FINDING SHOWS TO SEE
If this is your first time coming to the Hollywood Fringe Festival: Welcome! With over a thousand performances of hundreds of shows throughout a one month period, it can be difficult to determine what to see. Have no fear-- consider this a theater adventure!
On our site, you can search for shows in a lot of different ways at hollywoodfringe.org/shows. You can search by tag, category, venue or date. You can also pop into our in-person Fringe HQ where you can talk to other participants about their show recommendations. You can also download the Fringe app which can come in really handy when you're trying to find shows to see. Want just a taste of what’s out there? There are usually a handful of shows dedicated solely to helping audience members discover shows like the Fringe Cabarets.
Navigating the Hollywood Fringe Festival can definitely be a thrilling experience! Here are some additional tips to help you make the most of your time:
- Plan Ahead: While spontaneity is part of the fun, having a rough plan can help you maximize your experience. Just make sure your must-see shows aren’t scheduled at the same time as your impromptu “let’s see where the night takes us” moments. Because, you know, life’s all about finding that perfect balance between “I’ve got a plan” and “Oops, I didn’t see that coming.” Have fun with your well-organized spontaneity!
- Prioritize Logistics: Consider the location and timing of the shows you want to see. Venues might be close together, but sometimes they’re not. Don’t forget to always factor in travel time between locations and be mindful of show start times.
- Check Reviews and Ratings: If you’re unsure about a show, look at reviews or ratings from other festival-goers. This can provide insight into what you might expect and help you choose shows that align with your interests.
- Explore Different Genres: The Fringe is a great opportunity to experience a variety of performances, from comedy and drama to experimental works. Be open to exploring genres you might not usually gravitate toward.
- Engage with the Community: The festival is not just about watching performances; it’s also a chance to interact with artists and fellow theater enthusiasts. Attend post-show discussions, mingle at Fringe Central, and participate in workshops if available.
- Take Breaks: The festival can be intense with back-to-back shows and events. Don’t forget to take breaks to rest, hydrate, and refuel. This will keep you energized and ready for more performances. If you looking for a great spot to rest, recharge, and/or refuel check out this year’s Hotspots!
- Stay Updated: Use the Fringe app to keep track of any schedule changes, last-minute shows, or special events. It’s a handy tool to help you stay on top of the festival’s dynamic schedule.
Worried about fitting everything in?
Use our Calendar tool at https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/calendar which will display all your favorited shows which are the shows you hearted while looking at individual production pages.
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS
To purchase tickets online…
- Navigate to the project page for the show you'd like to see
- Click on the "Tickets" tab.
- Enter the amount of tickets you'd like to purchase for your desired performance date/time and then click "Add to Cart".
- At this point you’ll be at your cart you may have a discount code which can be applied here by clicking “Apply Discount Code”.
We’ve gone to great lengths to make ticketing fees as low as possible. Patrons are charged a service fee of $3.00 on any ticket greater than $0, including PWYC tickets where an amount greater than $0 is provided.
Patrons may also purchase tickets using the Fringe box office number, during the hours when Fringe HQ is open: 323-455-4585.
Note: all phone sales will incur a per-order $3.00 convenience charge on top of the service fee.
Here’s a concise guide for ticketing at the Hollywood Fringe Festival:
- Buying Tickets: Add tickets to your cart and check out by clicking the cart icon in the upper-right corner.
- Pay What You Can (PWYC) Tickets: In some instances, you may be prompted to name your own ticket price. You can continue buying tickets to multiple productions in the same way. When you are ready to check out, click the cart in the upper-right corner of your screen.
- Livestream Tickets: If you've bought a livestream ticket, an automatic email will be sent with the link to your production's livestream. Save it, and if you don’t see it, a reminder email will always be sent one hour before the show with the link. If you still don't see it 45 minutes before show time, please contact support@hollywoodfringe.org and we can help you get settled.
- Purchase Timing: Buy tickets early; some productions may have online sales close three hours before a performance. Performances may also sell out!
- Fees: We’ve gone to great lengths to make ticketing fees as low as possible. A $3.00 service fee applies to tickets over $0. PWYC tickets with amounts greater than $0 will also incur this fee.
- Phone Sales: Call the Fringe box office at 323-455-4585 during Fringe HQ hours. A $3.00 convenience charge will apply on top of the service fee.
REFUNDS & EXCHANGES
Refunds are handled by the support team at the Fringe. Here’s how refunds and performance swaps work:
- Refunds: Request a refund 24 hours before the performance time, and it will be processed. Refunds are not possible after the settlement check is sent to the participating production.
- Performance Swaps: Need to switch the performance date? No worries! You can request to swap performance times/dates for the same production if there’s no price difference. Email support@hollywoodfringe.org to arrange this.
TICKETING DISCOUNTS
Planning to attend several Fringe shows? We recommend purchasing a Fringe Button for $5. This will earn you ticketing discounts on hundreds of shows, deals at local businesses participating in our Hot Spot program and more! To learn all about Buttons & Hot Spots, go here. Join the fun!