Sir Fringe-a-lot

By Lina Harper • June 13, 2011 5:17 am EDT

This weekend’s Hedwig and the Angry Inch at the Montreal Fringe Festival was brilliant. Antonio Bavaro played the role with subtle nuance and ultimate grace. Lots more to come, so check it out. Also check out the Infringement Festival. Unlike the Fringe, anyone can get in, and it does not cost the usual $500 to do the fest. #ARTSFAIL

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