SOLOCOM NYC’25: LOVE/TIWARI/EPPS/OUTLAW

NPCE–MCE – ALLISON LOVE

Still in process, 4-5 characters who you would typically classify as having NPCE (Non-Playable Character Energy) step into the spotlight, it’s their time to shine. Providing comedic relief, and a joyful reminder to us all that you are the main character of your story.

Freeway Flirting – PREETI TIWARI

Buckle up for a hilarious ride down the fast lanes of Los Angeles, where flirting isn’t just for bars—it happens on the freeways, too! In this high-energy original solo performance piece, I navigate the intersections of romance, road rage, and ridiculous encounters behind the wheel. From honks as love calls to tailgaters with boundary issues, every moment on the road reveals a deeper truth about human connection—wrapped in a whole lot of laughter. With sharp wit and playful storytelling, “Freeway Flirting” explores the unspoken language of the road, where turn signals double as flirtation techniques and rear-end collisions might just lead to true love (or at least an awkward exchange of insurance info). This show is a comedic love letter to L.A. car culture and a reflection on how we seek attention, affection, and amusement—even at 70 mph. Drawing from my twelve years in L.A. before making the jump to NYC, “Freeway Flirting” speaks to anyone who’s ever experienced the wild, unspoken signals of attraction—while transforming the absurdities of honks, tailgates, and even police chases into quirky metaphors for modern courtship.

The Banana Show – ANN VAN EPPS

It is a mix of standup comedy and humorous songs that talk about my life and finding love. Including the song Sad Girl Spring/ I Love Plants where I was sad and alone and then found love (not with a plant but a human man), ‘Weiner Delight’ and ‘Family Time’.

The Way Things Used to Be – SUNNY OUTLAW

Poetic Comedian Sunny Outlaw delivers talks about how things were done in the past. Often taking on a sarcastic older perspective, he is attempting to bridge the humanity that we’re losing in our technological advancements. Rather than resisting the new age, he’s just remind us how we used to be.

SOLOCOM NYC has launched over 400 new solo comedies that have gone on to longer runs, tours and festivals around the world (including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.)

SOLOCOM NYC is a festival of new solo work. All shows presented are 75% 100% new material, and are created specifically for the festival. SOLOCOMs goal is to push artists to create a show that is meaningful, personal and to follow the fear.