The 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe, FRIGID New York's flagship festival, takes place February 15-March 5, 2023 at The Kraine Theater and UNDER St. Marks. It is an open and unjuried theater festival that gives artists an opportunity to let their ingenuity thrive in a venue that values freedom of expression and artistic determination. In true support of our Indie Theater Community, 100% of box office proceeds go directly to the artists whose work is being presented.
Selected works include:
@make_us_scream
Written by Elisabeth Yancey, Courtney Stennett & Kasey Connolly
Presented by 3 of Cups
These women would do anything for their following, but what happens when it gets too close? Three women have captivated their fan base by telling scary stories, but tonight they find themselves living in one.
As I Eat the World
Written by Luis Roberto Herrera
A Latine man confronts his mental health and eating disorders by attempting to eat THE WORLD.
Death of a Salesman: A New Play
Written by Austen Halpern-Graser
Death of Salesman: A New Play is about death, sales, men, but most importantly, it is a 100 percent brand new baby (Sunglasses Emoji). Watch in awe as the nation's two brightest entrepreneurs hustle, grind, backstab, and sacrifice everything they have to bring their vision to life (the vision is eco-friendly tennis balls).
Kingfish
Written by Lane McLeod Jackson
J.J. Williams (Tyler Riley) is the best Bass Fisherman the game has ever seen. So, he knows, better than most, that anyone might be your partner in a mixed tournament. But even so, this rude, ignorant jerk who eats, complains, and does no fishing is about to awaken J.J.'s famous temper. Till the stranger reveals his horns, cloven hooves, and identity. Old Scratch, A.K.A the devil (Lane McLeod Jackson), is itching for another soul to add to his mason jar collection. A contest atop the water will begin as J.J. realizes eternity might be only a few hours away.
Pretty Beast
Written by Kazu Kusano
When schizophrenia and alcoholism collide in one Japanese family, comedy becomes her superpower--and a ticket to freedom. Award-winning comedian Kazu Kusano takes audiences on a rebellious comedic journey deftly navigating mental illness, sexism, and love. With storytelling as raw as it is inspiring, Kazu celebrates overcoming obstacles that stand in the way of your dreams.
The Rise and Rise of Marianne Williamsons
Written by Matthew Antoci
The Rise and Rise of Marianne Williamsons is a mixed-media drag spectacle that imagines what it would look like if the rich had to pay their debts. Both an homage to and send-up to philanthropy and the Upper East Side lady, this incredibly loose adaptation of Timon of Athens casts Marianne Williamson as hostess of the biggest flop parade ever seen on Park Avenue.
COVID-19 Safety Information:
Masks are required at some performances, including the entire weekend of February 24-26.
