Anything. Seriously. Solo shows, ensemble pieces, storytelling, stand-up, dance, movement, puppetry, drag, magic, physical theatre, musical theatre, things you can’t quite define yet—it’s all fair game. If it’s live and you can perform it within our guidelines, you’re welcome.

*Guidelines: While shows are uncensored, artists may not include illegal activity or content that promotes hate, violence, or discrimination.

These restrictions respect the law, maintain an inclusive and safe environment, and ensure all artists and audiences can participate without harm. Outside of these, artists have creative control — there's no censorship for content like mature themes, nudity, audience participation, or political commentary.

Nope. Fringe is open-access. That means everyone has an equal shot. Artists are selected by lottery, not by a panel of judges. We don’t program based on theme, content, or credentials. If you get in, you’re in.

There is no application fee, and those who are selected by lottery pay a flat registration fee of $250, which helps cover venue, tech, admin, and marketing support. After that, you keep 100% of your box office revenue. We don’t take a cut.

We require shows to be 45–60 minutes long.

The Yukon Fringe is a scaled-down, low-tech, simply-basics type of production. No black boxes, sound boards or lighting panels. Our Fringe venues consist entirely of unconventional spaces, some larger, some smaller, some bizarre. We’ll work with you to match you to one that best suits your show. Your venue will have basic lighting, very basic sound, seating, volunteers, and possibly a technician. 

Yes - to an extent. Our venues will be low-tech and you may need to scale down your tech requirements, depending on your show. This is your chance to get creative and deliver a bare-bones version of your production! A volunteer or technician will be available to run your show based on simplified lighting and sound cues. More information will be available as shows are selected in the lottery.

Each company or artist will typically get 5 performances across the four-day festival. 

We’ll include your show in the official program and festival website, and we’ll promote the festival as a whole—but you’re responsible for marketing your own show during the festival. We do provide helpful resources, artist meetups, and tips to help you hit the ground running.

Yes! We love a good pop-up. Busking, promo bits, and teaser performances are welcome at our Free Public Stage downtown at Festival HQ (within agreed guidelines). Great way to get audiences hyped and curious.

Yes—but with some limits.

You’re welcome to perform in, direct, or support other people’s shows in addition to your own, as long as you can manage the time commitment. Many artists get involved in multiple productions during a festival, and that kind of cross-pollination is part of the Fringe spirit.

However, individuals or companies may only apply to produce one show. That means you can’t submit multiple applications under different project titles. If you’re producing a piece, that’s your one official entry in the lottery.

One important note: we can’t accommodate individual scheduling requests. If you're involved in more than one show, it’s your responsibility to make sure you’re available for all performances. The festival will assign time slots and venues based on overall logistics, not personal availability.

Perfect. Fringe is built for emerging artists, new ideas, first-timers, and anyone ready to take a creative leap. You’ll be in great company, and have lots of support. 

It happens. But here, flopping isn't failure—it’s part of the process. Audiences are adventurous, and artists are supportive. Every show teaches you something. And honestly? Some of the best stories come from the weirdest nights.

Our application period is open from the start of January to the start of April for the upcoming October festival. Keep an eye on our website or social media for exact dates.

When applications open, submit your info via a link on our website to the online form, and cross your fingers for that sweet, sweet lottery luck. Your chances depend on how many applicants there are in your category (i.e. Yukon-based or out-of-territory).

The initial application process is pretty simple! There is no application fee, and only those shows drawn by lottery to participate will pay the registration fee. To apply, follow the link to the application form and provide:

• producer name (main contact) and contact info; 

• company name or name of collective; 

• working title of show; 

• short description (50-100 words); 

• show length and format (solo, ensemble, movement-based, comedy, puppet, multi‑media, etc.)