Gil Scott-Heron Bluesology is revelatory. By reaching back into black America's disturbing past, and placing it freshly in front of its audience, Gil Scott-Heron Bluesology uses the words and music of its namesake to land us solidly in a world where you just can't turn away from the truth. Featuring exceptional music, ritual and protest performances from members of Poet's Jazz House, including Scott-Heron's own daughter, Gia, this show, which sells out extremely quickly, is destined to be running... full review

Andrew Knox is single-handedly going to save the straight men with this show. Hilarious, poignant, high-octane truths. It is a must-see this Fringe season. ... full review

Funny, moving, connected to the entire audience and made everyone laugh. ... full review

Tracy Yarad's autobiographical "All These Pretty Things," it's both heartbreaking and uplifting in its simplicity and grace. Ms. Yarad is an incredible song stylist with a beautiful voice, who navigates bravely through dark waters and spins her sorrows into pure theatrical gold. Not to be missed!... full review

Harper commands the stage with infectious energy that does not let up the entire hour. Harper and Greg have great chemistry. Cannot wait to see how this show grows. ... full review

TL Forsberg, along with her unstoppable spirit, delivers a powerhouse performance in her autobiographical solo show about surviving and performing in the world between deaf and hearing. Brimming with a fearlessness and shining a bright light on a career that was nearly cancelled, Forsberg, along with her strength and courage, rises high above the world of her disability in a masterfully crafted show that will leave you breathless. Forsberg's story will shake you. One of the best solo shows in the... full review

So much fun! I laughed so much and thought that concept was hilarious. So glad Mrs. Clause is finally getting her spotlight. Tanya’s improv was amazing and I love how flippant her persona is. She’s not afraid to cross the line and it was inspiring! ... full review

"Hold That Thought While I Scream" stands apart as one of the finest well-written and well-constructed plays in this year's Fringe. "Scream" takes a simple therapy session and turns it on its stylized head in this mighty two-hander featuring two of the best performances of the Fringe. Brilliantly directed by Barrett Deyoung. File "Scream" under one of those plays where you can never imagine seeing it with anyone else but Nicole Ohara and Benjamin J. Young, two incredible actors, who are about to ... full review

Cody tells his story with incredible vulnerability, moving seamlessly between comedy and devastating drama. I was in tears within the first ten minutes haha It's deeply relatable, heartbreakingly human, and ultimately a powerful tribute to his mom. A truly moving piece that my roommate and I are still discussing! ... full review

Ashley Diaz returns to their roots in "Being the Perfect Woman," a solo journey that is both passionate and very personal. Diaz explores not only their world, but the world of many modern women and the very real fear of standing in your light and declaring your truth in today's America. Paired with a live video feed throughout, Diaz is available, and uncompromisingly present throughout this solo journey.... full review

The title to Derek Heeren's solo show is just flat-out bloody creative. "I Suck - A Vampire Comedy," is equal parts brilliant, charming and funny AF, but one thing's for sure, it does not suck. Like several other shows in the Fringe that take place in the therapist's seat, "I Suck" leaves no blood-soaked gravestone unturned as the mild-mannered, dare I say "beige" Heeren explores his darker, historically hilarious Vampiric world (and underworld) only to find peace at last. And yes, Derek, I do of... full review

"Army Brat" details her life experiences with a strident father who favors corporal punishment over fatherly affection. With her loving sister by her side, Mullis succeeds in shattering through the glass of her malevolent childhood and into a life of a magical and supportive creative woman. ... full review

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In a perfect world, I would love every night to be like "Something Spooky," Jon Schnitzer's latest brilliantly clever and dark work of paranormal comedy. Loaded with good laughs, spooky stories, special effects, and true paranormal video footage, this show is a gift to fans of horror films, the occult and the world of the esoteric. Brilliantly underscored by the music of Alexander Burke. Much like the rest of the audience present last night, I was with Schnitzer all the way, on the edge of my sea... full review

Shahin Sayadi's "Ritual Music to Cure a Lover" is one of the most fascinating performances of this year's festival. Sayadi is quite mesmerizing as he explores in fine detail, an ancient Persian love poem, and brings it full circle into modern day culture, with a pointed light directed at the youth of Iranian society. You're doing yourself an injustice if you don't join Shahin Sayadi on his impeccably staged journey.... full review

You will not stop thinking about Edib Farhan's beautiful and bubbly intergalactic "Syrian Soap" for a long time to come. This hilarious and charming show, which is part clown, stand up and improv, explores ancestry and politics, keeping its darker roots under cover and well-soaked in comedy, not unlike the political satires and absurdist theatre of Post -WWII. One of this Fringe's finest pieces of theatre.... full review

"Emotional Alpha" is a very clever and very funny male-centric solo performance. Andrew Knox stands out on top for his bold and effortlessly over-the-top portrayal of Eleos Richards, a "licensed male emotions specialist." Knox's character may be big and bold, but each time he morphs into song, he will melt your heart (even if you don't want to admit it). This Buzz Lightyear of vulnerability is here to prepare you for hetero & homo-hilarity and to teach a few life lessons along the way. Often sur... full review

A fun, delightful and funny show with heartfelt stories and just the right amount of spooky!... full review

Excellent writing and production. Rivals Broadway. Stephanie Bentley is extremely talented as well as the entire cast and crew.... full review

A show about Death, Depression, and Divorce, and you're asking me to "Please Don't Cry?" How are they going to pull this off? You'll need to check it out for yourself to see. Dione Kuraoka's one-woman show zig-zags through topics that most would find hard to talk about to another person, let alone a room full of strangers; but this is where the charm lives. While some of the settings in the story may not resonate (and yes, they are all real events), the emotions that are tied with them are uni... full review