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Here's what to see at Fringe on Sept. 19

Today's highlights: a Fringe-worthy play for kids and a play paired with cocktails for grownups.

“Aunty Ben” involves a 9-year-old and his drag queen uncle.
“Aunty Ben” involves a 9-year-old and his drag queen uncle.Read moreCourtesy of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.

What to see Tuesday night at the Fringe Festival:

  1. 7 p.m.: Aunty Ben. A play for kids (8 and up) and adults. Nine-year-old Tracy's favorite uncle is Aunty Ben, who also happens to be a drag queen. Respectful, positive, celebratory. William Way LGBT Community Center, 1315 Spruce St.  70 minutes. $20.

  2. 8 p.m.: #Cocktail Plays. Four short plays by local playwrights, performed by three actors. Each play is "paired" with a specially created cocktail. Bar opens an hour before showtime. Philadelphia Distilling, 25 E. Allen St. 70 minutes. $20. Also 6 and 8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.

Information: 215-413-1318, fringearts.com.