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  • Hymned/hIm/Hemmed UP!
    Hymned/hIm/Hemmed UP!
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    n a cancel-happy world, Hymned/hIm/Hemmed UP! follows one man’s journey through fear, fatherhood, spirituality, Black masculinity, and self-love. It’s a story of sacrifice, resilience, and the power of choice—falling, failing, and the return to purpose and wholeness.
  • Dreams Within
    Dreams Within
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    The choreography inspired by the Renaissance's Three Graces depicts a journey of three characters who connect and part ways. Through their interactions, they express the balance between isolation and support, showcasing beauty, grace, and charm.
  • Packing for the Unexpected
    Packing for the Unexpected
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    At the crossroads of mayhem and meaning, this show from National Storytelling Festival Slam finalist Amanda Lawrence is for anyone whose life has taken a sudden turn. You’ll laugh, cry, and wonder at this true story of giving up the life you’d planned to embrace the one that is waiting for you.
  • Godzilla's Not a Dinosaur
    Godzilla's Not a Dinosaur
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    A comedic deep dive into the world’s most iconic kaiju—blowing up everything you thought you knew about Godzilla and the absurdity of human storytelling. It's a love letter to Godzilla-nerds, the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone who’s ever screamed into the void about being misunderstood.
  • When Billie & Friend Met
    When Billie & Friend Met
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    Experience the captivating journey of three legendary artists in this unforgettable musical. Through the power of biographical poetry, song, and music, we delve into the lives and legacies of Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington, and Joe Williams.
  • Marissa G Presents: R2R Whispers in the Wind
    Marissa G Presents: R2R Whispers in the Wind
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    A heartfelt blend of poetry, song, and drama follows her journey through pain, hope, and healing as she finds her way back to herself—this is My Road to Recovery.
  • John Hughes Your Own Adventure!
    John Hughes Your Own Adventure!
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    John Hughes Your Own Adventure! Where YOU, the audience, have control of the remote and decide what happens next. Will Andie choose Duckie over Blaine? Will Ferris get caught skipping school? Will James Spader ever button up his shirt? Join us for our love letter to Gen X and classic '80s films.
  • My Flesh
    My Flesh
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    Performance poet Arkay Adkisson presents “My Flesh” a three part prose poem celebrating the artist’s fat body despite societal hate, which then explores the grief and healing that happens as that cherished body unexpectedly changes without intention.
  • THE COMPLICATED REFLECTION OF HIM
    THE COMPLICATED REFLECTION OF HIM
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    The Complicated Reflections of Him is an inspiring poetic unveiling of a man's transformative journey from trauma to freedom.
  • IT'S NOT OVER TILL THE LEGENDS SING: A Tribute Iconic Artists, Their Signature Songs & What They Taught Me
    IT'S NOT OVER TILL THE LEGENDS SING: A Tribute Iconic Artists, Their Signature Songs & What They Taught Me
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    Motivational storyteller, tribute vocalist-Br. John channels his favorite, classic, hit songs of 10, legendary artists that Br. John develops personal connection. This enthusiastic, interactive, musical journey champions these key mentors & and life changing events.
  • JEANNETTE RANKIN: CHAMPION OF PERSISTENCE
    JEANNETTE RANKIN: CHAMPION OF PERSISTENCE
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    With passion for reform, Rankin was a thorn in the side of corruption for 93 years of life. Elected to Congress twice she voted against both world wars. With grace and humor she battled for women’s suffrage, labor rights, and social justice. She opposed and marched against the Vietnam War.
  • Playing Dress-Up:  The Stories & Clothes of Our Lives
    Playing Dress-Up:  The Stories & Clothes of Our Lives
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    Mary brings her closet on the road & invites the audience to “play dress-up” through personal narratives, musical parodies & historical tidbits. Whether family heirlooms, rummage sale finds, vintage gems, or fashion faux pas - clothes talk. We need to learn to listen.
  • Midsummer Magic: A Tale of Puck
    Midsummer Magic: A Tale of Puck
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    Midsummer Magic: A Tale of Puck is a whimsical reimagining of a classic tale, where Puck, a spirited fairy, discovers self-acceptance, friendship, and mischief in an enchanting world of magic and moonlight.
  • Robert's Eternal Goldfish
    Robert's Eternal Goldfish
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    Robert J. Roberts dislikes everything. When he becomes the unlikely custodian of a magical goldfish, Robert's misanthropic view of the world is seriously challenged. A dark comedy which asks if a person be frustrated into bettering themselves?
  • The Yips
    The Yips
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    .ZACK
    Chicago comedy duo that creates a completely spontaneous play from start to finish.
  • Murder By Magic
    Murder By Magic
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    High Low
    The Great Tortellini-himself-is about to perform! But a murderer has been spotted—in this very audience! Your help is needed…before it is too late! Join us for this unique combination murder mystery-comedy magic show. Fun for adults as well as children. Direct from the 2025 Melbourne Magic Festival!
  • Saving Grace
    Saving Grace
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    Jordana is a young widow mourning her wife Grace, a funny, handy butch and the lifeblood of their friend group. She retreats to her depression den, a Room of Broken Things, building a digital version of Grace in a video game. The play traces Jordana's path through grief, glitches, ghosts, & golems.
  • Voyage: A Live Visual Album
    Voyage: A Live Visual Album
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Aug 17
    The Marcelle
    VOYAGE is a multimedia, one-woman show featuring original songs, innovative film, dance, and spoken word. This unique performance explores the shifting relationship we have with those parts of ourselves - both positive and negative - that are always trying to protect us, sometimes to our detriment.
  • feverdream
    feverdream
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 16
    High Low
    What defines a sketch show? Punchlines? Blackouts? A rotating celebrity host? Memoriam Development breaks all the so called rules with feverdream, the anti sketch show where we create an experience that will leave you asking "WTF did I just watch?"
  • Showbiz! A Late Night Romp with Lola van Ella
    Showbiz! A Late Night Romp with Lola van Ella
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 16
    .ZACK
    Lola van Ella is coming home & she's inviting all of you to join her for cocktails, cabaret, comedy, dirty stories, salacious songs, & world class burlesque performances from her fabulous friends. It's a late-night party & you're all invited! Be sure to arrive on time to enjoy a pre-show cocktail!
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STLFRINGE BUILDS COMMUNITY BY NURTURING DIVERSE INDEPENDENT ARTISTS AND PRODUCING A WORLD-CLASS MULTIDISCIPLINARY ANNUAL FESTIVAL WHERE WE CHAMPION UNCENSORED WORK,  CONNECT WORK-MAKERS TO AUDIENCES, AND EDUCATE AND ENGAGE THE LOCAL, REGIONAL, AND GLOBAL CULTURAL COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORK OF INDEPENDENT ARTS.

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911 Washington Ave, Suite, 664, St. Louis, MO 63101

Email: info@stlfringe.org

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