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Fresh off its award-winning, sold-out run at the Victoria Fringe, 52 Stories is a storytelling show that takes place inside the memory palace of Pick-of-the-Fringe award-winning storyteller Dave Morris. Come and enjoy some heartwarming and heartbreaking stories of family, friends, love, loss, and of course, memory. Playwright: Dave MorrisCast: Dave Morris Website/Socials: davemorris.tv Plain Language Description In 52 Stories, Dave Morris will memorize a shuffled deck of cards, recite the order for you, and teach you how it's done. All while telling you stories of his family, and his friends. Accessible Performances The performance of 52 Stories on Wednesday, August 27 at 7:00PM will be CART captioned. CART captioning provides real-time subtitles of dialogue and sound cues during live theatre performances, ensuring Deaf and hard-of-hearing Audiences, as well as those who benefit from text-based access, can fully engage with the performances. Holdover Series CART captioning is generously supported by Edmonton Community Foundation.
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 Playwright: Tymisha Harris and Michael MarinaccioDirector: Michael MarinaccioCast: Tymisha HarrisDesigners: Michael MarinaccioStage Manager: Michael Marinaccio Watch Trailer Accessible Performances The performance of A Cabaret of Legends on Thursday, August 28 at 7:00PM will be CART captioned. CART captioning provides real-time subtitles of dialogue and sound cues during live theatre performances, ensuring Deaf and hard-of-hearing Audiences, as well as those who benefit from text-based access, can fully engage with the performances. Holdover Series CART captioning is generously supported by Edmonton Community Foundation.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Addison Wall 'Somewhere In Between' EP Release w. Sean Davis Newton + Pidge & Coop @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Altered By Mom (Toronto,ON) w. Marissa Burwell (Regina,SK) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
“BANANA MUSIK. The name my Dad gave his original music, recorded on his 8-track in our basement -that name, that spelling with a clean, precise, bamboo font from a mechanical pencil on the spine of dozens of cassette tapes neatly packed in a leatherette case.”In this memory play about aging, reciprocity and care, 50-year-old “immigrant kid” Kris gives you a tour of her childhood home – the sights, sounds, smells – to meet her parents, while she takes inventory of ALL their stuff, trying to get to know them better in real time.Created and Performed by Kris, Jim, and Susan Alvarez By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
Bitters w. Roundelays (Vancouver) & Tonk (Vancouver) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
House of Hush is back with a show that goes bump in the night. From scream queens to marvellous monsters to real life scares - this thrilling burlesque show celebrating horror is sure to give you chills. Join the award winning Belinda Cornish and some of Edmonton's best burlesque dancers, but beware... it may haunt your dreams. Playwright: Belinda CornishDirector: Violette Coquette and Delia BarnettCast: Belinda Cornish, Violette Coquette, LeTabby Lexington, Jezebel Sinclair, Sharpay Diem, Fanny LuPhine, Vivian VanguardDesigners: Elise Troung of Sweet Carousel and Ensemble, Puppet by Kiki Quinn.Stage Manager: Vivian Vanguard Plain Language Description Bump and Grindhouse is a burlesque show with horror themes. A mysterious host shows the audience different scary stories, and performers dance and strip-tease to tell those stories. Watch Trailer
11: Varscona Theatre
Kris Alvarez and her family invite you to tune in to a variety show with a little more colour: Burnt Sienna, Kris’ 4-year theatre project, brings audiences together for an evening of conversation, food, humour, and heart with prairie artists, thinkers, and entertainers from diverse backgrounds. Developed and Presented with Curtain Razors. For more information about them and their work, click HERE By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
CORVID LORAX & D.B. Bux @ "Patchwork Animals" @ The Aviary! With additional solo sets from Corvid Lorax and D.B. Buxton W/Special guests: Delorean (Instrumental shoegaze/Indie) Yestertime (Electro world/fusion) Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance$20 @ the door.
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Cruella Corbeau's 'Anything But Classic' Neo-Burlesque & Variety Revue @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:00 $20 advance // $25 @ the door.
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Daniel James McFadyen w. guests @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $20 advance // $25 @ the door.
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Best of the Fest Starring Andrew Grose Like its name suggests, these are the best performers appearing at this year’s Edmonton Comedy Festival, all wrangled onto one stage for one unforgettably hilarious show. Headlined by internationally touring comedian and Festival Producer Andrew Grose, with host Rob Baldson, this show also features four of our 2025 headliners with L.A.’s Monique Marvez, L.A.’s John Wing, Saskatoon’s Kelly Taylor, and Calgary’s Faris Hytiaa. All our comedians come to this show to watch it with you, and we usually throw a few of them on stage. This is our 2025 “must see” show, and it will sell out fast!
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Flora & Fawna are back in a brand new backyard slumber party presentation! From the award-winning team that brought you Flora & Fawna's Field Trip, Flora & Fawna Have Beaver Fever, Microwave Coven, Crack In The Mirror, Puck Bunnies, Dragula, Prepare for the Worst, Don't Frown at the Gown, Psychobabble and Klondykes! Playwright: Darrin Hagen & Trevor SchmidtDirector: Trevor SchmidtCast: Jason Hardwick, Trevor Schmidt, Jake TkaczykDesigners: Trevor Schmidt, Darrin HagenStage Manager: Darrin Hagen Website/Socials: guysindisguise.ca Plain Language Description Flora & Fawna face their fears in this backyard slumber party with ghost stories, terrifying tales - and a new member who will challenge their friendship.
11: Varscona Theatre
JORJA Piano: Randi Gallipeau Drums: Brynmor Lipinski Bass: Ryden Jensen Guitar: Cohn Hendriks Cello: Noah Pecson Pianist: Jihyeon Jeong Opener: Kit Brooks Opener: Nico Maiorana Opener: Eli Yaschuk Opener: Nida Vanderham $15 advance.$20 @ the door. Doors @ 7:30 Show @ 8:15
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Joce Reyome @ The Aviary! Doors @ 6:00 $15 advance.$20 @ the door.
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Jolie Laide Album Launch w. Nina Nastasia @ The Aviary! Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
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JCL Productions presents: Julianna Riolino @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $25 advance // $30 @ the door.
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DEPTH Perception Productions is proud to bring you the 3rd Living With Performing Arts Festival For Mental Health Awareness. This festival is full of performing arts from artists dedicated to opening up the conversations about mental health. Arts are a major form of expression, often allowing us to say things we don't know how to say, in ways we'd never think of. Allow the arts to tell you stories, share experiences and raise awareness of how we all deal with mental health. Join us for 1, 2 or 3 events as we open up, support each other and remember that we're not alone. FRIDAY NIGHT brings new works by Philip Hackborn and Rebecca Bissonnette.SATURDAY AFTERNOON brings creativity for kids, with kids and by kids!SATURDAY NIGHT brings you an 18+ evening full of dance, song, music, spoken word, film and MORE! 3-Ticket Bundle: Add a Full Price ticket to each performance to get all 3 shows for $60.00!
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
In this brand-new comedy by Trevor Schmidt, Carly from Sunshine Daycare Home has the unenviable task of informing her charges’ parents of a lice outbreak in the daycare. Tensions rise, blame is placed, and comedy ensues. Join the festival’s favourite lawyer-actors for their 10th year! All proceeds benefit the Varscona Theatre. Playwright: Trevor SchmidtDirector: Trevor SchmidtCast: Mark Facundo, Jillian Gamez, Kristin Peters, Ed Picard, Sarah Rossman, Jeremy Schick, and Marissa TordoffStage Manager: Victoria Jones Plain Language Description A new comedy by Trevor Schmidt about three couples who learn of a lice outbreak at their children's daycare.
11: Varscona Theatre
Midnight Channel (Lethbridge) w. Joel Jeschke & Social Eyes (Calgary) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
MOONSHINE is an immersive show with live music, set as if you are a part of a kitchen party. Through stories and toasts, it explores identity, community, and Ukrainian heritage. Performed mainly in English with some Ukrainian, the audience is invited to raise a glass, but drinking is completely optional. "Bud’mo!" means “Cheers!” in Ukrainian. Playwright: Larissa PohoProducer: Mel BahniukHoldover Cast: Larissa Poho, Billy Brown, Chariz Faulmino, Marissa Karpiak, Scott ShpeleyOriginal Cast: Larissa Poho, Billy Brown, Marissa Karpiak, Scott Shpeley, Jordan WelbourneMusic Director: Jordan WelbourneDesigner: Andraya Diogo *This production is a collectively devised show. Website/Socials: @mavkatheatre
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Chase Padgett (6 Guitars, How to Play Guitar Poorly) brings an epic tale of finger pickin’ fury. Padgett transforms into 4 characters in this storytelling masterpiece: a manager, a mother, a mentor, and a mythical guitar prodigy known as the Nashville Hurricane. These characters share their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitar player you’ve never heard while delivering a blistering display of guitar talent. Filled with lots of laughs, dramatic turns, and incredible music, NASHVILLE HURRICANE will leave you saying “Eureka!” “Hugely Entertaining… Eureka!” – Orlando Sentinel “Laugh out loud funny” – Orlando Weekly “5 STARS – Nashville Hurricane is a force of nature” –CBC “Don’t let this blow by without you” – Edmonton Journal. “A marvel of storytelling” – Calgary Herald Chase Padgett (6 Guitars, How to Play Guitar Poorly) brings an epic tale of finger pickin’ fury. Padgett transforms into 4 characters in this storytelling masterpiece: a manager, a mother, a mentor, and a mythical guitar prodigy known as the Nashville Hurricane. These characters share their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitar player you’ve never heard while delivering a blistering display of guitar talent. Filled with lots of laughs, dramatic turns, and incredible music, NASHVILLE HURRICANE will leave you saying “Eureka!” “Hugely Entertaining… Eureka!” – Orlando Sentinel “Laugh out loud funny” – Orlando Weekly “5 STARS – Nashville Hurricane is a force of nature” –CBC “Don’t let this blow by without you” – Edmonton Journal. “A marvel of storytelling” – Calgary Herald
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
No Idea w. Fake Paradise, Hungry Hollow & Gnostic Fever @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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The last two rats in Alberta are back, and this time, they’re serving justice. When Fingers and Shrimp are evicted from their Whyte Avenue alley, they’re forced to search for a new three-walled haven. Will they love it? List it? Meet their maker in the jaws of the law? You’ll have to come to the show to find out. Playwright: Dayna Lea Hoffmann and Katie YonerDirector: Joseph McManusCast: Katie Yoner, Dayna Lea HoffmannDesigners: Claire Sonmor (Set/Props Design), Whittyn Jason (Lighting Design), Meegan Sweet (Costume Design), Liv McRobbie (Sound Design)Stage Manager: Abby McDougall Website/Socials: @the_rat_academy Plain Language Description The last two rats in Alberta, Fingers and Shrimp, fight to stay in the rat-free province after being kicked out of their home in this hilarious story about a trial.
11: Varscona Theatre
Red Ram EP Release w. Quintessonics & Gourd @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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Ricci Paolo Album Release Show w. Tanjeryne @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $25 advance // $30 @ the door
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Richard Inman w. Forrest Vantuyl @ The Aviary! w. Markus Sommer. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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Sekou: The Quest A Theatrical Musical Experience Join us for a powerful journey of rhythm, dance, and tradition! In the village of Bamako, young Sekou creates a magical djembe drum during a harsh drought. When he learns that the village’s sacred rhythms vital to honoring their ancestors have been lost, he sets out to find the Keepers of Rhythms and restore balance to his people. Filled with live African drumming, dance, and storytelling, Sekou: The Quest is a vibrant celebration of heritage, courage, and the healing power of music.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Smokeshow Presents: The Mish Mash Bash @ The Aviary! Megan Lange, Sour Cherry Switchblades, BogWalker, 87 Yak, Funeral Photo Op, Nick Lange & Tatara! Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
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Smokeshow Presents: The Nightstand, Funeral Photo Op, Lucky Keith & Vanity Hour @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Join us for Play the Fool's newest variety show - The Chaos Cabaret! With these fools, the evening is sure to spiral into chaos...
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
The Fugitives (Vancouver) Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
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This festival favourite is back! Play the Fool’s Rookie Mentorship Program showcase features six works from emerging clowns, physical comedy artists, and experienced performers experimenting in a new style. Join us as these artists take their idea from concept to stage.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
NOW EVEN SHINIER!* -Winner of the 2024 Staff Pick of the Fringe- In the crummiest small town, in the crummiest trailer park lives the crummiest little raccoon. This turd of a vermin has one dream: to become a "YUMAN BEAN!" (human being). Come party on the stained red carpet while this trash panda attempts to achieve their goal... or dies tryin'! *Workshopped and revised with support from the Edmonton Arts Council Written and Performed by Meegan SweetDirected by Charlie Peters and Autumn StromClunic Consultant & Mentor: Karen HinesStage, Costume, Set & Sound Design by Meegan SweetLighting Design: Charlie Peters
03: Nordic Studio Theatre
Join us for laugh-yourself-silly shenanigans at the Play the Fool Festival Spectacular Cabaret! We never know what they will get up to when over a dozen of our favourite fools take the stage to entertain and amaze.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Three Ladies stars the sharp-witted Belinda Cornish and the ever-hilarious Jana O’Connor, (star of CBC’s The Irrelevant Show), joined by a special guest. As they gather for a cup of tea and some gossip, each juicy bit of conversation becomes the spark for spontaneous scenes, wild characters, and side-splitting comedy. Cast: Jana O'Connor, Belinda Cornish and a special guest! Website/Socials: rapidfiretheatre.com
12: Rapid Fire Exchange
The story of the rise and fall of country star Tyler Wainwright Jr., as told by Sterling Award-winner Chris Bullough, takes you on a mind-bending journey through one man's quest to find a song that could save us all. Featuring original music, UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY presents a darkly humerous vision for the end of the world. Playwright: Chris BulloughDirector: David KennedyCast: Chris BulloughDesigners: Even Gilchrist Plain Language Description UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY is a musical monologue about fictional country singer Tyler Wainwright Jr. After a strange run-in with a coyote, his life changes. Through story and song, Tyler shares a strange, emotional journey facing his past and career.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Vibraphenomenology (VAN), Looming (CGY), Kaunsel (EDM), skruntskrunt (EDM), Lesser Known Gorilla Death (EDM) @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $16 advance$20 @ the door
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Virgo Rising (Winnipeg) w. Smokey & O.D. Beresford @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance // $20 @ the door.
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Will Powers Album Release @ The Aviary! Will Powers w. Sam The Living, Molan & Mike Mikus. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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Wine Lips w. guests Tickets $22 in advance, $28 at the door.
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Yoga & Live Music60 minute yoga class led by Hilary Janes (@zendenyeg) backed by live ambient music followed by a 45 minute performance by Francesco Rizzuto & the Paperback Violets. Doors @ 6:30 $35 advance.$40 @ the door.
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Your Arms Are My Cocoon (Chicago) w. SeeYouSoon & Garland Briggs (Calgary) + ihopethepeopleyoumeetinmyabsencetreatyouwell (Fort Mac) @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance.$20 @ the door.
The Aviary
Fresh off its award-winning, sold-out run at the Victoria Fringe, 52 Stories is a storytelling show that takes place inside the memory palace of Pick-of-the-Fringe award-winning storyteller Dave Morris. Come and enjoy some heartwarming and heartbreaking stories of family, friends, love, loss, and of course, memory. Playwright: Dave MorrisCast: Dave Morris Website/Socials: davemorris.tv Plain Language Description In 52 Stories, Dave Morris will memorize a shuffled deck of cards, recite the order for you, and teach you how it's done. All while telling you stories of his family, and his friends. Accessible Performances The performance of 52 Stories on Wednesday, August 27 at 7:00PM will be CART captioned. CART captioning provides real-time subtitles of dialogue and sound cues during live theatre performances, ensuring Deaf and hard-of-hearing Audiences, as well as those who benefit from text-based access, can fully engage with the performances. Holdover Series CART captioning is generously supported by Edmonton Community Foundation.
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 Playwright: Tymisha Harris and Michael MarinaccioDirector: Michael MarinaccioCast: Tymisha HarrisDesigners: Michael MarinaccioStage Manager: Michael Marinaccio Watch Trailer Accessible Performances The performance of A Cabaret of Legends on Thursday, August 28 at 7:00PM will be CART captioned. CART captioning provides real-time subtitles of dialogue and sound cues during live theatre performances, ensuring Deaf and hard-of-hearing Audiences, as well as those who benefit from text-based access, can fully engage with the performances. Holdover Series CART captioning is generously supported by Edmonton Community Foundation.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Addison Wall 'Somewhere In Between' EP Release w. Sean Davis Newton + Pidge & Coop @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Altered By Mom (Toronto,ON) w. Marissa Burwell (Regina,SK) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
“BANANA MUSIK. The name my Dad gave his original music, recorded on his 8-track in our basement -that name, that spelling with a clean, precise, bamboo font from a mechanical pencil on the spine of dozens of cassette tapes neatly packed in a leatherette case.”In this memory play about aging, reciprocity and care, 50-year-old “immigrant kid” Kris gives you a tour of her childhood home – the sights, sounds, smells – to meet her parents, while she takes inventory of ALL their stuff, trying to get to know them better in real time.Created and Performed by Kris, Jim, and Susan Alvarez By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
Bitters w. Roundelays (Vancouver) & Tonk (Vancouver) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
House of Hush is back with a show that goes bump in the night. From scream queens to marvellous monsters to real life scares - this thrilling burlesque show celebrating horror is sure to give you chills. Join the award winning Belinda Cornish and some of Edmonton's best burlesque dancers, but beware... it may haunt your dreams. Playwright: Belinda CornishDirector: Violette Coquette and Delia BarnettCast: Belinda Cornish, Violette Coquette, LeTabby Lexington, Jezebel Sinclair, Sharpay Diem, Fanny LuPhine, Vivian VanguardDesigners: Elise Troung of Sweet Carousel and Ensemble, Puppet by Kiki Quinn.Stage Manager: Vivian Vanguard Plain Language Description Bump and Grindhouse is a burlesque show with horror themes. A mysterious host shows the audience different scary stories, and performers dance and strip-tease to tell those stories. Watch Trailer
11: Varscona Theatre
Kris Alvarez and her family invite you to tune in to a variety show with a little more colour: Burnt Sienna, Kris’ 4-year theatre project, brings audiences together for an evening of conversation, food, humour, and heart with prairie artists, thinkers, and entertainers from diverse backgrounds. Developed and Presented with Curtain Razors. For more information about them and their work, click HERE By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Common Ground Arts Society. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Common Ground Arts at https://commongroundarts.ca/contact/.
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
CORVID LORAX & D.B. Bux @ "Patchwork Animals" @ The Aviary! With additional solo sets from Corvid Lorax and D.B. Buxton W/Special guests: Delorean (Instrumental shoegaze/Indie) Yestertime (Electro world/fusion) Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance$20 @ the door.
The Aviary
Cruella Corbeau's 'Anything But Classic' Neo-Burlesque & Variety Revue @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:00 $20 advance // $25 @ the door.
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Daniel James McFadyen w. guests @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $20 advance // $25 @ the door.
The Aviary
Best of the Fest Starring Andrew Grose Like its name suggests, these are the best performers appearing at this year’s Edmonton Comedy Festival, all wrangled onto one stage for one unforgettably hilarious show. Headlined by internationally touring comedian and Festival Producer Andrew Grose, with host Rob Baldson, this show also features four of our 2025 headliners with L.A.’s Monique Marvez, L.A.’s John Wing, Saskatoon’s Kelly Taylor, and Calgary’s Faris Hytiaa. All our comedians come to this show to watch it with you, and we usually throw a few of them on stage. This is our 2025 “must see” show, and it will sell out fast!
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Flora & Fawna are back in a brand new backyard slumber party presentation! From the award-winning team that brought you Flora & Fawna's Field Trip, Flora & Fawna Have Beaver Fever, Microwave Coven, Crack In The Mirror, Puck Bunnies, Dragula, Prepare for the Worst, Don't Frown at the Gown, Psychobabble and Klondykes! Playwright: Darrin Hagen & Trevor SchmidtDirector: Trevor SchmidtCast: Jason Hardwick, Trevor Schmidt, Jake TkaczykDesigners: Trevor Schmidt, Darrin HagenStage Manager: Darrin Hagen Website/Socials: guysindisguise.ca Plain Language Description Flora & Fawna face their fears in this backyard slumber party with ghost stories, terrifying tales - and a new member who will challenge their friendship.
11: Varscona Theatre
JORJA Piano: Randi Gallipeau Drums: Brynmor Lipinski Bass: Ryden Jensen Guitar: Cohn Hendriks Cello: Noah Pecson Pianist: Jihyeon Jeong Opener: Kit Brooks Opener: Nico Maiorana Opener: Eli Yaschuk Opener: Nida Vanderham $15 advance.$20 @ the door. Doors @ 7:30 Show @ 8:15
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Joce Reyome @ The Aviary! Doors @ 6:00 $15 advance.$20 @ the door.
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Jolie Laide Album Launch w. Nina Nastasia @ The Aviary! Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
JCL Productions presents: Julianna Riolino @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $25 advance // $30 @ the door.
The Aviary
DEPTH Perception Productions is proud to bring you the 3rd Living With Performing Arts Festival For Mental Health Awareness. This festival is full of performing arts from artists dedicated to opening up the conversations about mental health. Arts are a major form of expression, often allowing us to say things we don't know how to say, in ways we'd never think of. Allow the arts to tell you stories, share experiences and raise awareness of how we all deal with mental health. Join us for 1, 2 or 3 events as we open up, support each other and remember that we're not alone. FRIDAY NIGHT brings new works by Philip Hackborn and Rebecca Bissonnette.SATURDAY AFTERNOON brings creativity for kids, with kids and by kids!SATURDAY NIGHT brings you an 18+ evening full of dance, song, music, spoken word, film and MORE! 3-Ticket Bundle: Add a Full Price ticket to each performance to get all 3 shows for $60.00!
02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
In this brand-new comedy by Trevor Schmidt, Carly from Sunshine Daycare Home has the unenviable task of informing her charges’ parents of a lice outbreak in the daycare. Tensions rise, blame is placed, and comedy ensues. Join the festival’s favourite lawyer-actors for their 10th year! All proceeds benefit the Varscona Theatre. Playwright: Trevor SchmidtDirector: Trevor SchmidtCast: Mark Facundo, Jillian Gamez, Kristin Peters, Ed Picard, Sarah Rossman, Jeremy Schick, and Marissa TordoffStage Manager: Victoria Jones Plain Language Description A new comedy by Trevor Schmidt about three couples who learn of a lice outbreak at their children's daycare.
11: Varscona Theatre
Midnight Channel (Lethbridge) w. Joel Jeschke & Social Eyes (Calgary) @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
MOONSHINE is an immersive show with live music, set as if you are a part of a kitchen party. Through stories and toasts, it explores identity, community, and Ukrainian heritage. Performed mainly in English with some Ukrainian, the audience is invited to raise a glass, but drinking is completely optional. "Bud’mo!" means “Cheers!” in Ukrainian. Playwright: Larissa PohoProducer: Mel BahniukHoldover Cast: Larissa Poho, Billy Brown, Chariz Faulmino, Marissa Karpiak, Scott ShpeleyOriginal Cast: Larissa Poho, Billy Brown, Marissa Karpiak, Scott Shpeley, Jordan WelbourneMusic Director: Jordan WelbourneDesigner: Andraya Diogo *This production is a collectively devised show. Website/Socials: @mavkatheatre
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Chase Padgett (6 Guitars, How to Play Guitar Poorly) brings an epic tale of finger pickin’ fury. Padgett transforms into 4 characters in this storytelling masterpiece: a manager, a mother, a mentor, and a mythical guitar prodigy known as the Nashville Hurricane. These characters share their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitar player you’ve never heard while delivering a blistering display of guitar talent. Filled with lots of laughs, dramatic turns, and incredible music, NASHVILLE HURRICANE will leave you saying “Eureka!” “Hugely Entertaining… Eureka!” – Orlando Sentinel “Laugh out loud funny” – Orlando Weekly “5 STARS – Nashville Hurricane is a force of nature” –CBC “Don’t let this blow by without you” – Edmonton Journal. “A marvel of storytelling” – Calgary Herald Chase Padgett (6 Guitars, How to Play Guitar Poorly) brings an epic tale of finger pickin’ fury. Padgett transforms into 4 characters in this storytelling masterpiece: a manager, a mother, a mentor, and a mythical guitar prodigy known as the Nashville Hurricane. These characters share their side of the rise, demise, and resurrection of the best damn guitar player you’ve never heard while delivering a blistering display of guitar talent. Filled with lots of laughs, dramatic turns, and incredible music, NASHVILLE HURRICANE will leave you saying “Eureka!” “Hugely Entertaining… Eureka!” – Orlando Sentinel “Laugh out loud funny” – Orlando Weekly “5 STARS – Nashville Hurricane is a force of nature” –CBC “Don’t let this blow by without you” – Edmonton Journal. “A marvel of storytelling” – Calgary Herald
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
No Idea w. Fake Paradise, Hungry Hollow & Gnostic Fever @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
The last two rats in Alberta are back, and this time, they’re serving justice. When Fingers and Shrimp are evicted from their Whyte Avenue alley, they’re forced to search for a new three-walled haven. Will they love it? List it? Meet their maker in the jaws of the law? You’ll have to come to the show to find out. Playwright: Dayna Lea Hoffmann and Katie YonerDirector: Joseph McManusCast: Katie Yoner, Dayna Lea HoffmannDesigners: Claire Sonmor (Set/Props Design), Whittyn Jason (Lighting Design), Meegan Sweet (Costume Design), Liv McRobbie (Sound Design)Stage Manager: Abby McDougall Website/Socials: @the_rat_academy Plain Language Description The last two rats in Alberta, Fingers and Shrimp, fight to stay in the rat-free province after being kicked out of their home in this hilarious story about a trial.
11: Varscona Theatre
Red Ram EP Release w. Quintessonics & Gourd @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Ricci Paolo Album Release Show w. Tanjeryne @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $25 advance // $30 @ the door
The Aviary
Richard Inman w. Forrest Vantuyl @ The Aviary! w. Markus Sommer. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Sekou: The Quest A Theatrical Musical Experience Join us for a powerful journey of rhythm, dance, and tradition! In the village of Bamako, young Sekou creates a magical djembe drum during a harsh drought. When he learns that the village’s sacred rhythms vital to honoring their ancestors have been lost, he sets out to find the Keepers of Rhythms and restore balance to his people. Filled with live African drumming, dance, and storytelling, Sekou: The Quest is a vibrant celebration of heritage, courage, and the healing power of music.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Smokeshow Presents: The Mish Mash Bash @ The Aviary! Megan Lange, Sour Cherry Switchblades, BogWalker, 87 Yak, Funeral Photo Op, Nick Lange & Tatara! Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
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Smokeshow Presents: The Nightstand, Funeral Photo Op, Lucky Keith & Vanity Hour @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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Join us for Play the Fool's newest variety show - The Chaos Cabaret! With these fools, the evening is sure to spiral into chaos...
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
The Fugitives (Vancouver) Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
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This festival favourite is back! Play the Fool’s Rookie Mentorship Program showcase features six works from emerging clowns, physical comedy artists, and experienced performers experimenting in a new style. Join us as these artists take their idea from concept to stage.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
NOW EVEN SHINIER!* -Winner of the 2024 Staff Pick of the Fringe- In the crummiest small town, in the crummiest trailer park lives the crummiest little raccoon. This turd of a vermin has one dream: to become a "YUMAN BEAN!" (human being). Come party on the stained red carpet while this trash panda attempts to achieve their goal... or dies tryin'! *Workshopped and revised with support from the Edmonton Arts Council Written and Performed by Meegan SweetDirected by Charlie Peters and Autumn StromClunic Consultant & Mentor: Karen HinesStage, Costume, Set & Sound Design by Meegan SweetLighting Design: Charlie Peters
03: Nordic Studio Theatre
Join us for laugh-yourself-silly shenanigans at the Play the Fool Festival Spectacular Cabaret! We never know what they will get up to when over a dozen of our favourite fools take the stage to entertain and amaze.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Three Ladies stars the sharp-witted Belinda Cornish and the ever-hilarious Jana O’Connor, (star of CBC’s The Irrelevant Show), joined by a special guest. As they gather for a cup of tea and some gossip, each juicy bit of conversation becomes the spark for spontaneous scenes, wild characters, and side-splitting comedy. Cast: Jana O'Connor, Belinda Cornish and a special guest! Website/Socials: rapidfiretheatre.com
12: Rapid Fire Exchange
The story of the rise and fall of country star Tyler Wainwright Jr., as told by Sterling Award-winner Chris Bullough, takes you on a mind-bending journey through one man's quest to find a song that could save us all. Featuring original music, UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY presents a darkly humerous vision for the end of the world. Playwright: Chris BulloughDirector: David KennedyCast: Chris BulloughDesigners: Even Gilchrist Plain Language Description UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY is a musical monologue about fictional country singer Tyler Wainwright Jr. After a strange run-in with a coyote, his life changes. Through story and song, Tyler shares a strange, emotional journey facing his past and career.
01: ATB Westbury Theatre
Vibraphenomenology (VAN), Looming (CGY), Kaunsel (EDM), skruntskrunt (EDM), Lesser Known Gorilla Death (EDM) @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $16 advance$20 @ the door
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Virgo Rising (Winnipeg) w. Smokey & O.D. Beresford @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance // $20 @ the door.
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Will Powers Album Release @ The Aviary! Will Powers w. Sam The Living, Molan & Mike Mikus. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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Wine Lips w. guests Tickets $22 in advance, $28 at the door.
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Yoga & Live Music60 minute yoga class led by Hilary Janes (@zendenyeg) backed by live ambient music followed by a 45 minute performance by Francesco Rizzuto & the Paperback Violets. Doors @ 6:30 $35 advance.$40 @ the door.
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Your Arms Are My Cocoon (Chicago) w. SeeYouSoon & Garland Briggs (Calgary) + ihopethepeopleyoumeetinmyabsencetreatyouwell (Fort Mac) @ The Aviary! Doors @ 7:30 $15 advance.$20 @ the door.
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