Hollywood Fringe: Ricki Lantana
Category: Events Calendar
Date and Time
- Friday, Jun 12, 2026 8:30pm
Location
Second Place Studios by Mirth Arts Foundation
6560 Hollywood Blvd
Details
Ricki Lantana is a high-energy musical comedy act that defies categorization, centering on an extraterrestrial visitor who insists, with absolute conviction, that he hails from Europe. Blurring the lines between a concert and a surreal cabaret, the show offers an exhilarating journey through sound and satire, anchored by a sonic palette inspired by disco legends Sylvester and Patrick Cowley, the eerie electronic textures of Mort Garson, and the captivating 80’s vocoder styling of Laurie Anderson. While traditional narrative structures like plot, conflict, and resolution are absent, the experience unfolds as a vibrant, non-linear spectacle. Between electrifying song and dance numbers, the performer delivers strange and hilarious monologues in an ambiguously European accent, punctuated by slight improvisations that keep every performance fresh and unpredictable. The result is a show that is as exciting as it is hilarious from the intro to the final note. By the end of the night, the audience is left not just entertained, but with a newfound appreciation for a very specific kind of friendship: one forged with a homosexual, strange, and utterly charming extraterrestrial. Ricki Lantana is available on all major music streaming and listening platforms. Whether you are looking for the disco-fueled beats or the intergalactic banter, the act invites listeners to join the party across the galaxy.
