New this year (well, what’s not, with dozens of Fringe plays being premiered?) Courtyard programming includes heaping handfuls of free concerts and parties.  If you’re an Elwins fan (if not, why not?) mark your calendars now for 27 June.  Catch The PepTides at the Ottawa Fringe kick-off party (19 June) or StillNative on Canada Day. See here… Read More

With yesterday’s official launch of the 2013 Ottawa Fringe Festival I officially declare Shameless Self Promotion Season – OPEN! This blog, of course, will be a big part of that. We’ll begin our 10 Days of Fringe Previews on Monday. But for the keeners among you (you know who you are) why not spend the… Read More

Staging 54 productions and 300+ performances at 14 downtown venues, the Festival’s 17th season runs between June 19th and July 1st. OTTAWA-GATINEAU, May 29, 2013 – This morning marks the launch of Ottawa’s largest theatre festival in a year that includes 300+ performances at 14 downtown venues, June 19th through July 1st.  Programmed by a… Read More

A spicy fundraiser for the Ottawa Fringe Festival. More than 10 curries by Ottawa restaurants and chefs. Let your taste buds crown a champion curry. See event details.

Volunteers see the Festival for free.  Rather, every 4-hour shift is a show pass for you.  With the vibe around Arts Court during 10 days of June, it’s no surprise that many volunteers find the energy to contribute daily shifts (and see shows every day). More than 100 volunteers have registered, to date.  Several new positions… Read More

Les Prix Rideau Awards are Ottawa-Gatineau’s annual professional theatre awards.  During June, the organization’s adjudicators will be about the Ottawa Fringe Festival.  Tomorrow is your last day to submit a production to the Prix Rideau Awards committee.  Learn more about the annual awards gala and submit your Fringe production. 2012 Ottawa Fringe performers nominated for… Read More