Review: Buckle Up for Laughs with Velma & Clarice (a.k.a. The AMAZING Amazing Race Roadtrip)

Reviewed by Shawn Maus for the League of Cincinnati Theatres at Cincinnati Fringe Festival

Velma & Clarice is the buddy road trip comedy we didn’t know we needed. Think Thelma & Louise but with more laughs, fewer cliffs, and a lot more imagination.

Shawn Says:"A riotous road trip with heart—Velma & Clarice is the laugh-out-loud farce Fringe was made for."

In this madcap misadventure, two sisters on the run find themselves filming an application video for The Amazing Race—while dodging the police and navigating a series of ridiculous mishaps. The result? A perfectly executed farce that Carol Burnett and Neil Simon would die for, filled with fast-paced comedy, sharp dialogue, and a surprising amount of heart.

The chemistry between the two actors is electric. Their comedic timing is exceptional—every beat lands, every glance says more than words. It’s physical comedy meets emotional resonance, and it works beautifully.

Yes, it’s outrageous. Yes, it’s absurd. And yes, you’ll laugh your face off. But beneath the hilarity, there’s something deeply touching about two women rediscovering who they are when everything else is falling apart.

If you love character-driven chaos and a good laugh with your feels, Velma & Clarice is your ticket. This is one road trip worth taking.

Grab yours here: https://cincyfringe.com/velma-and-clarice/

Shawn Says:"A riotous road trip with heart—Velma & Clarice is the laugh-out-loud farce Fringe was made for."