Nightcaps

Ayla played René in the production of Nightcaps, written and directed by Nathaniel Mathis III, during the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival.

A beautiful piece held at the HG Theatre in Hollywood about three relationships in different stages and one woman who's maybe a little too honest for her own good. (That's René!) It all converged at their local neighborhood bar.

This production was sold out nearly every show. People came away thinking and discussing relationships and what they mean.

"... One of the best shows at Fringe this Year"

-Matthew Martin

"Like many, supporting a talented friend is what brought us here. For us, that was Ayla Barreau. And this role... WOW! I have known her for over 10 years & was literally blown away. This was by far the best thing I have ever seen her in. She embodied her character so honestly that she took me to emotional places I never anticipated - from laughter to tears. BRAVO to everyone involved. Can't wait to see it again!!"

-Cyanne McClairian

yla Rose Barreau is a standout in this piece. Her scenes provided the audience with a chance to breathe, appreciate joy, and have hope for the relationships we were watching."

-Tamika Katon-Donegal

"The writer/director Nathaniel Mathis clearly has a strong sense of musicality in his writing, directing and casting. There was no weak link in the cast. Everyone was great.

I was there to see my friend Ayla Barreau and spent a good portion of the play crying with pride and joy to see an actor I have such a strong feeling for get a role she could embody and transcend in a way that would make our old high school acting teacher “proud”.

-Andras Jones"

"...I haven’t seen a show like this in a long time and I’m so glad I did. The acting was phenomenal...

-Nafeesa Islam

"Fantastic play and performances. Gives the audience a chance to reflect on our level of honesty with ourselves, those around us relationship with happiness."

-Mike Wade

"nightcaps is excellent and not to be missed. the writing and direction is great and the cast is stellar."

-Peter Clarke