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CRINGEFEST: AN UNCOMFORTABLE ANTHOLOGY

comedy · flat tire theatre company · Ages 15+ · United States of America
2017 ENCORE Producer's Award Winner! Plate scraping. Christmas with the in-laws. Milk. No normal person enjoys these things, but we're not normal. Come cringe at Fringe with Flat Tire's anthology series of cringe-worthy moments.
2017 ENCORE Producer's Award Winner! Plate scraping. Christmas with the in-laws. Milk. No normal person enjoys these things, but we're not normal. Come cringe at Fringe with Flat Tire's anthology series of cringe-worthy moments.

ENCORE WINNER I DO, DO YOU?

the lake arrowhead repertory theatre company · Ages 12+ · United States of America
The story of the bride who wishes, the groom who questions and the crowd who defines it all.
The story of the bride who wishes, the groom who questions and the crowd who defines it all.

LAS GARCIA - BEYOND ENCORE

solo performance · ortegart/lok's angeles productions · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Dreams are contagious and meant to be shared. But what happens when a nightmare creeps in there too? Las García is a docudrama about two women of the same bloodline, living in different generations, yet experiencing the same circumstances: The afflictions that love brings.
Dreams are contagious and meant to be shared. But what happens when a nightmare creeps in there too? Las García is a docudrama about two women of the same bloodline, living in different generations, yet experiencing the same circumstances: The afflictions that love brings.

TRANSMISSION - A ONE TRAN SHOW

extended aug 6, 11 & 12 - winner encore! award; nominee flying solo award · Ages 13+ · United States of America
Inspired by her 'Tranny Godmother' Madonna, Trinity goes to battle with the ‘Self Rejection Virus’ in order to reclaim her authentic, female self. In the process, she risks losing her secret lover –codenamed ‘James Franco,' and her career as a Hollywood actor is propelled into jeopardy.
Inspired by her 'Tranny Godmother' Madonna, Trinity goes to battle with the ‘Self Rejection Virus’ in order to reclaim her authentic, female self. In the process, she risks losing her secret lover –codenamed ‘James Franco,' and her career as a Hollywood actor is propelled into jeopardy.

INCANTESIMO

solo performance · the magic and music company · Ages 8+ · United States of America
A journey through history and myth exploring the powerful connection between magic and music. Written by award-winning filmmaker and magic inventor, Chris Philpott and starring actor, musician and magician Riccardo Berdini (Italian Musical Theater Performer of the Year, Penn and Teller Fool Us).
A journey through history and myth exploring the powerful connection between magic and music. Written by award-winning filmmaker and magic inventor, Chris Philpott and starring actor, musician and magician Riccardo Berdini (Italian Musical Theater Performer of the Year, Penn and Teller Fool Us).

THE SACRED BEASTS

comedy · n/a · Ages 16+ · United States of America
The booze and resentment-soaked real life friendship of Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles is conjured in three scenes spanning three decades with the besotted wordsmiths played by different actors in each stage of their lives. Claim your ringside seat as these fists of genius at last come to blows.
The booze and resentment-soaked real life friendship of Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles is conjured in three scenes spanning three decades with the besotted wordsmiths played by different actors in each stage of their lives. Claim your ringside seat as these fists of genius at last come to blows.

DYSTOPIA

ripley improv · Ages 12+ · United States of America
BEST ENSEMBLE nominated Ripley tells stories of young women coming of age against a dystopian backdrop. Like the heroines of Hunger Games and Divergent, the women of DYSTOPIA fight oppressive powers. Ripley improvises one hour original plays based on your suggestions. No script, no planning, no net.
BEST ENSEMBLE nominated Ripley tells stories of young women coming of age against a dystopian backdrop. Like the heroines of Hunger Games and Divergent, the women of DYSTOPIA fight oppressive powers. Ripley improvises one hour original plays based on your suggestions. No script, no planning, no net.

DIVORCE: THE HIP-HOP MUSICAL

musicals and operas · good shows · Ages 13+ · United States of America
2 encore performances. 12 original songs. 1 beatboxer. Won: THE ENCORE! - PRODUCERS' AWARD Nominated: THE UNLEASHED AWARD THE RIPEST SHOW SHOWORKS DON’T WAIT. CREATE! AWARD THE SPIRIT OF THE FRINGE, NEVER IN A BOX AWARD
2 encore performances. 12 original songs. 1 beatboxer. Won: THE ENCORE! - PRODUCERS' AWARD Nominated: THE UNLEASHED AWARD THE RIPEST SHOW SHOWORKS DON’T WAIT. CREATE! AWARD THE SPIRIT OF THE FRINGE, NEVER IN A BOX AWARD

NIGHTS AT THE ALGONQUIN ROUND TABLE

Comedy · svi cine+media · Ages 21+ · United States of America
The Roaring 20’s come roaring back to life when Hollywood’s 3 Clubs is transformed into NY’s legendary Algonquin Hotel to host a literal – and literary – battle of wits among the brightest lights on Broadway in this new comedy of caustic quips and lethal wordplay from author Steven Vlasak.
The Roaring 20’s come roaring back to life when Hollywood’s 3 Clubs is transformed into NY’s legendary Algonquin Hotel to host a literal – and literary – battle of wits among the brightest lights on Broadway in this new comedy of caustic quips and lethal wordplay from author Steven Vlasak.

UNAPOLOGETICALLY BLACK

solo performance · it's personal theatre company · Ages 16+ · United States of America
Unapologetically Black is the story of a California Girl trying to fit in. She hid her love for Madonna from her Black family in South Central L.A., and tried not to use Ebonics with her White friends in Northern Cali. Ain't that a shame? Today her identity is WAKANDA FOREVER!!!
Unapologetically Black is the story of a California Girl trying to fit in. She hid her love for Madonna from her Black family in South Central L.A., and tried not to use Ebonics with her White friends in Northern Cali. Ain't that a shame? Today her identity is WAKANDA FOREVER!!!

HELLO AGAIN! THE SONGS OF ALLAN SHERMAN

cabaret & variety · linden waddell · Ages 6+ · United States of America
“Weird Al” meets Bette Midler! Singer/comedienne Linden Waddell highlights the song parody genius of ALLAN SHERMAN’s zany lyrics. Directed by HFF veteran Janet Miller; live accompaniment by Marjorie Poe. CABARETScenes: an evening of solid laughter/Gardenia: taut, perfectly executed romp of a show!
“Weird Al” meets Bette Midler! Singer/comedienne Linden Waddell highlights the song parody genius of ALLAN SHERMAN’s zany lyrics. Directed by HFF veteran Janet Miller; live accompaniment by Marjorie Poe. CABARETScenes: an evening of solid laughter/Gardenia: taut, perfectly executed romp of a show!

BROKE AND UGLY

comedy · broke and ugly · United States of America
‪This EPIC narrative is the UNTOLD STORY of a MULTICULTURAL group of women, adopting a young HOLLYWOOD starlet, and negotiating with ALIENS. Not really. We are Broke and Ugly. This is a longform improv show. We need YOU to help figure out what we're going to do. So many surprises! (for all of us.)‬
‪This EPIC narrative is the UNTOLD STORY of a MULTICULTURAL group of women, adopting a young HOLLYWOOD starlet, and negotiating with ALIENS. Not really. We are Broke and Ugly. This is a longform improv show. We need YOU to help figure out what we're going to do. So many surprises! (for all of us.)‬

WINNER BEST SOLO PERFORMANCE & ENCORE: UNDER THE JELLO MOLD

paris avenue productions · Ages 18+ · United States of America
Her post-mortem instructions were hidden in a very specific place - but in the time leading up to her mom’s death, a woman (Jennie Fahn) uncovered more about her than could be contained in any envelope. A comedy about life, loss, and being of sound mind and body.
Her post-mortem instructions were hidden in a very specific place - but in the time leading up to her mom’s death, a woman (Jennie Fahn) uncovered more about her than could be contained in any envelope. A comedy about life, loss, and being of sound mind and body.

MEXISTANI! GROWING UP MEXICAN & PAKISTANI IN AMERICA

solo performance · sofie khan · Ages 18+ · United States of America
*WINNER, ENCORE PRODUCERS AWARD & HOLLYWOOD FRINGE SCHOLARSHIP* Sofie Khan journeys through storybits about her Mexican-Pakistani identity triumphs. And how does Hip Hop and the LGBT+ community play a role up in this mix? Expect things to get thought-provoking, emotional and hysterical!
*WINNER, ENCORE PRODUCERS AWARD & HOLLYWOOD FRINGE SCHOLARSHIP* Sofie Khan journeys through storybits about her Mexican-Pakistani identity triumphs. And how does Hip Hop and the LGBT+ community play a role up in this mix? Expect things to get thought-provoking, emotional and hysterical!

SLASHED! RETURNS

musicals and operas · rocket ships and dreams productions llc · Ages 15+ · United States of America
Fresh off of a sold out run and rave reviews at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June, SLASHED! The Musical is BACK this October with an encore run of the killer comedy musical. Don't miss the show that Friday the 13th creator Sean S. Cunningham calls "A slashing good time!"
Fresh off of a sold out run and rave reviews at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June, SLASHED! The Musical is BACK this October with an encore run of the killer comedy musical. Don't miss the show that Friday the 13th creator Sean S. Cunningham calls "A slashing good time!"