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The '''Edinburgh Festival Fringe''', often referred to simply as the '''Fringe''', is the world's largest [[arts festival]]. It takes place annually in [[Edinburgh]], [[Scotland]], during the month of August. The festival features a wide array of performances, including [[theatre]], [[comedy]], [[dance]], [[circus]], [[cabaret]], [[children's shows]], [[musical theatre]], [[opera]], [[music]], [[spoken word]], and [[exhibitions]].<br />
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== History ==<br />
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe was established in 1947 as an alternative to the [[Edinburgh International Festival]]. Eight theatre companies turned up uninvited to perform at the inaugural Edinburgh International Festival and staged their shows on the fringe of the official festival. This act of defiance led to the creation of the Fringe, which has grown exponentially over the years.<br />
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== Organization ==<br />
The Fringe is an open-access festival, meaning there is no selection committee, and anyone with a story to tell and a venue willing to host them can participate. The [[Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society]] is the organization that supports the performers and venues, publishes the program, and provides services to help artists and audiences navigate the festival.<br />
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== Venues ==<br />
Performances take place in a variety of venues across Edinburgh, ranging from traditional theatres and churches to pubs, temporary structures, and even the streets. Some of the most notable venues include [[Assembly Hall]], [[Pleasance]], [[Underbelly]], and [[Gilded Balloon]].<br />
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== Impact ==<br />
The Fringe has had a significant impact on the arts, providing a platform for emerging talent and experimental works. Many well-known performers and productions have had their start at the Fringe, including [[Rowan Atkinson]], [[Stephen Fry]], and [[Phoebe Waller-Bridge]]'s [[Fleabag]].<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Edinburgh International Festival]]<br />
* [[Edinburgh]]<br />
* [[Theatre]]<br />
* [[Comedy]]<br />
* [[Dance]]<br />
* [[Music]]<br />
* [[Spoken word]]<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[List of festivals in Edinburgh]]<br />
* [[List of arts festivals]]<br />
* [[Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
{{Commons category|Edinburgh Festival Fringe}}<br />
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[[Category:Festivals in Edinburgh]]<br />
[[Category:Arts festivals]]<br />
[[Category:Annual events in Edinburgh]]<br />
[[Category:1947 establishments in Scotland]]<br />
[[Category:August events]]<br />
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