WHAT IS FRINGE?
The KC Fringe Festival 2024 is the largest celebration of arts and culture in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Returning live for its 20th season for a two-week explosion of performance, film, visual arts exhibitions and events that showcase the work of local, national and international artists. The mostly volunteer-run organization has been supporting artists, cultivating creators and attracting adventurous audiences since July 2005.
KC Fringe offers opportunities to get up-close-and-personal with artists who are creating—and experimenting with—theater, dance, film, music and visual arts. KC Fringe Festival offerings are non-juried and non-censored. Artists and performers are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Our Mission
The mission of KC Fringe is to attract diverse people, nurture artists, and strengthen Kansas City economically through producing educational, cultural, accessible, and affordable events that connect audiences, artists, businesses, and civic organizations.
Our Vision
The vision of KC Fringe is vital to our city and region: to create community, encourage creative self-expression, and to connect local, professional, and emerging artists with audiences. This weaving together of creativity and business boosts the KC economy and connects people from across the metro area. Our events help neighborhood arts organizations build audiences, businesses attract new customers and artists forge new collaborations. KC Fringe is helping to establish Kansas City as a major destination for arts enthusiasts.
Inclusivity Statement
KC Fringe is committed to provide a respectful, safe environment free from harassment, violence, discrimination, bullying, and abuse. We will not tolerate participation in activities or behaviors that discriminate on the ground of race, gender, age, marital status, religious beliefs, citizenship, mental and physical abilities or sexual orientation.
We provide opportunities for everyone to contribute and participate in all events and activities whenever possible and all community members are to be treated with respect and dignity.
We seek to expand our reach to fight against injustices and become a more welcoming and equitable place for everyone to enjoy the performing arts.
Accessibility Statement
All of our venues are wheelchair accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact us one week in advance at accessibility@kcfringe-org.us.stackstaging.com for additional support at the venue.
KC FRINGE FESTIVAL
P.O. Box 415001
Kansas City, MO 64141-5001
