Your Guide to the 2023 IndyFringe Theatre Festival
Thursday - Sunday | August 17 - September 3 | Presented by Everwise Credit Union
The 2023 IndyFringe Theatre Festival is a three-week celebration of the arts in Downtown Indy. With 300 performances by over 400 performing artists across 6 stages, the IndyFringe Theatre Festival remains one of the most vibrant and vital arts events in the Midwest.
From magic to dance, searing drama to stand-up comedy, the Festival is filled with spectacular, genre-defying performances for every taste.
Fringe Festival Performances
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Ticketing Info
General Admission
A small fee is applied to ensure maximum benefit to the artists
Flex Passes
Save even more with waived ticket fees!
Rush Ticketing
Standard Ticket Price: $20
Rush Ticket Price: $12
Festival Venues
INDYFRINGE THEATRE
719 E. St. Clair Street,
Indianapolis, IN 46202
VENUE 1: INDY FRINGE BASILE THEATRE
A flexible thrust theatre with vintage charm, perfect for plays and cabarets.
Check-In: on St. Clair street just past the College Avenue/Mass Ave intersection.
VENUE 2: INDY ELEVEN THEATER
A small modern blackbox theatre for intimate stand-up, storytelling, and small-scale theatrical productions.
Check-In: on the brick path in front of the Trailhead sign. Immediately across from the Beer Tent.
Accessible Entrance:
Enter the Trailhead lobby and a Staff member or Volunteer will assist you.
THE DISTRICT THEATRE
627 Massachusetts Avenue,
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
VENUE 3: THE DISTRICT CABARET
An intimate performance space with tables and chairs, perfect for magic, stand-up, and storytelling.
Check-In: Enter through the South Entrance of the District Theatre, amidst the District Art Gallery.
VENUE 4: THE DISTRICT MAINSTAGE
A wide stage with auditorium seating is home to a wide variety of musical, comedy, and theatrical performances.
Check-In: Enter through the North Entrance of the District Theatre.
Accessible Entrance: Use the ramp at the North end of the District Theatre, and a Staff member or Volunteer will direct you to the correct theatre.
THE ATHENAEUM
401 E. Michigan Street,
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
VENUE 5: THE AUDITORIUM
This flexible entertainment space features a beautiful archway and open seating for all kinds of performance styles, from storytelling to magic, and plays.
Check-In: Enter from the main entrance at the corner of Michigan and Mass Ave and go up the stairs to the first floor, then head South down the hall.
VENUE 6: THE ATHENAEUM BASILE THEATRE
This expansive proscenium theatre houses our biggest acts, from dance concerts, and musical performances, to impressive youth theatre.
Check-In: Enter from the main entrance at the corner of Michigan and Mass Ave and go up the stairs to the 2nd floor, then head South to the main doors on the left-hand side.
Accessible entrance: Use the door immediately to the East of the main entrance and a Staff member will assist you with the elevator.
Plan Your Visit
A TOAST TO YOU!
Spend an Afternoon at The Beer Tent
Location: 719 E. St. Clair Street.
GO ON AN ADVENTURE
Complete the Passport and Win Awesome Prizes!
Visit the audience services desk for your 2023 Fringe Passport, Sponsored by Bottleworks. See a show at all 6 venues for your chance to win incredible prizes like:
A Spotlight Season Subscription, A membership to KanKan Cinema, Seats to The Longest Dinner and more!
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE!
Indy's Improving - Plan Extra Time for Delays
The IndyFringe Festival spans Massachusetts Avenue, with our cultural campus perfectly positioned at the corner of St. Clair and College. We are so excited about all of the infrastructure improvements in our neighborhood but it does mean that things can get a little messy. Keep track of the city's construction schedule and road closures here!
Festival Map
Navigating downtown Indy can be tough, but with our interactive map, you’ll find all of the art and entertainment you need right at your fingertips!
Click the button in the top left corner of the map to adjust your map settings or see more layers to help you plan your perfect day on the Fringe.
Legend
- Venue 1 – IndyFringe Basile Theatre
- Venue 2 – IndyFringe Indy Eleven
- Venue 3 – The District Cabaret
- Venue 4 – The District Mainstage
- Venue 5 – The Athenaeum Auditorium
- Venue 6 – The Athenaeum Basile Theatre
- The Beer Tent
- Audience Services Desk
- Recommended parking – IndyFringe
- Recommended Parking – The District
- Recommended Parking – The Athenaeum
- Harrison Center Arts Adventure
- Fringe on Wheels – Mobile Stage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is seeing a Fringe show like?
That depends on the show! Many of our acts are interactive and benefit from a lively, engaged, and vocal audience… but others are softer and more introspective pieces. If you have questions about what to expect inside the audience, ask the theatre captain at your venue or visit the audience services desk.
Doors open 10 minutes prior to each show
- You can join the ticket-holder line starting up to 30 minutes prior to the show to ensure prompt entry.
- All seats are first-come-first-served.
- If a production is sold out, you may be asked to fill the audience from one side to another a-la-Disney.
No Late Entry
Shows start on time and may decide not to allow latecomers to avoid disruption. It is impossible to late seat in some theatres without audience members crossing the stage.
No Refunds, Limited Exchange Policy
Exceptions will only be made as outlined in the COVID-19 policy.
Tickets may be exchanged for the same show on a different date if tickets are still available. Date change requests must be made to the box office manager at max@indyfringe.org.
Everyone needs a ticket
This includes children and toddlers. An infant 2 or younger does not require a ticket if they are being held and will not take up a seat in the house.
Performance Etiquette
- Turn off/Silence your Cell Phones
- Cameras and recording devices are not permitted unless specifically requested by the artists.
ADA Accessibility
For ADA accessibility information, please call (317) 210-4639.
Individual Ticket Pricing
- Adult Tickets are $20
- Student Tickets are $14
Individual tickets for performances can be purchased here.
Purchase online or by phone
Click here to browse shows and purchase tickets. Call (317) 210-4639 for assistance or to purchase tickets via phone.
Advance ticket sales are strongly encouraged.
Online sales will be available until each show’s start time.
Purchase Tickets In-Person
In person tickets will be available 30-minutes prior to each show
Please note: CREDIT CARD ONLY. CASH WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AT THE AUDIENCE SERVICES DESK
Yes. Every theatre will have their own box office. However, door sales are credit only and some deals are only available online.
If you need to purchase a ticket using cash, you can do so at the Audience Services desk
IndyFringe does not issue hard copies of your tickets. When you order tickets from the Box Office or Online you will receive a confirmation email with a link to your e-ticket attached. You can print your tickets or show them on a mobile device.
If you are unable to show your tickets, please speak to a volunteer or box office associate for assistance. Whatever the situation, don’t stress. Our dedicated team is here to help.
No Refunds
Exceptions will only be made as outlined in the COVID-19 policy.
Tickets are transferable between different performances of the same production (subject to availability). To request a date transfer, please email max@indyfringe.org.
- Once you’ve purchased a Flex Pass online (click here to purchase), you’ll receive a confirmation email with a 10-character code. This code will usually a mix of letters and numbers.
- Once you have your code, revisit the back to the ticket sales page and select the tickets for the show you’d like to attend. Add those tickets to your cart.
- Click “Buy Tickets Now” and navigate to the window that says “Enter code” plug in your 10-character flex pass code and watch your order total drop to $0.00!
- Finish the checkout process and watch your inbox for your e-ticket delivery!
Watch this video for further instruction or if you have any trouble!
The IndyFringe Theatre Festival runs the length of Mass Ave, from Michigan Street, all the way to the Bottleworks District.
Parking in downtown can be complicated, and free parking is sparse. With that in mind, we have recommended three distinct, paid lots within close proximity to our theatres.
- IndyFringe | The Bottleworks District parking garage – 824 Massachusetts Avenue
- The District Theatre | Penrose building parking garage, access off of North Street
- The Athenaeum |. Old National Center parking lot – Access off of North Street
At this time, vaccines and masks are suggested when adequate social distancing is not possible, but are not required for admission to the theatre.
Certain productions may ask for the front row of audience members to be masked, in which case masks will be provided.
Click here to view the full policy.
Festival Sponsors
