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Kids Fringe at The Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival

Saturday and Sunday | May 17, 18, 24, 25 | 10am-2pm

Orlando Garden Club — 710 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803

Join us each Saturday and Sunday of festival for free crafts, activities, games, and shows that are perfect for kids of all ages.

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Daily Show Schedule

*subject to change*

May 17 & 18

Saturday May 17th | Theme: Kindness

10:00 AM Juice Box Toast/Ribbon Cutting

Join the Kids Fringe team to kick off this year’s festival!

DJ BOOTH | ALL AGES


10:10 AM Trap Baby & Me: It’s a Party!

Get ready for a fun, high-energy performance where music meets learning! Join Dr. Celina for an interactive show featuring the beats and rhythms used in Trap Baby & Me classes to support early childhood development. Sing, dance, and play along as we turn learning into a party!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:10 AM Magically Ever After

A magical visit with James the Unbelievable and ChaChing the Amazing Bunny. Includes the opportunity to pet and take photos with a live bunny.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

10:40 AM Let’s Go Camping

Join best friends Happy Camper and Fuzzy on a camping adventure, told through music, puppetry, and creative play! Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll to the performance to accompany them on their journey.

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:50 AM CFCArts Presents: Excerpts from Anastasia

Featuring the talented young performers of CFCArts Youth Theatre! 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

11:25 AM KIDS FRINGE FEATURED SHOW: "Ruff" By Jenifer Nii

This play speaks to the challenges today’s youth face as it highlights themes of friendship and acceptance through a heartwarming story about two shelter dogs navigating their shared circumstance.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Taming of the Screens: A Live Out Think Media Adventure

Kids team up with Shakespeare's clowns and sprites on a quest, where they learn the power of curiosity and context clues to stay safe online. 

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Shakespeare for Beginners

Tim Mooney Repertory Theatre presents a handful of Shakespeare's most accessible monologues.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | MIDDLE SCHOOL

12:40 PM A Fairy’s Choice: A Stardust Kingdom Adventure

Train alongside our newest fairy recruit and learn what it takes to be an official fairy of the kingdom with Darcy the Pirate, Destiny the fairy, and special guests! Hang around afterward for craft time!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:45 PM Flamencodanza Show

A dance, guitar and percussion trio that combines the characteristic elements of rhythm, artistry and elegance of Flamenco. The program consists of original guitar solos and dance numbers accompanied by percussion. 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

1:00 PM Story Time: Miss.Jojo

Join silly Miss.Jojo for a story and a good time!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES

1:20 PM Story Drama with Teacher Chris

Enjoy a fun, structured drama time with an incredible Teaching Artist from Orlando Family Stage!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

Sunday May 18th | Theme: Happiness

10:00 AM Musical Treehouse by Central Florida Vocal Arts

Join Central Florida Vocal Arts for an interactive music show where kids become the stars!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:10 AM Children’s Chorus

Musical Traditions Incorporated presents songs and instrumental solos.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

10:40 AM Let’s Go Camping

Join best friends Happy Camper and Fuzzy on a camping adventure, told through music, puppetry, and creative play! Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll to the performance to accompany them on their journey.

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:50 AM Magic Class (Workshop)

Abracadabra, It's Magic Class! Join professional Orlando Magician, James Songster, and learn to make and perform a fun magic trick of your very own. 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

11:25 AM KIDS FRINGE FEATURED SHOW: "Ruff" By Jenifer Nii

This play speaks to the challenges today’s youth face as it highlights themes of friendship and acceptance through a heartwarming story about two shelter dogs navigating their shared circumstance.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Taming of the Screens: A Live Out Think Media Adventure

Kids team up with Shakespeare's clowns and sprites on a quest, where they learn the power of curiosity and context clues to stay safe online. 

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Tap Into Dance (Workshop)

Tap into Theater Academy’s elite students demonstrate and assist participants in learning essential musical theater dance skills! Join us for two dynamic sections: Broadway Jazz & Intro to Tap!

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:40 PM A Fairy’s Choice: A Stardust Kingdom Adventure

Train alongside our newest fairy recruit and learn what it takes to be an official fairy of the kingdom with Darcy the Pirate, Destiny the fairy, and special guests! Hang around afterward for craft time!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:45 PM Flamencodanza Show

A dance, guitar and percussion trio that combines the characteristic elements of rhythm, artistry and elegance of Flamenco. The program consists of original guitar solos and dance numbers accompanied by percussion. 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

1:00 PM Story Time: Miss.Jojo

Join silly Miss.Jojo for a story and a good time!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES

1:20 PM Story Drama with Miss Jessica

Enjoy a fun, structured drama time with an incredible Teaching Artist from Orlando Family Stage!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

May 24 & 25

Saturday May 24th | Theme: Friendship

10:00 AM Milestones Through Music

Preschool Music Class! Come Pinch Bubbles, interact with puppets, sing stories and move to the music!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:10 AM Short Plays from Children’s Stories

The Timber Springs Middle School’s Advanced Musical Theatre Class has adapted children’s stories into short plays. Come see some of your favorite stories brought to life!

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

10:40 AM Let’s Go Camping

Join best friends Happy Camper and Fuzzy on a camping adventure, told through music, puppetry, and creative play! Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll to the performance to accompany them on their journey.

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:50 AM Jane Austen Presents… A Game of Graces (Workshop)

An interactive workshop-style presentation on etiquette and social graces from the Regency period including instruction in the use and language of fans, proper greetings, and dress of the period. 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

11:25 AM KIDS FRINGE FEATURED SHOW: "Ruff" By Jenifer Nii

This play speaks to the challenges today’s youth face as it highlights themes of friendship and acceptance through a heartwarming story about two shelter dogs navigating their shared circumstance.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Taming of the Screens: A Live Out Think Media Adventure

Kids team up with Shakespeare's clowns and sprites on a quest, where they learn the power of curiosity and context clues to stay safe online. 

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM The Dramatic SLP Showcase

A theater production comprised of kids and teens who are neurodivergent and working on communication/language/self expression, written and performed by the participating children.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:45 PM The Big Thank You

This show tells the true story of an Air Force musician stationed in Germany right after the fall of communism. At the time, Americans had little information about that part of the world because it was highly guarded. There were many mysteries and stories which came to light that made this trip the most memorable for the band.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

1:00 PM Story Time: Miss Deanna

Featuring a storyteller from the Orange County Public Library!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES

1:20 PM Story Drama with Miss Jessica

Enjoy a fun, structured drama time with an incredible Teaching Artist from Orlando Family Stage!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

SUNDAY May 25th | Theme: SUNSHINE

10:00 AM Milestones Through Music

Preschool Music Class! Come Pinch Bubbles, interact with puppets, sing stories and move to the music!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | PRESCHOOL

10:10 AM Jane Austen Presents… A Game of Graces (Workshop)

An interactive workshop-style presentation on etiquette and social graces from the Regency period including instruction in the use and language of fans, proper greetings, and dress of the period. 

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

10:40 AM Let’s Go Camping

Join best friends Happy Camper and Fuzzy on a camping adventure, told through music, puppetry, and creative play! Children are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll to the performance to accompany them on their journey.

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | PRESCHOOL


10:50 AM How to Be a Superhero (Workshop)

Featuring The Bombshells Cosplay!

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

11:25 AM KIDS FRINGE FEATURED SHOW: "Ruff" By Jenifer Nii

This play speaks to the challenges today’s youth face as it highlights themes of friendship and acceptance through a heartwarming story about two shelter dogs navigating their shared circumstance.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Taming of the Screens: A Live Out Think Media Adventure

Kids team up with Shakespeare's clowns and sprites on a quest, where they learn the power of curiosity and context clues to stay safe online. 

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

12:10 PM Magically Ever After

A magical visit with James the Unbelievable and ChaChing the Amazing Bunny. Includes the opportunity to pet and take photos with a live bunny.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

12:45 PM Improv for Real Life (Workshop)

Includes team building activities to empower individuals, while they learn skills for both daily life and theatre.

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

1:00 PM Story Time: Mr. D

Featuring a storyteller from the Orange County Public Library!

OUTDOOR (TREE STAGE) | ALL AGES

1:20 PM Story Drama with Miss Jessica

Enjoy a fun, structured drama time with an incredible Teaching Artist from Orlando Family Stage!

OUTDOOR (COURTYARD STAGE) | ALL AGES

1:20 PM How to Break! A Dance Class with Break Roots

Enjoy a demo from professional breakers and try some moves yourself!

INDOOR (MAINSTAGE) | ALL AGES

Our layout contains a Sensory Tent, available for anyone to visit and take a break from the festival's hustle and bustle. We have the following elements available in this space: noise-canceling headphones, a sensory bead bin, fidget toys, and two crafts that emphasize fine motor skills. This space also includes the shade of the tent and a fan to try to keep things cool! Items are disinfected after each use.

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New This Year!

Sundays 12-2pm on the Lawn - Browse and purchase products from kid vendors!

Daily @ 11:00 AM - INDOOR (MAINSTAGE)

PLUS THERE’S MORE

Daily Scavenger Hunt @ 10:10 AM - Find the hidden things and win a sticker prize!

Fringezilla Meet & Greet Daily @ 11:00 AM - Say hello to your favorite green dinosaur!

Daily Contest @ 12:10 PM - Participation gets you an entry ticket to a raffle drawing!

Daily Parade @ 1:45 PM - Make your own parade craft and join in line! End with an ice pop!

Special Guest: May 24 - Local Author Ilene Lieber of “Zoey’s Adventure Books”

Visit our “Little Library” - Take a free book or bring one to exchange!

Local Organizations: Orlando Science Center, Out Think Media, Jane Austen Society

Pop-Up Events: Face Paint! Messy Crafts! Meet & Greets!

Kids Fringe brings live performances, fun workshops, and immersive activities for both the young and the young-at-heart!

Join Fringezilla and the Kids Fringe Team for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival—and it's all FREE!

And keep an eye out—Kids Fringe pops up across Central Florida for even more exciting adventures beyond the festival!

Four young children painting on a colorful wall outdoors with brushes, wearing green and yellow shirts.

Do you have a show, workshop, or event that you think would be great for Kids Fringe?

Please email us at kidsfringe@orlandofringe.org

Children sitting on grass for an outdoor storytime event, with a storyteller reading a book under a tree. Other people are standing nearby in a park setting.