Projects At The Madnani Theater

HOLLYWOOD FRINGE 2024

1 SLUTBOY

Comedy · self · Ages 18+ · 1hr · United States of America
Being a slut isn't a bad thing! At least Alan doesn't think so. Come see him explore his slutty world. First kisses, first STD, and first time dating a dominatrix all while trying to overcome his deep fear of intimacy.
Being a slut isn't a bad thing! At least Alan doesn't think so. Come see him explore his slutty world. First kisses, first STD, and first time dating a dominatrix all while trying to overcome his deep fear of intimacy.

ADOPTED BY APPALACHIANS

Solo Show · paulina combow · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
In a world before AncestryDNA (AKA the 90's), one young detective will never give up on the search to uncover her true identity. Paulina is on the cold case with help from her friends Agent Fox Mulder and Dolly Parton. Follow the investigation for an unexpected but satisfying conclusion.
In a world before AncestryDNA (AKA the 90's), one young detective will never give up on the search to uncover her true identity. Paulina is on the cold case with help from her friends Agent Fox Mulder and Dolly Parton. Follow the investigation for an unexpected but satisfying conclusion.

DINNER FOR EIGHT

Comedy · written and directed by kaylee mattoon · Ages 13+ · 75 mins · United States of America
Six strangers are invited to a wealthy man's 80th birthday dinner at home. Before long, it is revealed to them that they are much closer to one another than they thought. Chaos ensues as the guests participate in several activities which will determine who is most deserving of a very large prize!
Six strangers are invited to a wealthy man's 80th birthday dinner at home. Before long, it is revealed to them that they are much closer to one another than they thought. Chaos ensues as the guests participate in several activities which will determine who is most deserving of a very large prize!

DINOSAURS

Drama · nightmare lizard productions · Ages 16+ · 1hr · United States of America
A girl, her new best friend, and a real-life dinosaur she accidentally conjured, all go on a quest to kill her high school abuser, or ummm... maybe just tell him off? They haven’t decided yet. Dinosaurs is a brand new workshop about time travel, healing your inner child, and sweet, sweet revenge.
A girl, her new best friend, and a real-life dinosaur she accidentally conjured, all go on a quest to kill her high school abuser, or ummm... maybe just tell him off? They haven’t decided yet. Dinosaurs is a brand new workshop about time travel, healing your inner child, and sweet, sweet revenge.

GET IT TOGETHER

Solo Show · self-produced · Ages 16+ · 2hrs · United States of America
Follow Marlena McHenry's drag persona, Mercutia Falstaff, in an exploration of loneliness, guilt, fear, and love. Through the characters he plays, watch Mercutia be forced to grapple with his own reality in the face of grief. Expect four characters, two hours, and one fabulous mustache.
Follow Marlena McHenry's drag persona, Mercutia Falstaff, in an exploration of loneliness, guilt, fear, and love. Through the characters he plays, watch Mercutia be forced to grapple with his own reality in the face of grief. Expect four characters, two hours, and one fabulous mustache.

IF WE WERE A MOVIE

Solo Show · persephone productions · Ages 11+ · 30 mins · United States of America
We all navigate life differently. Some people use laughter, some people go to therapy, some people bottle things up, some people lie to themselves or to others. For Lily it's different: she sees everything as a movie.
We all navigate life differently. Some people use laughter, some people go to therapy, some people bottle things up, some people lie to themselves or to others. For Lily it's different: she sees everything as a movie.

IN SOME DARK VALLEY: THE TESTIMONY OF REVEREND BRAND

Solo Show · robert bailey · Ages 12+ · 65 mins · United States of America
A fiery post Civil War Appalachian preacher driven by religious passion is challenged by the consequences of an unbending will. “A spell-binding, tour de force performance” with characters and melodies that audiences find “inspiring and uplifting, fascinating and frightening, hilarious and healing.”
A fiery post Civil War Appalachian preacher driven by religious passion is challenged by the consequences of an unbending will. “A spell-binding, tour de force performance” with characters and melodies that audiences find “inspiring and uplifting, fascinating and frightening, hilarious and healing.”

LINKS

Drama · independent · Ages 14+ · 80 mins · United States of America
LINKS: a play about fate interrupted. LINKS is a six-person ensemble that explores themes of love, friendship and forced assimilation as the characters weave in and out of reality and imagined "what-ifs" trying to grasp truth in their imperfect lives.
LINKS: a play about fate interrupted. LINKS is a six-person ensemble that explores themes of love, friendship and forced assimilation as the characters weave in and out of reality and imagined "what-ifs" trying to grasp truth in their imperfect lives.

LOW ON MILK

Musicals & Operas · kartini productions · Ages 12+ · 1hr · United States of America
A mother who struggles with breastfeeding must battle the zombie apocalypse to find formula for her newborn. Latch on, make some mammaries, and teat yourself to some udder fun in this musical comedy. 🍼
A mother who struggles with breastfeeding must battle the zombie apocalypse to find formula for her newborn. Latch on, make some mammaries, and teat yourself to some udder fun in this musical comedy. 🍼

MARILYN & ELVIS, A MAGICAL DRAMEDY (ALMOST A MUSICAL) - MARILYN & ELVIS EN UNA NOCHE BUENA

Comedy · perla negra productions · Ages 13+ · 1hr · United States of America
Elvis and Marilyn, embodied as street artists, forgot their real names after leaving Argentina. She attracts tourists on Hollywood Blvd., he shares his art in Las Vegas. Both seek to survive, clinging to the hope of a lucky night, after being ignored by fate.
Elvis and Marilyn, embodied as street artists, forgot their real names after leaving Argentina. She attracts tourists on Hollywood Blvd., he shares his art in Las Vegas. Both seek to survive, clinging to the hope of a lucky night, after being ignored by fate.