Vancouver Fringe Festival

The Fringe employs an “everyone is welcome” selection technique—the Mainstage shows are literally drawn out of a hat, giving all artists, from novice to veteran, a chance to participate.

The Bring Your Own Venue (BYOV) category allows artists to stage original work in unconventional places.

The Fringe strives to break down traditional boundaries and encourage open dialogue between audiences and artists by presenting live un-juried, uncensored theatre in an accessible and informal environment.

[4] Increased professional standards have resulted in the Fringe introducing programs such as its "Dramatic Works Series".

[1] The COVID-19 pandemic forced changes for the 2020 season, which featured online events and limited in-person performances.