Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

WHAT SURVIVES is an incredibly powerful piece, reaching beyond the boundaries we place in our politically divided country to showcase the humanity in us all, while still highlighting the injustices in today's world and forcing the audience to look those directly in the eye. A really incredible look into many different lives and encapsulation of the way things can feel so out of control right now. ... full review

ON THE LINE was an endlessly entertaining hour of tension stuck with these two characters inside a crisis call center. The acting was phenomenal and the writing snappy, really roping the audience in and letting them feel the fear alongside the main character.... full review

A really funny show that builds to a great conclusion ... full review

Such a fun show, it went by so fast! Taya is so funny, creative and easy to watch! The concept is simple and fun and it's a fresh new show every time! If you get there early you get to create a look and see it come to life in the show!... full review

Coffee Date was a lovely hour of perceptive observations and a hefty dose of clever humor! Ultimately, it was a wholesome and kind hearted invitation to search for and find love despite the curve balls life has to throw at you. ... full review

Yet another mind-bending renovation of Riley Smith’s Peter Jackson’s Tolkien classic. Missed the last 3? No worries, mate! Jump in here! Think you already know what happens? Fool of a Took! Smith and Cuomo prove they are still tricksy hobbitses with a few surprises that even Sauron’s great eye couldn’t see coming. Whether you’re a 1 or a 10 on the LOTR fan scale, there is something for everyone in this inventive comedic exploration.... full review

I really enjoyed this show. It was entertaining and funny. The entire cast was excellent. If you’re looking for a good laugh get a ticket for this show. One of the best Fringe Fest shows I’ve seen in while. ... full review

I had such a blast!!! Head to the hottest club at fringe if you want to have a good time!!! All these clowns are so talented- it is so impressive. Fantastic work everyone!... full review

Famemaxxing is a playful exploration of fame, ambition, and the desire to be seen. Aidan creates an atmosphere that feels relaxed, spontaneous, and fun, and the audience quickly gets swept up in the experience. A charming and enjoyable Fringe show. ... full review

I'll be honest, I wasn't sure I was going to like this. I've read A LOT of Chekhov and seen depressingly little of it and this was never my favorite piece. Chekhov is (similar to Brecht, but in a different way) really hard for Americans. BUT... this delighted me. Very smart choice on Brian Byrne's part taking advantage of the play's public domain status and making it his own. It was just delightful. ... full review

The show was thought provoking and a reminder of the conclusions that are made to quickly.Judgment before trial. All the players were outstanding with shout outs to, Alexis Jade, Juliano DeLugo, Evan Petrino, William Rosen, and Clay Keller.... full review

Mark Vigeant is masterfully silly in Out There. And yet for all the tomfoolery (so much!), the emotional core behind the character’s Very Bad Decisions (so many!) is surprising poignant.... full review

Goofball character. Laugh out loud silliness.... full review

Holy wow was this show fantastic! So well written, poignant, funny, exciting, and with just enough audience participation to keep you on your toes. Fun music, excellent dancing, incredible costumes, and a healthy dose of existentialism is all you really need. A must see!! ... full review

McEnfro is the absolute best. Hair Agassi is the 2nd best. Amazing show - come prepared to be shocked and amazed.... full review

An emotional ride - with notes of humor and poignant, heartfelt moments through the playwright’s family’s great escape from Communist Vietnam.... full review

Deeply personal. Thought provoking. Full of Heart. Vivi chronicles her family’s escape during the fall of Saigon and the power of community and kindness that saved not only her family’s lives, but the lives of thousands of others. ... full review

The Cicada Cast brings the light and dark out of each character, living in a grey uncertainty of right and wrong that makes the audience simultaneously cringe and root for them to find their way back to each other.... full review

Too fun!!! Great music/songs/story! Laughs! Best one I’ve seen! Great job everybody 🎸🎸👏👏🤘🤘... full review

The show weaves dark comedy with drama as the main character, Desiree, struggles some pretty intense topics.... full review