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122D AGO

Fringe show 'Gander Euphoria' celebrates queer joy with geese

The Lighter Touch Art Collective's comedic play runs at LabO through June 28, with audience participation, camp energy, and standing...

122D AGO

Civil War exhibition at Canadian War Museum reveals Canada's hidden role

"Close to Conflict" explores how the American Civil War shaped Canadian politics, military, identity, and international relations—and...

123D AGO

Thandizo Joy's neo-soul rap crosses the generation gap

"A Little Death" blends tight harmonies, feminist lyrics, and the story of a woman caught between heartbreak and a new love at Fringe.

123D AGO

Samantha Adams mines grief with dark humour at Fringe

"Completely Forgettable" unpacks being overlooked through sharp vignettes about loss, identity, and family — a relatable solo show.

123D AGO

Improvised telenovela takes the stage at Fringe

Diane Jorge plays all the characters in a long-form improv show that spins audience volunteers' stories into melodrama.

124D AGO

Small Fish returns to Fringe with sharper jokes and catchier songs

The comedy duo's back at the Ottawa Fringe Festival with refined sketches, tighter timing, and audience interaction that surprises.

124D AGO

Fringe review: Inhuman Resources traps you in office hell

60-minute tragicomedy about three coworkers stuck in a surreal corporate dystopia; a standout Fringe entry exploring labour exploitation...

124D AGO

Fringe review: Schrödinger's Lottery Ticket plays with chance

50-minute dramedy explores affordability and sacrifice through two friends debating a winning lottery ticket at an eclipse; running...

124D AGO

Improv musical BELT never plays the same show twice

The troupe transforms two audience-suggested words into a full improvised musical complete with live instruments.

124D AGO

Ottawa's early-show trend is reshaping nightlife

Dance parties and live music venues shift start times hours earlier, catching patrons with families and busier schedules.

125D AGO

Time loop traps high school king, explores identity

Pigeon Hole Productions' Fringe entry uses a familiar coming-of-age formula with a fantastical twist to explore belonging and mental health.

125D AGO

Aliya Kanani channels self-discovery through comedy

The standup veteran mines her journey through ashrams and enlightenment quests for laughs at Ottawa Fringe.