A Fundraising Event, Fringe-style
An annual underground gathering of rule-breakers, theatre lovers, and patrons of the arts ready to sustain the vibrant spirit of Fringe.
This is more than just a fundraiser – this is a radical, rebellious, and ridiculously fun testament to the passion and resiliency of grassroots art. When you buy a ticket, you aren’t just supporting the stage – it’s yours to play on.
Give yourself the gift of immersive, riotous Fringe magic and join us for a night where the unexpected reigns, the bubbly flows, and spectacle runs free…
Fueling the Fringe: Why Your Support Counts
We’re at a pivotal moment. Now, more than ever, we need to uplift what makes us weird, wonderful, and wildly important. We want to continue celebrating what connects us. We want to continue providing stages for stories of all stripes… Learn more
Every dollar raised fuels the magic of the Fringe Festival, keeping innovative Artists on stage and audiences on the edge of their seats.
Every dollar raised sustains an outlet for community to gather, broaden their horizons, and be themselves – loudly and proudly.
Every dollar raised keeps Edmonton on the map with more than 750,000 site visits and $20 Million in economic impact. Every. Single. Year.
What’s in Store?
We’re cranking up the chaos, dialing in the daring, and giving you a Fringe experience so electrifying, so wildly unhinged, you’ll be talking about it long after the curtain falls.
ARTISTS TO DAZZLE YOU
Artist Spotlight: Dayna Lea Hoffmann and Katie Yoner from Rat Academy
Dayna Lea Hoffmann and Katie Yoner return as Fingers and Shrimp, the last two rats in Alberta, reprising their “impossibly funny” roles – in an unexpected way – all for A Fringe Benefit on May 23!
With a blend of perfected physical comedy, impeccable interactive theatre, and boundary-pushing whimsy, you’ll find yourself entranced by every scurry; won over by every mischievous antic; and drawn “deeper into [Fingers and Shrimp’s] rodent realm.”
Artist Spotlight: Christine Lesiak and Ian from For Science!
Christine Lesiak and Ian Walker join us for A Fringe Benefit, reprising their roles as zany scientists and bringing more of that profound chaos you know and love.
With a perfect blend of “Bill Nye the Science Guy meets Blue Man Group,” every audience-driven experiment is a testament to the fearlessness of Fringe. Studies show, you’ll leave each performance celebrating the unbridled fun of the scientific method.
Artist Spotlight: Lauren Brady from SWAN?
For A Fringe Benefit, Lauren Brady will reprise the role of Odette (you may remember her from OweADebt at the 2024 Fringe Festival) – a chain smoking, half-swan/half-human searching for true love to break her curse (and leaving audiences in awe!).
With raving reviews across continents, this physical theatre wonder takes audiences through a journey as reflective as it is funny.
Artist Spotlight: Claudia Hartout
Claudia Hartout brings her signature sparkle to A Fringe Benefit where she will make you laugh, blush, and wonder what she’s got hidden up her sequined sleeve.
Whether she’s reading you for filth or commanding the stage with her larger-than-life persona, Claudia is unapologetically herself.
With the power to turn any room into a riotous celebration of joy, she will make A Fringe Benefit a night to remember and a place to belong.
Artist Spotlight: Audrey Ochoa & the Late Night Cabaret Band
Praised by critics for her “magnificent and fresh-faced approach,” Audrey Ochoa seamlessly draws influence from across genres and grounds it in the lively, magnetic roots of jazz.
Paired with the legendary Late Night Cabaret Band, you’ll be swept up in the energy, wit, and unmistakable groove of their iconic party band antics.
AUCTION PACKAGES TO INVEST IN
Psst… these timeless, enriching auction packages are just a taste of what we have to offer, for access to the full line-up of auction packages purchase a ticket to A Fringe Benefit before they sell out.
Fringe on Wheels
Arrive to Fringe in style on a sleek Silverback E-Bike (valued at $3,300) after enjoying a fashionable pre-show picnic with a fully stocked basket of Fringe merch, wine, beer, and soda. No sweating or parking hassles required.
Special thanks to E-Bike Edmonton, Empson Wines & Spirits, Sea Change Brewing Co
VIP Brews & Cabaret Views
Raise your glass to an unforgettable experience with an exclusive, never-been-done-before Sea Change Brewery tour, VIP seating and special shoutouts at the Late Night Cabaret, plus 4-packs of Sea Change beer delivered to the height of the winning bidder – a towering tribute to those of us with good taste and great posture.
Special thanks to Sea Change Brewery Co., Late Night Cabaret, and Rapid Fire Theatre
Cheers to our fabulous Sponsors of A Fringe Benefit!
