Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

From the very beginning, I knew this show was going to be one of a kind, and I was not disappointed. The chemistry between the cast, the set design, and the technical elements all came together to deliver 90 minutes of pure femme catharsis. ... full review

funny and a real blast from the past... full review

I always have the best time at About Last Night! The stories are hilarious, wild, and relatable. This is such a fun show to see with a date or with your friends.... full review

Sage Center is a moving and engaging piece that follows a young man, Corey, as he navigates his own mental hardships while beginning to work in a in a critical mental health facility. Throughout the play, we as an audience see the world through Corey’s eyes. Mental heath is explored in conjunction with human identity. How do we accept the things we cannot change, and work with them as we try and create a safe and healthy life for ourselves? ... full review

A cute and energetic adaptation of a beloved, and sometimes forgotten, 2007 animated adventure. This would crush in high school productions.... full review

Soooo funny and entertaining!!... full review

Epic! What a funny little comedy, very good acting and story!... full review

The Big Maestro & Little Cello Boy deserve your attention as they achieve greatness. The commitment will have you leaning forward, loving every bit of the hilarious, trippy performance they give you. ... full review

Intensity, conflict, truth and half truths build and build from the first minutes to the climactic end. The journey challenges (requires!) the audience to confront their own values and go through the same soulsearching as the characters! ... full review

Banana Man Live creates a whimsical world that uses humor and absurdity to explore what it feels like when you don’t fit neatly into the boxes around you. ... full review

Such an amazing experience. “What Survives” is a very thoughtful and poignant one act, comprised of five vignettes. Each scene helps to create a venn diagram of the struggles we all face in today’s America. A beautiful combination of drama and levity. Rachael Meyers has bravely opened a dialogue on subjects that are not always easy to discuss, but certainly a part of our, now, new normal. I struggle to say more, because I want viewers to be just as surprised as I was. All ten actors are perfec... full review

A clever, imaginative interactive show that celebrates play. I left smiling and feeling reminded me of what it was like to be a kid.... full review

A laugh out loud, nonstop, joke fest from Max and Kallie that has just enough sentimentality to tie it all together. Frank Sriracha is a must see! ... full review

A bold piece powered by total commitment. The dedication to the character and the world of the show makes for a memorable and uniquely chaotic experience.... full review

Best Fringe show EVER! I had so much fun!... full review

Marisa balances a heartfelt performance and lively magic tricks in this whimsical clown show.... full review

So much FUN! This show is an audience pleaser for sure. ... full review

10/10 such a fun night ... full review

HILARIOUS! Felt like being in a room with your best friends, drinking cocktails/wine and LOSING YOUR SHIZ over peoples' stories. I was seriously so blown away by not only the quality of the storytelling, but also the warm atmosphere of the room. I actually made friends at this in addition to being entertained! ... full review

Such a fun night of hilarious stories! The hosts really put together a show that got better and better with each performance. Will be coming back! ... full review