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Performance Performance

Nighttime photo of five performers of various genders & ethnicities, wearing colourful costumes, standing side by side as they strike fun poses in an alleyway between old red brick buildings.

Toronto Fringe Festival 2026

The 2026 Toronto Fringe Festival (TOFringe) runs from Tue, Jun. 30 – Sun, Jul. 12, 2026 – with over 123 shows at 27 venues. Whether you’re a fan of comedy, drama, puppet shows, musicals, shows for kids or storytelling – there’s something that’s bound to capture your imagination. We put together some festival highlights, including Q&As with their creators.

A vintage illustration of a grand theatre from several centuries ago during a performance. The audience is watching from boxes on several floors.

Theatre Series – part 1: Choosing what to go see

So you’ve decided that you want to get out to see some theatre – awesome! But with so many choices, how do you pick what to see? In this first post in our Theatre Series, we’re here to help with some points to consider, starting with the main types of theatre.