Vancouver just can’t get enough Fringe Theatre—that’s why there are Fringe holdovers after the Festival! From September 21 through 25, the Public Market Pick of the Fringe will be held at a new venue this year, Performance Works on Granville Island. Pick shows got people talking in lineups, at the Big Rock Brewery Fringe Bar, and online—and they received rave reviews—so we just have to bring them back for another performance! And without further adieu, the Public Market Pick of the Fringe winners are: |
Charlatan! “Watching Charlatan! is a lot like using a Ouija board when you’re a teenager. Times about 10,000. What he does is jaw-dropping. I have zero idea how he does it.” —Colin Thomas,the Georgia Straight Wednesday, September 21 at 7:00pm |
And Bella Sang With Us “Extremely polished and a decided cut above the usual Fringe fare.” —Jo Ledingham, the Vancouver Courier Wednesday, September 21 at 8:45pm |
The After After Party “I called Hoffman and Mabberley comedy goddesses back in 2014. I am even more in awe of their skills in this new iteration. The best of the fest.” —Mark Robins, Vancouver Presents Thursday, September 22 at 8:45pm |
Curious Contagious “A trippy experience that’s full of witty flourishes ... there’s no denying the skill at work in this epic, microscopic adventure.” —Kathleen Oliver, the Georgia Straight Friday, September 23 at 5:00pm |
Sink or Swim “A charmer. Full of warmth and humour ... these are evocative tales and songs with wonderful lyrics.” —Monika Forberger, Entertainment Vancouver Saturday, September 24 at 6:50pm |
Carry On: A Musical “The production bristles with energy ... If you like musical comedies with a range of character insights, situation insights, and a cheerful ending, you’ll like this.” —Plank Magazine Saturday, September 24 at 9:00pm |
Don’t Forget the Pick Plus: September 22-25The Fringe is also hosting the Pick Plus, Fringe hits that are so good we brought them back from Fringe’s past or from other Fringe Fests! Tickets are $25. Visitvancouverfringe.com/pickplus for details. |
One Woman Sex and the City: A Parody of Love, Friendships and Shoes: All our favourite characters come to life as they brunch, banter, argue, and swoon over men and Manolos. From “Fringe god” TJ Dawe (Marathon, Burn Job) and Kerry Ipema (PostSecret: the Show), this tribute takes audiences through a laughter-infused version of each season of the beloved show. ★★★★ “Sharp satire and sassy asides in this breakneck riff through all six seasons.” —CBC Thursday, September 22 at 6:45pm |
Peter vs Chris: Who’s funnier, Peter or Chris? Three time Canadian Comedy Award winning duo Peter n’ Chris are butting heads! Only this time, it’s the LAST time! ★★★★★ “A brilliant performance you won’t want to see end.” —Now Toronto Friday, September 23 at 8:45pm |
The New Conformity: Told through tightly choreographed prop manipulation, martial arts, and physical theatre, The New Conformity shines a light on the comfort of conformity versus the freedom of individuality. ★★★★ “This team of jugglers bring their A game from start to finish.” —Edmonton Sun Sunday, September 25 at 5:45pm |
God is a Scottish Drag Queen IV: Vancouver’s favourite deity returns with an all new show! God, dressed in a floral power suit is back to skewer everything from politics to the platypus in an unforgettable new hour of comedy! ★★★★★ “It is hard not to be struck by how long and loud, not to mention frequent, the laughs are at one of Mike Delamont’s performances of God is a Scottish Drag Queen.” —Winnipeg Free Press Sunday, September 25 at 7:30pm All Pick Plus shows will be presented at Performance Works, located at 1218 Cartwright Street on Granville Island. Tickets are $25 each and are available at vancouverfringe.com. Partial proceeds from Pick and Pick Plus shows go to support the Vancouver Fringe Festival and tickets are on sale now! |