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Photo of Katie Yoner and Dayna Lea Hoffmann by Marc Chalifoux. iPhoto caption: Photo of Katie Yoner and Dayna Lea Hoffmann by Marc Chalifoux.

REVIEW: North America’s biggest fringe festival happens in Edmonton — and the atmosphere is invigorating

Every August, the Edmonton International Fringe Festival transforms the popular historic neighbourhood of Old Strathcona into an 11-day street party. Multiple blocks become pedestrian-only. Food trucks whip up greasy food. A kids’ stage hosts family-friendly theatre. Beer tents flourish. World-class street performers attract crowds of passersby. 

By Liam Donovan / Aug 29, 2025
A collage of photos from the productions reviewed iPhoto caption: Photos courtesy of the productions photographed. From L-R, top to bottom: The Apartment, MONKS, the bluffs, Colonial Circus, Rat Academy, Remembrance, Koli Kari, Escape From Toronto, and Sheila The Musical.

Toronto Fringe’s New Young Reviewers 2024 | Round One

The first round of reviews from the Toronto Fringe's New Young Reviewers program is here!

By Toronto Fringe New Young Reviewers Program / Jul 11, 2024