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ROLE PLAY (OR THE HOTTEST DAY IN BELGIAN HISTORY)

Solo Show · drama 3/4 productions · Ages 18+ · 45 mins · United States of America
After a whirlwind 24-hour romance with a Belgian tourist, aspiring actor/sexual being Cameron Murphy travels the world to find her in this wild, raw, and poignant solo show. Through a series of shamefully shameless “role plays,” Cameron learns how to act — and quits acting. His mom is not invited.
After a whirlwind 24-hour romance with a Belgian tourist, aspiring actor/sexual being Cameron Murphy travels the world to find her in this wild, raw, and poignant solo show. Through a series of shamefully shameless “role plays,” Cameron learns how to act — and quits acting. His mom is not invited.

MERMAID

Drama · italome ohikhuare · Ages 15+ · 1hr · United States of America
SUNDANCE INSTITUTE KNIGHT FELLOWS PROJECT 2024 FRINGE SCHOLARSHIP WINNER An American bridesmaid clashes with her Nigerian relatives at a family wedding. But her life changes forever when she traces her deteriorating health to an ancient, mermaid goddess -- and a mysterious drowning ceremony.
SUNDANCE INSTITUTE KNIGHT FELLOWS PROJECT 2024 FRINGE SCHOLARSHIP WINNER An American bridesmaid clashes with her Nigerian relatives at a family wedding. But her life changes forever when she traces her deteriorating health to an ancient, mermaid goddess -- and a mysterious drowning ceremony.

COCK TALES "STRAIGHT UP, DIRTY & SHAKEN STORIES OF LUST & LOVE "

Two Person Show · - none - · Ages 18+ · 75 mins · United States of America
COCK TALES "Straight Up, Dirty & Shaken Stories of Lust & Love " R rated Nudity Dark comedy Based on True Experiences
COCK TALES "Straight Up, Dirty & Shaken Stories of Lust & Love " R rated Nudity Dark comedy Based on True Experiences

EXTRATERRESTRIAL KINK

Solo Show · maura mannle · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
A woman has sex with an alien when she is 16, messing up all hope for real love on Earth.
A woman has sex with an alien when she is 16, messing up all hope for real love on Earth.

BETTER U

Solo Show · one-eyed cat theatre co. · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
A partially scripted, partially audience interaction based satire on the relentless culture of self-improvement that surrounds us. Better U is the self-improvement U-ducation sensation that's sweeping the nation. You will be the best version of yourself. Whether you like it or not.
A partially scripted, partially audience interaction based satire on the relentless culture of self-improvement that surrounds us. Better U is the self-improvement U-ducation sensation that's sweeping the nation. You will be the best version of yourself. Whether you like it or not.

MERCY

Drama · reverse image media ltd · Ages 14+ · 90 mins · United States of America
When Amireh, the matriarch of a British-Iranian family goes missing, her husband and adult children are thrust into an off-beat spiritual journey that forces them to contend with secrets, infidelity, new age death ceremonies, a police investigation and the psychedelic drug DMT.
When Amireh, the matriarch of a British-Iranian family goes missing, her husband and adult children are thrust into an off-beat spiritual journey that forces them to contend with secrets, infidelity, new age death ceremonies, a police investigation and the psychedelic drug DMT.

HIPPOPOTOMONSTROSESQUIPPEDALIOPHOBIA

Two Person Show · dawn branch · Ages 16+ · 45 mins · United States of America
Hairstylist Nora brings her best friend, Elle, to her soon-to-open salon for a haircut. However, Elle’s all-encompassing anxiety leaves her unwilling to sit in the chair. Devolving into a scene of catastrophizing, this is a sometimes silly play confronting friendship, trust, fear and growth.
Hairstylist Nora brings her best friend, Elle, to her soon-to-open salon for a haircut. However, Elle’s all-encompassing anxiety leaves her unwilling to sit in the chair. Devolving into a scene of catastrophizing, this is a sometimes silly play confronting friendship, trust, fear and growth.

THIS IS ART

Comedy · mirror sphere productions · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
Witness the unrestrained creativity of Tony Bartolone live. The subject matter is multifarious, but the voice is singular. This unique comedic experience blends absurd observational standup, thrilling theatrical experiments and provocative performance art. Is this art? THIS IS ART
Witness the unrestrained creativity of Tony Bartolone live. The subject matter is multifarious, but the voice is singular. This unique comedic experience blends absurd observational standup, thrilling theatrical experiments and provocative performance art. Is this art? THIS IS ART

ROOST

Two Person Show · cats in a bag · Ages 16+ · 1hr · United States of America
An absurd examination of modern storytelling with real life mother and daughter KT Vogt and Audrey Cirzan. Some profanity.
An absurd examination of modern storytelling with real life mother and daughter KT Vogt and Audrey Cirzan. Some profanity.

ROCK BOTTOM

Solo Show · fresh life theatre · Ages 15+ · 1hr · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
'You don’t know what to be, or not to be' – Shakespeare’s clown, Bottom, is reimagined in Fresh Life Theatre’s one-person show. When Bottom is forced to perform alone, dealing with pushing his friends away, he has to come to terms with who he is. Shakespeare's Bottom, alone in the real world.
'You don’t know what to be, or not to be' – Shakespeare’s clown, Bottom, is reimagined in Fresh Life Theatre’s one-person show. When Bottom is forced to perform alone, dealing with pushing his friends away, he has to come to terms with who he is. Shakespeare's Bottom, alone in the real world.

BABY

Comedy · rachel troy · Ages 18+ · 55 mins · United States of America
Rachel Troy has a baby inside of her. But she's not pregnant! It's her, she's the baby! This show is a solo clown comedy smashed into therapy, performed by an expert baby and real life therapist. BABY will take you on a psychological carousel of hilarious and poignant surprises at every turn.
Rachel Troy has a baby inside of her. But she's not pregnant! It's her, she's the baby! This show is a solo clown comedy smashed into therapy, performed by an expert baby and real life therapist. BABY will take you on a psychological carousel of hilarious and poignant surprises at every turn.

SUCK MY TONGUE

Comedy · catharsis theatre collective · Ages 16+ · 1hr · United States of America
When a revered international figure is embroiled in a scandal, his mostly inept PR team must rapidly respond before the internet makes their own truth. This satirical and subversive dark comedy is a world premiere presented by award-winning Fringe Veterans.
When a revered international figure is embroiled in a scandal, his mostly inept PR team must rapidly respond before the internet makes their own truth. This satirical and subversive dark comedy is a world premiere presented by award-winning Fringe Veterans.

THE HOUSE WHISPERER

Solo Show · the magical cabanas · Ages 16+ · 75 mins · United States of America
A one woman show about a high school dropout who yearns to be a real estate mogul and Airbnb Superhost in the desert. Will a vision board AND a village be enough to manifest Gabriella’s destiny? See the law of attraction in action on this heroine’s adventure.
A one woman show about a high school dropout who yearns to be a real estate mogul and Airbnb Superhost in the desert. Will a vision board AND a village be enough to manifest Gabriella’s destiny? See the law of attraction in action on this heroine’s adventure.

PARTY PRINCESS

Solo Show · siben productions · Ages 13+ · 30 mins · United States of America
"Party Princess" is a one woman show about a disillusioned birthday party princess confronting an exististential crisis, in front of a bunch of children. It explores the implications of the “Disney branded fairytale” and the effects those implications have on society, particularly on young girls.
"Party Princess" is a one woman show about a disillusioned birthday party princess confronting an exististential crisis, in front of a bunch of children. It explores the implications of the “Disney branded fairytale” and the effects those implications have on society, particularly on young girls.

THREE CAN KEEP A SECRET

Comedy · theatre unleashed · Ages 17+ · 1hr · United States of America
It was supposed to be an easy score. Whack the mark. Set the scene. Take the money. That's how they planned it. But for poor Moose and Sonny, a really bad night is only just beginning. A darkly funny interactive crime thriller where you decide who lives, who dies, and who gets away with murder.
It was supposed to be an easy score. Whack the mark. Set the scene. Take the money. That's how they planned it. But for poor Moose and Sonny, a really bad night is only just beginning. A darkly funny interactive crime thriller where you decide who lives, who dies, and who gets away with murder.