by Ottawa Fringe
June 30, 2013
Congratulations to the following performers and companies, who after deliberation by the Ottawa Fringe jury panel, have been recognized for their exceptional productions and performances. Capital Critics’ Choice: La voix humaine (Opera 5) Honourable mentions: 6 Guitars (Chase Padgett); The Show Must Go On (Random Samples Collective) Outstanding overall production: We Glow (Theatre 4.669) Outstanding ensemble performance: Passages (Caithream Celtic Dance… Read More
by Ottawa Fringe
June 30, 2013
Seems impossible that, grooving to The PepTides, this Ottawa Fringe kicked off a distant 11 nights ago. And with closing night upon us, I couldn’t help but wish for 11 more. Having not had the opportunity to catch a handful of shows on my initial wishlist (and several more added), I’ll live with more regret… Read More
by Alain Richer
June 30, 2013
It’s been said before but it bears repeating: the Fringe couldn’t wouldn’t happen without the hard work and dedication of our fantastic volunteer base. If you see a volunteer around today, give them a big hug and a thank you!
by Alain Richer
June 29, 2013
The numbers have been crunched, and we’re ready to announce the 2013 Ottawa Fringe Festival Metro BEST IN FEST winners. The top selling show in each of the four main venues will receive an extra performance at 9:00 (for venues in Arts Court) or 9:30 pm (for venues in the Department of Theatre at the… Read More
by Alain Richer
June 29, 2013
Just over 24 hours left to Fringe. But we have one more piece of business to attend to before we say goodbye to 2013: the Metro BEST IN FEST announcement. Come down to the Courtyard tonight at 10:00 pm to hear the news…
by Ottawa Fringe
June 28, 2013
Sunday June 30th, the Festival’s top selling shows stage a round of encore performances. One company from each venue, Metro Best of Fest artists will be announced online and in the Fringe Courtyard, the night of Saturday June 29th. Based solely on box office sales, the Metro Best of Fest is essentially decided by the… Read More
by Alain Richer
June 28, 2013
Summer long weekends are for drinking beer. And what goes better with beer than a pizza? And what’s the best kind of pizza? FREE PIZZA! Congratulations to the following Fringers, all of whom tweeted reviews and through a very detailed, rigorous, and well thought our process (read: randomly selected) have each won a pizza, courtesy… Read More
by Alain Richer
June 28, 2013
Friday! Friday! (fun fun fun fun) Last weekend of Fringe. One more chance to cram in all those great shows you’ve been hearing about. Time to make some tough decisions on what you won’t be able to see. Also: partying partying. (yeah!) WHAT’S HOT Hot shows and sell outs last night included the final performance… Read More
by Alain Richer
June 27, 2013
The long weekend is 24 hours away (I’m assuming you’re all leaving early tomorrow). Here’s what we’re up to at the Fringe over the next three (!) days…
by Ottawa Fringe
June 27, 2013
Pictures from the photo booth are online! Thanks, Andrew.