What is the fringe festival?
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The Fringe Festival, specifically the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, is the world's largest platform for creative freedom, allowing anyone to participate regardless of experience. It began in 1947 when uninvited theatre groups staged their own shows alongside an official arts festival, and it remains an open-access, cross-art form event that unites artists globally.
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Inside Scotland's Fringe Festival
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- The Edinburgh Festival Fringe began after World War II as an alternative to the official arts festival. 30s
- The festival is open to all, with no selection or curation, allowing anyone to perform. 54s
- Notable successes from the Fringe include 'Fleabag' and the musical 'Six.' 1m 31s
- Performers value the festival for its immersive, intimate, and minimalist productions. 2m 46s
- The Fringe hosts over 3,800 shows, bringing together artists from around the world. 5m 12s
