being yourself? Is your ALTER EGO in the driver’s seat? Stop Feeling Phony Strip Off The Layers Take Off The Mask Come to a UA Meeting Today!

QUEEN MAB'S ALARMINGLY MANDATORY BRIDAL SHOWER

Solo Show · new musicals inc. · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Queen Mab, Ruler of all the Fairies, has commanded her Fairy Court to celebrate her 29th engagement. THIS time it's going to stick, and you WILL be there as Her witness. Or else.
Queen Mab, Ruler of all the Fairies, has commanded her Fairy Court to celebrate her 29th engagement. THIS time it's going to stick, and you WILL be there as Her witness. Or else.
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