Hollywood Fringe Festival 2026 Reviews

“I thought if I kissed him, he’d suddenly understand me”... full review

Rachel Austin’s relateable one woman show of losing her Mother will let you laugh more often than you cry! ... full review

Nora captures the excitement and play that one might imagine a snail life contains, and shares it whole heartedly with the audience. ... full review

DOOFUS is endearingly silly and absurd and so fun but most of all surprisingly sweet. You can see how much love and care was put into this show. I don’t want to give away specifics but it kept me guessing and I was delightfully surprised at every turn. If you’re not already in love will Cole Triplett, you will be! ... full review

Amazing show! Laughed the whole time!... full review

Become transported into childhood playtime with Maddie’s exciting energy and doll court case. ... full review

This was a fun concept and a fantastically acted play! I felt immersed and never knew where it was going next (in a great way)! Highly recommend!... full review

This show was hilarious and Katherine is such a great story teller! I could really picture the story in my mind and I was so invested the entire time. Someone help her make this a TV show STAT... full review

10/10!! This show was laugh-out-loud funny, I was belly laughing and keeled over in my chair. Not for the prudish… prepare to hear some of the wildest and funny stories you’ve ever heard!... full review

Liza delivers a shotgun blast of joy straight to the soul... full review

Emotional introspection. Explosive performances. Mature and juvenile simultaneously. Exceptional. ... full review

The show is deeply relatable, transforming a challenging personal journey into an engaging and heartfelt theatrical experience. Through humor and honesty, Laurel invites the audience into her world while exploring themes that resonate far beyond her own story. She is also a captivating performer.... full review

Didn’t expect to laugh as much as did then be left with happy tears at the end. What an unexpectedly exquisite show. ... full review

What a gorgeous, fearless, soulful, and ethereal solo show! Beautifully poetic. Olga Konstantulakis SHINES on stage while portraying so many dynamic characters. The director Elina de Santos achieves this delicate balance of seamless precision and deep tenderness throughout the show. So impressed by the sound design, specificity of colors and the use of physical choreography bridging the gap when words can fall short…Chef’s kiss! Not to be missed.... full review

This was a very touching story that evoked a wide range of emotions, including happiness, sadness, and anger. Beautifully told from the perspective of a young child through adulthood, the narrative was both engaging and thought-provoking. It opened the door to important conversations about religion, relationships, and the lasting effects of emotional and psychological abuse. The story’s depth and honesty made it both impactful and memorable. I highly recommend this show to anyone who enjoys char... full review

I loved the journey! Christine is never short of luminous, and her songs are great. The show has a very high set of highs while the lows are heartfelt and I found myself right there with her.... full review

I didn't know what to expect coming into this show, but I was absolutely blown away by Katherine's ability to paint such a vivid emotional scene with nothing more than a microphone, a projector, and some well-timed needle drops. Where a network pitch meets a slumber party, I was on board from jump, and holding on until the very end. Cannot recommend Bellingham Bay enough, one of the few hour-plus Fringe shows that goes by in the blink of an eye. ... full review

Absolutely brilliant writing and performance. Went in with no idea what to expect and couldn't have been happier. It rides the line between howling laughter and teary eyed sentimentality masterfully. It recounts the story about growing up with and losing a father who is a real character to say the least. There's plenty to dive into for everyone. Not a wasted moment and you feel more alive just for being there. 10/10 show. ... full review

Really fun! Some great numbers with convincing and dedicated performances from the entire cast. And this is coming from someone who doesn't really know anything about meet the robinsons.... full review

WOW! What a thrilling, funny, incredible showcase and tribute to Dana's father! From the very beginning, she came at me with a ton of comedy, heart, and really put me in the scenes of her father's unscrupulous dealings (and selling socks to fellow 7 year olds)...I loved every minute of it from the beginning to the very end.... full review