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WILL THE REAL ME PLEASE STAND UP?

Comedy · Alexandra Ryan · Ages 15+ · United States of America
Be yourself! Did that just give you anxiety? Great. You’ll love “Will the Real Me Please Stand Up”. It’s the anti-self help/anti-Ted talk show.
Be yourself! Did that just give you anxiety? Great. You’ll love “Will the Real Me Please Stand Up”. It’s the anti-self help/anti-Ted talk show.

DETROIT

Comedy · Nothing Ever Happens Productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
After a sold-out run in April, the LA premiere of Lisa D’Amour’s pulitzer-prize nominated play is here! Come experience this darkly hilarious and scorching examination of the so-called “American Dream," jolted to life by an award-winning cast
After a sold-out run in April, the LA premiere of Lisa D’Amour’s pulitzer-prize nominated play is here! Come experience this darkly hilarious and scorching examination of the so-called “American Dream," jolted to life by an award-winning cast

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

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

Solo Theatre · 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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

VAMPIRE NIGHTCLUB, 1983

Solo Show · Audrey Valcourt · Ages 13+ · United States of America
A tale of eternal love, blood, guts, and gothic nightclubs. A solo show by Audrey Valcourt.
A tale of eternal love, blood, guts, and gothic nightclubs. A solo show by Audrey Valcourt.

THE SEAGULL

Drama · FutureHome Productions · Ages 13+ · United States of America
An immediate, unconventional and poetic production of Chekhov's classic that asks how and why we become the architects of our own cages.
An immediate, unconventional and poetic production of Chekhov's classic that asks how and why we become the architects of our own cages.
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