4B Harm Reduction Fundraiser Mom Weed Homemade Psycho Stadium 11 Belonging Tickets are $15 in advance, pay what you can at the door!
The Aviary
9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, is based on the 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains "otherwise engaged," the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down.
Maclab Theatre
Amy Nelson (YYC)Starpainter (YQL)Sammy Volkov (YEG) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
By Hengameh E. Rice. Directed by Brian Dooley. Presented by AuTash Productions. AuTash Productions brings a story of resistance and struggle to the Edmonton stage in what Intermission Magazine called a “biting and brave new play…the ninety-minute drama packs a mighty punch.” The Toronto Star dubbed Anahita’s Republic “an intriguing new play offering an insider perspective into gender, power and freedom in contemporary Iran.” Anahita is a woman who refuses to wear the hijab and rules her own republic where she can live, dress, and speak as she pleases. To deal with the world outside of her compound, she controls the family business and the life of her brother Cyrus. One night, on the eve of an important secret meeting between progressive leaders, a young woman in a chador comes to Anahita’s compound, carrying explosive secrets that might destroy everything Anahita has tried to build. “We glimpse in Anahita’s Republic a world filled with secrecy and betrayal wrapped in an obsessive desire for freedom. It offers up a vision of the unceasing struggle many Iranians feel between love for their country and the sacrifices this love sometimes demands.”- Brian Dooley, Director Content warning: Mature subject matter, not suitable for children under the age of 14. This play deals with issues surrounding women’s rights and their suppression. For more information please see www.anahitasrepublic.ca Click here to see content advisories Women’s rights have been subject to restrictions for many years in Iran, and there have been frequent waves of protests against those restrictions. Many women have suffered harassment and abuse. For anyone who has experienced this, some scenes and references in this play may trigger memories or responses. AuTash Productions would like to recognize the support of the Edmonton Arts Council, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and the Canada Council for the Arts. Talkbacks Talkbacks will be available after the following performances:May 21, 2023 at 1:30 PM – “Art as Impact or Art as Expression?” (Facebook link https://fb.me/e/1eVQ0StCJ)May 28, 2023 at 1:30 PM – “Staging Anahita’s Republic” Pay What You Will Tickets Pay What You Will tickets are available at every performance. ASL Interpretation The performance on May 27, 2023 at 7:30 PM will be ASL interpreted. Special Performances May 19th, 7:30 PM: PreviewMay 20th, 7:30 PM: Opening NightMay 27th, 1:30 PM: Safe Performance - Masking RequiredJune 3rd, 1:30 PM: Safe Performance - Masking Required
Backstage Theatre
Apollo Suns Purple City Disco The Static Shift Tickets $16 in advance, $25 at the door
The Aviary
Boosh Girl Dumbass The Cheeks Funeral Photo Op Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Botticelli in the Fire is a queer, fictionalized account of Sandro Botticelli’s painting of his most famous work, The Birth of Venus, by Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill. In this epic, set against the backdrop of the early Renaissance, Botticelli personally guides the audience with crude, contemporary warmth. He tells of his relationship with apprentice Leonardo daVinci, tension with the ruling Medicis, and the tides of oppression swelling from the Catholic theocracy, embodied by the charismatic and dangerous Friar Savonarola. As the Black Plague rages, Sandro grows more threatened each day by Church-driven pyres of secular art, literature, and “sodomites”. At once a glittering celebration of the spirit of queer survival and love, and abrasive study of the demonization of vice, pleasure, and sex, Botticelli in the Fire asks: What do we owe to each other in times of strife? What do we sacrifice, for love, safety, or god?
Backstage Theatre
EDMONTON MUSICAL THEATRE’s 45th YEAR-END PRODUCTION Broadway Rocks Again Directed and choreographed by Peter Mills with music direction by Brad Heintzman. Original Concept by Colin MacLean, Brad Heintzman and Steffni Ault Featuring the music of ABBA, QUEEN, Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, Journey, Whitesnake, David Lee Roth, Night Ranger, Foreigner, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, REO Speedwagon, and Billy Joel. Book by Peter Mills, based on the original musical production “Broadway Rocks”. Original script by Colin MacLean. Johnny reflects on the journey to fulfill his dream of having his own live entertainment TV show, The Johnny Platter Show. The cast and crew struggle to keep the show alive as ratings plummet. Along with the help of his producer, Karen, Johnny tries out a series of ideas to enliven the show, which either go terribly wrong or are continually shot down by Harry the TV Executive. All the while there are 3 love relationships occurring amongst the TV cast and crew: Charisse and Lance, two singers on the show, Judy and Mikey, the show’s production assistants, and Karen who secretly longs to be with Johnny. In the end the TV show and the couples risk it all to save the show and find themselves in an unexpected place.
Westbury Theatre
The Kumar Family suffers a tremendous loss when they suddenly lose their family’s matriarch. While the family gathers at Grandma Baby’s “Nine Day,” they learn a hard but necessary lesson about the root of their grief, the fortitude of their joy, and the tension that arises from everyone’s favourite card game: T’ruup Chaal. CHUMP is being workshopped from May 29 to June 11, 2023 at the Studio Theatre as part of Sue Goberdhan’s time with the CONFLUENCE Fellowship at Catalyst Theatre. A public presentation of this new work in process will be on June 11 at 7:30 PM. This piece is made possible with contributions from Catalyst Theatre, Fringe Theatre, Alpacalypse Productions, and the Canada Council for the Arts. Featuring:Andrew PrashadDamon PitcherDave AutarKenneth MohabirLeela SitahalMarvin IshmaelShaun OmaidSue Goberdhan Post Show Dinner on June 11th As part of this celebration, we would like to invite you to the CHUMP Community Dinner, immediately after the show in the Westbury Lobby! This event comes at no additional cost, and is being catered by the illustrious (and DELICIOUS) Cafe Caribbean! Caribbean joy means a lot of things; it means steadfast optimism, it means community care, but most importantly it means building a bigger table so we can all share in food that warms up the spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!
Studio Theatre
Carolyn MarkMike McDonaldTanyss NixiJody Shenkarek Tickets $12 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Clean Up Your Act Presents: The Motherfuckers Take Sides Artificial Dissemination Calder 40 Hands Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Cindy Lee Freak Heat Waves Tickets $18 advance, $22 at the door.
The Aviary
Alec Arms Yung Link Runt Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
False Body Pre-Breaker Genizah EverythingYouEverLoved Calder 40 Hands Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Francesco Rizzuto & The Paperback Violets The Bearded Dragons, Eric Yaremko Tickets $20 advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
For ONE NIGHT ONLY, curl up by the metaphorical fire for an evening of stories and shenanigans. That’s right – we're making Fringe Revue bigger and even better than before. We’re planning on two – one Holiday Special in December plus the return of our Spring Revue where we’ll announce our season, announce the Festival theme...you know, those old chestnuts. But this Winter moment... Just think – unhinged Fringe hilarity and entertainment, but in WINTER. Like with snow on the ground and stuff. We’re talking a special event involving four writers, a groovy ensemble, and two weeks to make it all happen leading to a special one-night-only-show. What could go wrong? (probably a lot) Better buy your ticket and have a grand old time.
Westbury Theatre
Hundred Footers Baby Jey Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Hyaenas Esther Forseth Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Broken Yolks Rubber Bullys Travulta Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Jeffrey Martin & Anna Tivel (co-headline) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Lindon Carter (Full Band)Liam Faucher (solo) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Loud in the Pines with Evan Stewart, Rose + Owl Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Misery Tomb Pridelands Andrechts Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Mister Bird (Canmore)Strangers & Friends Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Nebular Wave The Judge The Juror K Burwash Vadim Budman Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Edmontons 5th NoiseFest Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Petunia & The Vipers (2 sets) Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
PleasureCraft The Chores and guests Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Kaiya Kodie, Sydney Williams, Alex Dawkins, and Zoë Kruschke Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Shirley & The Pyramids w/ Puberty Well, Dot Cardigan, Open Window Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Barbara (Denver, CO) The Spanish Flies Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Stubbs & The Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
F.E.N.N & Matthew Lagace Misfortune Tellers No Such Thing As Ghost Charles Pickard Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Solanum Messiahlator Revelator Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Cinderella’s Ugly Stepsisters. This time, it’s their ball. The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous stepsiblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive? … Victims? The Spinsters is a seductive feast featuring mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. It’s a deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada.
Westbury Theatre
Waffelhouse Bella November+Esther Forseth, KAT KRYS Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
4B Harm Reduction Fundraiser Mom Weed Homemade Psycho Stadium 11 Belonging Tickets are $15 in advance, pay what you can at the door!
The Aviary
9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, is based on the 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains "otherwise engaged," the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down.
Maclab Theatre
Amy Nelson (YYC)Starpainter (YQL)Sammy Volkov (YEG) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
By Hengameh E. Rice. Directed by Brian Dooley. Presented by AuTash Productions. AuTash Productions brings a story of resistance and struggle to the Edmonton stage in what Intermission Magazine called a “biting and brave new play…the ninety-minute drama packs a mighty punch.” The Toronto Star dubbed Anahita’s Republic “an intriguing new play offering an insider perspective into gender, power and freedom in contemporary Iran.” Anahita is a woman who refuses to wear the hijab and rules her own republic where she can live, dress, and speak as she pleases. To deal with the world outside of her compound, she controls the family business and the life of her brother Cyrus. One night, on the eve of an important secret meeting between progressive leaders, a young woman in a chador comes to Anahita’s compound, carrying explosive secrets that might destroy everything Anahita has tried to build. “We glimpse in Anahita’s Republic a world filled with secrecy and betrayal wrapped in an obsessive desire for freedom. It offers up a vision of the unceasing struggle many Iranians feel between love for their country and the sacrifices this love sometimes demands.”- Brian Dooley, Director Content warning: Mature subject matter, not suitable for children under the age of 14. This play deals with issues surrounding women’s rights and their suppression. For more information please see www.anahitasrepublic.ca Click here to see content advisories Women’s rights have been subject to restrictions for many years in Iran, and there have been frequent waves of protests against those restrictions. Many women have suffered harassment and abuse. For anyone who has experienced this, some scenes and references in this play may trigger memories or responses. AuTash Productions would like to recognize the support of the Edmonton Arts Council, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and the Canada Council for the Arts. Talkbacks Talkbacks will be available after the following performances:May 21, 2023 at 1:30 PM – “Art as Impact or Art as Expression?” (Facebook link https://fb.me/e/1eVQ0StCJ)May 28, 2023 at 1:30 PM – “Staging Anahita’s Republic” Pay What You Will Tickets Pay What You Will tickets are available at every performance. ASL Interpretation The performance on May 27, 2023 at 7:30 PM will be ASL interpreted. Special Performances May 19th, 7:30 PM: PreviewMay 20th, 7:30 PM: Opening NightMay 27th, 1:30 PM: Safe Performance - Masking RequiredJune 3rd, 1:30 PM: Safe Performance - Masking Required
Backstage Theatre
Apollo Suns Purple City Disco The Static Shift Tickets $16 in advance, $25 at the door
The Aviary
Boosh Girl Dumbass The Cheeks Funeral Photo Op Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Botticelli in the Fire is a queer, fictionalized account of Sandro Botticelli’s painting of his most famous work, The Birth of Venus, by Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill. In this epic, set against the backdrop of the early Renaissance, Botticelli personally guides the audience with crude, contemporary warmth. He tells of his relationship with apprentice Leonardo daVinci, tension with the ruling Medicis, and the tides of oppression swelling from the Catholic theocracy, embodied by the charismatic and dangerous Friar Savonarola. As the Black Plague rages, Sandro grows more threatened each day by Church-driven pyres of secular art, literature, and “sodomites”. At once a glittering celebration of the spirit of queer survival and love, and abrasive study of the demonization of vice, pleasure, and sex, Botticelli in the Fire asks: What do we owe to each other in times of strife? What do we sacrifice, for love, safety, or god?
Backstage Theatre
EDMONTON MUSICAL THEATRE’s 45th YEAR-END PRODUCTION Broadway Rocks Again Directed and choreographed by Peter Mills with music direction by Brad Heintzman. Original Concept by Colin MacLean, Brad Heintzman and Steffni Ault Featuring the music of ABBA, QUEEN, Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, Journey, Whitesnake, David Lee Roth, Night Ranger, Foreigner, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, REO Speedwagon, and Billy Joel. Book by Peter Mills, based on the original musical production “Broadway Rocks”. Original script by Colin MacLean. Johnny reflects on the journey to fulfill his dream of having his own live entertainment TV show, The Johnny Platter Show. The cast and crew struggle to keep the show alive as ratings plummet. Along with the help of his producer, Karen, Johnny tries out a series of ideas to enliven the show, which either go terribly wrong or are continually shot down by Harry the TV Executive. All the while there are 3 love relationships occurring amongst the TV cast and crew: Charisse and Lance, two singers on the show, Judy and Mikey, the show’s production assistants, and Karen who secretly longs to be with Johnny. In the end the TV show and the couples risk it all to save the show and find themselves in an unexpected place.
Westbury Theatre
The Kumar Family suffers a tremendous loss when they suddenly lose their family’s matriarch. While the family gathers at Grandma Baby’s “Nine Day,” they learn a hard but necessary lesson about the root of their grief, the fortitude of their joy, and the tension that arises from everyone’s favourite card game: T’ruup Chaal. CHUMP is being workshopped from May 29 to June 11, 2023 at the Studio Theatre as part of Sue Goberdhan’s time with the CONFLUENCE Fellowship at Catalyst Theatre. A public presentation of this new work in process will be on June 11 at 7:30 PM. This piece is made possible with contributions from Catalyst Theatre, Fringe Theatre, Alpacalypse Productions, and the Canada Council for the Arts. Featuring:Andrew PrashadDamon PitcherDave AutarKenneth MohabirLeela SitahalMarvin IshmaelShaun OmaidSue Goberdhan Post Show Dinner on June 11th As part of this celebration, we would like to invite you to the CHUMP Community Dinner, immediately after the show in the Westbury Lobby! This event comes at no additional cost, and is being catered by the illustrious (and DELICIOUS) Cafe Caribbean! Caribbean joy means a lot of things; it means steadfast optimism, it means community care, but most importantly it means building a bigger table so we can all share in food that warms up the spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!
Studio Theatre
Carolyn MarkMike McDonaldTanyss NixiJody Shenkarek Tickets $12 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Clean Up Your Act Presents: The Motherfuckers Take Sides Artificial Dissemination Calder 40 Hands Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Cindy Lee Freak Heat Waves Tickets $18 advance, $22 at the door.
The Aviary
Alec Arms Yung Link Runt Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
False Body Pre-Breaker Genizah EverythingYouEverLoved Calder 40 Hands Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Francesco Rizzuto & The Paperback Violets The Bearded Dragons, Eric Yaremko Tickets $20 advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
For ONE NIGHT ONLY, curl up by the metaphorical fire for an evening of stories and shenanigans. That’s right – we're making Fringe Revue bigger and even better than before. We’re planning on two – one Holiday Special in December plus the return of our Spring Revue where we’ll announce our season, announce the Festival theme...you know, those old chestnuts. But this Winter moment... Just think – unhinged Fringe hilarity and entertainment, but in WINTER. Like with snow on the ground and stuff. We’re talking a special event involving four writers, a groovy ensemble, and two weeks to make it all happen leading to a special one-night-only-show. What could go wrong? (probably a lot) Better buy your ticket and have a grand old time.
Westbury Theatre
Hundred Footers Baby Jey Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Hyaenas Esther Forseth Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Broken Yolks Rubber Bullys Travulta Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Jeffrey Martin & Anna Tivel (co-headline) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Lindon Carter (Full Band)Liam Faucher (solo) Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Loud in the Pines with Evan Stewart, Rose + Owl Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Misery Tomb Pridelands Andrechts Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Mister Bird (Canmore)Strangers & Friends Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Nebular Wave The Judge The Juror K Burwash Vadim Budman Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Edmontons 5th NoiseFest Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Petunia & The Vipers (2 sets) Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
The Aviary
PleasureCraft The Chores and guests Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Kaiya Kodie, Sydney Williams, Alex Dawkins, and Zoë Kruschke Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Shirley & The Pyramids w/ Puberty Well, Dot Cardigan, Open Window Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
Barbara (Denver, CO) The Spanish Flies Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Stubbs & The Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary
F.E.N.N & Matthew Lagace Misfortune Tellers No Such Thing As Ghost Charles Pickard Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door.
The Aviary
Solanum Messiahlator Revelator Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door
The Aviary
Cinderella’s Ugly Stepsisters. This time, it’s their ball. The Ugly Stepsisters cordially invite you back to the Palace, just like the good old days. Doesn’t everyone love a ball? The pageantry, the elegance, the romance… but their ball, their rules, and the world’s most infamous stepsiblings are ready to dish the dirt. What scandals hide within the glittering facade? What was Cinderella really like? Are the stepsisters really vapid? Vindictive? … Victims? The Spinsters is a seductive feast featuring mesmerizing movement, magical dresses, and stunning shadow puppetry. It’s a deliciously disruptive dark comedy for adults brought to life by some of the most innovative designers and creators from across Western Canada.
Westbury Theatre
Waffelhouse Bella November+Esther Forseth, KAT KRYS Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
The Aviary