Brian Paisley's Legacy Lives On | Edmonton News

Brian Paisley, the visionary founder of the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, has passed away after a 42-day battle with severe pneumonia, leaving behind a global legacy. Inspired by Edinburgh, he launched the festival in 1982 — which has since inspired Fringe festivals across the U.S., Australia, and the Netherlands — and is now celebrating its 45th anniversary. His first year saw 45 theatre groups and 7,500 attendees, a surprise that fueled decades of growth. The festival, running August 13–23, will honor his enduring spirit and the vibrant communities he helped ignite worldwide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/437d88abb9ff7488