From Workshop to Stardust: Space Queen’s Journey Unveiled at Victoria Fringe Festival Aaron Nickol’s Space Queen blends sci-fi, drag, and Indigenous storytelling into a retro-futurist vision of queer survival and resistance. Workshopped at Victoria Fringe, it’s already brimming with promise as it prepares to expand into a full production next year.

🚀👑 Previewing Aaron Nickol’s #sci-fi #drag #musical Space Queen at #yyjfringe. Queer survival, Indigenous storytelling & cosmic cabaret vibes—headed for a full production in 2026! #yyjarts #theatre @intrepidtheatre

Fringe Show 19 - Origins of the Coast

A live action adventure in another place, one of magic and whimsy, we are invited to meet the citizens of this other place. Magical and very fringy, this was a delightful journey to end my fringe 2025! #YYJ #YYJFringe

Fringe show 18 - A Waste of Stage Time!

In what was totally not a waste of stage time, we laughed, we sang, we learned about recycling from a whole new perspective. #YYJ #YYJFringe

Fringe show 17 - Beth and Josie Exposed

Part of a bigger conversation about our community and how we’re all a bit broken, this was a heavy conversation that asked much of its performers and asked the audience to connect in a deep way. #YYJFringe #YYJ #Storytelling

Fringe Show 16 - Ducks!

Maybe it’s because I’m formerly an Albertan, maybe it’s because I’m a government employee, but this rambunctious political comedy had me laughing until I teared up!
Bravo all! #yyjfringe #YYJArts #LocalArt

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Fringe Show 15 - Evie and Alfie: a Very British Love Story

Alex Dallas and Jimmy Hogg were dynamite in their respective solo shows, together they have created a beautiful, loving, and hilarious story of the life of a couple. This is such a real love story, totally charming ❤️ #YYJ #YYJFringe

A character dressed in khaki and a Tilly hat raises a double thumbs up to the audience.

Fringe show 14 - Enrichment Hour

What would the critters in the zoo say at an open mic night? Well, some are sweet, some are edgy, and some are heartbreaking.

We get to know some of the most beloved and reviled animals at the zoo through their poetry and songs - and it’s a blast! #YYJFringe #YYJ

Three improvisers are in dark t shirts, in a grassy area with concrete steps and a wall covered in graffiti

Fringe Show 13 - That’s Gonna Leave a Mark

This improv show feels a bit like an inside joke but I defy you not to find something that makes you crack up. These are three clever improvisers and they have a hell of a lot of chemistry. A fun night and a very fringy improv show! #yyjfringe #YYJ #Improv

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Fringe show 12 - The Disney Delusion

A very funny look at one man’s coming out story and falling in lust with the wrong person. Funny, honest, and self-deprecating.

Lots of teeth grittingly-awkward moments, and moments of honest self reflection, but mostly one hell of a story. #YYJ #YYJFringe

The stage is set with two trunks, one open to reveal a puppy puppet, mirror and poster on a stand.

Fringe show 11- The Magical World of Ventriloquism.

A lovely, earnest look at what it takes to bring the magic out of puppets. A little stiff in the delivery about the how-to, but lots of joy when the puppets were live!
#YYJ #YYJFringe #ventriloquist

Fringe show 10 - Voices of Every Woman. Behind the statistics are the stories of every woman, hurt, sometimes killed, and left behind by the systems that failed to protect them.
So glad they came to share their art! #yyjfringe

Fringe show 9 - Candy Roberts is LARRY. A high energy performance that never dipped for a second. Lots of laughs, but I’m not sure I “got” this one. #yyjfringe #YYJ #I’mPrincipalSkinner

Fringe show 7: Joan Bessie Cabaret. Despite strong performers I didn’t connect strongly with this, maybe an evening show would be a better fit! #YYJFringe #YYJArts #LocalArts

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Fringe Show 6: Space Queen

A workshop piece that has so much potential. A beautiful performer with lots to look forward to in coming iterations! #yyjfringe #YYJArts #Theatre #LocalArts

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Fringe show 5: Lady in the Fountain. Wow! Sweet, sexy, and an absolute dynamite performer. Loved this one! #YYJ #yyjfringe #LocalArts #Theatre

A picture of the opening slide of the performance, which features a map of Sierra Leone c.1980

Fringe show 4: Rethinking Good Intentions. A touching and thoughtful look at healthcare approaches around the world. Brought with humility and wisdom, this quiet show has much to offer! #YYJFringe #YYJArts #Arts

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Fringe Show 3: Useless

A country divided, a radicalized actor, an assassination. Obviously, a recipe for a good laugh?

Melissa Blank offers a high-spirited performance and more laughs than you could expect in this clever show! #Fringe #yyjfringe #YYJArts

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First up for Victoria fringe: Hey Poopchik! A little raunchier than I expected but a good laugh with my new favourite baba ❤️ #YYJFringe #Fringe #YYJArts

My personal fringe tradition is picking my most fun earrings to wear! If I can I match it to the show I’m seeing :) #YYJ #ArtsYYJ #Fringe #YYJFringe

A countdown screen showing Fringe Fest 2025! With 12 days to go

SOON #YYJFringe #YYJtheatre #LocalArts