FringeArts

The Fringe has a very nice atmosphere inside and out. I really liked the open layout and the ability to see the kitchen work. There is a upstairs inside that allows for additional seating. It reminded me of some parts of Brooklyn but with a Philadelphia twist! The food was hot and fairly good. The service was attentive and nice — she was certainly the best part of the overall experience. Although there is nothing terribly bad about the fringe, I wouldn’t say it’s a «must try» location. It is a great spot to stumble on and grab some food while walking the pier. I wouldn’t specifically write it down as the best place in Philadelphia. The food was good but not fantastic.

Great food and a really cool atmosphere inside the old factory/​pumping station? The bar looks like a lot of fun, we were there for breakfast which was great but I’d definitely love to come back and have a drink.
The place fills up during fringe festival and special events, but outside of that it’s astonishingly not packed which may be a pro or con for some.

I live right around the corner and have wondered why this building remained unchanged. They’ve done a great job. Food is good and beer selection is impressive.

This place exudes cool. Nestled inside a very hip restaurant — at first when I walked in I was a little confused. I was there for the affinity movie premier and the hostess cheerfully told me to walk behind the bar and make a left. We snaked through a hallway and walked into a giant theater!
The seats were cushy, the crowd was awesome and the movie screening was super interesting and very very good!
The atmosphere was next level. Walking through the concrete passageway I almost imagined we were doing something sneaky —
Which made the experience that much better.
I will be back soon! It’s a great space and now that I know about it — it’s a tremendous location for a date night.
Art for the win

I came here for a production of Twelfth Night, or What You Will.
Location/​Ambience:
The location isn’t very convenient — it’s not located near a SETPA rail. I took the bus from center city here. Well, it’s not a far walk from old city.
The building is a bit janky — it’s a semi-​restored warehouse, empty space for the main area. There may be one more theatre space, I doubt it, but the line extends into the main area, if you’re lining up. It’s no frills, no renovations really. I’m fine with that.
The theatre space itself is decent. Stadium seating, room for up to 200 people maybe? I arrived half an hour before the show started and was 10^th in line. I got great seats.
Show:
Superb acting, funny, dramatic, lovely. It was $ 26.50 for a college student pricing. Well worth it.

I’ve always looked at this building when it was vacant and wondered why someone didn’t do something cool with it. The architecture, the size, the location — everything about it is great. FringeArts finally took it over and renovated it!
I went to a show this past weekend called The Room Nobody Knows. I know Fringe shows are supposed to be weird and this one fit the bill. It was as weird as possible in every single way, on every single level. I’m not sure I even have words to describe it. You can read online reviews or just go see it in person. It was very entertaining.
The theater itself is very nice and new and the seats are on a steep grade so you don’t have to worry about your view being obstructed. There are cupholders in the arm rests so you don’t have to leave your beer at the door. There was a bit of trouble getting everyone seated initially for the show, but hopefully they’ll work out those kinks soon. I hear there is an onsite bar and restaurant in the works, so can’t wait for that to open too.

Great building and location, excellent theater and productions. Tickets can be a bit pricey, but discounts are usually available through FunSavers, hitting up previews or if you know someone in the biz. Really psyched about the potential of the Fringe’s new home!