Panel Discussions

Fringe Deaf Artist Lottery

Thursday, March 6th, 2025
5 PM to 6 PM MT / 7 PM to 8 PM ET
Live at the Backstage Theatre lobby AND streamed online via Zoom
FREE - no ticket required

A panel discussion with Murray Utas, Artistic Director of the Edmonton Fringe Festival, discussing their new initiative, the Fringe Deaf Artists Lottery. Designed to increase engagement and opportunities for Deaf artists both within Edmonton and across Canada, Murray will talk about the process application, along with the impact of this new opportunity and also how other Fringes across the country will also adopt it.

This panel takes place in-person and will be live streamed online.

To access the live streaming link, click here: https://www.fringetheatre.ca/stream/

What is Music?

Friday, March 7th, 2025
5 PM to 6 PM
Live at Backstage Theatre lobby
FREE - no ticket required

This interactive panel, led by Cai Glover and Juan Jaramillo, invites participants into a meaningful dialogue about what music represents from a Deaf perspective. Through open conversation and shared experiences, the discussion will explore how music goes beyondsound—becoming a multi-sensory, cultural, and emotional experience through vibration, movement, rhythm, and visual storytelling.

The workshop aims to challenge traditional perceptions of music and highlight the creativity, resilience, and rich cultural identity of the Deaf community. Panelists will share their personal journeys, artistic expressions, and the unique ways they connect with music, fostering a deeper understanding of inclusivity and accessibility in the arts.

Perfect for artists, performers, and anyone interested in exploring how music can be felt, seen, and expressed in ways that transcend sound.