2026 Picks of the Fringe Winners
The best of fest chosen by Patrons, Volunteers, Artists, Staff and Critics.
Every year the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival holds a vote to determine Picks of the Fringe Awards. Picks of the Fringe is a badge of honour that Fringe Artists wear with pride – and helps them grab attention at future Festivals! Voting happens in-person at the ATB Community Patio.
Winners were announced August 23 at our Festival Wrap Party.
The Shape of Seamen: a new comic opera
Walters & Watt | Edmonton, CA | Music/Musical Theatre
Written and Directed by Jacquelin Walters
Designed by Nicole Maloney, Jacquelin Walters
Cast: Michael Watt, Nicole Maloney
Instrumentals: Alex Ward, Jacquelin Walters
Online: @waltersandwatt
GORE (i want to disappear)
Tiny Bear Jaws | Edmonton, CA | Drama
Written by Elena Belyea & Aiskolys
Directed by Elena Belyea
Assistant Directed by Nicole Maloney
Stage Managed by Claire Sonmor
Cast: Geoffrey Simon Brown, Sarah Emslie, Kristen Padayas, Autumn Strom
Online: tinybearjaws.com
Shrute and Tungsta
Dirty Fish Theatre | Edmonton, CA | Performance Art
Stage Managed by Mykenzie Morrison
Cast: Aidan Collins, Harper Oud
Online: @dirtyfishtheatre
Not Quite Sherlock
Chris Gibbs | Toronto, CA | Comedy
Written and Performed by Christ Gibbs
Online: thechrisgibbs.com
650 Light Years Away
Stardust Players | Edmonton, CA | Music/Musical Theatre
Written by Andrea House
Directed by Davina Stewart
Stage Managed by Etta House
Cast: Chris Andrew, Rubim de Toledo, Andrea House
Corey Pickett and Emma Price: "Melody & Mayhem"
Melody & Mayhem | Sydney AU/London UK | Circus
Creative Team: Corey Pickett, Emma Price