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Updated Merchandise Hours:

• August 14 (Fri) – August 22 (Sat): 12Noon – 10:00PM
• August 23 (Sun): 12Noon – 7:00PM

• Hours of operation change: Aug 14 (Fri) – Aug 22 (Sat): 3:00PM – 11:00PM 

• Spotlight Cabaret will be permitted to admit minors during all operating hours exclusively for the Festival, from August 13 to 23, 2026.

Responding to feedback from the Disability community, we are pleased to offer 6 parking stalls close to Fringe Festival Grounds. These are noted as Fringe-only parking but are available for anyone with a disability placard. These are first come first serve, and we unfortunately cannot guarantee availability. We are continually working with the City of Edmonton to address accessible parking on a larger scale.

To view the Parking Map, and as well as further details, please visit us at Accessibility at the Festival.

Individual productions may choose to offer accessible performances and/or features such as relaxed performances or sign language interpretation.

Please visit Accessible Festival Performances to learn more.

An accessibility overview of the venues in the Fringe Theatre Arts Barns is online at fringetheatre.ca/accessibility.

For information on All other Festival Venues, please visit Venue Accessibility.

• Hearing loop system will not be available for the Festival.

A Cabaret of Legends
Venue 01: ATB Westbury Theatre

Tymisha Harris (Josephine, Josie & Grace) sings us through the generations of some of the most iconic performers, sharing stories of these Legends and their impact on her personal journey. Featuring songs from legends like Billie, Tina, Whitney and Beyonce. “A stunning display of song and history“- 5 STARS, Edmonton Journal

Rating: PG 

Content advisories: Adult Language/Content 

Written by Tymisha Harris and Michael Marinaccio 

Directed, Designed, and Stage managed by Michael Marinaccio 

Cast: Tymisha Harris 

IG: @josephinetheplay  |  FB: Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play

Performance schedule:

• Aug 14 (Fri) 12Noon
• Aug 15 (Sat) 9:00PM
• Aug 17 (Mon) 5:00PM
• Aug 19 (Wed) 7:15PM
• Aug 23 (Sun) 2:00PM

The Chris without the Hat Show
Outdoor Stage Artist

Chris without the Hat | Winnipeg, CA | 45 min | Circus
Twenty year street show veteran, Chris without the Hat has captured audiences around the world with a dynamic showcase of world class juggling, amazing magic, and sharp comedy. His fun show is set to an upbeat jazz soundtrack. Every toss, trick, and laugh is perfectly timed to the jazzy beats, creating a fast paced interactive and unforgettable performance for audiences of all ages.

CREATIVE TEAM Chris without the Hat

• Aug 14 (Fri) 2:15PM ATB Park, 7:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 15 (Sat) 1:15PM ATB Park, 6:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 16 (Sun) 2:00PM East 83 Stage, 6:15PM ATB Park
• Aug 17 (Mon) 3:00PM ATB Park, 9:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 18 (Tue) 2:15PM East 83 Stage, 7:15PM ATB Park
• Aug 19 (Wed) 2:00PM ATB Park, 8:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 20 (Thu) 1:00PM East 83 Stage, 5:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 21 (Fri) 4:00PM East 83 Stage, 8:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 22 (Sat) 2:00PM East 83 Stage, 6:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 23 (Sun) 3:00PM East 83 Stage

Melody & Mayhem
Outdoor Stage Artist

Melody & Mayhem | Circus

Step into the playful world of Melody & Mayhem, where circus skills collide with musical charm and comedic chaos! Featuring award-winning festival favourite Corey Pickett, master of juggling and physical comedy, alongside Emma Price, a powerhouse singer and multi-instrumentalist. Together, they blend musical silliness, sharp wit, and gravity-defying tricks in a one-of-a-kind street show bursting with heart and hilarity. It’s a fast-paced, family-friendly spectacle full of improv, where the streets become the stage and anything can happen!

CREATIVE TEAM Corey Pickett, Emma Price

• Aug 14 (Fri) 12:15PM ATB Park, 4:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 16 (Sun) 2:15PM ATB Park, 7:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 18 (Tue) 12Noon East 83 Stage, 4:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 20 (Thu) 3:00PM ATB Park, 7:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 22 (Sat) 4:00PM ATB Park, 8:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 23 (Sun) 3:15PM ATB Park

Easter Rebellion
Venue 01: ATB Westbury Theatre

• All performances of Easter Rebellion have been cancelled.

Hoop N Hat
Outdoor Artist

• All performances of Hoop N Hat have been cancelled.

The Song Collector
Venue 30: The Playhouse

• All performances of The Song Collector have been cancelled.

35mm: A Musical Exihibition
Venue 36: ArtsHub Ortona

• Rescheduled performance from Aug 22 (Sat) 2:00PM to Aug 22 (Sat) 11:30PM
• Rescheduled performance from Aug 23 (Sun) 2:00PM to Aug 23 (Sun) 6:45PM

Bat Boy: The Musical
Venue 29: Strathcona High School

• Cancelled performance Aug 18 (Tue) 8:00PM.

Bittergirl
Venue 26: Sugar Swing Ballroom

• Cancelled performance on Aug 22 (Sat) 2:45PM
• Added new performance on Aug 19 (Wed) 2:30PM

Corey Pickett: “The Silent Show”
Outdoor Stage Artist

The following performances are cancelled:

• Aug 14 (Fri) 12:15PM ATB Park
• Aug 14 (Fri) 4:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 16 (Sun) 2:15PM ATB Park
• Aug 16 (Sun) 7:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 18 (Tue) 12Noon East 83 Stage
• Aug 18 (Tue) 4:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 20 (Thu) 3:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 20 (Thu) 7:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 22 (Sat) 4:00PM ATB Park
• Aug 22 (Sat) 8:00PM East 83 Stage
• Aug 23 (Sun) 3:15PM ATB Park

However, you can still catch Corey Pickett at these exact times in Melody & Mayhem!

Ghost Quartet
Venue 36: ArtsHub Ortona

• Rescheduled performance from Aug 22 (Sat) 9:45PM to Aug 22 (Sat) 2:00PM

The Human Cat Experience
Venue 22: The de Villars Jones LLP Stage

• Cancelled performance on Aug 15 (Sat) 12Noon.
• Cancelled performance on Aug 23 (Sun) 5:45PM.

Nerina and the Sea Sprites
Venue 23: The Bliss Stage

• Cancelled performance on Aug 22 (Sat) 11:30AM.

The Syllabus
Venue 19: Lumos Dental Stage

• Cancelled performance on Aug 19 (Wed) 11:30PM.

Vaping Gay
Venue 19: Lumos Dental Stage

• Cancelled performance on Aug 20 (Thu) 1:45PM.

Bat Boy: The Musical
Venue 29: Strathcona High School

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 115 minutes.

FlyBoy: There and Back Again
Venue 23: The Bliss Stage

• Title change: from Fly Boy: There and Back Again to FlyBoy: From There & Back Again
• Company change: from Fly Boy Family Production to FlyBoy Family Production

GERALD
Venue 20: Mile Zero Dance

• Content advisories change: Strobe lights, loud and sudden noises, death, adult language, cartoonish violence.
• Age recommendation change: 16+

Gnomon’s Land
Venue 26: Sugar Swing Ballroom

• Content advisories change: Sudden loud noises, flashing lights (no strobing).

GORE (i want to disappear)
Venue 03: Nordic Studio Theatre

• Title change from gore (i want to disappear) to GORE (i want to disappear)
• Age suitability change: 18A

Hereafter
Venue 05: Acacia Hall

• Advisory removed: smoke/fog.
• Advisory added: death, crude language, cartoonish gore, sexual content.
• Age recommendation: 14+

Hexed: The Accusation of Goodman Briar
Venue 07: Chianti Yardbird Suite

• Title change: from Hexed to Hexed: The Accusation of Goodman Briar

Horsing and Clowning Around: the Dangers of High Horses
Venue 08: Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 65 minutes.

MURDER PLOT!
Venue 11: Varscona Theatre

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 45 minutes.

The Naked Philosopher
Venue 38: Lunar Rooftop Patio

• Age suitability change: 18A

Perils of Penzance
Venue 35: Trade Winds to Success Stage

• The Festival Guide incorrectly lists “Grindstone Theatre” as the venue. Please note that the correct venue for this show is Venue 35: Trade Winds to Success Stage.
• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 65 minutes.

PocBS: People of Colour Broadcasting Service
Venue 02: The Backstage Theatre

• Age reoommendation: 14+

QUEENAGE WASTELAND
Venue 17: Grindstone Comedy Theatre and Bistro

• Genre change: Comedy.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ROBOCOP: The Musical
Venue 11: Varscona Theatre

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 70 minutes.

Side Effects
Venue 30: The Playhouse

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 85 minutes.
• Age recommendation change: 14+

Superfan
Venue 31: The Nancy Power Theatre

• Advisory added: Violence, stage blood, cannibalism, homophobia, screaming, self harm, religious content, emetophobia, and rock n’ roll.
• Age recommendation change: 14+

Unsex Me Here @LadyM #nothinginthevagina
Venue 13: SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre

• Duration change: Now has a runtime of 60 minutes.