#Fringefestival

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World Club Dome Amsterdam Fringe Festival Blue Ridge Rock Fest_ Big Sound

Get ready for an epic music adventure! From the electrifying beats of World Club Dome Amsterdam to the soulful melodies of Fringe Festival, the rockin' vibes of Blue Ridge Rock Fest and experience the Big Sounds in the world!

[lesstalkingmoredrawing]

Nostalgia

Nostalgia feels like a luxury right now. A half decade into the Covid pandemic and the after effects it has created, and the whole world has shifted and frayed.

We are not doing well. We are not okay.

I took photos of Honest Ed’s for these watercolours around 2009 or so, a few years before it was announced that the historic store that promised more-for-less was to be razed to make way for condos, but the writing had been on the wall for a while.

Mirvish Village and all its artistic history was also on the chopping block, along with the weird little alley under the Honest Ed’s elevated walkway that ran between the labyrinth of shopping above. The alley had hosted The Fringe Festival “Fringe Club” for years. It was a fun little secret space inviting theatre wanderers in with beers and carnival games, funnelling them to the small performance space in the second story of a house behind Ed’s.

To see what Toronto has become in the last ten or fifteen years has been depressing. An unstoppable condo boom has created a city for the wealthy with many small, entrenched community spaces disappearing rapidly.

A city needs to renew… we know this is true. There is no stopping it. But, staring down the barrel of Covid repercussions there doesn’t seem to be much left for the little people… the artists, musicians, authors, creators and other workers that make the city vibrant, interesting and functional.

Toronto, what is going to be left of our city?

[rndyounghowze]

The Fire This Time Festival 2024

This is an accessible version of the review posted on our instagram. To see the post go to @rndyounghowze.

NYC-4: What's Love Got To Do With It

Leelee Jackson wrote this piece for the millions of women who have had to constantly contend with the frailty of men who take up so much space in one’s life without giving one little scrap of it back. Jackson had all the women, most of the men, and all the rest of us eating out of the palm of her hand. We would encourage her to think of the forward momentum that she builds with the action of the play. It’s telling that our lead shows compassion to the man to tend to a wound that she gave him. Yet that moment pays off more when she leaves anyway. Anything keeping her from walking towards the door is delaying one of the best payoffs we’ve seen in a short play.

NYC-5: Mamas and Papas

We are big fans of stories of people having to create a family out of the ashes of disaster. Kamilah Bush is telling a gripping story about Charles who has to learn to be a father to Dottie a child he created when he was just a baby himself. She’s also telling the story of a Dottie who desperately needs stability after losing her mother who was her anchor. We felt that tension hanging over everything yet we were torn from the journey with moments that lagged (such as the father waiting for Billie Holiday to come over). We would encourage Bush to focus on distilling this amazing story into as few plot points as possible or expand them all into a full-length play. We connected enough with the characters and the premise that we will go in whichever direction that Bush decides to take us with the script.

NYC-6: It's Karen B****

This play is a wonderful illustration of how punchlines work. Many plays set up premises where the punchline seems like a subway car. You know that it’s coming eventually so you’re just sitting and waiting until it gets here so you can get to where you’re going. The best premises will take you on an unexpected and pleasant detour. Taylor A. Blackman’s detour was one that Dana the ex-honor student from a private PWI resonated with Niani immediately. What black “gifted” child hasn’t longed to “just” exist, to be mediocre, and NOT be placed on a pillar just to be knocked off the next time a Karen decides we are beneath her? We would beg Blackman to focus on pacing and refining the journey that the audience takes through the play when (or if) he decides to do a rewrite.

NYC-7: Ethel and Ethel

Joël René Scoville has an unfair advantage in that Ricky LOVES Ethel Mae Waters. We appreciated that Scoville gave us a script that lived in tenderness and caring. One of the things that was hard to understand was why they were holding themselves back. We are well aware of the realities of the time period but the play didn’t really talk about those nor did they seem as looming of a threat as they could have been. Case in point the calls from the gentleman caller did not feel like the looming threat to the relationship that Scoville intended them to be. The piece needed that ticking time bomb to make the gravity of their secret meetings hit home. That makes the payoff of the key to an apartment feel way more sweet and fulfilling. This piece is so good that we would love to see how far it could go with some more development.

NYC-8: Why Jamira Gotta Do All Da Werk?

Every time we feel the NYC cold chilling our bones Dana likes to recall one of their many escapades wearing next to nothing to avoid paying a coat check fee and playing mother hen to a gaggle of gal pals headed to one Hell’s Kitchen club or another. This play immediately rang a bell with them. Nia Akilah Robinson created two characters we understood immediately and acted like our handholds in the story. Jamira and Kiana were very real and endearing. Taking something as simple as hanging out in the club and adding emotional resonance to it is no easy feat. We’d love to see what Scoville does next.

NYC-9: The Mural

The greatest compliment that we can give Pappas-Williams is that there seems to be too much story going on to be contained in such a small package. Monique Pappas-Williams presents a piece with so many wonderful moments and images between Nia and Riz but we can tell she had way more story that she wanted to tell than what we saw. This will be the first time in RnD history that we will say (we think) we would love to see “Act Zero” as a longer version of this play. This is an interesting and dynamic story. We would love to see where it goes from here.

Nailah Carrie:

On top of New Work The Fire This Time Festival also featured the music of Nailah Carrie. Carrie started her music career doing an open mic at Frigid NYC. Opening for Fire This Time she regaled us with two pieces, one of them her original work called “Bad Girl”. This song immediately brought tears to Ricky’s eyes. We could feel the soul of her music as she set the mood. We hope to see her be even bolder and more powerful the next time we see her.

The Ensemble:

In our minds we see this cast as an ensemble. Even though each piece had different characters and extremely different parts that needed to be played this small handful of actors stepped up where they needed to be. Each one so seamlessly fit into each role that it was like a new person onstage every time.

Cezar Williams:

As the director, we can tell that Wlliams enjoys both character-driven drama and big visual statements. He’s not afraid of letting characters stand and talk while withstanding the tension that wants to pull them together or the sense of repulsion pushing them away. Then there are big character moments being highlighted with costumes, props, or huuuge rainbow banners on the walls. Williams brings practical guidance that perfectly matches artists debuting their new works for the first time. It’s one of those things that make Fire This Time Festival a perfect match for emerging writers.

In Closing:

We have attended several festivals before in-person and online and one of the things we like to talk about amongst each other is the festival's atmosphere. The minute we walked in the door of The Fire This Time Festival we noticed that the “fire” also could describe the warmth of the artists involved. Literary Manager AJ Mohammad is walking around, shaking hands, and scoops us up in a bear hug when he sees us. Director Cezar Williams is constantly greeting audience members as they enter to sit down. We can immediately tell that this is a place where long-time donors, fellow artists, and new audiences can gather and watch new works, sing out to the music, and cheer for our favorite characters. The Fire This Time Festival has been keeping these home fires burning for 15 years and with an atmosphere like this we hope that they’ll keep a blaze burning in winter for the next 50 years.

[hoponhopoffbustourtickets]

[tomsteafor2]

Took Baphomet to see his first #mnfringe shows! They both happen to feature Reverend Matt's Monster Science

[sonolucent]

Submit your show to @rochesterfringe now! Posted @withregram • @rochesterfringe Time is running out to submit your show for this year's Rochester Fringe! Venues are accepting applications from theatre, dance, comedy, music and so much more -- but you need to be fast! Application deadline is March 29th. Apply today at backstage.rochesterfringe.com. (This year's festival dates: September 12-23) #rocfringe23 #fringefestival "Merged V" at Geva Theatre Center, Fringe 2017. 📷: John Schlia (at Rochester Fringe Festival) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp1TmX8ue38/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[flazedahub]

Catch Jazida WON the Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award for Best Dance and we are so excited to be bringing it BACK to @adlfringe 14-19 March at the Empire in @wonderland_spiegeltent ✨✨✨ 💜Tuesday 14 March 8:15pm 💜Wednesday 15 March 8:15pm 💜Thursday 16 March 8:15pm 💜Friday 17 March 8:15pm 💜Saturday 18 March 8:15pm 💜Sunday 19 March: 8:15pm ✨✨✨ https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/catch-jazida-af2023 ✨✨✨ #adlfringe #adelaide #adelaidefringe #fringe #circus#adelaidefringefestival #seesouthaustralia #performance #whatsoninadelaide #art #music #fringefestival #whatsonadelaide #australia #edfringe #adelaideevents #festival #burlesque #thingstodoinadelaide #adelaidetheatre #australiantheatre #aussietheatre #cabaret #queerartists ✨✨✨ (at Adelaide, South Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpbbiKUyWDZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[comedyinsydney]

Aus School of Stand Up Comedy announces their once a year, prep for Fringe and Comedy Festival courses across the country. Are you performing a solo show or as a support act? Are you promoting your own show and want to know how to reach more people to get higher ticket sales? Want to fine tune those punchlines, your delivery, timing or joke structure before the festival. Well we’ve designed special courses to help you do just that. You’ll be working with seasoned Comedians and Promoters, who help you sharpen your performance and trim the fat to expedite the laughs. These course are only available once a year and only just before Comedy and Fringe Festivals across the country. (Note Canberra class is held during the festival but finishes before the festival ends) Each class also comes with a live performance by all students at the end of the class, so you’ll know immediately, how your new or fine tuned material looks and sounds live, with a real audience! Limited seats at our new flat rate of $399.99 ( previously $599.99). You can find out more info or book 24hrs a day online through our website. Note: all dates listed will be taught severs days before festival kick off in each listed city. See u in class and at the festivals. Australia’s School of Stand Up Comedy “ Where we show you how to tickle their funny bone”. 2023 Course dates: Adelaide- Feb 12-16th Melbourne- March 5th-9th Brisbane- April 23rd-27th Canberra- March 19th-23rd Sydney- Feb 5th-9th or Feb 25th-March 25th https://www.comedyintheraw.com.au/about-australias-school-of-stand-up-comedy/ #bonkerzcomedyaustralia #standupcomedyschools #comedyclubssydneycbd #comedy #comedyschoolsydney #comedyclubs #comedysydney #sydneygeorgestreet #comedyschoolmelbourne #laughter  #bonkerzaustralia #liveperformances #comedians #comedyschooladelaide #festivals #comedyfestivals #fringefestival #comedyschoolcanberra #bonkerzcomedyaustralia #standupcomedyschoolssydney #comedyschoolbrisbane https://www.instagram.com/p/CmvIzoCyu45/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[chrismbr]

The #FringeFestival going up in the #StateLibrary forecourt: Groundswell, an “immersive sonic installation” where you can “feel the earth move under your feet” (yet to experience) (at State Library Swanston St.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjwWpHKyR06/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[otakunoculture]

A Nerd's Guide to the 2024 Vancouver Fringe Festival

One #FringeFestival Down, and another to go! The #pacificnorthwest is abuzz with a few acts from #yyjfringe going to #yvrfringe and we have our guide at:

Runs September 5th to 15th, 2024 The Vancouver Fringe Festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and this event promises to be big. Just where one can find the cake will depend on what they announce for parties. And for those at Terminal City from September 5th to 15th, Granville Island will be abuzz with lots of fun events for all to enjoy! This list does not include the acts from the…

[jenringwrites]

Tampa Fringe 2023 is in the books

Looking back on Tampa Fringe

After watching Tampa Fringe jump from location to location over the past seven years, it was great to see them finally settle down and host their first festival in the historic Ybor City Kress Building.

I was there, notebook and camera in hand. I interviewed Festival Producer Trish Parry and Festival Director William Glenn in their new year-round space in March; I witnessed Tampa Mayor Jane Castor cutting the ribbon on preview night May 10; and I fit three shows into my schedule.

Here's a quick look back on my 2023 Tampa Fringe coverage for Creative Loafing Tampa.

#tampabayarea #tampafringe #tampa #fringefestival

[inkfable]

Well, it’s out in the ether now (breathes sigh of relief). I am truly grateful to have the honour and opportunity to be the Edmonton Fringe 2022 Festival theme artist, with the theme being “Destination Fringe”. My family and I used to go every year when I was a young child before I moved to the Caribbean. So to return to Edmonton to be among the list of amazing artists throughout the years to contribute to the festival truly means a lot. . . #fringefestival #edmontonfringe #atbfinancial #yeg #yegartist #876art #art #pinupartist #characterart #digitalart #afro #afroart #drawingwhileblack #blackart365 #blackartistspace #artlife #grinding #artistsoninstagram #illustrator #inkfablemedia #freelance #commissionart #procreate (at Edmonton, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeCuXzZur0f/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[beerselfie]

#Repost @daniel_loves_beer Had a cheeky mid-week night out to celebrate the launch of @heroesandvillainsbeer newest release, a collaboration with certified funny boy @rorylowecomedy . A strong summer ale @ 9% is sure to get tongues wagging . A comedy set by Rory started proceedings, getting us into the very intimate basement of the Rechabite. A welcome escape from the 40degree day outside. Can confirm he is a very funny boy. Running shows as a part of @fringefestivalperth for the next month, If you want a laugh I do recommend . After many laughs we launched to the roof top for the main event. The drinking of the new beer. Gee wiz she is a big thick number. Brimming with overripe stonefruit, a boozy warmth & a really smooth/ plump mouthfeel. Lower carbonation was giving this real nectar vibes. At 9% a couple of these in the belly ensured the vibe was very jovial . Cheers to Shan from H&V for having me, keep a look out for this new (BIG) release out soon 🍻 . . . . . #beerlaunch #beerparty #beercommunity #heroesandvillains #fringefestival #perthpeople #perthevents #strongale #summerale #perthbeersnobs #comedyshow #rooftopbar #therechabite #perthpubs #perthlifestyle #beerpeople #beerfriends #newbeer #newbeeralert #perthdrinks #summerbeer #aussiebeer #beerbuddies #perthhappenings #perthfringe #beersonbeersonbeers #beercollab https://www.instagram.com/p/CY9XVqXJ15f/?utm_medium=tumblr

[rndyounghowze]

We came, we saw, we scored, and now we review. Want to see our reviews for the Pittsburgh Fringe Season? We’ll be starting with award winners first and then moseying on with the rest. Once the review is live you can click on the title to see it for yourself. Pittsburgh Fringe was an absolute blast filled with some of the most amazing artists we’ve ever seen. Please keep in touch with your upcoming work. If you don’t see your show’s review we might have missed it during the Fringe. It was so jam packed! In any case email us and we’ll see you at your next event.

Do you want to support our work? We graciously accept any donations on our Venmo @rndyounghowze.

Pittsburgh Fringe 2021 Award Winners!

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Best Show - Selke Award - Tilted Frame @ Home, Combined Artform

Spirit of the Fringe - Genny Yosco (Pittsburgh Fringe Brunch, im ur hamlet)

Best Local Show - James Royce, Royce Live

Best National Show - Now, Now, Now...

Best International Show - Safe, FMG

Best Performer Comedic- Robin Rothman, Trudy Carmichael’s Improvised One Woman Show

Best Dramatic Performer- Donna Kay Yarborough, Rosegold

Best Director - Mita Ghosal and Sue Abramson, Of Lungs and Leaves

Best Solo Show - Owen Corey, This Little World: A Solo Performance of Shakespeare's Richard II

Best Ensemble - The Professionals

Best Improv - Bingewatch

Best Show with Music - Ease of a Murder, Gwendolyn Fitz Music

Best Dramatic Writing- Pedro Diegues, Self Care Tips With Tiffany

Best Comedic Writing- Michael Knight, The Fabulous King James Bible

Best Digital Effects - Cookie Tongue, Kaleidoscope Bone House

Best Practical Effects - Jim Julien, Shadows of My Family

Best Live Show - Comedy of (Zoom) Errors

Best On-Demand Show - Tango In The Dark, Pointe Tango

Best Interactive Show - Glamour Puss, Double D

Best Children’s Show - Countdown to Clowntown, Sphere Clown Band

Best Documentary- Needs, Amanda Levesque and Tom

Audience Choice Award - #txtshow (on the internet)

Other Shows:

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Expired FujiFilm Neopan 400

Edinburgh, Scotland

August, 2018