James Ferrero

A charming romp about gatekeeping, "A Needless and Wasteful Requirement" deliciously skewers the Beckett estate while creating something truly original and fun. Anchored by a trio of captivating, hilarious, and heartfelt performances, it's one of most original Fringe pieces you'll see.... full review

A show that’s not afraid of its subject matter, “And What Of The Children” dives into some dark places we haven’t seen before and doesn’t hold back when portraying the ugliest parts of humanity and the struggle to rise above it.... full review

I think I lost a lung laughing so hard. "79 Ways To Die - The Interactive Shakespeare Speedrun" is not only a ridiculously funny, entertaining time, it's also tightly paced, well choreographed, and features a cast that's as committed to the bit as any I've seen. A must-see for everyone, but ESPECIALLY if you're a Shakespeare fan who loves people messing with Shakespeare.... full review

Families are just the worst, right? With a dash of Shepard and a heaping scoop of fucked up, "Family Fries" is a twisted, riveting, and darkly funny plunge into chaos. Not to mention a very tasty fries recipe.... full review

An intriguing look at grief from a different angle, "Gloryhole" subverts title expectations with a tender script and solid performances, proving that hope is sometimes found where you least expect it.... full review

Did you ever have a sex ed class like this? I didn’t think so. “AP Sex Ed” tackles the multi-faceted world of sexual education with wild improv and potent lessons. An energetic band of improvisers guided by the chaotically, magnetic Angeline Mirenda, you won’t want to skip this class.... full review

Entrancing, hilarious, bizarre, and heartfelt, “52 Pick-Up” manages to say so much by saying so little. Ann Noble and Jeffrey Johnson are magical in how they take over the space and grab your attention from start to finish. Truly one of the gems of this Fringe.... full review

A loving tribute to the movie that inspired it, “The Club of Broken Fasts” features an impeccable cast making these well-known characters their own and having a fun time doing it. Clever staging and a banger Bardcore soundtrack and you’ve got yourself a joyful show.... full review

The actor’s nightmare manifested as a Fringe experience, “Aah Shit…I Didn’t Create My Fringe Show” is a gut-busting time effortlessly guided by Trevor Reece’s frazzled, chaotic, and ultimately sweet performance. The creative spirit is thrown in a blender and “Kokomo” will never be the same.... full review

A gut punch of a play, "Slay Me" walks the line of dark humor thanks to a fearless performance by Veronica Rosas. Both hilarious and heart-breaking, Rosas anchors her comedy with a vulnerable edge. All leading to one of the best endings you'll see at Fringe.... full review