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Take your place among ultimate theatre lovers and champions of brave art at A Fringe Benefit - a night so electrifying, so wildly unhinged, its legends can only be whispered about in good company. This is more than a party. It’s a gathering of the bold. A stage stacked with performers that refuse to conform. A one-night soiree where Fringe spirit meets speakeasy. And it’s all in the name of funding Fringe. The second annual Fringe Benefit is more daring, decadent, and deliciously unpredictable than before. Loosen your tie, gloss your grin, and step inside: A Fringe Benefit Friday, April 10, 2026 7PM – LATE at the Fringe Theatre Arts Barns (10330 84 Avenue) Dress to impress (this ain’t no black-tie affair – show us your showstopping, creative best) What’s in store? This is a fundraising event, Fringe-style – radical, rebellious, and ridiculously fun. Every dollar raised fuels the magic of the Fringe Festival, keeping Artists on stage and audiences on the edge of their seats. ✨ Live performances from Fringe Festival Artists - like you’ve never seen them before. ✨ Complimentary glass of bubbles (because you deserve a treat). ✨ A live auction stacked with VIP Fringe experiences. ✨and MORE! Get your Tickets: Surrender to the spectacle. Tickets are LIMITED. Get yours now, before the best night of the year passes you by. Pick your ticket price: Fringe Friend: $50 ticket (no charitable tax receipt) Fringe Fanatic: $100 ticket with $50 charitable tax receipt Fringe Champion: $150 ticket with $100 charitable tax receipt PSST – your ticket grants you special timed access to A Fringe Benefit between 7pm – 7:50pm. When booking your tickets, pick the arrival time that works best for you (and don’t worry – we know life happens. Latecomers welcome!).
Westbury Theatre
Aaron Wylder ¨Brand New TV" Canadian Tour 2026 w. Bennett Mitchell @ The Aviary! $12 advance // $15 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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An evening Welcome Gathering invites connection with the collective and the local creative community, opening space to imagine new ways of moving, creating, and being together.An abolitionist practice in our context emphasizes building a strong care-oriented community.What we’re aiming to build together is a collective consciousness and shared identity that mobilizes community members to develop the radical imagination needed to envision and build new futures. Approximate or Estimated Duration120 minutes Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved) Collective Member – Mpoe Mogale – They/ThemCollective Member – Cherelle George – She/herCollective Member – Deborah Kissi – She/herCollective Member – Cindy Ansah – She/herPhotographer – Aliya Logun – She/her All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $15 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
Created by Calla Wright Binding is a post-dramatic solo show that takes inspiration from clown and drag. Through a mix of puppetry, visual metaphor and frank discussion, Cal explores what it is to have a relationship to a body part you've never really wanted, but are stuck with. Simultaneously absurd and vulnerable, Cal explores their relationship to their chest and body as a nonbinary person living in Alberta. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Playwright / Performer – Calla WrightDirector / Dramaturg – Sarah EmslieStage Manager – Robin Wolff von SelzamCostume & Props Designer – Even Gilchrist (with contributions by The OctoberPeople and Kade Carter)Sound Designer – Autumn Strom (with contributions by Kena León)Lighting Designer – Larissa PohoConsultants - Carly Neis, Amorena Bartlett, Jeffrey Behrens and Max Dickeso All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
Clean Up Your Act Presents: Lushclot EP Release w. Still There, Truster & SeeYouSoon @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
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CxUxYxA Presents: Real Sickies w. The Smelters, Misery Tomb & Andrechts @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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Created by Andrew Ritchie Cycle by Andrew Ritchie—a high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking award winning solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada. Audience members are invited to engage in the performance physically, seated on stationary bikes as they pedal alongside Ritchie, mirroring his intense ride as he traverses the dangers and highs of urban transportation. Through this interactive format, Cycle shines a light on Ritchie’s real-life experiences as a bike food courier in Toronto, and the financial and physical precariousness of trying to make a living in the gig economy. A deeply personal and politically charged journey, Cycle will get your blood pumping and cultivate a new respect for the two-wheeled travel. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Director – Kristi Hansen*Choreographer – Ainsley Hillyard*Lighting and Projected Media Designer – T. Erin GruberDesign Assistant – Skye GrindeSound Designer – Liv McRobbiePlaywright / Performer – Andrew RitchieDramaturge – Geoffrey Simon BrownStage Manager – Galen Hite*Producers – Alyson Dicey & Dayna Lea HoffmannPromotional Graphic Designer – Tynan Boyd All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ Content Advisories Vehicular death. Discussion of infant death. Direct address and some voluntary audience participation. Strobe lighting effects. Saturated lighting states. Moments of light in the audience. More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
Ellen Froese At The Aviary! w. guests TBA $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30
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Grase Presents: (IS) Moving To Amsterdam Send Off Show @ The Aviary! Live music from: Gratuitous w. Jillian T, Misfortune Tellers, Pi33grl3, Just Moe, Canned Hearts & Mad John. $20 advance // $25 @ the door March 13 & 14 Doors @ 7:30
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K-Man & The 45s w. Jacquie Daniels & 20/20s @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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Join Kaeley Jade in celebrating the release of her sophomore album, The Great Unknown, featured on Exclaim's Most Anticipated Albums of 2026. Live in concert with her full five-piece band, and with opening act Jed and the Valentine, the evening promises to be filled with surprises, magic, and a whole lot of heart. PRE-SAVE THE GREAT UNKNOWN: https://ffm.to/the_great_unknown ABOUT KAELEY JADE: https://kaeleyjade.com/ Alternative-folk singer-songwriter Kaeley Jade crafts full-hearted songs that dig deep. Growing up on the outskirts of North America’s most northern metropolis, the Edmonton-based Métis artist has been sculpted by icy winter winds and sweeping prairie skies. Whether through gently textured acoustic ballads or rip-roaring full-band cuts, Canadian Folk Music Award-winner Kaeley Jade’s powerful voice captures life’s most challenging moments with sincerity and precision. ABOUT JED AND THE VALENTINE: https://jedandthevalentine.com/home Jed and the Valentine, the musical collaboration born in Edmonton, Alberta through the creative minds of Jonah Morris and Maria Khaner, has become a compelling force in the Canadian music scene, bringing a sun-dappled folk sound to the prairies. Starting as performers in backyard gatherings, their dreams soon became too grand for the confines of the backyard — in just a few short years, the two landed themselves on the stages of major folk festivals across Western Canada. Tickets: $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors: 7:30pm
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Lacerator w/ Tailbiter, Duoreme & Excerabation $15 advance // $20 @ the door
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From selecting which festivals to tour to surviving life on the road, this masterclass offers a practical roadmap for touring indie work. Learn how to plan routes, budget realistically, and build relationships across the Fringe circuit. Whether you’re dreaming of your first tour or refining a touring practice, this session focuses on sustainability, strategy, and long-term growth. Instructors: Louise Casemore, Michelle Todd, and Murray Utas Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Great shows are built by great teams. This workshop focuses on assembling collaborators, clarifying roles, and creating rehearsal spaces rooted in trust, care, and accountability. Participants will explore inclusive leadership practices, consent-forward processes, and practical tools for navigating conflict and collaboration in indie rehearsal rooms. Instructors: Gina Puntil, Mac Brock, and Jacquelyn Cardinal Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
How do you make a show that looks great, packs small, and survives the road? This masterclass dives into design choices that support touring realities, from flexible sets and costumes to smart technical choices. Artists will learn how to balance creativity, durability, and affordability while designing work that can adapt across venues and festivals. Instructors: Kat Evans, Even Gilchrist, and Liv Bunge Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Tech doesn’t have to be intimidating. This session demystifies lighting and sound for indie Artists, focusing on simple, effective design choices that work across Fringe venues. Learn how to communicate clearly with technicians, streamline your tech needs, and design shows that are tech-light but artistically strong. Instructors: Kat Evans, Even Gilchrist, and Liv Bunge Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
You made the show… now how do you get people to see it? We’ll break down practical, Artist-friendly marketing strategies that work in a busy Festival environment and beyond. Participants will explore audience-building, promotional storytelling, digital strategies, and realistic planning tools to help turn curiosity into ticket sales. Instructors: Cat Bangel, Megan Dart, and Bradley King Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Explore how to develop, refine, and strengthen your script with limited resources and maximum clarity. Learn practical dramaturgical tools to support new work, solo creations, and ensemble-driven pieces in an indie context. Whether you’re starting from a rough idea or polishing a Festival-ready script, this session offers concrete strategies to help your story land with Audiences. Instructors: Geoffrey Simon Brown, Gerald Osborn, and Jessica Peverett Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
MIINA (Victoria, BC) w. Dana Sipos (Victoria, BC) @ The Aviary! $20 advance // $25 @ the door
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Midnight Channel w. Dylan Ella & Whiling @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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Midwest Emo Bands As Bands w. Sumptorium as Title Fight / Privy Vault & Co as Free Throw / Wayfinder as Turnover & Reasonable Creatures as Hotelier. $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30 Music @ 8:00
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When: Thursday, March 26th at 7:30pm (Doors & bar open at 7pm, with drinks available all night) Where: The Backstage Theatre Fringe Theatre Arts Barn, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton How much: $30 Rhonda Shand — A History of Edmonton’s Streetcars – They Still Live!!! Ever wondered how Edmonton started with using streetcars and light rail vehicles as a form of mass transit? Well look no more! In 1908, regular streetcar service began in Edmonton at 7 a.m. on Monday, November 9th, with both Cars 1 and 2 operating between the car barns on Syndicate Avenue (95 Street) and 21st (121) Street. Strathcona service began Friday, December 4th and used the Edmonton Inter-Urban Bridge (now called Low Level Bridge). Streetcar service ended on September 1, 1951 with a ceremonial “Last Run” with invited guests on Streetcar Number 1 from 97 Street and Jasper Avenue to the loop at 109 Street and 84 Avenue where almost 1,000 people gathered to bid farewell in wet rainy weather. Regular streetcar service continued for a few hours thereafter. Then on September 2 at around 1:00 A.M., Car 52 made the final run across the High Level Bridge with five passengers ending almost 43 years of streetcar service. In the time between then (starting in earnest in 1980) and now the Edmonton Radial Railway Society (ERRS) has been acquiring, rebuilding, restoring, and operating fully operational vintage streetcars at both Fort Edmonton Park and the High Level Bridge. Bio: Rhonda Shand is a proud member of the Edmonton Radial Railway Society (ERRS) and will become more active in operations, maintenance, and project restoration later this year. Rhonda is qualified to operate 50% of the streetcar fleet including the “crown jewel,” Edmonton #1 at Fort Edmonton Park. This is an independent presentation sanctioned by the ERRS where Rhonda will talk about the present streetcar collection plus future plans for the two routes and the fleet. Self described as the “Jedi Enchantress of ALL Things Electron,” Rhonda is an electrical engineering graduate from the University of Alberta and is a Wiccan, moonshining electrical engineer with a ham radio licence and military reserve background. Relevant work experience includes the Edmonton Valley Line South East presently in operation and the Edmonton Valley Line West presently being built, as a Lead Systems and Integration Engineer with Parsons. Mackenzie O’Neill — “A Child of Earth and Space:” How Soviet Propagandists Humanized Space Technology During the Space Race This talk explains how Soviet propagandists humanized space technology, such as probes and rovers, during the Space Race. I outline the history of the Soviet Space Program and trace how journalists and graphic artists anthropomorphized machines such as the Lunokhod-1 Rover. My research also argues that this tactic of imbuing life into space technology was not a consistent trend but changed in frequency throughout the course of the Cold War. I analyze articles from Soviet newspapers and examine caricatures by graphic artists within the USSR to demonstrate how such machinery became “human.” Bio: Mackenzie O’Neill is a Graduate Student in History at the University of Alberta. He focuses on the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine, as well as the Soviet-Era Russian History. Nathan Lamarche — Are you sure? We may be strangers, yet a part of you cares, because any relationship has a level of empathy. Where some individuals in the government might care, Canada, the state, has no capacity for empathy. Generative Artificial Intelligence is a representative of the state and the elite class, yet acts like it has empathy. My talk will focus on state-fueled certainty, uncertainty in rebellion, and how AI exploits empathy and manipulates certainty in order to exert the control of the state. Bio: Nathan Lamarche is an Otipemisiwak Michif Master of Arts student in English at the University of Alberta whose research interests revolve around empathy and understanding, including Indigenous perspectives and experiences in fiction, subaltern and queer literature, and the disenfranchisement of the working class in post-imperial landscapes. In their spare time, they tend to their several thousand isopod friends, and when not otherwise writing or doing research, you can probably find them buried days deep in the mountains backcountry hiking, cooking very strange meals, and brewing mead out of pinecones.
Backstage Theatre
Noise Café #23 @ The Aviary! w. Ghosts Over Ganymede & Garlands Family Happy Good Times Band & XiME $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30 Music at 8:00
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A new dance work by award-winning Montreal-based Deaf dancer, Cai Glover, of A Fichu Turning. Also featuring Kyra Jean Green. The mother ponders her becoming through the lens of first having been a child. She glances backwards at the where she came from to steal a moment in time while still hurtling towards a new way of being and relating. The brother has a brother who is a concept that is both idol and idle. The maddening stillness when one's acts of selfhood are directed away from rather than as a way to. My love is gesticAnd my hands are tiedA silver knot of intention keeps the staggering body from falling This shock of consciousness... Created by: Cai GloverFeaturing: Cai Glover and Kyra Jean GreenMusic: Adrian CopelandLights: Etienne FournierAn A Fichu Turning production All tickets Pay What You Will. This is a digital on-demand performance. You will be sent a Zoom link by email the morning of March 3. Content will be available to view from March 3rd at noon and will expire on March 8th at midnight.
Online
Onslaught Productions Presents: Seymour w. Live A Life, and Pray The Mantis @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30 Music at 8:30
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Pails/Buckets EP Release w. Daniel Blade, Mad John & LN Baba $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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A coproduction of Théâtre la Seizième and Kleine Compagnie At the bottom of the ocean, Petite Ondine, daughter of the King of the Sea, feels like a stranger among her own kind. She dreams of another life, on land. But can a mermaid find her place among humans? Interwoven with songs of Nina Simone, Petite Ondine is a new object theatre production by the Kleine Cie in collaboration with Théâtre La Seizième, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid. In cabaret form, the use of video reveals to the audience the work on miniature objects and materials that is created directly on stage, underlining the poetry and the fragility of this world underwater.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Created by Kristi Hansen with Moment Discovery “Phantom Limbs” is a glitch in the machine. A dance with the past. A memory play that may or may not remember correctly. Part performance, part technological misfire, Phantom Limbs explores what the body remembers even when something is no longer physically present. Through movement, body-based technology, and layered memory, Kristi Hansen plays with absence, sensation, and the poetic tension between what once was and what remains. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved) Creator / Performer – Kristi HansenBody-Based Technology Direction Collaborator – Pamela AnthonyDramaturgy Collaborator – Mũkonzi Wa MũsyokiMovement Collaborator – Ainsley HillyardEnvironmental Design Collaborator & Stage Manager – Tessa StampShow Control Collaborator – Jonah BadgerSound Design Collaborator – Charffy WangSound Design Mentor and Collaborator – Aaron MacriBody-Based Technology Consultation & Collaborator – Will BauerProducing Collaborator – Meghan DesjardinsVoice Artists – Tyson T. Khalema, Mona Sahi, Tabitha Biel Luak, Stanislav Zhurbenko, Lebogang Disele, and Kristi HansenAudio Recording Engineer – Sheldon ElterSpecial Thanks Thank you to the entire Moment Discovery team for their trust, investment, and belief in the Phantom Limbs project. And a huge thank you to the original 2022 research collaborators—Carly Neis, Sissy Thiessen Kootenayoo, and Chris Dodd—who helped explore the concept of phantom limb and the poetry that exists within what our bodies remember.A large portion of Phantom Limbs draws from Woody: a 2005 commission from the Manitoba Council for International Collaboration with original direction by Sheldon Elter, Sound and Video Design by Clinton Carew, revival direction by Murray Utas and revival dramaturgy by Steve Pirot in 2012.The Expanse 2026 production of "Phantom Limbs" has been created with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Edmonton Arts Council, and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Where to Find the Artist Website: www.kristihansen.ca Instagram: @kristi.hansen77 All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Moment Discovery
Pleasurecraft w. Morning Coyote & paro! @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door
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So we made a show together. What next? Should we make a company? Should we tie the knot with a joint bank account? How do we work together in the long-term and make sure we still love doing it? Join mentor-in-residence Geoffrey Simon Brown of Major Matt Mason Collective as he dives into these questions and more. We'll talk about carving out a niche, setting values (and sticking to them), and more to set your new company or collective up for success. With discussion facilitated by Common Ground staff and skill-building activity to get you thinking, don't miss this chance to learn from this exciting indie leader with nearly two decades of experience! Patrons who purchase a $55 ticket to support Common Ground Arts Society receive a $25 tax receipt. Producer Lab is presented in partnership with Edmonton Fringe Theatre, and supported by the Edmonton Arts Council’s Connections & Exchanges Program
Studio Theatre
The Record Swap & Artist Jam Night is a two-part event that celebrates Edmonton's art history, and future! Join us as we host a traditional Record Swap, with local vinyl companies and a selection from CKUA. Act fast, as the swap finishes at 8pm! Throughout the night join us in the Beresh Arts Den, where music, art, and dance meet. Celebrate, create, and connect with local artists through music, a dance floor, and a free-to-use visual arts table. Let the muse of the room move you, or just enjoy the show! While at CKUA, why not take a tour through their infamous music library? Volunteers will be able to guide you through 140 years of music history at any time of the night. Join us on March 28th to experience community like never before! $5 advance // $10 @ the door
CKUA Radio
Get ready to experience the highs, the lows, and the "Hard Work" of show business! Riverbend Junior High is proud to showcase the incredible talents of our Grade 7-9 students in an electrifying production of the stage classic, Fame Jr: The Musical. From the nail-biting moment the acceptance letters arrive to the bitter-sweet spotlight of graduation, join us for a journey through the prestigious New York City High School for the Performing Arts. The Story Follow a legendary cast of characters—including the ambitious Carmen, the soulful Schlomo, the determined Tyrone, and the talented Serena—as they navigate the grueling demands of dance, music, and drama. Watch as they battle stage fright, academic struggles, and the complications of young love, all while chasing one common dream: stardom. Featuring iconic musical numbers like "Bring on Tomorrow," "I Want to Make Magic," and the high-octane title track "Fame," this is a high-energy celebration of the hustle behind the glitz. Show Information Don't miss your chance to see these rising stars shine on the big stage! Date: April 22, 2026 Showtimes: Matinee: 5:00 PM Evening: 7:00 PM Location: Lillian Osborne High School Hosted by: Riverbend Junior High Grab Your Tickets! Whether you’re a fan of powerhouse vocals, breathtaking choreography, or a moving story about finding your voice, this show has something for everyone. Come support our talented students as they prove they have what it takes to "light up the sky like a flame!" Space is limited—book your seats now and witness the next generation of performers take center stage.
Maclab Theatre
Sammy Volkov Album Release w. Jessica Jalbert @ The Aviary! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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Teacup Romance w. Tepid Spring, Tailbiter & The Valley Line Test @ The Aviary! + DJ MorrisMorris & Puplee. $20 Advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 7:30, Music @ 8:30
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The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary Show ~ Thursday Night w. Major Love, Mercy Funk, Hotel Breakfast & Aladean Kheroufi. $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 6:30
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The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary ~ Friday Night w. Sunglaciers, Tebby & The Heavy, Paint Drying, Pi33 Grl3, Pearly Moon & Smokey! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 6:30
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The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary ~ Saturday Night w. Arlo Maverick, Hydracat, Bridgeland, Misfortune Tellers, Haidee, Farhad Khosravi & Dylan Ella! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 5:30
The Aviary
LIMITED ENGAGEMENT SOUND OFF, in partnership with the Canadian Cultural Society for the Deaf, is proud to present the digital edition of the groundbreaking signed musical, The Black Drum. Originally presented in partnership with Soulpepper Theatre in 2019, this is a recording of the original production on stage. In The Black Drum, by Deaf Canadian playwright Adam Pottle, Deaf actors tell their story through physical theatre, signed music, projection, and dance while motion capture enhances their graceful rhythms. Audiences are invited to experience this pioneering new work unlike any other. A young woman’s life is turned upside down when her tattoos come alive and propel her on a fantastical journey in search of her own inner voice. Faces, hands, and movements are our poetry. This is an on-demand performance. Please note this is a limited engagement and this performance will be available to view Saturday March 7 at 12:00 (MT) until Sunday March 8 at 23:59pm (MT). You will receive a Youtube link to view this content in your email confirmation after purchase.
Online
Fairytales, lectures, dance, and song are infused with wild whimsy as creator-performers Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda explore their friendship as two fat women on a journey to self-acceptance and fat liberation. They confront fatphobia, diet culture, and the intersection of fatness with race in this playfully political pop-art piece. Come hungry for a new perspective and leave fuller than you came! Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved): Playwright / Performer / Co-Producers - Keshia Cheesman & Bianca MirandaDirector - Clare PreussStage Manager - Marcia LiberPuppet Designer and Builder - Ali DeRegtProduction Manager & Lighting Designer - Alexandra PrichardSet Designer - Andy MoroDramaturg - Donna-Michelle St. BernardSound Designer & Composer - Kathryn KP SmithProjection & Video Designer - Maezy ReignProjection Mentor - Noriko MarumoProp Designer and Builder & Costume Consultant - Sarbkali HayerSet Painters - Chloe Diochnos and Noriko MarumoSet Builders - Mike Skwara & Barry Eldridge Special thanks: Aira Ang, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Alberta Theatre Projects, Alexa Elser, Alysha Kanji, Amihan, Aurora Lewis, Bowness Soapworks, Bertrand Bickersteth, Brad Scherger, Calgary Arts Development, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Camille Pavlenko, Cassie Holmes, Chanry Thach, Chantelle Han, Clare Preuss, Conrad Belau, Contemporary Calgary, Dani Driusso, Debbie Cheesman, Downstage, Francesca Milone-Ang, Gabby Bandayrel, Gabby’s Barbershop, GOAT, Handsome Alice Theatre, High Performance Rodeo, Jacqs Gallos Aquines, James Wade, Javier Vilalta, Jesse Palechek, Joshua Scott, Kathleen Ballangan, Kendra Nelson, Kevin Cheesman, Kevin Wilson, Kim Carson, Kim Clarete, Leslie Scherger, Lunchbox Theatre, Maddy Quinn, Mainstreet Market, Maria Bernadette Miranda, Marigold Santos, Maven, Meg Farhall, Mera Reyes, Mike Tan, Milk, Moonlight, Nathan Scherger, Nicole Reyes, Pam Tzeng, Rochelle Lamoureux, Rocky Mountain Soap Co, Saje, Sara Mason, Sew Gay, Teigan Blondin de Boer, Theatre Calgary, Tori Moniz, Village Ice Cream, YMCA Arts. All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
The Living Room Party is Azimuth Theatre’s annual offering to our community—a space to share works in progress, connect with fellow artists and audiences, and, above all, celebrate the artistic process of creation. Expect a night filled with electrifying entertainment, featuring a diverse array of performances that promise to dazzle and delight. In the past, our acts have ranged from powerful poems and script excerpts to performances by Juno-nominated artists. You never know what magic will unfold! Warnings or Content Advisories:TBC Artist information to be announced March 2026 All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
The Nightshades (Kelowna, BC) w. Kip Lily @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door
The Aviary
What happens when Deaf and hearing cultures encounter one another in performance? Those Roots Within is a contemporary dance duet created by Alida Esmail, Sophia Wright, and Hodan Youssouf. Themes of minority identities and immigration come alive through movement, signed music, vibrations, and lighting while Esmail and Youssouf transform the stage into a world map, retracing their ancestors’ steps. Their paths come in and out of sync, offering a reflection on intersection, disconnection, and family history. Esmail and Youssouf exist in their respective realities as they negotiate with the world around them. Every time their trajectories cross, it allows for a reflection on allyship and the effort necessary to bring such diverse experiences into communication. This is a digital on-demand performance. You will receive a Youtube link in your email confirmation after purchase. Content will be available to view until March 8th at midnight.
Online
Through a physical exploration of the ways queer club culture, plant growth cycles, and sapphic intimacy intersect, ULTRA VIOLETS frames queer becoming as a cause for celebration. In this 55-minute dance-theatre work, an ensemble of queer dancers moves through phases of transformation on both individual and collective scales while inviting audiences to witness this process at hyper speed, moving through rot, rebirth, and everything in between. Set in a world that is part greenhouse, part underground dance club, the piece draws from disco aesthetics and ecology alike, unapologetically celebrating sapphic love and collective acts of resistance. With integrated design, plenty of disco balls, and dirt, ULTRA VIOLETS offers a glimpse into the process of becoming while asking one simple question: do you want to dance? Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Director / Creator – Alexandra CapraraSound Designer – Charlie CooperLighting & Set Designer – Alexandra CapraraStage Manager – Claire BrownPerformers – Sydney Bluck, Desiree James, Aisha Wewala, Natalia Martineau, Charlotte SamuelRehearsal Direction – Anna Wang-AlbaniCostume Creation – Anna Wang-AlbaniChoreography – Co-created by Alexandra Caprara, Sydney Bluck, Desiree James, Aisha Wewala, Anna Wang-Albani, and Charlotte SamuelProduction Manager – Gillian Hanemayer Please note: this work also features ten community ensemble members, who will be cast locally from Edmonton closer to the festival. Special ThanksErika Latta, Rob Kitsos, Wlad Woyno, Arthi Chandra, School for the Contemporary Arts, Canada Council for the Arts, BC Arts Council, and the Expanse Festival team. All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
This story of blueberry muffins and lost socks transports the audience into the world of a small French-speaking community. After years of adventures abroad, Louise returns home to find her roots and takes over the laundry business that belonged to her grandmother. She also reunites with her childhood best friend, Maxime, who had always worked in his family’s bakery without changing a single ingredient. His world is turned upside down when he goes through a breakup with his girlfriend, Marie-Josée, a kindergarten teacher who's looking for more creativity in her life. Guillaume, a renowned musician, also returns to stay with his friend Maxime, since he lacks inspiration in the big city. At the heart of this play we find themes of discovery and reunion, love and friendship.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
ᐋᒋᒧᐃᐧᐣ âcimowin, Fringe’s Winter Storytelling Series is a celebration of Indigenous storytelling where the word âcimowin carries the essence of story in the Cree language. In the quiet of the season, storytelling warms our spirits, connecting us to our ancestors, culture, and community. As winter blankets the land, our gathering holds special significance. We are joined by Elders who impart traditional wisdom; we hear stories, and experience works in process created by Artists local to Treaty 6 and the Métis homeland; we connect in community, in circle.
Backstage Theatre
Take your place among ultimate theatre lovers and champions of brave art at A Fringe Benefit - a night so electrifying, so wildly unhinged, its legends can only be whispered about in good company. This is more than a party. It’s a gathering of the bold. A stage stacked with performers that refuse to conform. A one-night soiree where Fringe spirit meets speakeasy. And it’s all in the name of funding Fringe. The second annual Fringe Benefit is more daring, decadent, and deliciously unpredictable than before. Loosen your tie, gloss your grin, and step inside: A Fringe Benefit Friday, April 10, 2026 7PM – LATE at the Fringe Theatre Arts Barns (10330 84 Avenue) Dress to impress (this ain’t no black-tie affair – show us your showstopping, creative best) What’s in store? This is a fundraising event, Fringe-style – radical, rebellious, and ridiculously fun. Every dollar raised fuels the magic of the Fringe Festival, keeping Artists on stage and audiences on the edge of their seats. ✨ Live performances from Fringe Festival Artists - like you’ve never seen them before. ✨ Complimentary glass of bubbles (because you deserve a treat). ✨ A live auction stacked with VIP Fringe experiences. ✨and MORE! Get your Tickets: Surrender to the spectacle. Tickets are LIMITED. Get yours now, before the best night of the year passes you by. Pick your ticket price: Fringe Friend: $50 ticket (no charitable tax receipt) Fringe Fanatic: $100 ticket with $50 charitable tax receipt Fringe Champion: $150 ticket with $100 charitable tax receipt PSST – your ticket grants you special timed access to A Fringe Benefit between 7pm – 7:50pm. When booking your tickets, pick the arrival time that works best for you (and don’t worry – we know life happens. Latecomers welcome!).
Westbury Theatre
Aaron Wylder ¨Brand New TV" Canadian Tour 2026 w. Bennett Mitchell @ The Aviary! $12 advance // $15 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
An evening Welcome Gathering invites connection with the collective and the local creative community, opening space to imagine new ways of moving, creating, and being together.An abolitionist practice in our context emphasizes building a strong care-oriented community.What we’re aiming to build together is a collective consciousness and shared identity that mobilizes community members to develop the radical imagination needed to envision and build new futures. Approximate or Estimated Duration120 minutes Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved) Collective Member – Mpoe Mogale – They/ThemCollective Member – Cherelle George – She/herCollective Member – Deborah Kissi – She/herCollective Member – Cindy Ansah – She/herPhotographer – Aliya Logun – She/her All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $15 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
Created by Calla Wright Binding is a post-dramatic solo show that takes inspiration from clown and drag. Through a mix of puppetry, visual metaphor and frank discussion, Cal explores what it is to have a relationship to a body part you've never really wanted, but are stuck with. Simultaneously absurd and vulnerable, Cal explores their relationship to their chest and body as a nonbinary person living in Alberta. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Playwright / Performer – Calla WrightDirector / Dramaturg – Sarah EmslieStage Manager – Robin Wolff von SelzamCostume & Props Designer – Even Gilchrist (with contributions by The OctoberPeople and Kade Carter)Sound Designer – Autumn Strom (with contributions by Kena León)Lighting Designer – Larissa PohoConsultants - Carly Neis, Amorena Bartlett, Jeffrey Behrens and Max Dickeso All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
Clean Up Your Act Presents: Lushclot EP Release w. Still There, Truster & SeeYouSoon @ The Aviary! Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
CxUxYxA Presents: Real Sickies w. The Smelters, Misery Tomb & Andrechts @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
Created by Andrew Ritchie Cycle by Andrew Ritchie—a high-octane, immersive theatre experience set on a stationary bike. This groundbreaking award winning solo performance is written, developed, and performed by Ritchie. Cycle offers a dynamic and energetic experience that explores the gritty realities and exhilarating moments of active transportation and cycling culture in Canada. Audience members are invited to engage in the performance physically, seated on stationary bikes as they pedal alongside Ritchie, mirroring his intense ride as he traverses the dangers and highs of urban transportation. Through this interactive format, Cycle shines a light on Ritchie’s real-life experiences as a bike food courier in Toronto, and the financial and physical precariousness of trying to make a living in the gig economy. A deeply personal and politically charged journey, Cycle will get your blood pumping and cultivate a new respect for the two-wheeled travel. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Director – Kristi Hansen*Choreographer – Ainsley Hillyard*Lighting and Projected Media Designer – T. Erin GruberDesign Assistant – Skye GrindeSound Designer – Liv McRobbiePlaywright / Performer – Andrew RitchieDramaturge – Geoffrey Simon BrownStage Manager – Galen Hite*Producers – Alyson Dicey & Dayna Lea HoffmannPromotional Graphic Designer – Tynan Boyd All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ Content Advisories Vehicular death. Discussion of infant death. Direct address and some voluntary audience participation. Strobe lighting effects. Saturated lighting states. Moments of light in the audience. More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
Ellen Froese At The Aviary! w. guests TBA $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30
The Aviary
Grase Presents: (IS) Moving To Amsterdam Send Off Show @ The Aviary! Live music from: Gratuitous w. Jillian T, Misfortune Tellers, Pi33grl3, Just Moe, Canned Hearts & Mad John. $20 advance // $25 @ the door March 13 & 14 Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
K-Man & The 45s w. Jacquie Daniels & 20/20s @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
Join Kaeley Jade in celebrating the release of her sophomore album, The Great Unknown, featured on Exclaim's Most Anticipated Albums of 2026. Live in concert with her full five-piece band, and with opening act Jed and the Valentine, the evening promises to be filled with surprises, magic, and a whole lot of heart. PRE-SAVE THE GREAT UNKNOWN: https://ffm.to/the_great_unknown ABOUT KAELEY JADE: https://kaeleyjade.com/ Alternative-folk singer-songwriter Kaeley Jade crafts full-hearted songs that dig deep. Growing up on the outskirts of North America’s most northern metropolis, the Edmonton-based Métis artist has been sculpted by icy winter winds and sweeping prairie skies. Whether through gently textured acoustic ballads or rip-roaring full-band cuts, Canadian Folk Music Award-winner Kaeley Jade’s powerful voice captures life’s most challenging moments with sincerity and precision. ABOUT JED AND THE VALENTINE: https://jedandthevalentine.com/home Jed and the Valentine, the musical collaboration born in Edmonton, Alberta through the creative minds of Jonah Morris and Maria Khaner, has become a compelling force in the Canadian music scene, bringing a sun-dappled folk sound to the prairies. Starting as performers in backyard gatherings, their dreams soon became too grand for the confines of the backyard — in just a few short years, the two landed themselves on the stages of major folk festivals across Western Canada. Tickets: $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors: 7:30pm
The Aviary
Lacerator w/ Tailbiter, Duoreme & Excerabation $15 advance // $20 @ the door
The Aviary
From selecting which festivals to tour to surviving life on the road, this masterclass offers a practical roadmap for touring indie work. Learn how to plan routes, budget realistically, and build relationships across the Fringe circuit. Whether you’re dreaming of your first tour or refining a touring practice, this session focuses on sustainability, strategy, and long-term growth. Instructors: Louise Casemore, Michelle Todd, and Murray Utas Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Great shows are built by great teams. This workshop focuses on assembling collaborators, clarifying roles, and creating rehearsal spaces rooted in trust, care, and accountability. Participants will explore inclusive leadership practices, consent-forward processes, and practical tools for navigating conflict and collaboration in indie rehearsal rooms. Instructors: Gina Puntil, Mac Brock, and Jacquelyn Cardinal Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
How do you make a show that looks great, packs small, and survives the road? This masterclass dives into design choices that support touring realities, from flexible sets and costumes to smart technical choices. Artists will learn how to balance creativity, durability, and affordability while designing work that can adapt across venues and festivals. Instructors: Kat Evans, Even Gilchrist, and Liv Bunge Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Tech doesn’t have to be intimidating. This session demystifies lighting and sound for indie Artists, focusing on simple, effective design choices that work across Fringe venues. Learn how to communicate clearly with technicians, streamline your tech needs, and design shows that are tech-light but artistically strong. Instructors: Kat Evans, Even Gilchrist, and Liv Bunge Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
You made the show… now how do you get people to see it? We’ll break down practical, Artist-friendly marketing strategies that work in a busy Festival environment and beyond. Participants will explore audience-building, promotional storytelling, digital strategies, and realistic planning tools to help turn curiosity into ticket sales. Instructors: Cat Bangel, Megan Dart, and Bradley King Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
Explore how to develop, refine, and strengthen your script with limited resources and maximum clarity. Learn practical dramaturgical tools to support new work, solo creations, and ensemble-driven pieces in an indie context. Whether you’re starting from a rough idea or polishing a Festival-ready script, this session offers concrete strategies to help your story land with Audiences. Instructors: Geoffrey Simon Brown, Gerald Osborn, and Jessica Peverett Launchpad is Fringe Theatre’s hands-on professional development program designed to support independent Artists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re creating your first Fringe show or refining a tried-and-true touring practice, these masterclasses offer practical tools, peer learning, and real-world insight rooted in the DIY spirit of Fringe. For a full schedule of workshops, instructors, and more, please visit our website: fringetheatre.ca/launchpad Full Series Discount Get a deal by registering for all workshops! You'll save $15.00 per workshop! To get the Full Series Discount, Add a Full Price ticket from each workshop to your basket. View all of the workshops here. Once the tickets are added, they will automatically convert to a Full Series Discount. Proceed to checkout.
Backstage Theatre
MIINA (Victoria, BC) w. Dana Sipos (Victoria, BC) @ The Aviary! $20 advance // $25 @ the door
The Aviary
Midnight Channel w. Dylan Ella & Whiling @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
Midwest Emo Bands As Bands w. Sumptorium as Title Fight / Privy Vault & Co as Free Throw / Wayfinder as Turnover & Reasonable Creatures as Hotelier. $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30 Music @ 8:00
The Aviary
When: Thursday, March 26th at 7:30pm (Doors & bar open at 7pm, with drinks available all night) Where: The Backstage Theatre Fringe Theatre Arts Barn, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton How much: $30 Rhonda Shand — A History of Edmonton’s Streetcars – They Still Live!!! Ever wondered how Edmonton started with using streetcars and light rail vehicles as a form of mass transit? Well look no more! In 1908, regular streetcar service began in Edmonton at 7 a.m. on Monday, November 9th, with both Cars 1 and 2 operating between the car barns on Syndicate Avenue (95 Street) and 21st (121) Street. Strathcona service began Friday, December 4th and used the Edmonton Inter-Urban Bridge (now called Low Level Bridge). Streetcar service ended on September 1, 1951 with a ceremonial “Last Run” with invited guests on Streetcar Number 1 from 97 Street and Jasper Avenue to the loop at 109 Street and 84 Avenue where almost 1,000 people gathered to bid farewell in wet rainy weather. Regular streetcar service continued for a few hours thereafter. Then on September 2 at around 1:00 A.M., Car 52 made the final run across the High Level Bridge with five passengers ending almost 43 years of streetcar service. In the time between then (starting in earnest in 1980) and now the Edmonton Radial Railway Society (ERRS) has been acquiring, rebuilding, restoring, and operating fully operational vintage streetcars at both Fort Edmonton Park and the High Level Bridge. Bio: Rhonda Shand is a proud member of the Edmonton Radial Railway Society (ERRS) and will become more active in operations, maintenance, and project restoration later this year. Rhonda is qualified to operate 50% of the streetcar fleet including the “crown jewel,” Edmonton #1 at Fort Edmonton Park. This is an independent presentation sanctioned by the ERRS where Rhonda will talk about the present streetcar collection plus future plans for the two routes and the fleet. Self described as the “Jedi Enchantress of ALL Things Electron,” Rhonda is an electrical engineering graduate from the University of Alberta and is a Wiccan, moonshining electrical engineer with a ham radio licence and military reserve background. Relevant work experience includes the Edmonton Valley Line South East presently in operation and the Edmonton Valley Line West presently being built, as a Lead Systems and Integration Engineer with Parsons. Mackenzie O’Neill — “A Child of Earth and Space:” How Soviet Propagandists Humanized Space Technology During the Space Race This talk explains how Soviet propagandists humanized space technology, such as probes and rovers, during the Space Race. I outline the history of the Soviet Space Program and trace how journalists and graphic artists anthropomorphized machines such as the Lunokhod-1 Rover. My research also argues that this tactic of imbuing life into space technology was not a consistent trend but changed in frequency throughout the course of the Cold War. I analyze articles from Soviet newspapers and examine caricatures by graphic artists within the USSR to demonstrate how such machinery became “human.” Bio: Mackenzie O’Neill is a Graduate Student in History at the University of Alberta. He focuses on the History of Science, Technology, and Medicine, as well as the Soviet-Era Russian History. Nathan Lamarche — Are you sure? We may be strangers, yet a part of you cares, because any relationship has a level of empathy. Where some individuals in the government might care, Canada, the state, has no capacity for empathy. Generative Artificial Intelligence is a representative of the state and the elite class, yet acts like it has empathy. My talk will focus on state-fueled certainty, uncertainty in rebellion, and how AI exploits empathy and manipulates certainty in order to exert the control of the state. Bio: Nathan Lamarche is an Otipemisiwak Michif Master of Arts student in English at the University of Alberta whose research interests revolve around empathy and understanding, including Indigenous perspectives and experiences in fiction, subaltern and queer literature, and the disenfranchisement of the working class in post-imperial landscapes. In their spare time, they tend to their several thousand isopod friends, and when not otherwise writing or doing research, you can probably find them buried days deep in the mountains backcountry hiking, cooking very strange meals, and brewing mead out of pinecones.
Backstage Theatre
Noise Café #23 @ The Aviary! w. Ghosts Over Ganymede & Garlands Family Happy Good Times Band & XiME $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30 Music at 8:00
The Aviary
A new dance work by award-winning Montreal-based Deaf dancer, Cai Glover, of A Fichu Turning. Also featuring Kyra Jean Green. The mother ponders her becoming through the lens of first having been a child. She glances backwards at the where she came from to steal a moment in time while still hurtling towards a new way of being and relating. The brother has a brother who is a concept that is both idol and idle. The maddening stillness when one's acts of selfhood are directed away from rather than as a way to. My love is gesticAnd my hands are tiedA silver knot of intention keeps the staggering body from falling This shock of consciousness... Created by: Cai GloverFeaturing: Cai Glover and Kyra Jean GreenMusic: Adrian CopelandLights: Etienne FournierAn A Fichu Turning production All tickets Pay What You Will. This is a digital on-demand performance. You will be sent a Zoom link by email the morning of March 3. Content will be available to view from March 3rd at noon and will expire on March 8th at midnight.
Online
Onslaught Productions Presents: Seymour w. Live A Life, and Pray The Mantis @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors at 7:30 Music at 8:30
The Aviary
Pails/Buckets EP Release w. Daniel Blade, Mad John & LN Baba $15 advance // $20 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
The Aviary
A coproduction of Théâtre la Seizième and Kleine Compagnie At the bottom of the ocean, Petite Ondine, daughter of the King of the Sea, feels like a stranger among her own kind. She dreams of another life, on land. But can a mermaid find her place among humans? Interwoven with songs of Nina Simone, Petite Ondine is a new object theatre production by the Kleine Cie in collaboration with Théâtre La Seizième, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid. In cabaret form, the use of video reveals to the audience the work on miniature objects and materials that is created directly on stage, underlining the poetry and the fragility of this world underwater.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
Created by Kristi Hansen with Moment Discovery “Phantom Limbs” is a glitch in the machine. A dance with the past. A memory play that may or may not remember correctly. Part performance, part technological misfire, Phantom Limbs explores what the body remembers even when something is no longer physically present. Through movement, body-based technology, and layered memory, Kristi Hansen plays with absence, sensation, and the poetic tension between what once was and what remains. Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved) Creator / Performer – Kristi HansenBody-Based Technology Direction Collaborator – Pamela AnthonyDramaturgy Collaborator – Mũkonzi Wa MũsyokiMovement Collaborator – Ainsley HillyardEnvironmental Design Collaborator & Stage Manager – Tessa StampShow Control Collaborator – Jonah BadgerSound Design Collaborator – Charffy WangSound Design Mentor and Collaborator – Aaron MacriBody-Based Technology Consultation & Collaborator – Will BauerProducing Collaborator – Meghan DesjardinsVoice Artists – Tyson T. Khalema, Mona Sahi, Tabitha Biel Luak, Stanislav Zhurbenko, Lebogang Disele, and Kristi HansenAudio Recording Engineer – Sheldon ElterSpecial Thanks Thank you to the entire Moment Discovery team for their trust, investment, and belief in the Phantom Limbs project. And a huge thank you to the original 2022 research collaborators—Carly Neis, Sissy Thiessen Kootenayoo, and Chris Dodd—who helped explore the concept of phantom limb and the poetry that exists within what our bodies remember.A large portion of Phantom Limbs draws from Woody: a 2005 commission from the Manitoba Council for International Collaboration with original direction by Sheldon Elter, Sound and Video Design by Clinton Carew, revival direction by Murray Utas and revival dramaturgy by Steve Pirot in 2012.The Expanse 2026 production of "Phantom Limbs" has been created with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Edmonton Arts Council, and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Where to Find the Artist Website: www.kristihansen.ca Instagram: @kristi.hansen77 All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Moment Discovery
Pleasurecraft w. Morning Coyote & paro! @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door
The Aviary
So we made a show together. What next? Should we make a company? Should we tie the knot with a joint bank account? How do we work together in the long-term and make sure we still love doing it? Join mentor-in-residence Geoffrey Simon Brown of Major Matt Mason Collective as he dives into these questions and more. We'll talk about carving out a niche, setting values (and sticking to them), and more to set your new company or collective up for success. With discussion facilitated by Common Ground staff and skill-building activity to get you thinking, don't miss this chance to learn from this exciting indie leader with nearly two decades of experience! Patrons who purchase a $55 ticket to support Common Ground Arts Society receive a $25 tax receipt. Producer Lab is presented in partnership with Edmonton Fringe Theatre, and supported by the Edmonton Arts Council’s Connections & Exchanges Program
Studio Theatre
The Record Swap & Artist Jam Night is a two-part event that celebrates Edmonton's art history, and future! Join us as we host a traditional Record Swap, with local vinyl companies and a selection from CKUA. Act fast, as the swap finishes at 8pm! Throughout the night join us in the Beresh Arts Den, where music, art, and dance meet. Celebrate, create, and connect with local artists through music, a dance floor, and a free-to-use visual arts table. Let the muse of the room move you, or just enjoy the show! While at CKUA, why not take a tour through their infamous music library? Volunteers will be able to guide you through 140 years of music history at any time of the night. Join us on March 28th to experience community like never before! $5 advance // $10 @ the door
CKUA Radio
Get ready to experience the highs, the lows, and the "Hard Work" of show business! Riverbend Junior High is proud to showcase the incredible talents of our Grade 7-9 students in an electrifying production of the stage classic, Fame Jr: The Musical. From the nail-biting moment the acceptance letters arrive to the bitter-sweet spotlight of graduation, join us for a journey through the prestigious New York City High School for the Performing Arts. The Story Follow a legendary cast of characters—including the ambitious Carmen, the soulful Schlomo, the determined Tyrone, and the talented Serena—as they navigate the grueling demands of dance, music, and drama. Watch as they battle stage fright, academic struggles, and the complications of young love, all while chasing one common dream: stardom. Featuring iconic musical numbers like "Bring on Tomorrow," "I Want to Make Magic," and the high-octane title track "Fame," this is a high-energy celebration of the hustle behind the glitz. Show Information Don't miss your chance to see these rising stars shine on the big stage! Date: April 22, 2026 Showtimes: Matinee: 5:00 PM Evening: 7:00 PM Location: Lillian Osborne High School Hosted by: Riverbend Junior High Grab Your Tickets! Whether you’re a fan of powerhouse vocals, breathtaking choreography, or a moving story about finding your voice, this show has something for everyone. Come support our talented students as they prove they have what it takes to "light up the sky like a flame!" Space is limited—book your seats now and witness the next generation of performers take center stage.
Maclab Theatre
Sammy Volkov Album Release w. Jessica Jalbert @ The Aviary! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 7:30
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Teacup Romance w. Tepid Spring, Tailbiter & The Valley Line Test @ The Aviary! + DJ MorrisMorris & Puplee. $20 Advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 7:30, Music @ 8:30
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The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary Show ~ Thursday Night w. Major Love, Mercy Funk, Hotel Breakfast & Aladean Kheroufi. $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 6:30
The Aviary
The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary ~ Friday Night w. Sunglaciers, Tebby & The Heavy, Paint Drying, Pi33 Grl3, Pearly Moon & Smokey! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 6:30
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The Aviary ~ 10 Year Anniversary ~ Saturday Night w. Arlo Maverick, Hydracat, Bridgeland, Misfortune Tellers, Haidee, Farhad Khosravi & Dylan Ella! $20 advance // $25 @ the door Doors @ 5:30
The Aviary
LIMITED ENGAGEMENT SOUND OFF, in partnership with the Canadian Cultural Society for the Deaf, is proud to present the digital edition of the groundbreaking signed musical, The Black Drum. Originally presented in partnership with Soulpepper Theatre in 2019, this is a recording of the original production on stage. In The Black Drum, by Deaf Canadian playwright Adam Pottle, Deaf actors tell their story through physical theatre, signed music, projection, and dance while motion capture enhances their graceful rhythms. Audiences are invited to experience this pioneering new work unlike any other. A young woman’s life is turned upside down when her tattoos come alive and propel her on a fantastical journey in search of her own inner voice. Faces, hands, and movements are our poetry. This is an on-demand performance. Please note this is a limited engagement and this performance will be available to view Saturday March 7 at 12:00 (MT) until Sunday March 8 at 23:59pm (MT). You will receive a Youtube link to view this content in your email confirmation after purchase.
Online
Fairytales, lectures, dance, and song are infused with wild whimsy as creator-performers Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda explore their friendship as two fat women on a journey to self-acceptance and fat liberation. They confront fatphobia, diet culture, and the intersection of fatness with race in this playfully political pop-art piece. Come hungry for a new perspective and leave fuller than you came! Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved): Playwright / Performer / Co-Producers - Keshia Cheesman & Bianca MirandaDirector - Clare PreussStage Manager - Marcia LiberPuppet Designer and Builder - Ali DeRegtProduction Manager & Lighting Designer - Alexandra PrichardSet Designer - Andy MoroDramaturg - Donna-Michelle St. BernardSound Designer & Composer - Kathryn KP SmithProjection & Video Designer - Maezy ReignProjection Mentor - Noriko MarumoProp Designer and Builder & Costume Consultant - Sarbkali HayerSet Painters - Chloe Diochnos and Noriko MarumoSet Builders - Mike Skwara & Barry Eldridge Special thanks: Aira Ang, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Alberta Theatre Projects, Alexa Elser, Alysha Kanji, Amihan, Aurora Lewis, Bowness Soapworks, Bertrand Bickersteth, Brad Scherger, Calgary Arts Development, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Camille Pavlenko, Cassie Holmes, Chanry Thach, Chantelle Han, Clare Preuss, Conrad Belau, Contemporary Calgary, Dani Driusso, Debbie Cheesman, Downstage, Francesca Milone-Ang, Gabby Bandayrel, Gabby’s Barbershop, GOAT, Handsome Alice Theatre, High Performance Rodeo, Jacqs Gallos Aquines, James Wade, Javier Vilalta, Jesse Palechek, Joshua Scott, Kathleen Ballangan, Kendra Nelson, Kevin Cheesman, Kevin Wilson, Kim Carson, Kim Clarete, Leslie Scherger, Lunchbox Theatre, Maddy Quinn, Mainstreet Market, Maria Bernadette Miranda, Marigold Santos, Maven, Meg Farhall, Mera Reyes, Mike Tan, Milk, Moonlight, Nathan Scherger, Nicole Reyes, Pam Tzeng, Rochelle Lamoureux, Rocky Mountain Soap Co, Saje, Sara Mason, Sew Gay, Teigan Blondin de Boer, Theatre Calgary, Tori Moniz, Village Ice Cream, YMCA Arts. All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
The Living Room Party is Azimuth Theatre’s annual offering to our community—a space to share works in progress, connect with fellow artists and audiences, and, above all, celebrate the artistic process of creation. Expect a night filled with electrifying entertainment, featuring a diverse array of performances that promise to dazzle and delight. In the past, our acts have ranged from powerful poems and script excerpts to performances by Juno-nominated artists. You never know what magic will unfold! Warnings or Content Advisories:TBC Artist information to be announced March 2026 All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Studio Theatre
The Nightshades (Kelowna, BC) w. Kip Lily @ The Aviary! $15 advance // $20 @ the door
The Aviary
What happens when Deaf and hearing cultures encounter one another in performance? Those Roots Within is a contemporary dance duet created by Alida Esmail, Sophia Wright, and Hodan Youssouf. Themes of minority identities and immigration come alive through movement, signed music, vibrations, and lighting while Esmail and Youssouf transform the stage into a world map, retracing their ancestors’ steps. Their paths come in and out of sync, offering a reflection on intersection, disconnection, and family history. Esmail and Youssouf exist in their respective realities as they negotiate with the world around them. Every time their trajectories cross, it allows for a reflection on allyship and the effort necessary to bring such diverse experiences into communication. This is a digital on-demand performance. You will receive a Youtube link in your email confirmation after purchase. Content will be available to view until March 8th at midnight.
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Through a physical exploration of the ways queer club culture, plant growth cycles, and sapphic intimacy intersect, ULTRA VIOLETS frames queer becoming as a cause for celebration. In this 55-minute dance-theatre work, an ensemble of queer dancers moves through phases of transformation on both individual and collective scales while inviting audiences to witness this process at hyper speed, moving through rot, rebirth, and everything in between. Set in a world that is part greenhouse, part underground dance club, the piece draws from disco aesthetics and ecology alike, unapologetically celebrating sapphic love and collective acts of resistance. With integrated design, plenty of disco balls, and dirt, ULTRA VIOLETS offers a glimpse into the process of becoming while asking one simple question: do you want to dance? Artist Credits (Whole Team Involved)Director / Creator – Alexandra CapraraSound Designer – Charlie CooperLighting & Set Designer – Alexandra CapraraStage Manager – Claire BrownPerformers – Sydney Bluck, Desiree James, Aisha Wewala, Natalia Martineau, Charlotte SamuelRehearsal Direction – Anna Wang-AlbaniCostume Creation – Anna Wang-AlbaniChoreography – Co-created by Alexandra Caprara, Sydney Bluck, Desiree James, Aisha Wewala, Anna Wang-Albani, and Charlotte SamuelProduction Manager – Gillian Hanemayer Please note: this work also features ten community ensemble members, who will be cast locally from Edmonton closer to the festival. Special ThanksErika Latta, Rob Kitsos, Wlad Woyno, Arthi Chandra, School for the Contemporary Arts, Canada Council for the Arts, BC Arts Council, and the Expanse Festival team. All tickets are Pay What You Will (PWYW). The suggested price is $35 but any amount is accepted. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to sharing your contact information with Azimuth Theatre. Should you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact Azimuth Theatre at https://azimuththeatre.com/contact/ More information about access at Expanse 2026 will be coming soon and can be found on our website azimuththeatre.com. Any access inquiries and/or feedback can be sent to Carly@azimuththeatre.com.
Westbury Theatre
This story of blueberry muffins and lost socks transports the audience into the world of a small French-speaking community. After years of adventures abroad, Louise returns home to find her roots and takes over the laundry business that belonged to her grandmother. She also reunites with her childhood best friend, Maxime, who had always worked in his family’s bakery without changing a single ingredient. His world is turned upside down when he goes through a breakup with his girlfriend, Marie-Josée, a kindergarten teacher who's looking for more creativity in her life. Guillaume, a renowned musician, also returns to stay with his friend Maxime, since he lacks inspiration in the big city. At the heart of this play we find themes of discovery and reunion, love and friendship.
SERVUS Credit Union Théâtre
ᐋᒋᒧᐃᐧᐣ âcimowin, Fringe’s Winter Storytelling Series is a celebration of Indigenous storytelling where the word âcimowin carries the essence of story in the Cree language. In the quiet of the season, storytelling warms our spirits, connecting us to our ancestors, culture, and community. As winter blankets the land, our gathering holds special significance. We are joined by Elders who impart traditional wisdom; we hear stories, and experience works in process created by Artists local to Treaty 6 and the Métis homeland; we connect in community, in circle.
Backstage Theatre
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