Brisk Festival LA at Morgan-Wixson

Brisk Festival LA Celebrates Its 5th Edition with 49 Plays, 33 in English and 16 in Spanish, Over 200 Artists, and a Fresh Take on Contemporary Theater

From August 16 to September 7, 2025, Brisk Festival LA returns to the Morgan-Wixson Theater with a bold new edition showcasing 49 short plays—33 in English and 16 in Spanish—written, directed, and performed by over 200 artists from across the globe.
 
Following the successful launch of its first international edition in Buenos Aires, the festival is back in Los Angeles to celebrate five editions of storytelling that transcends language and geography. Produced by Full Emotions and founded by actor and filmmaker Christian Rodrigo, Brisk has become a vital platform for independent theater, amplifying new voices and fostering cultural exchange through the performing arts.

“Live theater is not just an art form—it’s a mirror of who we are and a common language that brings us together,” says Rodrigo. “In times of fragmentation, festivals like Brisk remind us that art can build bridges and spark genuine human connection.”

The festival will present six curated programs, each featuring a selection of 10-minute plays. The most outstanding works, selected by both the audience and a professional jury, will compete in the final round from September 5 to 7.

Brisk offers an immersive experience combining theater, cuisine, and learning. Telefèric Barcelona will serve paella and tapas before each performance. The public is invited to participate in free workshops, and there will be artistic interventions and surprise events throughout the festival.

This year’s edition is supported by the Instituto Cervantes of Los Angeles, the Consulates of Mexico, Spain, and Peru, and the LeaLA Literary Festival, reinforcing the festival’s mission of creative exchange across borders and platforms for underrepresented voices in the arts.

Supporting initiatives like Brisk affirms the power of the arts to inspire dialogue, strengthen community, and celebrate the richness of our diversity. In a city as diverse as Los Angeles, Brisk invites audiences to reflect, listen, and connect through the universal language of performance.

All shows will take place at the Morgan-Wixson Theater, located at 2627 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA. Tickets start at $19 and are available at www.briskfestival.com/tickets.