A charming period piece blending dance, puppetry, and rapid-fire repartee is a safe bet for anyone seeking a classy nostalgic break from the standard fringe fare.

“The best show I have seen [at this Fringe], “Trick Boxing,” a screwball play about crime and boxing that features rapid-fire dialogue and bursts of whimsy”
New York Times

“Choreographed dances, a fast paced story, boxing puppets (trust me, it works), rapid-fire dialogue, wonderful characters, a top-notch love story, and two terrific actors make Trick Boxing an absolute treat.”
StageBuzz

“Their footwork, both in switching between characters and delightful dancing, is impressive and their dialogue and delivery lands enough jabs to rack up major points by the final bell.”
NYTheatre

A reverent and deeply moving narrative documentary based on the words of those who knew, or whose lives were touched by, the iconic Harvey Milk.

“wonderfully acted by an ensemble cast…these personal remembrances chronicle his amazing legacy and also celebrate him as a man”
TimeOut NY

“a riveting, emotional exploration of the life and lasting impact of Milk through music, photographs, Milk’s own words, and reflections from those who knew him.”
TheaterMania

One of the better examples of the many documentary narrative shows this year, using text from candid real-life interviews, Open Heart turns it’s spotlight on polyamory and open relationships.

“the material in open heart is unique and compelling…One doesn’t often think of the stage as a medium that lends itself to the documentary. To see perhaps the best possible example of one onstage, get a ticket to open heart before they sell out”
NYTheatre.com

“For the most part…“Open Heart” is engrossing and illuminating…Salvatore’s five-person cast…offers nuanced work, deftly distinguishing between sometimes similar, other times divergent characters.”
Backstage

An earnest dramedy about a young closeted gay woman grappling with the resulting deceptions, her relationship, Catholicism, guilt, and family woes.

“an ultimately compassionate and humorous play about a difficult subject, well handled by its cast and director Andrew Oswald.”
TheaterMania

“The postcard for As I Am Fully Known, written by and starring Emily Rieder, contains the tag line, “I kissed a girl and my cat got struck by lightning.” This quotation aptly introduces both the conflict and the comedic tone of this two-act, full-length play…Overall, it is worthwhile to go on Gina’s journey with her.”
NYTheatre

Winner of the FringeNYC Award for Excellence in Directing – James Presson

Winner of the FringeNYC Award for Excellence in Performance – Jake Ahlquist

Modernization of The Bard is always a dicey proposition, yet this young troupe succeeds where so many others fail, and if you think otherwise… they’ll kick your teeth in. A warning though, despite the blurb, don’t come expecting an actual punk score. The performances and art direction might’ve made Sid Vicious proud but the music is more folk/rock than Ramones.

“William Shakespeare’s history plays are hard. Punk rock is fun. And “hard fun” pretty much describes James Presson’s “Richard 3,” a combination of the bloody tale and a live band.”
Wall Street Journal

“There are many odd moments…but with the fun of the overall aesthetic and the sheer bad-assery of Shakespeare’s play itself, it’s hard not to love it all the same.”
NYTheatre

“The Fringe is no place to see Shakespeare, I thought…Turns out, this production is not only Shakespeare, it’s true Fringe…It is grotesque, touching, well put together, and a heavy contender of best of fringe status”
CurtainUp

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With positive reviews to be found on virtually every site covering the Fest, one thing is absolutely clear, any shortcomings there may be in this show are trumped by the Mr. Kendall’s talent and abundant charisma.

“By the time Trent Armand Kendall’s one-man musical ends, he is wrung out and we are infused with the kind of glow that only a superlative performance can kindle.”
Backstage

“what really makes the evening sing is author-star Trent Armand Kendall, who not only has an amazing voice but also moves smoothly and skillfully between comedic and serious moments. The upbeat message of his show is that if the picture is incomplete, it’s because ‘there’s always more to learn.’ It’s a pleasure to hear him teach.”
TimeOut NY ****

“a truly excellent 90 minutes of live theatre and music”
NYTheatre.com

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The first show to earn a “must-see” designation from our staff this year. What SHINE lacks in dramaturgy and originality it more than makes up for with rip-roaring hilarity. The cast is superb, the performances tight, the music is bumping and the hips grinding, albeit with a lot more nod-nod wink-wink than actual erotic heat. Any who appreciate the Rocky Horror brand of bawdy irreverence will welcome this brazen production with open arms, hearts, and legs. - NYCFringeGuide

“polished, extraordinarily well-performed and, often, great fun.”
NYTheatre

“If the book is derivative, however, there is entertainment, and even wit in the musical numbers written in a variety of styles; the lyrics are clever, the choreography is fun, and some of the costumes are hilarious.”
TimeOut NY

“A naughty-licious good time… 42nd St. with tits.”
BroadwayWorld

“The plot may be as old as the oldest profession. But the song and dance numbers sparkle. And there are enough raunchy jokes to keep an entire convent blushing. Even in the permissive 21st century, this is not one for the kids. So leave them at home and have fun.”
CurtainUp

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