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March 20, 2012 by Ben Hill

Best of Fringe allows selected shows to extend their production from the Hollywood Fringe. Producing Venues will select shows based on Artistic Merit, Commercial Viability and Development Potential. Shows will begin the weekend immediately following the Hollywood Fringe 2012 with the Best of International Week run... read more

HFF23 is back for our 13th annual Festival June 8-25th, 2023

November 16, 2022 by Ellen Boudreau-Den Herder

We're coming back to Hollywood bigger and better than ever in 2023 for the 13th... read more

Ten Tips From Our Venues

January 24, 2023 by Wiley Jones

During our 2023 "Ask A Venue" Workshop, panelists from each venue offered many insights on everything venue-related -- from the application process to what will happen on the day of your show. H... read more

Registration is Open!

February 02, 2015 by Ben Hill

Hey Fringers!It's officially here: Participant Registration for the sixth annual Hollywood Fringe Festival is now open. You can begin the three steps of registration by creating... read more

Arts for All: Protect Your Safe Space

November 29, 2016 by Stacy Jones Hill

Dear Fringers, We have been thinking about you.  The world feels like a very uncertain place right now. Many people are struggling. During the darker days, we thought of you. As time wore on, we were inspired by your calls to action and your messages of hope. And over this holiday weekend, we felt so deeply grateful for you.  We know that many people are feeling... read more

Fringe Marketing 101: Keepin' it Legal

April 11, 2025 by Rody Villegas

KEEPING IT LEGAL  ... read more

Volunteer Director Stina Pederson Takes on Fringe Central Front of House Duties

May 09, 2017 by Stacy Jones Hill

My husband, Brendan, and I moved to L.A. in the fall of 2010 to pursue our dreams of acting an... read more

First Love/Worst Love promises stories and surprises at Hollywood Fringe Festival

May 14, 2012

Los Angeles – First Love/Worst Love, written by Rebecca Cox and directed by Julie Civiello and premiering at this year’s third annual Hollywood Fringe Festival, is a live rendering of the examinations of love and its constant allure, as well as the inevitable surrender to its slippery mutability. Expressed on the stage by an ensemble cast comprised of five Los Angeles-based actors, Hayley... read more

Theatre as a Uniter

February 09, 2008 by Ben Hill

In a recent conversation with Matt Wells of Need Theater, the topic of the uniting power of theatre emerged. This has been a passion of mine since I began theatre decades ago. My love and respect for the art form grew from the diversity of talent required to launch a successful piece of theatre. Directors, Producers, Designers, Ac... read more

Artist Marketing Opportunities

April 10, 2024 by Rody Villegas

See below for the Fringe sponsored and organized marketing opportunities you’ll have at your disposal – there are many chances to let people know... read more

Participant COVID-19 Safety Guide

July 21, 2021 by Bella Luna

Please know the Hollywood Fringe is dedicated to ensuring the health and safe... read more

Fringe as Economic Stimulus

April 13, 2009 by Ben Hill

There is much talk in the news about stimulating the economy through federal funding. To most economic observers, this is a wise move on the part of the government – greasing the skids for communities and businesses to invest in local development. This ... read more

Fringe on the Radio

January 04, 2010 by Ben Hill

I was happy to sit with Lauren Liebowitz and discuss the Hollywood Fringe Festival for her radio talk show: “How to be comfortable in your own shoes.” We discussed everything from the state of the arts in schools to registering for the Fringe itself. Thanks to Lauren for the opportunity to sound the trumpets for the Fringe. Lauren is also one of the principal venue managers at the... read more

The Poxy Boggards to rock the Green Room Cafe!

June 07, 2010

Come experience the world-famous Poxy Boggards when they occupy two nights at the Green Room Cafe (6756 Hollywood Boulevard, adjacent to the Musician’s Institute) on Friday June 25 and Saturday June 26. 8pm both nights. Tickets are free. Known as the Drinking Group With a Singing Problem, the Poxy Boggards play original and traditional songs of drinking, women, and general revelry. Their m... read more

What are you addicted to?

April 14, 2011

If you like donuts- you’ll love Veronica, who’s 10 character one woman show about a busty, bubbly, binge-eating actress who moves from San Francisco to Tinseltown in search of stardom will resonate with you for weeks. On this hilarious, fast-paced, raunchy, and poignant journey, Veronica must battle bleached-blonde skinnies, ridiculous auditions, and her own personal addictions (inc... read more