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Back in March, the Edmonton International Fringe Festival announced it was experiencing serious financial trouble and did not know what the future held. Just last week, that all changed, as the festival revealed it has met its fundraising goal. Megan Dart, the executive director of the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, joined Global News at...

The Vancouver Fringe Festival is pleading for help. The organization has been forced to make major cutbacks, and now it’s making an urgent call to survive. As Cassidy Mosconi reports, the future of the event is uncertain.

It’s a new year and a new theme for the 43rd annual Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival. While unveiling this year’s theme, organizers also updated the fundraising efforts launched earlier this year in a bid to keep the festival going. Jaclyn Kucey has the latest.

She is best known for her recurring role as Rachel Heinemann on Larry David’s Curb Your Enthusiasm. She is an award-winning actor, director, comic, and bestselling author. She is now coming to Montreal with her new solo show as part of the Fringe Festival. Comic Iris Bahr joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella to...

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A dance showcase happening in Calgary is celebrating equitable access to fine arts education. As Joelle Tomlinson reports, it empowers young dancers through vibrant performances.

One day after the Fringe Festival expressed serious concerns over its future, other arts festivals and organizations have come forward expressing similar sentiments. Fiscal problems are getting worse and that could have serious impacts. Jaclyn Kucey reports.

It’s one the city’s top festivals but there are some serious concerns about the future of the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival. The 11-day event has run into some financial difficulties and as Jaclyn Kucey reports, if they don’t get support, expect some major changes.

Sunday night marked the opening of this year’s Kelowna Fringe Festival. Sydney Morton gives us a sneak peek at some of the performances that are set to be staged this week.

Get ready for prom season with style expert Lisa Kisber as she brings red carpet glamour straight from the Cannes Film Festival! Discover prom-perfect looks, from superhero-inspired whites to sparkling sequins, chic bows, and elegant wine hues which will have you looking like the belle of the ball.

Thai locals and foreign tourists were splashed and sprayed with water in the streets of Bangkok on Friday for the annual Songkran festival, a celebration to ring in the Thai New Year. From water guns to balloons to buckets, attendees use whatever is available at their disposal to soak friends, family members and random passersby....

The inaugural Brand New Stages Festival kicks off in Peterborough at the end of February, bringing professional theatre productions to the city, over four days. Caley Bedore has more on the event is in this edition of Out & About. Photo Courtesy: New Stages Theatre

In this Monday, March 18, 2024 edition of Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton with Carole Anne Devaney and Quinn Ohler, skyrocketing expenses threaten the future of Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, Alberta tables life lease bill to mandate return of funds as families wait for millions to be paid out, and Edmonton’s fire department...

“Music has really been a force at women’s festivals and protests and rallies to bring women together…” On #InternationalWomensDay2024, curator Julia Peristerakis talks about the ‘Beyond the Beat’ music series at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

A chairlift at Big White Ski Resort had to be evacuated following an operational issue. SilverStar Ski Resort was forced to close several runs amid warm weather and rain. Fringe Festival kicks off in Kelowna.

Art, food, music, theatre and dance parties. Montreal is the place to be this weekend as the city rings in its 21st edition of Nuit Blanche all night long. As Elizabeth Zogalis reports, parts of the city will become a giant playground for visitors and a great place to kick-off spring break festivities.

We kickstart our Lunar New Year festivities with a tantalizing journey into the heart of Asian cuisine! Top Chef Canada judge Mijune Pak guides us through the culinary wonders of this auspicious occasion, shedding light on the significance of traditional dishes and sharing secrets to bring luck and prosperity to your table.

In Europe, Christmas markets bring everything we love about the season into one place; caroling, holiday goodies and drinks and plenty of festive spirit. Roland Van Meurs with AMA Travel joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton with all the details. Sponsored by AMA.

While Christmas is in the past, many of your holiday feasts are still sitting in the fridge. But as you take a look — and a sniff at the aging remnants of your festive meal — you may be wondering if it’s still good to eat. Well, Global’s Dan Spector has your back. He spoke...

The holiday season is a time for family and friends to reconnect as people gather to enjoy the festivities, food and in some cases, gift exchanges as well. As Sean Previl reports, while the season can be difficult for some, here’s how Canadians can go about bringing some holiday cheer to seniors’ lives and to...