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THE BOOK OF BRIARSHIRE

ensemble theatre · good shows · Ages 13+ · United States of America
An epic medieval fantasy comedy, where kickass women rule. Subverting the genre, with an almost entirely female ensemble cast, it's Monty Python with less pythons. "Hilarious." –LA Theatre Bites "Consistently funny." –Stage Raw "Struggling to catch our breath." – Mike-Check.com
An epic medieval fantasy comedy, where kickass women rule. Subverting the genre, with an almost entirely female ensemble cast, it's Monty Python with less pythons. "Hilarious." –LA Theatre Bites "Consistently funny." –Stage Raw "Struggling to catch our breath." – Mike-Check.com

LINCOLN 2020

ensemble theatre · spacewhale theatre company · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Like a lot of people today, jaded campaign manager Tess Baker (think Jessica Jones meets Josh Lyman) is sick of politics. She’s just about ready to throw in the towel when somebody wakes up a candidate she can work with - Abraham Lincoln.
Like a lot of people today, jaded campaign manager Tess Baker (think Jessica Jones meets Josh Lyman) is sick of politics. She’s just about ready to throw in the towel when somebody wakes up a candidate she can work with - Abraham Lincoln.

I'M JENNIFER MOTHER F*CKING LAWRENCE

comedy · cole quirk · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Actress Jennifer Lawrence has some pretty intense fears, and she's about to tackle her first one; a spider.
Actress Jennifer Lawrence has some pretty intense fears, and she's about to tackle her first one; a spider.

WHY DID THE CHICKEN CROSS THE ROAD?

ensemble theatre · matthew hennigar · Ages 14+ · United States of America
After a critically acclaimed run in London, “Why did the Chicken Cross the Road?” comes to LA as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Turning the familiar joke into a comedic quest, the play follows the words in that joke as they try to figure out their meaning and reach the 'real world'.
After a critically acclaimed run in London, “Why did the Chicken Cross the Road?” comes to LA as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Turning the familiar joke into a comedic quest, the play follows the words in that joke as they try to figure out their meaning and reach the 'real world'.

TREASON

ensemble theatre · bear elegance productions · Ages 13+ · United States of America
On a ranch in Nevada, Grant Wilson rules a made-up nation through empty shows of power and ridiculous propaganda, with his family as his only subjects. When his son takes the mission too far and his daughter questions everything, Grant fights for control in the face of family, country, and reality.
On a ranch in Nevada, Grant Wilson rules a made-up nation through empty shows of power and ridiculous propaganda, with his family as his only subjects. When his son takes the mission too far and his daughter questions everything, Grant fights for control in the face of family, country, and reality.

THE NARCISSIST NEXT DOOR

comedy · table of fun productions · Ages 14+ · United States of America
The power of positive thinking goes hilariously wrong when a new neighbor teaches two dispirited friends an Ancient Peruvian Self Help Philosophy. Instead of being transformed they end up held hostage by two inept kidnappers. "Be careful who you wish for" has never been more appropriate.
The power of positive thinking goes hilariously wrong when a new neighbor teaches two dispirited friends an Ancient Peruvian Self Help Philosophy. Instead of being transformed they end up held hostage by two inept kidnappers. "Be careful who you wish for" has never been more appropriate.

HUMAN FOUNTAINS

comedy · human fountains · Ages 0+ · United States of America
As seen on America's Got Talent (quarter-finalists) and countless television shows around the world! Prepare for a fountain show like you've never seen before! The Human Fountains' hilarious choreographed water spitting routines will keep you laughing and thirsty for more.
As seen on America's Got Talent (quarter-finalists) and countless television shows around the world! Prepare for a fountain show like you've never seen before! The Human Fountains' hilarious choreographed water spitting routines will keep you laughing and thirsty for more.

MIL GRUS

dance & physical theatre · mil grus · Ages 15+ · United States of America
LA’s premier bouffon troupe is a motley crew of miscreants who have crawled out of the gutter to make you question reality. This timeless satire features improvised feats of physical and existential comedy that defy explanation and provoke unfettered, eery glee. Come see what's behind the curtain...
LA’s premier bouffon troupe is a motley crew of miscreants who have crawled out of the gutter to make you question reality. This timeless satire features improvised feats of physical and existential comedy that defy explanation and provoke unfettered, eery glee. Come see what's behind the curtain...

LIFE PLAN, OR LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE IN A COLLAPSING WORLD

last to leave · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Winner of 2019 Producer Encore Award and nominated for HFF19 Best Immersive, Life Plan is semi-immersive satirical sci-fi—you’re live at a timeshare sales pitch from our dystopian future. Extended for one night only! This is your last chance of 2068 to live your DREAM LIFE, so don’t miss out!
Winner of 2019 Producer Encore Award and nominated for HFF19 Best Immersive, Life Plan is semi-immersive satirical sci-fi—you’re live at a timeshare sales pitch from our dystopian future. Extended for one night only! This is your last chance of 2068 to live your DREAM LIFE, so don’t miss out!

THE LAST CROISSANT

ensemble theatre · the attic collective · Ages 13+ · United States of America
We all go to the woods for our own reasons. Imogen wants Frederick’s love. He wants to see a rare bird. Toby wants to find herself. Ranger Dave wants to help. Bear needs everyone to please remain calm. Nine crowded campers will take you to the campfire to ponder loneliness, gender, and great snacks.
We all go to the woods for our own reasons. Imogen wants Frederick’s love. He wants to see a rare bird. Toby wants to find herself. Ranger Dave wants to help. Bear needs everyone to please remain calm. Nine crowded campers will take you to the campfire to ponder loneliness, gender, and great snacks.

THE MAYOR'S DEBATE OF TRANQUILITY, NEBRASKA

rah productions · Ages 15+ · United States of America
"A comedy as dark as this town's secrets..." The forced civility at a small town Mayor's debate shows cracks as the shallow and petty candidates dig deep on property taxes, parking meters and cupcake flavors, cracks that begin to reveal a secret horror that has paralyzed the town.
"A comedy as dark as this town's secrets..." The forced civility at a small town Mayor's debate shows cracks as the shallow and petty candidates dig deep on property taxes, parking meters and cupcake flavors, cracks that begin to reveal a secret horror that has paralyzed the town.

FIFTY SHADES OF MELANIA

comedy · liana mesaikou · Ages 17+ · United States of America
Victim or accomplice? Trapped or willing agent? Melania Trump is an enigma. This comedy show aims to explore the various faces of FLOTUS, who really doesn’t care. Or does she? Do u? What are some of the stereotypes women exploit or fight to reverse? What is our complicity as the audience?
Victim or accomplice? Trapped or willing agent? Melania Trump is an enigma. This comedy show aims to explore the various faces of FLOTUS, who really doesn’t care. Or does she? Do u? What are some of the stereotypes women exploit or fight to reverse? What is our complicity as the audience?

THE LAST POWERPOINT

solo performance · walk a mile works · Ages 13+ · United States of America
'Prospective' Ben, CEO of disIncorporated, delivers a persuasive PowerPoint presentation concerning his latest product offering: Mail-Order Seed Potato Death Clock. As an experimental economic maneuver, disInc. encourages you to pay what you can to attend (cost of parts & labor: $6.66 per customer).
'Prospective' Ben, CEO of disIncorporated, delivers a persuasive PowerPoint presentation concerning his latest product offering: Mail-Order Seed Potato Death Clock. As an experimental economic maneuver, disInc. encourages you to pay what you can to attend (cost of parts & labor: $6.66 per customer).

OLIVIA WILDE DOES NOT SURVIVE THE APOCALYPSE

Comedy · red flag media productions · Ages 13+ · United States of America
A hack director and a snooty actress stumble 300 years into the future, where an evil government has taken over the United States. As the only artists alive they must train political prisoners to put on a theatre production, or face execution.
A hack director and a snooty actress stumble 300 years into the future, where an evil government has taken over the United States. As the only artists alive they must train political prisoners to put on a theatre production, or face execution.

ORANGUTAN

solo performance · orangutan · Ages 15+ · United States of America
ORANGUTAN is a haunting and absurd one-woman show about the mother of a brutish (slightly orange) would-be dictator, and the tribalism that’s tearing our country apart. FOR MEDIA/PRESS REVIEW TICKETS CONTACT THE PUBLICIST: KUKER & LEE PR at: [email protected]
ORANGUTAN is a haunting and absurd one-woman show about the mother of a brutish (slightly orange) would-be dictator, and the tribalism that’s tearing our country apart. FOR MEDIA/PRESS REVIEW TICKETS CONTACT THE PUBLICIST: KUKER & LEE PR at: [email protected]