Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

Such a funny and intriguing take on fame can take over, and a deep dive on character and madness. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time but also couldn't stop laughing. Love this show and so happy I could come see it! Burt is such a fascinating and well written character and I love that I got to feel like a part of the show as the audience watching it play out. Go check this one out! ... full review

Clever re-telling of the story. Loved the music and the flow.... full review

This hilarious satire pushes the limit in the best way. ... full review

I laughed, I cried. A powerful story of love, loss, forgiveness, and resilience. Rachel Murray as Taylor was phenomenal. The entire cast delivered heartfelt performances that drew me in from beginning to end. Redemption Song is a moving reminder that even after unimaginable loss, healing and forgiveness are possible. Beautifully written and performed. ... full review

STUNNING. STELLAR. PURE THEATRE MAGIC. ... full review

This show is filled with phenomenal character work, hilarious references to the greatest rockstars of the 70s and 80s, and is unapologetically stupid in the best way. Tuesday is an icon. ... full review

This show was really impressive. It was a very polished tight comedy presentation that I wouldn't be surprised at all to see as a Netflix comedy special. I have found myself reciting some of my favorite lines over and over since seeing this show. I have not stopped thinking about hilarious lines like "guns are the bullets of metaphors" - so much so that I think I may even be making sense of the nonsense the more I think about it. The fact that practically every line of this show feels like a thro... full review

Brilliant! Ashley Diaz is outstanding. She had me captivated from start to finish. This is a wonderful take on a very serious issue regarding fear and perceptions surrounding gender norms.... full review

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