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MAN.

Comedic Theatre · Sonder Theater Company · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
Looking for love? Wes Jensen is "Man." and he is looking for the love of his life tonight! He exists to entertain, woo, satisfy, and above all: love. Follow Wes down the rabbit hole of connection, as he tugs every heart string until MAN-ifesting a soulmate. It may be you!
Looking for love? Wes Jensen is "Man." and he is looking for the love of his life tonight! He exists to entertain, woo, satisfy, and above all: love. Follow Wes down the rabbit hole of connection, as he tugs every heart string until MAN-ifesting a soulmate. It may be you!

MANDY KEEN: MAGGIE

Clown & Alternative Comedy · Mandy Keen · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
An audience-interactive solo comedy about starting over, transformation, and a fly’s desperate attempt to become someone new. Absurd, strangely tender, and unexpectedly moving, MAGGIE follows a tenacious trash-dwelling misfit as she searches for love, self-worth, and a place in the world.
An audience-interactive solo comedy about starting over, transformation, and a fly’s desperate attempt to become someone new. Absurd, strangely tender, and unexpectedly moving, MAGGIE follows a tenacious trash-dwelling misfit as she searches for love, self-worth, and a place in the world.

RE-VISITOR

Solo Theatre · That's Hollywood Baby · Ages 18+ · 50 mins · United States of America
A glimpse behind the curtain of the Fringe Festival, as observed by a first-time participant and first-time actor in 2025's "The Visitor" an immersive horror play set in the 1980s.
A glimpse behind the curtain of the Fringe Festival, as observed by a first-time participant and first-time actor in 2025's "The Visitor" an immersive horror play set in the 1980s.

SACK OF NERVES

Solo Theatre · Andrew Philllips · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
A darkly funny solo show about grief, attachment, and the illusion of control. Through chaotic storytelling and self-analysis, Andrew traces the patterns in his life and questions whether love is chosen, inherited, or simply repeated wiring.
A darkly funny solo show about grief, attachment, and the illusion of control. Through chaotic storytelling and self-analysis, Andrew traces the patterns in his life and questions whether love is chosen, inherited, or simply repeated wiring.

1 YEAR LATER…I DO HAVE A FRINGE SHOW (FOR REALS!)

Clown & Alternative Comedy · Pirate Monkey Production · Ages 16+ · 50 mins · United States of America
A follow-up to 2025’s “Aah Shit…I Didn’t Create My Fringe Show,” writer/performer Trevor Reece is back with an actual show* this year! *Please Note: relations between the production team and investors fell apart during development and attempts to recoup money COULD interrupt live performances
A follow-up to 2025’s “Aah Shit…I Didn’t Create My Fringe Show,” writer/performer Trevor Reece is back with an actual show* this year! *Please Note: relations between the production team and investors fell apart during development and attempts to recoup money COULD interrupt live performances

BRAIN EVICTION (A COMEDY)

Comedic Theatre · Kate Banford · Ages 16+ · 1hr · United States of America
Somewhere in Los Angeles a woman is being evicted. She has six months to live (in her home). Determined to find a sense of belonging, she lives her days like they are her last. A play about longing, loss and a plea for silliness in hard times. Written by Kate Banford & Andrew Shearer.
Somewhere in Los Angeles a woman is being evicted. She has six months to live (in her home). Determined to find a sense of belonging, she lives her days like they are her last. A play about longing, loss and a plea for silliness in hard times. Written by Kate Banford & Andrew Shearer.

HYSTERICAL

Clown & Alternative Comedy · Jackie Skinner · Ages 18+ · 50 mins · United States of America
A clown thriller. A (gorgeous) woman has been performing this room for years. Usually to nobody. Tonight you're here. "...this may turn out to be the funniest thing I see during the festival." – Plays Unpleasant, Philly Fringe 2025 Review
A clown thriller. A (gorgeous) woman has been performing this room for years. Usually to nobody. Tonight you're here. "...this may turn out to be the funniest thing I see during the festival." – Plays Unpleasant, Philly Fringe 2025 Review

CONFESSIONS OF A GROUPIE OR HOW I F'ED JIM MORRISON THE NIGHT HE DIED BUT I DIDN'T KILL HIM

Comedic Theatre · Tuesday Thomas · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
Listen to April May June Cornflower Blue Johnson AKA Debi Rasmussen as she tells you the tails of Being a rock groupie stalking.... errr following legendary bands for the last 60 Years! hear her wild tales inter spliced with her "iconic" renditions of todays songs she finds relevant!
Listen to April May June Cornflower Blue Johnson AKA Debi Rasmussen as she tells you the tails of Being a rock groupie stalking.... errr following legendary bands for the last 60 Years! hear her wild tales inter spliced with her "iconic" renditions of todays songs she finds relevant!

A SERIOUS ACTRESS

Comedic Theatre · MAGDA · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
In the golden age of bimbos one actress emerges more pathetic than the rest. Her mission? To write and rewrite her unpublished memoir in front of a live audience. What's worse than being a child actor? What happens when failure is the only option? She is destined to find out.
In the golden age of bimbos one actress emerges more pathetic than the rest. Her mission? To write and rewrite her unpublished memoir in front of a live audience. What's worse than being a child actor? What happens when failure is the only option? She is destined to find out.

A ROCK FEELS NO PAIN

Dramatic Theatre · Delightfully Strange · Ages 13+ · 45 mins · United States of America
When an aging actor and his new protege find a real dead body on a crime show set, they begin an acting exercise that goes wildly off the rails.
When an aging actor and his new protege find a real dead body on a crime show set, they begin an acting exercise that goes wildly off the rails.

A REVENGE ON REALITY

Comedic Theatre · An Important Business Office · Ages 13+ · 45 mins · United States of America
A Revenge on Reality is an absurd comedy following two roommates as they spiral into an existential crisis. One wants to write the next great philoshophical masterpiece, the other just wants to get through the day. It's a play about writing a play about writing a play about writing a play about wr--
A Revenge on Reality is an absurd comedy following two roommates as they spiral into an existential crisis. One wants to write the next great philoshophical masterpiece, the other just wants to get through the day. It's a play about writing a play about writing a play about writing a play about wr--

TRAVELERS: A TWO-HANDER IN DISCONNECTED PARTS.

Solo Theatre · LACC Theatre Academy · Ages 16+ · 90 mins · United States of America
A duet of solo shows by two new theatrical voices. Each play is dealing with the ramifications of life's absurdities and transitions. Adam Lopatka is sharing his new work, "Acne Scars" and April E is debuting her piece, "I am the Mountain People." (image courtesy vecteezy.com)
A duet of solo shows by two new theatrical voices. Each play is dealing with the ramifications of life's absurdities and transitions. Adam Lopatka is sharing his new work, "Acne Scars" and April E is debuting her piece, "I am the Mountain People." (image courtesy vecteezy.com)

LITTLE CHAOS

Comedic Theatre · I'm Your Darling Productions · Ages 14+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Poppy just wants to be happy. Who doesn't? But when a situationship starts to fall apart, her life turns into a chaotic mess where bodies collide, friendships stretch and snap, and Poppy is forced to confront what she’s willing to lose in order to feel whole. This is Little Chaos.
Poppy just wants to be happy. Who doesn't? But when a situationship starts to fall apart, her life turns into a chaotic mess where bodies collide, friendships stretch and snap, and Poppy is forced to confront what she’s willing to lose in order to feel whole. This is Little Chaos.

WEIRD AL IS GONNA DIE!

Comedy & Variety Acts · Ryan Hailey · Ages 16+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Who is going to be The Next King of Parody Music when Weird Al Yankovic ultimately passes? Find out in this sing-a-long parody music competition show!
Who is going to be The Next King of Parody Music when Weird Al Yankovic ultimately passes? Find out in this sing-a-long parody music competition show!

CIRQUE LUNAIRE: A PUPPET DEBACLE

Clown & Alternative Comedy · Soup Kitchen · Ages 15+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Welcome to the Cirque Lunaire! Step into the big top and encounter a storied and magical circus of puppets led by a kindly old ringmaster. Step back into a kinder time, one filled with childhood wonder and delight. But watch out, whispers of a coup are spreading among the performers...
Welcome to the Cirque Lunaire! Step into the big top and encounter a storied and magical circus of puppets led by a kindly old ringmaster. Step back into a kinder time, one filled with childhood wonder and delight. But watch out, whispers of a coup are spreading among the performers...
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