Fresh Ink Fest is The Mechanicals’ new works festival dedicated to developing bold original plays and connecting playwrights, directors, actors, and audiences through staged readings and conversation. The 2026 festival will feature five new works.
2026 Festival Lineup
Thursday, September 24 at 7pm
SelfOwn by Richard Hollman Directed by Mildred R. Gil
Friday, September 25 at 7pm
Alala & The Scarman by Silma Sierra Berrada Directed by Brian Rojas
Saturday, September 26 at 2pm
Postlingual by Brooke Downs Directed by Lunie Jules
Saturday, September 26 at 7pm
Wise Guys by Gabriel Diego Hernandez Directed by Alex Jones
Sunday, September 27 at 5pm
Kinda Sick by Justin Borak Directed by Brynne O’Rourke
Schedule and performance details subject to change.
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Fresh Ink Fest is made possible by the artists, audiences, and supporters who believe in giving new voices a place to be heard. Help The Mechanicals continue developing new work and creating opportunities for artists by making a donation through our fundraising page.
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