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Welcome to the Midwest, and possibly one of the friendliest Fringe festivals you will attend. One of the best parts about Omaha Fringe is the staff.

For fringe artists, producing a solo show Off-Broadway can feel like a big leap, even though much of the work looks familiar. What changes is the context: New York City and the expectations that come with an Off-Broadway venue.

Denver Fringe is a newer festival here in the US, and I fully expect it to grow into something big in the coming years. I was impressed on many levels. Festival promotion, artist care, and some lovely venues all stood out.

In the world of theater, the relationship between performers and reviewers can feel complicated. For some artists, the thought of a reviewer in the audience brings excitement and dread in equal measure. But at its best, the work of a reviewer is not about passing judgment from a distance, but about helping connect audiences to the art being made in their community.

For many Fringe artists, the focus is on script, staging, and performance. But there is another tool that can elevate your show and surprise your audience: sound. Foley artistry, the live creation of sound effects using everyday objects, can transform a performance, adding dimension and energy in ways that lighting or props alone cannot achieve.

Welcome to one of the longest-running fringe festivals in the Midwest! Each year, the Minnesota Fringe Festival offers over 100 productions across two jam-packed weeks.

Fringe performer Steve Budd has become known for his multi-character solo shows. His process enables him to create stories with strong narratives and grounded characters.

There’s something special about your very first festival. It’s equal parts adventure, nerves, and a big ol’ heap of hope. Solofest was a great experience, but it was also a crash course in the festival hustle.

Martin Dockery: A case study in what it takes to thrive in a niche where fame is fleeting, money is modest, but creative autonomy is absolute.

How collaboration improves any fringe show: a case study of Denver Aerial Dance Collective.

EXPOSED invites storytellers to share experiences that are often hidden away—trauma, grief, identity struggles, and moments of deep transformation. The goal is not sensationalism but authenticity.

Tips for Clowning: A Clown's first goal is to be loved.

As artists, our focus is on creating, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the marketing tasks that seem to sap our energy.