KC FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025
Performances July 17-27
Visual Art July 06-26
Film July 18-20
KC FRINGE FESTIVAL 2025
Performances July 17-27
Visual Art July 06-26
Film July 18-20
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Show Description
A heartfelt one-woman show. Through personal storytelling, raw honesty, and physical comedy, a young woman named Free explores the complexities of growing up queer in the conservative landscape of Kansas. As she rediscovers a box of memories, she shares her experiences with reproductive rights, reflects on who she believes she must be to be loved, and examines the choices we make to find our true selves and the people we may lose along the way. Laughter becomes a lifeline, leading to a renewed understanding of what it means to carve out one’s own path in the world.
Cast and Crew
Director: Steve Hitchcock
Sound Designer: Ryan Marrow
Created and performed by Madi White
Artist & Show Details:
Madi is making her debut at KC Fringe. Her solo show, “The Free State,” recently received critical acclaim for both her exceptional performance and insightful writing at the Atlanta Fringe Festival. Don’t miss this captivating performance!
“Heartbreaking must-see masterpiece that left my entire row weeping.” – Benji Carr, ArtsATL
“Dazzlingly endearing performer, with little dashes of clowning, puppetry, and Americana folk music mixed in.” – Jeffery Zwartjes, Wildly Beloved
“Very funny. Very charismatic. Very talented performer.” – Eli Banks, Ridiculous Romance Cohost
“I had my heart pulled out of my chest by The Free State.” – Mykal Alder June, Last One Out
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