Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem is a must-see! Viva has packed this show to the brim with fearless and hilarious razor-sharp jokes. It's easy to imagine this not just as a filmed special, but as the first of many wonderful pieces in what is sure to be a great body of work. ... full review

A tight, smart, original, well-crafted comedy hour ready-made for a streaming special. Viva crushes it!... full review

Super funny and super polished. I really enjoyed the pacing and flow of the show, breaking out to stories and then returning to the party bathroom setting. Great staging, writing, and delivery. Deals with very real and relevant themes of self comparison in the age of social media and the "anxiety generation". Highly recommend seeing this show!... full review

Hidden Gem is one of the funniest hours at Fringe. Viva Rose channels the anxiety and self-awareness of her generation with the comedic chops of a well-jaded Gen X'er—sharp, dry, and unafraid to lean into the discomfort for laughs. The show reminded me of early Mike Birbiglia, but through a Gen Z lens—emotionally honest, sharply written, and perfectly delivered. It's funny in all the right unexpected places.... full review

Hidden Gem was hysterical! Unexpected humor in even the darkest of places, which is a real gift! She is such a natural and funny performer, her comedic timing and acting was fantastic. I was impressed with how engaging the story was and how wonderful it was overall. ... full review

It was like seeing Fleabag, but better ... full review

Incredibly personal and relatable show, that was both hilarious and insightful. Cannot recommend it highly enough! One of the best shows I’ve seen in years... full review

HIDDEN GEM IS A GEM... full review

Viva Rose is in complete command of her story and the chaos in her own mind in this brilliant memoir of a comedy special. ... full review

Viva couldn’t be better! The show succeeds as stand up comedy and personal storytelling. The meaning and cohesion of the show speak for themselves, and the humor throughout is constantly refreshing and never predictable. I didn’t want it to end!... full review