The latest Fringe news, highlights and oddities

Fringe Blog

June 9, 2026

Brian "Father Fringe" Paisley 

We are so grateful for Brian’s vision, creativity, and leadership. He’s transformed the landscape of theatre in Edmonton and arts and culture across North America.

With Softness and Starlight

A gentle adventure through the stars at KidsFringe...
A woman stands in front of a giant sign that spells out the word Fringe.

Art is right here in my Backyard

Meet our 2024/25 ATB Golden Ticket Winner!

The Gift of Fringe

When you give to the arts, you’re investing in the strength and future of your city.
Give A Shit

Adopt A Porta-Potty

Claim your throne or dedicate the seat to someone on your sh*t list...

Have You Heard About the Fringe Movement?

If every Fringer donated just $5 a month, every month, Fringe Theatre would become immediately sustainable.

Remembering Dr. Bob Westbury

We are forever grateful for the love and support Drs. Bob and Marilyn Westbury and their family have extended to Fringe over 25 years.

Gerald Osborn - Official Fringe Historian

He spins a dazzling yarn. And he truly understands how storytelling connects us in community.

Rat Academy: No one would have seen our show if it wasn't for Fringe

I don’t know how we would have gotten to where we’ve gone without Edmonton Fringe.

From Fringe Debut to the Governor General’s Shortlist

Makram Ayache forges a path from the Arts Barns to national accolade with The Green Line   

The Journey of Brother Rat

I hope that Brother Rat will find success as a bridge between the punk and live music world and theatre community.
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2024 Picks of the Fringe Winners

2024 Picks of the Fringe!
A CD and its case is shattered on the ground. "Brother Rat" is written in Sharpie on the broken disc.

Brother Rat Playlist

Listen to the tunes below for a sneak peak into the world of Brother Rat playing November 26 - December 7, 2024. Tickets available now.