Alliance for the Arts announces Fringe Fort Myers 2025 performances
Four-day performing arts festival will be held May 29-June 1
The Alliance for the Arts and Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre are hosting Fringe Fort Myers 2025 Performing Arts Festival May 29 to June 1. Fringe Fort Myers 2025 features a wide variety of performances, from one-person shows, to magic and music, to improv and more.
Fringe Fort Myers 2025 is the newest member of the Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals (CAFF), and the first to come to Southwest Florida. Fringe Fort Myers 2025 follows the long-standing Fringe traditions of being 100% independent, 100 % inclusive and 100% unique. Every ticket you purchase, directly supports the artists bringing these unforgettable stories to life. This year’s performances will take place on two stages, the Foulds Theatre at the Alliance and Off Broadway at Broadway Palm.
Fringe Fort Myers 2025 kicks off Thursday, May 29, at 5 p.m., with a “Flamingle with the Artists” Reception in the Alliance Gallery, giving patrons a chance to meet the artists, followed by the Preview show at 6:30 p.m. At the preview, each performer will have three minutes to sell the audience on why they should see their show. How they do that is up to them! Tickets for the Flamingle are just $5 and include the preview show and hors d’oeuvres.
Following the Preview Show there will be one performance in both venues. Shows average between 45-60 minutes. More information is available at artinlee.org/fringe.
Nine acts have been selected for Fringe Fort Myers 2025 via lottery. Age recommendations are provided with each show synopsis.
In the Foulds Theatre at the Alliance:
“Genious, Madness and Murder: Tales of the Scandalous Family of John Wilkes Booth” – from Lutz, FL
She had a front row seat to history. Asia Booth Clark, the sister of Lincoln’s assassin and the scion of one of America’s most colorful, scandal-prone theatrical dynasties, shares an evening of stories of the many triumphs, scandals and tragedies of the Booths as well as some little-known facts about that national tragedy.
This show is suitable for those ages 8+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 12 p.m.
Stage 2 Improv – from Naples, Fla.
This show is sudience driven and features games, skits and music. Every show is completely different from the next!
This show is suitable for those ages 8+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 1:30 p.m.
Adventures in Baby-hitting- from Boynton Beach, FL
Award-winning writer and professional actor Joshua Ritter performs a solo show detailing his hilarious and heartbreaking experiences as primary caregiver for his special needs twins.
This show is suitable for those ages 18+.
Showtimes: Thursday, May 29, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 5:30 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 3 p.m.
The Other Side – from Belle Isle, FL
The Other Side is a story of survival, an experience of magic and a message of hope. Magician Sebastian Gerhardt was 22 years old when he was diagnosed with an inoperable, malignant brain tumor and told he had six months to live. It was time to say goodbye to his family, friends and loved ones. This show is his story; combining magic and storytelling to express his newfound appreciation for life and inspire others to do the same.
This show is suitable for those 12+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 4 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 4:30 p.m.
Off Broadway Palm at Broadway Palm:
5 X 10 Funny: Power Plays- from Naples, FL
Five funny 10-minute power plays from winners of the Stage It! 10-Minute Play Festival. Fantasy, mimes, clowns, racists and GILFs (o my!) from five American playwrights, performed by two salty nuts.
This show is suitable for all ages.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 6 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 4:30 p.m.
Born Greg – from Astoria, NY
Standup-comedian Max Kaczor’s legal name was, for a mere 24 hours, “Greg.” Max takes a look at what his life has become, and imagines what it could’ve been if he were Greg instead.
This show is suitable for those ages 13+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 3 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 3:30 p.m.
Ivories Guy – from Naples, FL
Ralph Krumins as Ivories Guy delivers an emotionally charged, one-of-a-kind solo performance that leaves audiences spellbound. Through intimate, spontaneous conversations with the crowd, Ralph masterfully channels each character’s dreams, joys, and fears into heartfelt, original songs created spontaneously.
This show is suitable for those ages 13+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 9 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, at 11:30 a.m.
Mind Reader – from Medina, OH
As the show name would suggest, Steven Nicholas will read the minds of many audience members in unexpected and surprising ways.
This show is suitable for those ages 13+.
Showtimes: Friday, May 30, at 5:15 p.m.(this showtime at Foulds theatre); Saturday, May 31, at 7:30 p.m.’ and Sunday, June 1, at 2:15 p.m.
Plant: The Musical – from Bellingham, WA
One piano, two actors, six characters and a ukulele. An absurdist musical about a kid trying to solve every single problem in the world. The solution? Chloroplast! The hilarious, heartwarming and frankly bizarre hit new musical.
This show is suitable for those ages 13+.
Showtimes: Thursday, May 29, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, at 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1 ,at 12:45 p.m.
The closing ceremony will be held at 6 p.m., Sunday, June 1, in the Foulds Theatre. Open to the public and free to attend, the event will celebrate the festival’s standout performances with the presentation of the coveted Best of Venue and Best of Fest awards.
Alliance Members can enjoy any show for $12, non-member tickets are $15, patrons can buy a Festival Pass for $120 that will grant all-access to the entire Fringe experience! Festival pass includes attending any performance, any day-see every show once, or catch favorites again and again. There are no refunds, no exchanges, and no exceptions. Fringe Fort Myers is funded by ticket sales and private donors. Please note that all Fringe Fort Myers shows begin at the time stated on your reservation and that we cannot guarantee late seating. Please arrive 5 to 15 minutes before show time. There will be no late seating for any of the Fringe shows. Tickets may be purchased online at artinlee.org/fringe or by calling the box office at (239) 939-2787.
For sponsorship opportunities, please email Jen Falk at jen@artinlee.org or Melissa at Melissa@artinlee.org.
About Alliance for the Arts
From yesterday’s vision to tomorrow’s masterpiece, a legacy of art and soul. The Alliance for the Arts is celebrating 50 years as a nonprofit community visual and performing arts center located in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida. The Alliance campus and galleries are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Located at 10091 McGregor Blvd., just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For more information, please call 239-939-2787, visit us at www.ArtInLee.org, find us on Facebook, MeetUp and Instagram.