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THE PYREX: A EUTHAN-ASIAN STORY

Comedic Theatre · Eric L. Hsu · Ages 12+ · United States of America
When a Taiwanese American matriarch decides to end her life on her own terms, her family is thrown into emotional chaos. Part play, part oral history, The Pyrex captures the humor, heartbreak, and raw humanity of a real family in an unreal moment. A 2025 Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Recipient.
When a Taiwanese American matriarch decides to end her life on her own terms, her family is thrown into emotional chaos. Part play, part oral history, The Pyrex captures the humor, heartbreak, and raw humanity of a real family in an unreal moment. A 2025 Hollywood Fringe Scholarship Recipient.

A REAL MAN

Solo Theatre · Frank Traynor · Ages 18+ · Argentina
An unexpected seventh child, born many years after his six siblings, Frank Traynor grows up in Argentina struggling to fit in. His solution? Becoming the quintessential "real man." This coming-of-age tale is a wild ride through family, life, death, and the hilariously awkward quest for self-worth.
An unexpected seventh child, born many years after his six siblings, Frank Traynor grows up in Argentina struggling to fit in. His solution? Becoming the quintessential "real man." This coming-of-age tale is a wild ride through family, life, death, and the hilariously awkward quest for self-worth.

THE TONIGHT HOAX WITH JAN JACOBSON

Comedic Theatre · Lewis & Lewis · Ages 15+ · United States of America
The Tonight Hoax tells the true story of a 21-year-old who pulls off an elaborate prank on The Tonight Show, only to discover his greatest con was the one he played on himself.
The Tonight Hoax tells the true story of a 21-year-old who pulls off an elaborate prank on The Tonight Show, only to discover his greatest con was the one he played on himself.

THE DOG LOG

Solo Theatre · Unaffiliated · Ages 14+ · United States of America
Richard Lucas takes you on his journey of redemption via barking dogs, barking neighbors, and barking self. Based on his Amazon #1 best selling memoir The Dog Log: An Accidental Memoir of Yapping Yorkies, Quarreling Neighbors, and the Unlikely Friendships that Saved My Life (Chicago Review Press).
Richard Lucas takes you on his journey of redemption via barking dogs, barking neighbors, and barking self. Based on his Amazon #1 best selling memoir The Dog Log: An Accidental Memoir of Yapping Yorkies, Quarreling Neighbors, and the Unlikely Friendships that Saved My Life (Chicago Review Press).

ELTON IN VICE-BOYS SCANDAL

Solo Theatre · Fringe Management LLC · Ages 15+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
SHOCKING EXPOSÉ! This EXCLUSIVE World Premiere play NAILS the TRUE STORY of the lawsuit which changed a nation. It features Britain’s BIGGEST EVER libel case and the TITANIC struggle between the WORLD’S BIGGEST STAR and the WORLD’S MOST POPULAR Daily. IT’S ELTON JOHN VS THE SUN!!!
SHOCKING EXPOSÉ! This EXCLUSIVE World Premiere play NAILS the TRUE STORY of the lawsuit which changed a nation. It features Britain’s BIGGEST EVER libel case and the TITANIC struggle between the WORLD’S BIGGEST STAR and the WORLD’S MOST POPULAR Daily. IT’S ELTON JOHN VS THE SUN!!!

MY TIGER

Dramatic Theatre · DPV Productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Starting in the rural suburbs of Philadelphia, My Tiger follows a young mixed race boy as he comes to terms with his ethnicity. This semi-autobiographical story takes place over 25 years and examines the price people pay for their identity. *Content Warning* Racism, Bigotry, Fascism
Starting in the rural suburbs of Philadelphia, My Tiger follows a young mixed race boy as he comes to terms with his ethnicity. This semi-autobiographical story takes place over 25 years and examines the price people pay for their identity. *Content Warning* Racism, Bigotry, Fascism

LA E$TRELLA

Dance & Physical Theatre · LA Estrella Productions · Ages 8+ · United States of America
The true story of a Transgender Latina performer Elektra Estrella Armenta, discovering her Womanhood through drag and later dance. As a child, Elektra has always wanted to dance and perform, not afraid of expressing herself and her femininity. Despite all obstacles, she embraces her star power!
The true story of a Transgender Latina performer Elektra Estrella Armenta, discovering her Womanhood through drag and later dance. As a child, Elektra has always wanted to dance and perform, not afraid of expressing herself and her femininity. Despite all obstacles, she embraces her star power!

UNCLE TOM:THE TRUE STORY OF JOSIAH HENSON

Dramatic Theatre · solo show · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Little is known about Josiah Henson, the formerly enslaved man who escaped slavery with his wife and children. Most know him as Uncle Tom, from the book Uncle Tom's Cabin, which Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote after reading his biography. This one man show will share Josiah's heroic journey to freedom.
Little is known about Josiah Henson, the formerly enslaved man who escaped slavery with his wife and children. Most know him as Uncle Tom, from the book Uncle Tom's Cabin, which Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote after reading his biography. This one man show will share Josiah's heroic journey to freedom.

DO BETTER

Solo Theatre · SpotCorp Events · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Do Better is a one-person comedic drama with magic—A Dramagedy—that examines life after unwavering grief. After Izzy experienced unimaginable loss at 10 years old, the only way forward was, and remains, to laugh through the pain and do a card trick. By honoring one's own story, anyone can Do Better.
Do Better is a one-person comedic drama with magic—A Dramagedy—that examines life after unwavering grief. After Izzy experienced unimaginable loss at 10 years old, the only way forward was, and remains, to laugh through the pain and do a card trick. By honoring one's own story, anyone can Do Better.

BUEN CAMINO

Solo Theatre · Susan Edsall · Ages 14+ · United States of America
Susan has a perfect life, a perfect love, and perfect happiness. When she undergoes an unexpected loss, that all ends. A solo show told through 23 captivating characters and dynamic multimedia, Buen Camino is an hour-long walk through 540 miles of rain, resentment, and redemption.
Susan has a perfect life, a perfect love, and perfect happiness. When she undergoes an unexpected loss, that all ends. A solo show told through 23 captivating characters and dynamic multimedia, Buen Camino is an hour-long walk through 540 miles of rain, resentment, and redemption.

NO GOOD DRUNK

Musicals & Operas · Stacie Burrows · Ages 15+ · United States of America
One hour multi-media, solo theatrical concert based on true events by Texas-born, LA-based performer Stacie Burrows. No Good Drunk is a Southern Gothic blend of stories and songs about love gone wrong.
One hour multi-media, solo theatrical concert based on true events by Texas-born, LA-based performer Stacie Burrows. No Good Drunk is a Southern Gothic blend of stories and songs about love gone wrong.

SAFETY STEW

Solo Theatre · BK Wong · Ages 16+ · United States of America
In the wake of her elderly father's bizarre death, one woman processes the five stages of grief--literally. With the aid of an actual food processor. BK takes you through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and finally acceptance.
In the wake of her elderly father's bizarre death, one woman processes the five stages of grief--literally. With the aid of an actual food processor. BK takes you through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and finally acceptance.

UNTIL DEATH

Comedic Theatre · Nalini Sharma Presents · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Until Death is a theatre and clown show with a touch of circus, set in a hospital where time collapses and humans panic in moments of death and existence.
Until Death is a theatre and clown show with a touch of circus, set in a hospital where time collapses and humans panic in moments of death and existence.

MORE JOY: A MUMOIR

Solo Theatre · Suzannah Butcher · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Suz, is a Millennial Mum with a bad case of the baby blues. Set against the loopy backdrop of LA, with her self-deprecating British humor, she navigates the shit show that is early motherhood. Real-life stories, characters and dream sequence randomness, written and performed by Suzannah Butcher.
Suz, is a Millennial Mum with a bad case of the baby blues. Set against the loopy backdrop of LA, with her self-deprecating British humor, she navigates the shit show that is early motherhood. Real-life stories, characters and dream sequence randomness, written and performed by Suzannah Butcher.

I BLAME FLORIDA

Solo Theatre · Kelly Spillman · Ages 16+ · United States of America
I Blame Florida is a funny and moving solo show that details Kelly Spillman's quest to beat stage 4 colon cancer. Kelly illustrates how laughter can be a powerful tool in facing even the darkest of times.
I Blame Florida is a funny and moving solo show that details Kelly Spillman's quest to beat stage 4 colon cancer. Kelly illustrates how laughter can be a powerful tool in facing even the darkest of times.
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