What the Fringe?!

What the Fringe?!
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The podcast dedicated to all things fringe theatre. Host Lauren Hance visits with fringe artists to discuss their endeavors and gain insight into their process.

  1. WTF with Alex Howarth

    FEB 12

    WTF with Alex Howarth

    Every voice deserves a platform, and Alex Howarth is out here making sure that actually happens. Whether he is devising a show with a person with disabilities, bringing a beautiful script to life, or sharing an important piece of theatre on the floor of the UN, he is a champion for all, giving underrepresented voices a space to tell their stories. WTF Alex, why are you so amazing?!   Learn more about Patch of Blue at www.patchofblue.org Keep up with them on: IG: @patchofbluetheatreFB: PoBTheatre   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    36 min
  2. WTF with Charlaina Thompson

    FEB 5

    WTF with Charlaina Thompson

    Two words describe our guest, Charlaina Thompson: Passion and Joy! Charlaina is the creator and director of DUST, which is the story of one man’s unforgettable journey, examining generational trauma, resilience, and survival and based on the true story of the Lofthouse collierty coal mining disaster. Charlaina and Lauren also discuss the beauty of theater and WTF live theatre is an amazing place to experience real human connection. Keep up with Yellow Brick Theatre:   www.yellowbricktheatre.com IG: @yellowbricktheatrecompany TikTok: @yellowbricktheatre  And keep with Charlaina on FB: charlainathompson   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    39 min
  3. WTF with Yoz Mensch

    JAN 29

    WTF with Yoz Mensch

    Clowning and storytelling have a way of sneaking past our defenses, and Yoz Mensch knows exactly how to use that to their advantage. In this episode, we talk about finding your artistic voice, building solo work at the Fringe, and telling queer stories that don’t rely on a big coming-out moment. But really, my biggest question is: WTF kind of conditioner do you use? Yoz, your hair is amazing.   Learn more about Yoz: https://linktr.ee/cackling_jackal Follow Yoz on IG, TikTok: @Yozihaha   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    34 min
  4. WTF with David Salter

    JAN 22

    WTF with David Salter

    Our first-ever ventriloquist, David Salter, joins the podcast to talk Shari Lewis, Green Apples, Cats, and why ventriloquism absolutely belongs on fringe stages. In 2025, David’s solo fringe hit An Evening with Dame Granny Smith won Best Variety Show at the Adelaide Fringe and played to sold-out houses at the Edinburgh Fringe.   And WTF?! This is not a kids show. This delightful apple is here to invite adults to wonder, laugh, and feel, proving fringe theatre is at its best when it’s weird, bold, and unexpectedly moving.   Keep up with David on Instagram: @davidjohnsalter   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    36 min
  5. WTF with Casey Jay Andrews

    JAN 15

    WTF with Casey Jay Andrews

    Casey Jay Andrews is a multi-disciplinary fringe theatre artist willing to take huge risks for the sake of the art. This week, we talk about last-minute creative choices, finding inspiration everywhere, and why making the work you love is at the heart of Fringe theatre and independent performance. From visual storytelling to intimate solo shows, this conversation is about curiosity, emotion, and connection. Plus, we learn WTF is so incredible about crying in a dark theatre.   Learn more about Casey Jay: www.caseyjayandrews.com   Keep up with Casey Jay on Instagram: @caseyjayandrews.art   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    38 min
  6. WTF with Connor Delves

    JAN 8

    WTF with Connor Delves

    Welcome back to season 3 of What the Fringe?! We are starting with an artist who performs at the highest level, riding a bike on stage for the entire 65-minute show. Connor Delves stars in “CADEL: Lungs on Legs,” which chronicles the riveting true story of Cadel Evans, the first and only Australian to win the Tour de France. Connor and Lauren also chat about the day the snow machine broke on the set of a Hallmark film, The Australian Theatre Festival NYC, and WhyTF Timothée Chalamet could never do Connor’s job.   Learn More about Connor, CADEL, and the Australian Theatre Festival: https://www.connordelves.com/ www.cadeltheplay.com https://www.australiantheatrefestival.com/   Keep Up with CADEL on socials: IG, TikTok, X, Bluesky: @cadeltheplay FB: CADEL: Lungs On Legs   Keep up with Connor on IG: @connordelves   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound WTF Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    40 min
  7. WTF with Chris Grace and the 2025 WTF Best of Fringe Awards

    09/25/2025

    WTF with Chris Grace and the 2025 WTF Best of Fringe Awards

    What happens when figuring out QLab sends you down a rabbit hole, leading you to create the wildest fringe show ever? In this final episode for the season, Lauren sits down with long-time Edinburgh Fringe performer, Chris Grace to talk about his experimental show 27 Hours, where he performed a new show every day of the Edinburgh Fringe. They also talk about WTF makes fringe the most artistic time of the year.   Be sure to listen till the end when Chris & Lauren announce the 2025 WTF Fringe Award nominees and winners! The full list and winners will be available on the WTF Blog.   Become a part of Chris’s Patreon athttps://www.patreon.com/chrisgracecomedy   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    38 min
  8. WTF with Penny Sterling

    09/18/2025

    WTF with Penny Sterling

    Stories pull at emotions we didn’t know were there and shape the way we see the world. Penny Sterling realized later in life that she wasn’t just a performer or a stand-up comedian; she was a storyteller. By the end of this episode, you too will know WTF makes Penny so delightful! This episode touches on themes of se*ual violence. If this is not for you at this time, please feel free to let this episode pass, and we will catch you next week.   Find Penny on LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/penny_sterling Keep up with Penny: IG: @pennysterling FB: sterling.penny on on bluesky   Find What the Fringe?! IG: @whatthefringe_productions Online: ⁠www.whatthefringeproductions.com ⁠ YouTube: What the Fringe   Editor: Renowned Media Music: Orchestra of Sound Logo: Ruby Makes Things

    35 min
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The podcast dedicated to all things fringe theatre. Host Lauren Hance visits with fringe artists to discuss their endeavors and gain insight into their process.

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  • Creator
    What the Fringe?!
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
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