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SLAY ME
Solo Theatre · Theatre of Mutiny · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Victoria just found out the neighbor she's had a crush on is a serial killer and she's furious. Why hasn't he tried to serial kill her?
She's literally asking for it.
A comedy about wanting to die.
Victoria just found out the neighbor she's had a crush on is a serial killer and she's furious. Why hasn't he tried to serial kill her?
She's literally asking for it.
A comedy about wanting to die.
ELEMENO PEA
Comedic Theatre · PaperCut Theatre Co. · Ages 16+ · United States of America
A sharp, hilarious, and biting look at class, sisterhood, and privilege, 'Elemeno Pea' throws us into a lavish Martha's Vineyard estate where loyalty is tested, illusions unravel, and the price of luxury comes at a cost.
A sharp, hilarious, and biting look at class, sisterhood, and privilege, 'Elemeno Pea' throws us into a lavish Martha's Vineyard estate where loyalty is tested, illusions unravel, and the price of luxury comes at a cost.
GU
Dramatic Theatre · independent production · Ages 13+ · United States of America
5 women wake up in a giant mason jar. A factory worker, a privileged intern, a middle manager, a immigrant cleaner, and a jilted sales girl. With only two things in common: they work for the same company and they're in the same jar, tensions rise and we see the risk of fear and power of solidarity.
5 women wake up in a giant mason jar. A factory worker, a privileged intern, a middle manager, a immigrant cleaner, and a jilted sales girl. With only two things in common: they work for the same company and they're in the same jar, tensions rise and we see the risk of fear and power of solidarity.
BLACKOUT - NO HARD FEELINGS. A DARKLY COMIC RECKONING WITH BOOZE, BOYS AND BIG EMOTIONS
Solo Theatre · Kerri Van Auken and Soaring Solo Studios · Ages 18+ · United States of America
A dark & silly tale, we follow Mary Lynn, a seemingly sunny woman in arrested development with a predilection for escapism. A fateful bite of cake, kicks off a trip inside her head & she meets an irresistible cast of characters to confront the feelings she spent a lifetime blocking & blacking out.
A dark & silly tale, we follow Mary Lynn, a seemingly sunny woman in arrested development with a predilection for escapism. A fateful bite of cake, kicks off a trip inside her head & she meets an irresistible cast of characters to confront the feelings she spent a lifetime blocking & blacking out.
MANIC
Solo Theatre · SENORA DIRECTORA LLC · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Its 2001 & 9-year-old Roxy's Babushka just asked her what she wants to do with her life. In a Britney Spears & Us Weekly world, Roxy just wants to be famous. Through 14 characters, pop parodies & pre-recorded skits, we're taken on an inspirational joyride of what it means to nurture your inner child
Its 2001 & 9-year-old Roxy's Babushka just asked her what she wants to do with her life. In a Britney Spears & Us Weekly world, Roxy just wants to be famous. Through 14 characters, pop parodies & pre-recorded skits, we're taken on an inspirational joyride of what it means to nurture your inner child
"HI, MOM!"
Comedic Theatre · Hysterical Theatre Company · Ages 14+ · United States of America
"HI, MOM!" is a series of dark comedic monologues about the climate crisis. Amplifying the voices and stories of this global, ever-evolving topic, from the horny endangered sea turtle, to the angry activist, to the gentleman who has worked his entire life for the oil industry and loves it.
"HI, MOM!" is a series of dark comedic monologues about the climate crisis. Amplifying the voices and stories of this global, ever-evolving topic, from the horny endangered sea turtle, to the angry activist, to the gentleman who has worked his entire life for the oil industry and loves it.
MAYOR OF NOTHING
Clown & Alternative Comedy · Katie Balen · Ages 14+ · United States of America
Kelly Beacon is running for mayor of a town called Nothing. The only problem? That town doesn't exist.
Kelly Beacon is running for mayor of a town called Nothing. The only problem? That town doesn't exist.
INTERNATIONAL PARTY GIRL
Solo Theatre · Annie Laurie Daniel · Ages 18+ · United States of America
International Party Girl explores loneliness, club culture, fake friendships, and isolation. PG, the ultimate party girl, is trapped in a club’s smoking section. This show is a journey through her desires, addictions, and losses that will leave you laughing, weeping, and reaching for a drink.
International Party Girl explores loneliness, club culture, fake friendships, and isolation. PG, the ultimate party girl, is trapped in a club’s smoking section. This show is a journey through her desires, addictions, and losses that will leave you laughing, weeping, and reaching for a drink.
RESERVOIR DOLLS: THE WHOLE BLOODY AFFAIR
Comedy & Variety Acts · Lani Harms · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
The women of Quentin Tarantino in a one woman sketch show.
This HFF25 sold-out hit is back with brand new characters, multimedia elements, and even more audience surprises. Bigger and badder than ever: this is the whole bloody affair.
Written & performed by Lani Harms, directed by Laurie Magers.
The women of Quentin Tarantino in a one woman sketch show.
This HFF25 sold-out hit is back with brand new characters, multimedia elements, and even more audience surprises. Bigger and badder than ever: this is the whole bloody affair.
Written & performed by Lani Harms, directed by Laurie Magers.
TODD MACABRE
Clown & Alternative Comedy · Ian Bratschie · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Ian Bratschie’s Todd Macabre haunts the Hollywood Fringe with a fog-drenched solo show that celebrates clowning, horror, and queerness— delivering a performance that is raw, strange, and darkly funny. It will leave audiences electrified, like a lightning bolt into Frankenstein’s lab.
Ian Bratschie’s Todd Macabre haunts the Hollywood Fringe with a fog-drenched solo show that celebrates clowning, horror, and queerness— delivering a performance that is raw, strange, and darkly funny. It will leave audiences electrified, like a lightning bolt into Frankenstein’s lab.
GREEK VIPER
Solo Theatre · Viper's Nest Productions · Ages 15+ · United States of America
A charming pianist’s world unravels when love and tragedy drag him into a violent double life—hidden from his hilariously overbearing Greek parents. Greek Viper blends the heart of My Big Fat Greek Wedding with the grit of A Bronx Tale in a darkly funny and tragic solo show. 1 actor. 17 characters.
A charming pianist’s world unravels when love and tragedy drag him into a violent double life—hidden from his hilariously overbearing Greek parents. Greek Viper blends the heart of My Big Fat Greek Wedding with the grit of A Bronx Tale in a darkly funny and tragic solo show. 1 actor. 17 characters.
DOLL PLAY
Comedic Theatre · Lyss Johnson & Pamela Mora · Ages 18+ · United States of America
DOLL PLAY is an original dark comedy following two comedians through the trials and tribulations of life as adults. Using beloved childhood dolls to process their stories, the girlies play their way through the chaos.
DOLL PLAY is an original dark comedy following two comedians through the trials and tribulations of life as adults. Using beloved childhood dolls to process their stories, the girlies play their way through the chaos.
GLORYHOLE
Dramatic Theatre · the gangbusters theatre company · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Grief led Todd to a gloryhole. What he finds is a radical rebirth. In a world where bodies are content and pain is currency, one woman teaches him to live again. Gloryhole is scathing, soulful, and completely unfiltered. A sex-drenched ghost story for our time.
Grief led Todd to a gloryhole. What he finds is a radical rebirth. In a world where bodies are content and pain is currency, one woman teaches him to live again. Gloryhole is scathing, soulful, and completely unfiltered. A sex-drenched ghost story for our time.
HOW TO ESCAPE
Comedic Theatre · Natalie Slaiman · Ages 16+ · United States of America
One trip to a music festival. One full-blown episode. But what if losing her mind was the only way to find it? When one woman's psychotic break becomes a cosmic breakthrough, everything starts making (no) sense. A solo show about waking up to the dream of life - and the wild power of your thoughts.
One trip to a music festival. One full-blown episode. But what if losing her mind was the only way to find it? When one woman's psychotic break becomes a cosmic breakthrough, everything starts making (no) sense. A solo show about waking up to the dream of life - and the wild power of your thoughts.
PARIS + JULIET
Solo Theatre · Fresh Life Theatre · Ages 15+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Hot take: Juliet is selfish and Romeo is a d**k.
After his sell out, award nominated hit Rock Bottom, Charlie Day’s new show follows Paris through sexy dances, musical numbers and dead exes. Experience Romeo and Juliet through the unbiased eyes of Juliet’s lost lover.
This is Paris, not France.
Hot take: Juliet is selfish and Romeo is a d**k.
After his sell out, award nominated hit Rock Bottom, Charlie Day’s new show follows Paris through sexy dances, musical numbers and dead exes. Experience Romeo and Juliet through the unbiased eyes of Juliet’s lost lover.
This is Paris, not France.