The Hobgoblin Playhouse

Seven Plays. One Day. Zero Safety Net.
Fresh off an incredible award-nominated run with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/14195" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Somos Aire</a>&nbsp;at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival, Theatre Unleashed returns with one of our signature formats: seven brand-new 10-minute plays, written and staged in under 24 hours.
The night before the show, our writers get a topic, a pot of coffee, and until sunrise to finish a script. By morning, that script lands in the hands of a director and cast who have less than ten hours to turn it into a fully realized production — blocking, memorizing, and staging a world premiere before the house opens.
The result is funny, reckless, and electric. This isn’t polished theater — it’s theatrical skydiving. Big swings, bold choices, no time to second-guess. Just a team of artists in freefall together.
Come jump into the unknown with us!

Local Event: SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS: A 24-Hour Theatre Event

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Los Angeles

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SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS: A 24-Hour Theatre Event

Seven Plays. One Day. Zero Safety Net.
Fresh off an incredible award-nominated run with Somos Aire at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe...

Electric Lodge

written by Ray Richmond, directed by Lee Costello
August 1st at 2:30pm (30 min) 
“…a homage to the works of Clifford Odets.” –&nbsp;<a href="https://stageandcinema.com/2026/07/04/another-distraction-from-the-epstein-files-review/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">StageAndCinema.com</a>
A sharp satirical drama following Rebecca and Daniel, a couple steeped in political resistance, as they struggle to rebuff an unbearable truth unfolding in real time. Starring Jill Holden and Steve Hofvendahl.
Tickets are $12. Learn more at <a href="https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14983" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14983</a>

Local Event: Another Distraction From the Epstein Files

Another Distraction From the Epstein Files

written by Ray Richmond, directed by Lee Costello
August 1st at 2:30pm (30 min) 
“…a homage to the works of Clifford Odets.”...

Written &amp; performed by Dara Kosberg
August 1st at 3:30pm (60 min) 
NOMINEE – The 2026 Fringe Award for Comedy
 
“There’s a mystical and ever-moving line that solo shows sometimes cross into the realm of other worldliness and soul changing. I have seen probably thousands of solo shows and very few cross that line… Homecoming did, almost as soon as the show began.“ 
–&nbsp;<a href="https://nohoartsdistrict.com/homecoming-review-hollywood-fringe-festival/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NoHoArtsDistrict.com</a>When Dara gets the call that her mother is dying while she’s studying abroad in Australia, an already complicated mother-daughter relationship gets a lot more complicated. A winding, funny, and deeply human path toward an impossible question: how do you make amends with a dead mom?
Tickets are $20. Learn more at <a href="https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14991" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14991</a>

Local Event: Homecoming

Homecoming

Written & performed by Dara Kosberg
August 1st at 3:30pm (60 min) 
NOMINEE – The 2026 Fringe Award for Comedy
 
“There’s a...

 The Electric Lodge

Written &amp; directed by Barrett DeYoung
August 1st at 5:00pm (60 min) 
RECOMMENDED&nbsp;“…the best thing I’ve seen at the Fringe.”&nbsp;–&nbsp;<a href="https://latheatrebites.com/hff26-hold-that-thought-while-i-scream-the-hobgoblin-playhouse-review/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LA&nbsp;Theatre&nbsp;Bites</a>
Set in a 1940s therapist’s office, a therapist tries to hold her composure through patient after patient after patient — while quietly unraveling herself. Because even your therapist needs someone to talk to.
Tickets are $15. Learn more at <a href="https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14652" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14652</a>

Local Event: Hold That Thought While I Scream

Hold That Thought While I Scream

Written & directed by Barrett DeYoung
August 1st at 5:00pm (60 min) 
RECOMMENDED “…the best thing I’ve seen at the...

Local Event:  Hold That Thought While I Scream

 Hold That Thought While I Scream

written &amp; directed by Christina Tinde Jesenski&nbsp; 
6:30pm (65 min) 
 
RECOMMENDED&nbsp;“Not without some sly humor, it is both disturbing and enlightening, most notably at the gripping finale. Delivered with fervor… these final moments epitomize the clash between good and evil that churns within many of us.”&nbsp;–&nbsp;<a href="https://stageraw.com/stage-raw-review-glossolalia/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Stage Raw</a>
 
VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED&nbsp;“…a powerful evening of theater…”&nbsp;– Gia On the Move
 
RECOMMENDED –&nbsp;<a href="https://latheatrebites.com/hff26-world-premiere-glossolalia-bad-ladder-review/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LA Theatre Bites</a>
 
Amid a cacophony of cicadas, a preacher’s daughter and her father’s protégé give in to a secret, tender intimacy outside an abandoned church — until guilt takes hold of one, but not the other.
 
Tickets are $24. Learn more at <a href="https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14997" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14997</a>

Local Event: GLOSSOLALIA: An American Gothic Drama 

GLOSSOLALIA: An American Gothic Drama 

written & directed by Christina Tinde Jesenski  
6:30pm (65 min) 
 
RECOMMENDED “Not without some sly humor, it is both...

Written &amp; performed by Stefan Marks 
8:00pm (60 min)WINNER – The 2026 StageCrafts LA Freeway Circuit Invitation Award
NOMINEE&nbsp;– 2026 Hollywood Fringe Award for Solo Theatre
NOMINEE&nbsp;– 2026&nbsp;SOHO&nbsp;Playhouse International Fringe Encore Series

“…one of the funniest, cleverest, and most shocking plays I have seen… ever… ” –&nbsp;<a href="https://nohoartsdistrict.com/my-one-woman-show-the-search-for-a-truthful-moment-review/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NoHoArtsDistrict.com</a>

PICK OF THE WEEK&nbsp;“…a multi-layered and dynamic performance that will subvert your expectations and tug your heartstrings.” –&nbsp;<a href="https://larchmontbuzz.com/theater/spotlight-on-fringe-solo-performances/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Larchmont Buzz</a>

VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED&nbsp;“The dialog is raw, real, relatable and meaningfully profound. Marks opens his heart and very soul to the audience and most importantly to himself in a hilarious and compassionate telling.” –&nbsp;Gia On The Move

WOW!&nbsp;“As quirkily entertaining as the first three-quarters of an hour have been, it’s the turn My One Woman Show takes at about the 45-minute mark that turn it into something extraordinary and extraordinarily moving.” –&nbsp;<a href="https://stagescenela.com/2026/06/my-one-woman-show-the-search-for-a-truthful-moment/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">StageSceneLA</a>
“…a fascinating and often exhilarating piece of theater, showcasing an extraordinary performer at the top of his game and a concept that’s as inventive as it is deeply personal.” –&nbsp;<a href="https://stageandcinema.com/2026/06/30/my-one-woman-show-review-hollywood-fringe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">StageAndCinema.com</a>
Kicked out of a Develop-Your-Own-One-Person-Show workshop, an older man searches for one truthful moment to finish his “one woman show.” Written by and starring Stefan Marks (OPHELIA, Odyssey Theatre; LA Ovation Award winner for&nbsp;HELLO).
Tickets are $15. Learn more at <a href="https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14955?tab=details" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.thestagecrafts.com/projects/14955</a>

Local Event:  MY ONE-WOMAN SHOW (The Search for a Truthful Moment)

 MY ONE-WOMAN SHOW (The Search for a Truthful...

Written & performed by Stefan Marks 
8:00pm (60 min)WINNER – The 2026 StageCrafts LA Freeway Circuit Invitation Award
NOMINEE –...

 MY ONE-WOMAN SHOW (The Search for a Truthful Moment)

Ura Qiu

Chris Lindahl

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Echo Park-Silver Lake

Highland Park-Mount Washington

Eagle Rock

Hollywood

South Pasadena

West Hollywood

South Gate-Lynwood

Culver City

Beverly Hills

San Marino

First Presbyterian Church

An Exploration of Japanese, Indian, Latin &amp; Jazz Fusion
Reuniting on stage for the first time in more than two decades — and appearing together in the United States for the first time — acclaimed shakuhachi artist John Kaizan Neptune and Grammy-winning ghatam virtuoso Giridhar Udupa come together for an extraordinary evening of music.
Joined by David Neptune on Takeda percussion, Christophe Ambrosino on guitar, and Spencer Hinkle on bass, the quintet explores original compositions shaped by Japanese melodies, South Indian rhythm, jazz improvisation, Latin influences, and musical traditions from around the world.
Across a rare 90-minute performance, the ensemble creates a sound that is at once intimate, adventurous, and deeply immersive. Each performance unfolds as a living conversation where melody, rhythm, and spontaneity meet in the moment.
More than a concert, Roots &amp; Rhythm celebrates musical friendship, creative exchange, and the power of music to connect people across generations, cultures, and borders.
Your presence helps sustain independent live music and meaningful artistic collaboration. We are deeply grateful to the patrons, supporters, and community members helping bring this experience to life.More information on <a href="https://www.rootsandrhythm.live" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">rootsandrhythm.live</a>

Local Event: Roots & Rhythm: Shakuhachi & Ghatam in Dialogue

Roots & Rhythm: Shakuhachi & Ghatam in Dialogue

An Exploration of Japanese, Indian, Latin & Jazz Fusion
Reuniting on stage for the first time in more than two decades — and...

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SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS: A 24-Hour Theatre Event

JUL

25

8:30 PM

The Hobgoblin Playhouse, 1516 N Gardner St, Los Angeles, CA

SUMMER BLOCKBUSTERS: A 24-Hour Theatre Event

JUL

26

7:00 PM

The Hobgoblin Playhouse, 1516 N Gardner St, Los Angeles, CA

Another Distraction From the Epstein Files

AUG

1

2:30 PM

Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Homecoming

AUG

1

3:30 PM

Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Hold That Thought While I Scream

AUG

1

5:00 PM

Los Angeles, CA

Hold That Thought While I Scream

AUG

1

5:00 PM

Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave, Los Angeles, CA

GLOSSOLALIA: An American Gothic Drama

AUG

1

6:30 PM

Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave, Los Angeles, CA

MY ONE-WOMAN SHOW (The Search for a Truthful Moment)

AUG

1

8:00 PM

Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Roots & Rhythm: Shakuhachi & Ghatam in Dialogue

GLOSSOLALIA: An American Gothic Drama 