Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

This was a truly charming story about a very tough subject matter. Mandy impressed me as a playwright with last years ALL CATS GO TO HELL, and this did as well. Her performance as the dinosaur was beautifully engaging and funny and provided a nice counterpoint to the serious subject matter of the play. Hailey and Devin are a great pair, with wonderful chemistry and performances.... full review

Love this show! I laughed I cried, it is very personal story about Brook’s growing up, her motherhood and how relationships and how we show up in them are very much influenced by our own inner struggles that when brought to conciousness can be resolved and, more importantly understood and accepted as human and normal. And yes - a lot of tennis, which is a brilliant anchor to Brooks show, and important part of it. You do not need to be expert though, as each of us, I am sure, can identify with som... full review

Reina's show explores how to navigate life's tough challenges: relationships, aging parents, and dealing with the US healthcare system... full review

Another incredible Molly Sharpe production. Such an icon and a legend and the Dutchess of Fringe. This is a must see production. Only Molly Sharpe could do this show. I bought the album and now I know genuinely all of the words to all of the songs. ... full review

A truly fun look at anxiety. Jasmine's catchy lyrics and charm draw you in. And it's balanced out by a grounded ending, where it gets much more vulnerable and serious.... full review

Doll Court delivers on the promise it makes to its audience: a courtroom full of dolls. The show is stupid, interactive, and such a unique type of show. You become totally immersed in the court of dolls. Great show for someone who wants to play pretend for 30 minutes or an aspiring lawyer. ... full review

Man did I love this show! It gave me the laughs I very much needed while also filling me with joy. The three main "straitz" really brought their characters to life and kept the show moving at a lightning pace. I've never been so willing to be mansplained to! The Greivance Train is an absolute highlight but there are so many gags that will keep you doubled over laughing the whole show.... full review

Micah & Marnina are exceedingly charming, brilliant, hilarious songsmiths. ... full review

Homecoming is really something special. Dara brings to light complicated feelings about loss in ways that are funny yet meaningful. We will all face some loss in our lives and Homecoming is such a wonderful model for how we should collectively face grief. ... full review

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Reina shares a challenging life chapter - or "lifemageddon" - when everything seems to be crashing down all at once. There are many themes audience members can relate to, from navigating the healthcare system, to supporting aging family members, to relationships at a crossroads.... full review

We saw Dead John on Saturday and had an amazing time. The show has this wild, hilarious energy that feels like Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny crashed headfirst into Final Destination, with inventive deaths, big laughs, and a surprisingly catchy set of songs.... full review

What a playful exploration of some really painful parts of being human. The actors do a fabulous job of holding us lightly to slowly ease us into a complex and satisfying ending. This show has so much love and I’m grateful I got to experience it. ... full review

Mr Blaha has packed on the poundage since his last, years-ago foray into Fringe, with an almost identical monologue show: this time, only 10% disorganized semi-anecdotes and 90% ugly and unfunny anti-Trump screed, undermined by unnecessary amplified (and distorted) sound in a 16x12 room smaller than my living room! ! would have walked out, but I was trapped in a corner of the room and didn't realize he would use ALL 60 minutes of his hour!... full review

A moving, funny, heartfelt, devastating solo show about infertility. Incredibly well done. This is a must-see show!... full review

The play is well written and directed, it captured me and was over before I knew it. The actors were exceptional as well!... full review

Absolutely amazing. Super-talented actor - fascinating characters - much insight into the culture and concerns of the 1930s .... full review

Great range!... full review

Coffee Date was a wildly sexy, hilarious, sharp, outrageous, quirky, kinky, sophisticated KOOKY rom/com romp!!!! The writing was crisp and chock full of fun twists and turns and surprises and the acting was TOP notch..GREAT pacing and direction..GO SEE THIS..(tip: sit close, if you can..You'll either thank me or curse me, depending on your sense of fun!) ... full review

A very personal look into playwright/performer Kelly Mullis' life, coming from a difficult background and overcoming tremendous adversity. Well directed by Wayne Orkline! The audio/ visual elements and set were great! Kelly's performance was very moving, and inspiring! ... full review