Fringe Festival Off to a Great Start!

Since Friday, theatre patrons have been lining up several times a day at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Old Strathcona for the Edmonton International Fringe Festival.

The Rev. Danielle Key, rector of HTAC, says the Fringe this year has been “gloriously chaotic in the best ways! Busy, happy people, great shows - what more could we ask for?”

Church and community members like Annie Randall, parish coordinator for young adults, newcomers and social justice (pictured greeting audience members at the door), have welcomed performers and audiences to 13 performances over the 10-day festival.

It takes many helping hands to run the Trinity Tea Room, front of house and concession. “So many members of the community stepped forward to fill the gaps, which has been a tremendous blessing,” says Danielle.

Talking with patrons and actors is always a highlight for Danielle. She has been taking shifts in the Cheer Tent alongside her husband Rob Key, and their daughter Emily is once again serving tea and scones in the tea room.

“It is heartwarming and beautiful to bear witness to so many unique individuals coming together with their shared love of the arts,” she says.

Check out the Fringe website for info on all the performances (Holy Trinity is Venue 21). 

Of the four Fringe shows we attended on Sunday, Kentucky native Stewart Huff’s comedy routine on the Holy Trinity Sanctuary Stage was a favourite.