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iPhoto caption: An Ottawa Fringe event. Photo by Erik Stolpmann.

REVIEW: Ottawa Fringe delivers geese, gloves, potholes, and more

The opening weekend of the 2026 Ottawa Fringe Festival was a grey and rainy one, but the festival's energy wasn’t dampened.

By Madeleine Vigneron / Jun 26, 2026
iPhoto caption: A promo shot for the 2026 Toronto Fringe Festival. Photo by Robbie Harper.

Toronto Fringe reveals 2026 programming

Summer is on the horizon, and that means the Toronto Fringe Festival is too. The annual event’s 38th edition spans 13 days and features 123 shows in 27 venues across the city.

By Liam Donovan / Jun 3, 2026
Staircase Theatre in Hamilton. iPhoto caption: Photo of Staircase Theatre by Aleena Faisal.

REVIEW: Hamilton Fringe Festival 2025

For this set of reviews, I’ve tried to capture the breadth of this year’s theatrical offerings, visiting nearly half of the festival's venues to take in productions ranging from new dramas and musical comedies to experimental collaborations with technology.

By Charlotte Lilley / Jul 22, 2025
iPhoto caption: The cast of 'Playground' at the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival. Photo by Colleen Yates.

2025 Toronto Fringe Festival wraps with record revenue for artists

“Artists are taking home more than half-a-million dollars, and many have sold out their first shows as professional creators,” wrote Toronto Fringe executive director Rachel Kennedy in a press release. “We are proud of our staff, volunteers, and artists for this accomplishment.”

By Krystal Abrigo / Jul 18, 2025