Bring Your Own Venue
Are you a Fringe Artist looking to Bring Your Own Venue (BYoV)? Here, let us help!
Please check back soon for Bring Your Own Venue (BYoV) application information for the 2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
The BYoV Program is an Artist-driven initiative that allows Artists to produce a show at an approved venue that isn’t managed by Fringe Theatre. BYoV Artists retain sole responsibility for all costs related to the production and promotion of their venue and performances. BYoV is a great alternative for Artists whose show is better suited in an alternative space, for those who did not receive an Indoor Lottery spot, or who are low on the Waitlist.
Before applying as a BYoV Artist, you must:
- Ensure your venue has been approved by Fringe Theatre (check back soon for details).
- Finalize your venue rental agreement prior to submitting an Artist Application to the Festival.
- BYoV Artist applications open in 2026. Please check back soon for more details.
BYoV Agreements
All venues involved in the Festival must sign a BYoV agreement with Fringe outlining a max number of shows & performances the venue can hold, as well as the responsibilities of Fringe Theatre and of the venue.
New BYoV Venues for Festival
The BYoV program is an Artist-driven process. We add new venues when Artists approach us about a space they’re interested in that best supports the needs and/or vision of their show. A venue may not become a BYoV without an Artist spearheading it.
Venues participating in the BYoV Program must be approved by Fringe Theatre. If you’re looking to use an unconventional space, please contact us to discuss your proposal.
2026 Bring Your Own Venue (BYoV) Fees
| Fee | Amount | GST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (All Applications) | $45.00 | $2.25 | $47.25 |
| BYoV Festival Fee | $700.00 | $42.50 | $742.50 |
Contact Us
Questions? We have answers! Your Fringe Theatre team is here to support your Festival experience.
Victoria deJong (she/her), Programming Administrative Coordinator, is the Artists’ primary point of contact with Fringe Theatre. Reach out to her at any time about policies, procedures, feedback, or any issues you need help with at victoria.dejong@fringetheatre.ca
Murray Utas (he/him), Artistic Director, is here to support Festival Artists. Email him at any time at murray.utas@fringetheatre.ca
