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HFF19 Day 12 – see it or skip it

The final week of HFF19 began with Matt the Gathering.  After a fun time collecting cards from the seven Matts aka the #wizardsofthefringe, the lucky winners gathered at a secret location to celebrate and collect their bounties.  What an amazing social media campaign by Fringe photographer Matt Kamimura, who has created a Fringe event that will live in infamy.  Now, on to the reviews for Monday night.

TITLE OF SHOWDrought

VENUE:  Asylum Studio C

REVIEWKate Radford is from the UK and has brought to the Fringe a remarkable story that combines spoken word with storytelling and music.  She is adept at the proper use of the looper, and weaves her stories into the underlying musical soundtrack that she has created with the looper.  She sings in two ancient languages (Hebrew and ancient Greek) while telling a remarkable story in poem and prose that screams about the ancient problems women have faced for millenia.  This show should be required viewing for every man alive today, to truly understand what women have been dealing with for so long.  This one may make you mad, but it is worth the emotional backlash.

RECOMMENDATION:  Go and see this show.  She has one remaining performance on June 29 at 5:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on her project page.

TITLE OF SHOWThe Last Powerpoint

VENUE:  Asylum Studio C

REVIEWBlackboxing was an incredible show, and now we can add The Last Powerpoint to the list of shows that actively involved the stage manager.  Ben Nicholson has created a comic work that on its face looks like a frustrated young salesmen that has been put in his place by an irate tech guru (played by stage manager Pam Noles), who has not been paid for their services.  Nicholson’s sheer brilliance is best illustrated by his engagement with the audience and enticing them to sing the “Kars 4 Kids” ditty with him, over and over again, to a techno beat.  This one is so much fun and was the perfect culmination to an interesting day of fringing.

RECOMMENDATION:  The show has now closed, but we highly recommend it if it gets extended.

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HFF19 Day 11 (part 2) – see it or skip it

We continue on with the second half of our Sunday reviews.  You can find part 1 here.

TITLE OF SHOWMeet me in Mizzery

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Studio)

REVIEWLindsey Mallard is an amazing comedian who has written and delivered one of the best sketch comedy routines I have ever seen.  Not only that, but this woman can SING!  I haven’t laughed so much in a long time, and she kept the audience engaged and entertained for an hour.  This woman deserves her own television special and her show should be extended.  She also deserves a recording contract, because I think she could sing the phone book and people would buy it.  I am so glad I got to experience this Fringe show, and taste the magic.

RECOMMENDATION:  This show has now closed, but if it gets extended, I highly recommend you see it.

TITLE OF SHOWCome Back!

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Main Stage)

REVIEWSacred Fools has mounted some amazing shows since moving to the Broadwater, and this production is one of their best.  Springing from the Serial Killers series, Come Back! has it all – a great story, interesting characters, and the perfect integration of music and words.  The show was written by Tony Foster, directed by Marisa O’Brien and stars Amir Levi and Demetris Hartman, with amazing support from Evie Abat, Andrew Villarreal, Julia Sanford and Brian Allman.  The finale is truly worth the price of admission, and will leave you hungry for more.

RECOMMENDATION:  Their final performance is June 28 at 5 p.m., and we highly recommend you see it.  Tickets are available on their project page.

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HFF19 Day 11 (part 1) – see it or skip it

Sunday was another amazing day of fringing.  Not only did I get to see five great shows, but also did my fourth performance of my solo show, surrounded by the love of a bunch of my fringeships, including my muse and best friend, Kimleigh Smith.  It was an amazing time I will never forget.  Here is part 1 of my reviews for Sunday.

TITLE OF SHOWExtraordinary

VENUE:  Asylum Studio C

REVIEWChambers Stevens is one of the best playwrights to come out of the Hollywood Fringe Festival.  Since he first came to my attention with his Greasy Grimy Gopher Guts several years back, he has continued to perfect his craft, and Extraordinary is truly the cream of the crop.  Ashley McQueston is sheer perfection and makes us believe this fictional story is her own.  She is a truly gifted actress who has a bright future ahead, and I can’t wait to see what she does next.   I cannot give enough praise for her performance, the remarkable script she had to work with or the brilliant work of her young director, Jae Head.  This one is truly a “must see.”

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this amazing show.  She has one remaining performance on June 28 at 6 p.m.  Tickets are available on her Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWOrangutan

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Black Box)

REVIEW:  My dear friend and Fringe veteran Ben Moroski practically begged me to see this show, and I am so glad I was able to squeeze it in.  Beginning with the amazing script by Troy Deutsch, the brilliant diretion of Tinks Lovelace and the Tony-worthy performance by Kristina Mueller, this show should win the Top of the Fringe award hands down.  It is truly thrilling to be totally engaged in a show from start to finish, and this show takes you on a roller coaster ride worthy of an amusement park.  Don’t miss this imaginative and highly entertaining show.

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this amazing show.  There are two remaining performances on June 27 at 9:30 p.m. and June 30 at noon.  Tickets are available on her Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWPaper Trails

VENUE:  Asylum Studio C

REVIEW:  I have done administrative work all of my life, so this play intrigued me from the start.  The fact that they could present three complete plays in only 30 minutes was a major coup, and all three stories were truly relatable.  Hats off to Off the Page Productions, which has presented these three amazing stories:  Dear Diary, starring Helen Burak (writer/co-director and Dana) and Audra Leffingwell (young Dana); Egucchi, written by Isabelle Moreau and starring Amanda Noriko Newman (Isabelle); and Snow, written by CJ Hoke and starring Timothy Dvorak (Glenn) and Christine Weatherup (Lacey).

RECOMMENDATION:  Their final performance on June 29 at 9:30 p.m. is sold out, but definitely try to get on the waiting list.

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HFF19 day 10 (part 3) – see it or skip it

Rounding out Day 10, here are the final two reviews.  You can find part 1 here and part 2 here.

TITLE OF SHOWSiren Call

VENUE:  The Blank (Second Stage)

REVIEWSiren Call is not what you would expect.  It is an interesting story about obsession and the lengths some will go to appease that obsession.  It is beautifully written, directed and centered around Jola Cora, who is the object of that obsession.  The obsessed fans are magically played by Annalee Scott and Paul Louis Harrell.  Watch as their plans go awry, and see how what they’re willing to do.  This one will give you plenty of food for though, considering it only lasts 30 minutes.

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this show.  The final performance is schedule for June 28 at 8:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWKeith Moon:  The Real Me

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Second Stage)

REVIEW:  What happens when the tribute band phenomenon  combines with the Fringe?  You get an amazing solo show about Keith Moon, long-time drummer for The Who.  Mick Berry is brilliant in his portrayal of this legend, walking, talking and truly playing the part as he beats his drums to a soundtrack of the best songs from The Who.  He tells his story and pulls you into it, separating the myth from the truth, and leaving you with a better understanding of this oft-misunderstood rock legend.  Don’t forget your earplugs, because this one is loud!

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this amazing show.  He has one remaining performance on June 27 at 6:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on his Fringe project page.

 

 

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HFF19 day 10 (part 2) – see it or skip it

Let’s continue with our reviews from Saturday.  You can find part 1 here.

TITLE OF SHOWChrissy Meth – a Dance with the Devil and the Journey Back to Self

VENUE:  The Lounge Theatres

REVIEW:  I always make time to attend shows that are directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, and most of the time they are among the best Fringe shows I see.  Not that this show wasn’t great, it just needed some tightening up.  In particular, the melt-down scene seemed a little long, with too much gut-wrenching screaming.  Other than that, her victory over drugs was inspiring and informative, and I am glad I got the chance to see it.  This was my first encounter with a former meth addict, and her story was truly enlightening.  I also enjoyed it when she sang, and would have loved to hear more of that.  She did warn me that she had to cut back on the singing, so at least I knew about it beforehand.  Still, I hope to see this one again when she is 100%.

RECOMMENDATION:  Unfortunately, this show has closed but definitely check it out if she puts it up again.

TITLE OF SHOWClementine

VENUE:  The Lounge Theatres

REVIEWApril Wish has an amazing way of looking at life, and she conveys that sweetness in her show.  Putting a burgeoning career on hold to create a family may sound like a bad idea, but Wish showed us that it can be very rewarding.  Being a parent of three and a grandparent of 13, I could totally relate to what it takes to parent, especially those times where your partner is nowhere to be found.  It can be a stressing time, but she showed us the rewards of putting our children first.  My only complaint was that the show was very long (80 minutes), but that was probably due to the fact that I really needed to go to the bathroom during the final 10-15 minutes.  She needed the entire 80 minutes because she had so much to tell, and every minute of the show was beautiful.  Just make sure that you visit the bathroom before the show begins.

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this amazing show.  She has added an additional performance on June 29 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are available on her Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWIf we Run

VENUE:  The Lounge Theatres

REVIEW:  I got to know playwright Matt Morillo through Office Hours, and as part of Matt the Gathering.  He finally enticed me to juggle my schedule and fit this one in, and it was an intriguing show.  I immediately fell in love with Katie Oliver the second she appeared on stage.  This two hander handles the serious question of choice – whether you go the “safe” route or go out on a limb and follow your heart.  We won’t tell you what she choice, but the journey to that decision is what drives the show.  Hats off also to Dingani Beza, who proved to be a worthy companion on this fun ride.

RECOMMENDATION:  Definitely check out this amazing show.  There are still two remaining performances on June 24 at 10 p.m. and June 28 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

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HFF19 day 10 (part 1) – see it or skip it

What an incredible weekend of shows at HFF19!  We took in 13 of them, as well as performing our show for the fourth time.  We have now viewed 61 shows, of which 24 were being considered for the Larry Cornwall Award for Musical Excellence.  We’ll be announcing this year’s winner at the Awards Show on Sunday at the Ricardo Montalban Theater.  Show starts at 6:30 p.m.  In the meantime, here is part 1 of our reviews for Saturday’s shows.

TITLE OF SHOW45mg

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Black Box)

REVIEW:  Who says you can’t tell a great story in less than 30 minutes?  I would have seen this show no matter what because one of earliest fringeships, David Haverty, was involved.  He turned out to be just the tip of the iceberg when it came to the awesomeness of this production.  The show was written by Ian Kaye and directed by Nikki Muller and Jason Rosario, all of whom also starred in the show, with an amazing cameo from Kelly Pierre.  This one is pure Fringe gold, and one of the more physical shows at HFF19.  It is also one of the best shows of the Fringe.

RECOMMENDATION:  Don’t miss this amazing show.  There is only one remaining performance on June 30 at 4:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOW(IM) PERFEKT

VENUE:  The Lounge Theatres

REVIEW:  I almost missed this masterpiece, but was able to juggle my schedule to include it, and boy am I glad I did.  I think this is the best solo show that I’m reviewed during HFF19, and there have been some great ones, including Raised by Wolves, Hollywoodn’t, Leaving Prince Charming and CorinaJannica Olin is a gifted performer with such a powerful and personal story that the audience feels every emotion that she does.  It was an honor to learn about the life-changing event that happened to her, and how she was able to turn it all around.  Sweden’s loss is our gain, and I couldn’t be more proud of her, and the remarkable work that she and director Jessica Lynn Johnson put into this show.

RECOMMENDATION:  Don’t miss this amazing show.  There is only one remaining performance on June 28 at 8 p.m.  Tickets are available on her Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWDandy Darkly’s All Aboard

VENUE:  Asylum Studio C

REVIEW:  Pure storytellers are a rare breed, and Dandy Darkly is one of the best, reminiscent of one of my favorites from the Renaissance Faire, the late Mark Lewis.  He has won countless awards from fringes worldwide, and he showed why during this non-stop southern gothic tale.  He controlled the audience from start to finish, keeping them engaged and entranced in every word he spoke.  This show was truly a treat.

RECOMMENDATION:  Don’t miss this amazing show.  Remaining performances are on June 26 at 10 p.m. and June 29 at 10:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on his Fringe project page.

 

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HFF19 day 9 – see it or skip it

Friday was a night of big, powerful shows that showed us further proof that this tenth year of the Hollywood Fringe Festival is turning out to be one of our favorite years.  Here are our reviews for Day 9.

TITLE OF SHOWThe Last Croissant

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Main Stage)

REVIEW:  If there was an award for the most elaborate and complex show at Fringe, then this one would win hands down.  The cast treated us to a pre-show outside the venue, which spilled over to the venue until it was time for the show to begin.  The cast is uber-talented and were surprisingly great vocalists, not to mention the incredible musicianship of Luke Medina, who accompanied every song on his guitar.  This is a true ensemble piece, and we salute every member of the cast – Julia Finch as Frederick, Medina as Imogen, Meg Cashel as Mumbo, Tyler Bremer as Jumbo, Veronica Tjioe as October/February, and Conor Murphy as Ranger Dave.  Brandon Blum (Bear), Kat DeVoe-Peterson (Teabag) and Taylor Bennett (The Postal Service) provided excellent support to the main characters.  There were even foley artists involved with the show.  Tjioe’s playwriting was spot-on and beautifully realized by director Rosie Glen-Lambert, making this a truly fun way to spend a couple of hours at Fringe.

RECOMMENDATION:  Don’t miss this amazing show.  There is only one remaining performance on June 27 at 8:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWLincoln 2020

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Second Stage)

REVIEW:  This year we have seen a plethora of political shows as we head into the 2020 elections, but this one take an unusual stance on the entire election process.  Have we truly reached the point where it doesn’t matter what the candidates believe but only how well they are known?  This show examines that question with an irreverent look at Presidential elections, and features an all-star ensemble cast to achieve that vision.  With an incredible script by Holiday Kinard and brilliant direction from Colleen Labella, the cast truly had the freedom to deliver a strong contender for some type of award recognition and is most worthy of an Encore performance.  Allie Leonard as Tess and Tim Kopacz as Lincoln turn in especially savory performances, while receiving amazing support from Monique Getineau (April), Amadia Bearden (Hunter), Rebecca Knowles (Kenzie),  and Janet Chamberlin (Mallory).  Patrick Censopiano, Kristen Cook, Eric Delgado, Adam Gentzler and Dan Torson all provide outstanding support in multiple roles as part of the ensemble.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth checking out.  Remaining performances are June 23 at 5 p.m., June 26 at 8 p.m. and June 29 at 7 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWHamilkong

VENUE:  The Complex (OMR Theater)

REVIEW:  The Fringe has always had a few outrageous mashups in its previous nine years, but this year’s tribute to the story of King Kong as told through the music of Hamilton is truly a work of art.   Adam Korenman has written truly hilarious and powerful lyrics that transform those Hamilton musical numbers into a well staged musical that is worthy of being on Broadway.  But the brilliant lyrics would be worthless without a cast that can deliver them, and this cast is outstanding in every way.  Hats of to the amazing Geri Courtney-Austein as Hamilkong as well as Asia Ring as Ann Darrow, Sashaaa as Carl Denham and Olga Desyatnik as Jack Driscoll.  Korenman also leads the incredible supporting cast, along with Francesca Reggio, Nate Leykam, Jeanne Lau, Genna Weinstein, Jeremy Klein and Kyle Reese Klein.  Stand up and cheer for the Eighth Wonder of the World, MF’ing Alexander Hamilkong!

RECOMMENDATION:  Don’t miss this incredibly creative mashup.  Even though it’s sold out, get on the wait list for their final performance on June 29 at 10:30 p.m.

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HFF19 Day 8 – see it or skip it

Yesterday was an experiment.  The previous two times I have done my solo show, I blocked out several hours before the performance to prepare.  Yesterday, I went to the show before my performance, and the show after it as well, and my performance went much better.  Here are the reviews for yesterday.

TITLE OF SHOWSqueeze my Cans

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Main Stage)

REVIEW:  This show first appeared at the Hollywood Fringe in 2016, and was an instant hit.  I was unable to get tickets that year, but made sure to get in for this updated show.  Cathy Schenkelberg is a true treasure, a gifted voice over and stage actress with something to say.  There have been quite a few high profile defections from Scientology, but no one has given us as many details as Schenkelberg does.  She is brilliant, funny, and high energy as she takes us on this compelling journey to ultimate freedom.  As she quotes, “I’m broke, but not broken.”  Come be inspired by this amazing true story.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth checking out.  Remaining performances are June 21 at 7 p.m., June 22 at 8 p.m., June 23 at 12:30 p.m.  and June 26 at 6:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWThe Circle Table

VENUE:  Studio/Stage

REVIEW:  Watching this show was like watching my kids and grandkids, all of whom have grown up and are growing up in a digital age where so much communication is carried out on Facebook, Facetime and Instagram.  The series of vignettes introduced us to a group of amazing characters who had grown up together but gone on different paths.  There is lots of comedy and dramedy, and we bet you can find at least one of these characters to relate to.  Hats off to Flat Tire Theatre for a brilliant production.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth checking out.  Their final performance on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. is sold out, but come down and get on the wait list so you don’t miss it.

TITLE OF SHOWPho Girl

VENUE:  Studio/Stage

REVIEW:  Once again, Chambers Stevens has written a brilliant play that is truly brought to life by the cast, in this case Orange County native Brigitte Ngo-Trinh.  Although it is a work of fiction, it feels like the truth, and the audience is the recipient of a feel good story, and some amazing food as well.  We loved the way he weaved the story and the way that Ngo-Trinh was able to capture it on stage, revealing her amazing food preparation skills.  Make sure you come on an empty stomach to get the full effect of this amazing performance.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth checking out.  Remaining performances are June 22 at 7:30 p.m. and June 27 at 7 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

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HFF19 day 7 – see it or skip it

We took Tuesday off from the Fringe for our third annual LA Music Critic Award Winners Showcase at The Mint LA, and it was OFF THE HOOK! Thank you to all the artists that performed – Emily Zuzik, Dree Mon, Jordan Siwek, Constanza Herrero, Brigitte Rios Purdy, Amilia K Spicer, Manda Mosher and The Spider Accomplice. Thanks also to Brie Darling, June Millington and Jean Millington aka Fanny Walked the Earth, as well as Cherie Currie, for reminding us of our rock and roll history. It was such an honor to be able to recognize Fanny with the 2019 Icon Award.  Special thanks to Kirk and the gang from Blue Élan Records for all of your support, and to the amazing staff at The Mint LA for providing excellent service. We can’t wait for next year.

It was so great to come back to the Fringe last night for some very interesting shows.  Here are our reviews.

TITLE OF SHOWStart Swimming

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Main Stage)

REVIEW:  This show was different than anything else we have seen this year.  The show comes to us from the Edinburgh Fringe, where it received rave reviews.  Truthfully, this is the kind of play that you either love or hate, as it espouses strong feelings and passions.  It raises a lot of issues as it questions authority and raises the question – can I as an individual change the world.  There is no question that the cast believed they could, as they truly left it all on the stage with their passionate performances.  Definitely come to this one with an open mind, and be prepared to be wowed by the concept and construction of this play.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth checking out.  Remaining performances are June 23 at 10 p.m., June 27 at 5 p.m.  and June 29 at 1 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWThe Same Room

VENUE:  The Broadway (Studio)

REVIEWKelly Pierre has written one of the most compelling shows of HFF19.  Scott Golden has captured her intent and directed a show that is worthy of attention, praise and awards.  Not only did Pierre write the play, but she appears with the amazing Fringe virgin Sam Sheeks in this outstanding two-hander.  The play begs the question – what does it take for us to heal, forgive and have compassion on those with whom we interact?  It needs to be experienced, as reviews cannot capture the power and ultimate beauty of this play.  Trust us when we tell you that this is truly life-changing theater.  Thanks for sharing it with us.

RECOMMENDATIONThe Same Room is truly a MUST-SEE at HFF19, and definitely worth checking out.  Remaining performances are June 22 at 8 p.m. and June 26 at 10:30 p.m.  Although it is sold out, we strongly advise you to get on the waiting list.

TITLE OF SHOWMeg Jo Beth Amy & Louisa

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Blackbox)

REVIEWLouisa May Alcott is an American literary treasure, and I’m sure she would have loved this interpretation of her book, which is told from the POV of Alcott as she wrote the stories.  Tier5 has created a masterpiece of theater that should appeal to just about every living, breathing human, and director Ariel Francoeur captures every nuance of the story, giving his amazing cast everything they need to bring it to life.  Musical director Michelle Walker, who also plays Beth, truly adds to the process with original and borrowed music, leading the rest of the cast to bring their all to their performances.  Hats off to Hilary Kelman as Louisa, Maya Bhagwat Bassuk as Meg, Nicole Orabona as Jo, Margaret Gorrell as Amy and Walker as Beth are the quintessential Little Women, and they get amazing support from James Cougar Canfield as Niles the Publisher, Pilar Adara as Marmee, Benjamin Cardona as John F. Brooke, and Mel Gonzales as Laurie.  Brandon Thomas Martin and Dana Placentra were also brilliant in their myriad of supporting roles.

RECOMMENDATION:  If you love modern interpretations of literary classics, or just love great theater, then this show should be at the top of  your list.  There are only three remaining performances before they head to the Capital Fringe Festival in Washington, DC – June 20 at 5 p.m., June 22 at noon and June 23 at 4:30.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

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HFF19 day 4 – see it or skip it

We hope everyone had a great Father’s Day.  It was another interesting day of Fringe.  We were able to take in one show before our performance and two shows afterward.  Thanks to everyone who came out for our show.  Here are our reviews of the three shows we saw.

TITLE OF SHOWOut of the Blue

VENUE:  LGBT Centre (Davidson Valentini Theater)

REVIEW:  This show was a pleasant surprise, thanks to the years of life experience Peter Massey brings to the stage.  While I’m not a huge believer in astrology, there was no doubt of its importance to Massey, as evidenced by the passion of his performance.  His storytelling was spot-on and he kept the audience entranced and engaged throughout.  We also appreciate his support of our show through the workshop he held immediately following the performance.  This show is one of the hidden gems of HFF19.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth your time, regardless of how you feel about astrology.  Remaining performances are June 21 at 8:30 p.m., June 23 at 6 p.m., June 27 at 8:30 p.m and June 29 at 4 p.m.  Tickets are available on his Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWHow I Became a Superhero

VENUE:  The Broadwater (Second Stage)

REVIEWJohn Patrick Daly has been stalking me this entire Fringe – we have seen quite a few shows together, and it was an honor to check out his show.  It paid homage to the MCU, complete with cartoon intros to each scene and a post-credits final scene.  The  show is hilarious in that it does not take itself too seriously.  Every cast member turned in amazing performances, making this one of the “must see” shows of HFF19, especially if you are a Marvel fan.  Not only that, it has what we think is the best flyer and poster.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is truly must see, and will most definitely sell out.  Remaining performances are June 21 at 5 p.m. and June 29 at 10:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.

TITLE OF SHOWAcid Wash Love

VENUE:  The Complex (Dorie Theater)

REVIEWChambers Stevens has done it again with this amazing story that would fit perfectly into the fall line-up of The CW.  Perfectly directed by Victoria Hoffman, this hilarious three-hander features the amazing talents of future Oscar winner Maitlyn Pezzo, along with Laurent Sayer and Bethany Nava.  It is a true ensemble piece, as the talents of all three were needed to pull it off.  The show even has its own Rocky Horror element, with cookies handed out to the audience that are eaten when the cast tells you to.  It was the perfect ending to the first weekend of Fringe.

RECOMMENDATION:  This one is definitely worth your time, and the treats were to die for.  Remaining performances are June 19 at 8:30 p.m., June 23 at 6:30 p.m. and June 28 at 8:30 p.m.  Tickets are available on their Fringe project page.