Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

In the Beginning

lily kerrigan · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
This show is for you if you've been having a lot of big feelings about the Bible or wishing the Almighty were a drag queen. A sharp exploration of gender, God, and doubt.... full review

The Bearer of Bad News

james robert · June 06, 2026 uncertified reviewer
Interesting perspective. Sometimes being the bearer of bad news is a difficult role, but honesty and timely communication are still important. I was reading through some information on Mahoning County Records recently, and it reminded me how valuable clear and accurate updates can be. Even when the message isn't positive, transparency helps people make better decisions and move forward with confidence.... full review

STRONG STOIC STRAITZ: ALPHA PODCAST FOR MALE KINGS (a musical)

anonymous · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
So fun! A send-up of the manosphere that could easily be depressing or get mired in the muck, but is instead funny and tight and charming as hell. ... full review

CLUB CLOWN

elissa luma · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Definitely a fun night out, i would totally see every one of these if it was a monthly show! ... full review

Good Boys Anonymous

lacey strachan · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
A brilliant, touching, and thought-provoking play. Highly recommend!... full review

Bus People

anonymous · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
BUS PEOPLE has a refreshing and hilarious take on LA transportation. The writer takes us into the world of LA transportation through a series of unconventional characters and addresses some of the stigmas attached to LA transit. Despite the show’s hilarity, BUS PEOPLE carries universal messages that land with all people, making the show a treat and lesson for all.... full review

Pardners

lowen jeffery · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
a funny, fast-paced little show with a feel-good love story at the center. it's gay space cowboys - what's not to love? pardners is a rootin tootin good time!... full review

CLUB CLOWN

tom szymanski · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
The preview felt like what I'd hope a final show to be. They crushed it! So fun!! Just a joy fest!... full review

Early Day

tom szymanski · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Moving, touching, funny. Absolutely worth your time (and money). Go see this show.... full review

Early Day

anonymous · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Exceptionally well written, acted, and produced. Each scene was a fantastic mix of hard hitting emotional moments and smartly deployed bits of comedy. I loved every part of it and I will be back for each show, so you should too!!!... full review

Pardners

anonymous · June 06, 2026 uncertified reviewer
phenomenally hilarious love story for the ages. ... full review

Franken's A.I.

sandro monetti · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
A smart and entertaining addition to the Frankenstein canon. 'It's alive!'... full review

Sam Ditto: I Quit!

anonymous · June 06, 2026 uncertified reviewer
Tight and genuinely funny in parts. Struggled with the “look at me” energy by the performer and their comfort with their nepotistic perspective. ... full review

MPAT's Burt Thunders Presents: The First Annual Fundraiser to Save the Whales

anonymous · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
This is an amazing surrealist show with stunning actors going all out to deliver a clusterfuck sorry clusterfrick of a telethon... full review

Waiting for [Gal] Gadot by Jake Thomas

june angela · June 06, 2026 uncertified reviewer
What a GREAT piece! Brilliant, innovative writing by Jake Thomas and directing by Stephanie Sheh - even the intermission. Wonderful actors including Thomas and Michael Sinterniklaas. So original, thoroughly enjoyed it. A must see!... full review

Kimchi Life Crisis

esther eisenstein · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
fantastic show slice of life of an aspiring comedian great energy not a dull moment a must see... full review

THE McENFRO SHOW

gherkin picklewater · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Brilliant, hilarious, risqué, avant guard clown/ circus theatre... full review

Devil in the Diner

lars toler · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
fabulous original show by Gideon Amick! perfect casting! definitely check it out if you’re a fan of Twilight Zone vibes.... full review

SOMETHING SPOOKY

jared goode · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Jon is a master storyteller who spins a tale with the perfect blend of creepy and comedy! ... full review

Cirque Lunaire: a puppet debacle

nikki carnarius · June 06, 2026 certified reviewer
Me and my co-writer for The Mysteries of Persephone came to check out Cirque Lunaire and were blown away! I love a show where you can have a psychedelic experience while being totally sober. That was this show.... full review

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