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  Flock yeah! We’re proud to be bringing back Fringe Fort Myers! With 29 performances on 3 different stages, Fringe Fort Myers has something for everyone – from one-person shows, to dance and music, magic, stand-up comedy and so much more. Most shows are 60 minutes in length, some are shorter. This event maintains long- standing Fringe traditions of being 100% independent, 100% unique and 100% inclusive. Even better, 100% of ticket sales go directly to the artists.  Flamingle Preview Show Fringe Fort Myers 2024 launches with a vibrant Flamingle with the Artists Reception on Thursday, May 30, starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Alliance Gallery. Guests have the exclusive opportunity to mingle with the talented artists themselves from all over. Following the reception, the excitement continues with the Preview show at 6:30 p.m. During the Preview, the spotlight shines on each performer as they captivate the audience for three minutes, showcasing snippets of their creativity and enticing spectators to experience their full production. Bill Taylor, producing artistic director at the Alliance for the Arts, explains, “They can perform a scene from their show, talk about the show, or even showcase their talents in unconventional ways—like a three-minute burp symphony! Whatever it takes to entice you to grab a ticket!” This event is open to the public and tickets are only $5. This event sold out last year and you don’t want to miss out! Get Tickets → See All Fringe Events → Meet the Performers  Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life – from Vancouver, BC Told through authentic storytelling, heartfelt humor and music, this show is an uplifting story of challenge, triumph, and the power of positivity. The show has been highly awarded and has toured internationally, including sold out runs across Canada, Off-Broadway in New York City, and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. This show is suitable for all ages. Location: Foulds Theatre Stage Showtimes: Thursday, May 30- 7:30 pm Saturday, June 1 – 5:30 pm Sunday, June 2- 2:30 pm  The Carousel of Burlesque: Behind the Curtain – from Fort Myers, FL The Carousel of Burlesque premiered last year with the history of burlesque in the US. Now it’s time to take a look behind the curtain. This show contains nudity and is not suited for those under the age of 18. Location: Foulds Theatre Stage Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 8:30 pm Saturday, June 1- 8:45 pm Sunday, June 2- 4:00 pm  TransMasculine Cabaret, Starring Vulva Va-Voom – from Tampa, FL Who gets to define whether someone is a drag queen, drag king, or an in-between? As the song-and-dance comedian executes a live “female drag to male drag” transition onstage, they explore labels, identity, and their own real-world experience. Honors include The Social Good Award, two Venue Choice, three The Edge Awards, a Best of the Bay Award & two jury selections for curated Orlando Fringe festivals. This show is not suitable for those under the age of 18. Location: Foulds Theatre Stage Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 7:00 pm Saturday, June 1- 7:00 pm Sunday, June 2- 1:00 pm  The Other Side – from Orlando, FL A Brain-Bending Magic Game Show, written and presented by Sebastian Gerhardt, that weaves together an experience of magic, a story of survival, and a message of hope. Mind- blowing magic blends with impossible stories and audience member’s decisions to create incredible moments. In this immersive game show inspired magic show, lucky participants will get prizes to take home with them and an experience they’ll never forget. Join Sebastian Gerhardt, on The Other Side. This show is suitable for those 12+. Location: Fringe Space Stage Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 7:00 pm Saturday, June 1- 5:30 pm Sunday, June 2- 1:00 pm  Cock Talk – from Fort Myers, FL A male version of the play ‘Vagina Monologues’. This group of men explain, discuss, and debate the trials and tribulations of the “member.” This show contains adult language and is not suitable for those under the age of 18. Location: Fringe Space Stage Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 8:30 pm Saturday, June 1- 7:15 pm Sunday, June 2- 2:30 pm  LOVE LETTERS TO HUMANITY – from Floyd, VA This one-woman show weaves dance, theatre, and stand-up comedy to reveal both the dark and the light on the search for inner peace. From movement poetry to grotesque play, this piece holds satire with compassion in a hilarious depiction of the wild reality of being human. This show contains adult language and is rated PG-13. Location: Fringe Space Stage Showtimes: Thursday, May 30- 7:30 pm Saturday, June 1- 8:45 pm Sunday, June 2- 4:00 pm  The Chase: A Light Bringer Story – from Lutz, FL A sequel to The Light Bringer from Fringe Fort Myers 2023, The Chase is another true-life storytelling show, written and performed by Laila Lee, who weaves a tale of mystery, intrigue, and survival that begins with a rude awakening to being stuck between a virtual rock and a hard place. This show is suitable for those 16+. Location: Off Broadway at Broadway Palm Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 7:00 pm Saturday, June 1- 5:30 pm Sunday, June 2- 1:00 pm  Stabilized Not Controlled – from Naples, FL Evil landlord “Killer” Joe goes to war on the tenants of his five-floor, stabilized apartment building in Manhattan. Septuagenarian sex addict Lorna Breedlove, the “mother” of them all, guides her eccentric neighbors to keep up the good fight in this biting comedy that ran for two years at Manhattan’s Stage Left Studio. This show contains adult language and content and is not suitable for those under the age of 18. Location: Off Broadway at Broadway Palm Showtimes: Thursday, May 30- 7:30 pm Saturday, June 1- 8:30 pm Sunday, June 2- 4:00 pm  Runaway Princess: A Hopeful Tale of Heroin, Hooking and Happiness – from Bronx, NY Former New York City call girl Mary Goggin shares the true, award-winning story of her traumatic Irish Catholic upbringing, alcoholism, drug addiction and prostitution. Fortunately, like all fables, there is a happy ending. As we peel away the last layer of a broken woman who never felt she fit in, we find the princess, reunited at last with her most precious treasures. This show contains adult language and is rated PG-13. Location: Off Broadway at Broadway Palm Showtimes: Friday, May 31- 8:30 pm Saturday, June 1- 7:00 pm Sunday, June 2- 2:30 pm Kids FRINGE    Join us for Kids FRINGE Saturday, June 1! Family-friendly activities for all ages including a special FRINGE addition of our free family ArtLab. Find Out More → FRINGE Workshop  Elevate Your Stage Career! Join us for an exclusive theatre workshop designed to fuel your passion and propel your career to new heights! Have you ever dreamed of taking your stage performances to fringe festivals or securing bookings in prestigious perform- ing arts centers? Look no further – this workshop is tailor-made for you! Led by the seasoned performer Chase Padgett, whose one-man shows have captivated audiences across North America and beyond, this workshop is a gold- mine of invaluable insights and practical wisdom. Chase is eager to impart his hard-earned expertise to anyone with a thirst for knowledge and a desire to succeed. Tickets are $25 and available here. Find Out More → Special Event Sponsor  Tito’s Handmade Vodka We are excited to have Tito’s Handmade Vodka as a sponsor for this year’s Fringe Fort Myers! Throughout the event weekend, we will be pouring specialty Fringe themed drinks featuring Tito’s that will be available for purchase to those 21+. Volunteer With Us @ FRINGE Fort Myers: Performing Arts Festival • May 30 – June 2 Volunteer positions for this Festival start on May 27th 2024 and end June 3rd. Positions include, but are not limited to: – Set up/ Reset help – Performance Ushers – Bartenders – Parking Assistance – Music Venue help – And so much more! We are currently asking for : -up to 12 individuals on May 27th -up to 8 individuals for May 28th -up to 6 individuals for May 29th -up to 17 individuals for May 30th -up to 30 individuals for May 31st -up to 39 individuals for June 1st -up to 34 individuals for June 2nd -up to 6 individuals for June 3rd Scan or click hereto find more info on volunteer times!  Sign Up to Volunteer → Find Out More →    Alliance for the Arts • ArtInLee.org 239-939-2787 • 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers Membership • Donate • Classes • Exhibits • Theatre Bloom & Wallace Digital Arts Lab  Janet & Bruce Bunch · The Claiborne & Ned Foulds Foundation Leigh Frizzell Hayes · Mary Lou & Richard Helms Meisenberg Family Trust · Jon & Megan Romine · Arthur Zupko And incredible people like you! |