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Whether you’re going or thinking about performing in the largest Arts festival in the world, the 4-hour Edinburgh Fringe Starter Kit workshop will get you primed and pumped. Venue and festival applications begin in  January! So, with 2,700 other shows vying for attention, NOW is the time to get all the info you need to save valuable time and money down the line. We’ll explore an overview of the Fringe, costs, budgeting, choosing a venue, Free Fringe vs. ticketed, using social media, crowd-funding options, choosing a PR person, lodging, creating the perfect blurb and show image, timelines, and a myriad of other vital tips and resources. Past Fringe attendees will also be on hand to answer questions. Led by  PIT faculty member Peter Michael Marino, who recently received 5-star reviews and a slew of media attention for his solo comedy, “Desperately Seeking the Exit,” in 2012 Edinburgh Fringe. www.SeekingTheExit.com

PETER MICHAEL MARINO is the recipient of the 2010 & 2011 Backstage Readers Choice Award for Favorite Comedy Teacher for his Flying Solo classes at The PIT. He has been writing, performing, directing, developing and coaching solo show performers for over 15 years. Pete honed his improv and comedy skills with Theatresports NY where he co-created the long-running “Character Witness”, which led the to development of 50 original characters.  He is the conceiver and librettist of the musical “Desperately Seeking Susan” featuring the hits of Blondie, which played London’s West End and Tokyo; and he also performed in the global smash STOMP. His directorial work has been seen at The PIT, Ars Nova, EST, TADA, IO West, Chashama, The Duplex, Don’t Tell Mamma, American Globe Theatre, Village Theater, The Writers Theater, The ALT Theatre, and Youtube. www.petermmarino.com