by Constance Jaquay Strickland

Quick peeks at #HFF25’s “Women on the Fringe” by Fringe Femmes who are behind the scenes this year. Click Here for all Check-Ins

WHO: Aditi Pradhan

WHAT: Riding in Cars with Girls

WHERE: 905 Cole Theatre, 905 Cole Av

WHY: Because this show grabs you by the heartstrings. Because Aditi found a beautiful, clever way to frame vignettes as a TED Talk inviting us to explore the history of women earning the right to drive, while also celebrating girls in tech. Because it’s both educational and emotional, and makes you think about freedom not just who gets it, but what it costs. Because driving isn’t just about movement, it’s about agency and self power.

Because one vignette broke my heart in a way I wasn’t prepared for. Because it reminded me that a woman’s right to leave does not always come easily, and is far too often met with consequence or violence. Because Aditi delivers these truths with care, attention, and deep love.

Because for every revolution and societal shift, there is loss but there is also hope. Because the future always brings change.

HOW: https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/11833