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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.

BREAKUP ADDICT

Soaring Solo · Ages 18+ · United States of America
It's a beautiful day for an ego death! Breakup Addict will take you on an emotional (and hilarious) rollercoaster, as Paige chases the high of heartbreak, battles her inner demons, and crashes head-first into a humiliating self-love adventure. "This woman is otherworldly good.” -NoHo Arts District
It's a beautiful day for an ego death! Breakup Addict will take you on an emotional (and hilarious) rollercoaster, as Paige chases the high of heartbreak, battles her inner demons, and crashes head-first into a humiliating self-love adventure. "This woman is otherworldly good.” -NoHo Arts District

TRUST ME, I'M FROM ESSEX

My Friends Lindsay · Ages 15+ · United States of America
“OFFICIAL WINNER OF THE HOLLYWOOD ENCORE PRODUCERS’ AWARD” In "Trust me, I'm from Essex", Essex born Lindsay Lucas-Bartlett will take you on a journey through life growing up in Essex and making the jump to Los Angeles. A one woman solo musical.
“OFFICIAL WINNER OF THE HOLLYWOOD ENCORE PRODUCERS’ AWARD” In "Trust me, I'm from Essex", Essex born Lindsay Lucas-Bartlett will take you on a journey through life growing up in Essex and making the jump to Los Angeles. A one woman solo musical.

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.

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?

SOMETHING LIKE... MUSICAL

Self · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Something Like... Musical is the only comedy show in Los Angeles where Kelsey Harper learns the music to a famous musical, doesn't look up the plot, then performs what SHE believes happens with finger puppets.
Something Like... Musical is the only comedy show in Los Angeles where Kelsey Harper learns the music to a famous musical, doesn't look up the plot, then performs what SHE believes happens with finger puppets.

GETTING THERE! WINNER! BEST SOLO SHOW! 2023

Rebecca O'Brien's Solo Show Directed by Cameron Watson · Ages 21+ · United States of America
"O’Brien Directed by the respected Cameron Watson, this one-woman gem ... a heart-piercing, transformative wonder, meticulously put together & performed on an emotional edge that sneaks up on you & then leaves you floating out of the theater high on the surprising possibilities of life." LA Magazine
"O’Brien Directed by the respected Cameron Watson, this one-woman gem ... a heart-piercing, transformative wonder, meticulously put together & performed on an emotional edge that sneaks up on you & then leaves you floating out of the theater high on the surprising possibilities of life." LA Magazine

THIS WAS NEVER SUPPOSED TO BE A ONE WOMAN SHOW

Bipolar Fantasy Squad · Ages 14+ · United States of America
Samantha’s comedy partner Brit died by suicide in the middle of writing a comedy show about mental illness for them to perform together. So… this is not that show! This is what that show became, performed by a comedian trying to figure out what she has to become now with out her sidekick.
Samantha’s comedy partner Brit died by suicide in the middle of writing a comedy show about mental illness for them to perform together. So… this is not that show! This is what that show became, performed by a comedian trying to figure out what she has to become now with out her sidekick.

PATIENT 13

Gail Thomas and friends. · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Chronically single, Gail is good at setting boundaries, until a scary diagnosis forces her to rethink the lines between herself and others. This dark comedy tracks her evolution and participation as patient #13 in a ground-breaking FDA study that gives psilocybin (magic mushrooms) to a select few.
Chronically single, Gail is good at setting boundaries, until a scary diagnosis forces her to rethink the lines between herself and others. This dark comedy tracks her evolution and participation as patient #13 in a ground-breaking FDA study that gives psilocybin (magic mushrooms) to a select few.

MISSIONARY POSITIONS

Solo Show · Soaring Solo · Ages 16+ · United States of America
What the f*ck is up with Evangelicals? Good question. Dan can help. He started life as a Christian missionary kid, but now, he’s gotten himself terribly lost. He’s retracing his steps, pondering God, sin, and balls in this irreverent testimony. The good news? Your soul is fine. Save your seat.
What the f*ck is up with Evangelicals? Good question. Dan can help. He started life as a Christian missionary kid, but now, he’s gotten himself terribly lost. He’s retracing his steps, pondering God, sin, and balls in this irreverent testimony. The good news? Your soul is fine. Save your seat.

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?

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Solo Show · Heather Tyson · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Betrayal. Boxes. And the road to reclaiming oneself. How a nice, hard-working, Catholic girl from the Midwest lost her entire set of belief systems... and ended up finding herself. Laughter, tears, automotive lingo, and dancing expected.
Betrayal. Boxes. And the road to reclaiming oneself. How a nice, hard-working, Catholic girl from the Midwest lost her entire set of belief systems... and ended up finding herself. Laughter, tears, automotive lingo, and dancing expected.

THE SAD LIFE OF A HAPPY MAN

Solo Show · Soaring Solo Studios · Ages 13+ · United States of America
If you could peer inside the mind of an artist pushing themself to the brink of disaster, would you? This solo piece explores creativity, getting tossed into the throws of depression and suicidal ideation, and trying to find purpose in it all... before the clock runs out.
If you could peer inside the mind of an artist pushing themself to the brink of disaster, would you? This solo piece explores creativity, getting tossed into the throws of depression and suicidal ideation, and trying to find purpose in it all... before the clock runs out.

REFUGE (WINNER OF HOLLYWOOD ENCORE PRODUCERS’ AWARD)

Pavan J Singh · Ages 16+ · Singapore
Now available on VOD: https://asylumcombinedartform.vhx.tv/products/refuge A simple man, living a peaceful life with his beautiful family, suddenly realises that the only choice he has... is to run. "Refuge" is a one-man show written and performed by Singapore-based theatre artist Pavan J Singh
Now available on VOD: https://asylumcombinedartform.vhx.tv/products/refuge A simple man, living a peaceful life with his beautiful family, suddenly realises that the only choice he has... is to run. "Refuge" is a one-man show written and performed by Singapore-based theatre artist Pavan J Singh

I CAN'T INDIAN GOOD

Soaring Solo Studios · Ages 12+ · United States of America
“I Can’t Indian Good” is a comedic solo show written/performed by Brandon Raman, a first generation Indian-American with zero ties to India, exploring how you can build a sense of personal identity when you feel culturally adrift. Sometimes all you need is a carpooling herd of (imaginary) ancestors.
“I Can’t Indian Good” is a comedic solo show written/performed by Brandon Raman, a first generation Indian-American with zero ties to India, exploring how you can build a sense of personal identity when you feel culturally adrift. Sometimes all you need is a carpooling herd of (imaginary) ancestors.
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