Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

I was excited to see this show, considering the subject matter. I was impressed with the set dressing, and I loved the stress ball and water giveaway! Also loved the dance sequence. Unfortunately, I can't say anything more specific, because I could hardly hear anything. The actors didn't seem to be very loud, and there were numerous points where they didn't cheat well to the audience, so since I was seated off to the side, their lines often got lost on their way to me.... full review

Lucy Isaula stretches a fantasy premise into what becomes a raw, honest, comedic, and ultimately heartbreaking experience. The Delulu Diaries follows an unnamed woman whose apartment is broken into in the middle of the night, forcing her to confront not only a faceless intruder but also the stories and delusions she has built around herself. Through humor and vulnerability, Isaula explores struggles familiar to many young adults who find themselves carrying burdens they are not quite ready to fac... full review

Such a beautiful, well-written story about navigating the trials of mental health both personally and as a loved one of someone struggling. It will crack your heart right open. Very impressive debut.... full review

An impactful new work with stunning performances by brilliant actors. ... full review

There's no show quite like a Molly Sharpe show. F*cking Famous takes this and runs wild with an increasingly bizarrely fascinating tale told with the fiercest sincerity that only Sharpe can bring. Gut-bustingly hilarious, unhinged chaos, do not miss out on F*cking Famous.... full review

Energetic Ensemble! Humorous romp during Medieval times about the discrimination we still face today.... full review

Annika Hoseth's Meet the Robinsons: The Unoffical Musical Parody has everything you could want in a great musical. While adapted from the beloved 2007 film Meet the Robinsons, the production confidently establishes its own identity, bringing fresh ideas and original creative touches to the material. Funny, heartfelt, imaginative, and bursting with creativity, Meet the Robinsons is a memorable ensemble piece that demonstrates the best of what the Hollywood Fringe Festival has to offer.... full review

A clever, unique backstage romp featuring a dynamic, versatile performance from Cylie Janiece. A wonderful blend of theatrical surprises, old-school comedy, and ultimately a poignant ending, Jackie, Baby! is a must-see for all you old Hollywood fans. ... full review

10 out of 10! Where most LA one person shows feel like a display of someone’s arc in psychotherapy this play extends into universal themes that are poignant and relatable and does so with great humor and grace. Laugh out loud funny this show will move you to question societal norms while having a raucous good time! 75 minutes feels like 30 in this hear felt journey. ... full review

What a wacky, brilliant insanely funny show!... full review

Extremely captivating, THE ABYSS didn't shy away from emotion while delivering entertainment and comedy. Brendan explored complicated family and personal dynamics through his signature humor and a delightful framing device creating a show that felt tight, light and meaningful. Loud laughs and not a dry eye in the audience.... full review

A lighthearted and authentic connection between performer and audience on the deeply challenging events of her life. I especially enjoyed the clever original songs that kept the show moving forward.... full review

Both one acts were well done and very funny. The cast was exceptional. Their energy and commitment to the characters was outstanding.... full review

An extremely creative take on a man's journey towards relevance in an extremely alienating society. This is Mark's best showcase of his storytelling, performance, and prowess with commanding a crowd. You may become part of the wilderness... full review

Plucky and spunky with a punk rock spirit, Cirque Lunaire: A Puppet Debacle can't meet its own ambition. What is lacks in craft, it makes up for in heart. I'm very excited to see what this team does next. ... full review

A fun, campy, hilarious solo-show! Truly made me want to quit my job and focus on the more important things in life. ... full review

A bold, darkly funny, and emotionally honest one-woman show that balances sharp comedy with real vulnerability. FAILURE TO THRIVE feels deeply personal while also tapping into something universal about survival, identity, and trying to hold yourself together in a chaotic world. ... full review

Disco Therapy by Liza Dealey-Thomason is a magical and unforgettable experience at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. We get to witness an artist not just talk about healing but actively create it in real time felt genuinely moving. It's a memorable, uplifting, and surprisingly healing theatrical experience that lingers long after the music ends. Highly recommended.... full review

Would see it a third time and still laugh at the same lines, still be utterly shocked, and still discover new delicious, naughty, hilarious, weird & wild things...Incredible... full review

A consuming, moody, and gutsy study of unhealthy boundaries and expectations. Cello Boy and Maestro feel like family in a usefully nightmarish way: vulnerable, defensive, and highly embodied. Their performance begs the question how do we reconcile each other’s societally prescribed roles while caring for who we are as humans with personal wants and needs?... full review