2 w. ago Calgary man faces $9 million in penalties for Ponzi scheme, Alberta Securities Commission says

Case was described as a classic Ponzi scheme, disguised as a modern trading success story

Economics

3 w. ago Fringe Review: The Routine combines meditative silence with utter mastery

Throughout this Fringe I’ve seen brilliant musicals, extended stand up routines, stunning improv and heartbreaking confessionals ... man are we ever lucky to have the Fringe

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Motherhood the Musical is an amazing performance brought down by poor acoustics

The Wetaskiwin-based Waterworks Players put on a literal singing clinic, all five actors working absolute wonders with the material

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Old Man Sallow Who Lives at Crypt Rock, silly, energetic

I loved this thing. It was silly, absurd and energetic. The casting was perfect, and the ensemble felt strangely familiar, in a good way

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: I’m Actually Right About Everything is a bisexual love story for the modern ages

Tracy brings along with her on this retelling of her life, captivating the audience with her smile and honest reflections

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Victor & Victoria's Terrifying Tales of Terrible Things a treat

Victor & Victoria’s Terrifying Tale of Terrible Things 4 stars out of 5 Stage 11, Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave. Victor and Victoria are twins — a precocious pair of highly imaginative children who have been left alone while their parents are out of town. Tucked into an off-kilter bed made with skull sheets and […]

Events

3 w. ago Fringe Review: Rat Academy 2 improves on already stellar original

Here’s hoping the show will be part of the Fringe holdover series, to be announced Aug. 22 at noon

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Neurohilarity a hilarious celebration of differences

Overall, it was a fun romp, and it’s a show you could see more than once, since guest artists rotate

Economics

3 w. ago Fringe Review: Sit and unburden yourself at Bangs, Bobs and Banter: Confessions of a Hairstylist

Nikki’s salon is absolutely hopping, a steady stream of clientele looking for everything from a quick clip to a more serious colour correction

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Funny commentary in A Comedy Show at the End of the World

Jon Blair’s one-man show makes a lot of apt commentary about the world as we know it

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Chase Padgett: How to Play Guitar (Poorly) a meditation on mentors and masculinity

Using his music career as the through line, he deftly explores growing up, grief and loss

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Multiple Neurosis one of Fringe 2025's most vulnerable and honest shows

For one hour, Karin Fekko shares with brutal honesty and shamelessness her experiences of living with multiple sclerosis after getting diagnosed 20 years ago

Economics

3 w. ago Fringe Review: The List: A Traumady About Probiotic Masculinity

The entry point of Serry’s play is just the tip of the iceberg, as he guides you through an early life filled with constant turmoil and tragedy

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Operatic Macbeth not for everyone but vastly rewarding

It’s almost like they’re the ghosts of Macbeth, Banquo, Duncan and Lady Macbeth, forced to reenact their tragedy every day

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Three Ladies spill the comedic tea in this afternoon delight

The trio had excellent comedic timing and chemistry as they found humour in topics like menopause, social circle scandals, and their relationships with their mothers

Events

3 w. ago Fringe Review: Undiscovered Country a painful, comedic music tale

Though Undiscovered Country is a work of fiction, it feels real

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Alberta Hospital for the Insane dark, deeply felt

It’s unblinking, deeply felt, and very surreal

Science

3 w. ago Fringe Review: Anne Zander is MOTHER and the most awkward clown ever

Zander is the master of awkward comedy, a clown who will stare you down until you are on the floor laughing

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: It's Just You & Me a beautifully inventive dance show

Nobody needs to know anything about contemporary dance to understand why the audience loved this Viva Dance show

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3 w. ago Fringe Review: Sing a song and share a laugh with Dead in the Water

It’s an absolutely uproarious romp through the life of a middle-aged British woman

Events