Edmonton 
Events Description
Rapid Fire Theatre is thrilled to present Wildfire, its annual teen improv festival, running February 3–15, 2026. Wildfire brings together junior high and high school improvisers from across Alberta for two weeks of high-energy performances, friendly competition, and unforgettable storytelling.
A cornerstone of youth theatre programming in the province, Wildfire celebrates creativity, collaboration, and confidence through improvisation. The festival is made up of three distinct events: Wildfire Junior, The Nosebowl High School Theatresports Tournament, and The Alberta Regionals of the Canadian Improv Games.
Wildfire Junior
The Wildfire Junior tournament is Rapid Fire Theatre’s junior high–level Theatresports competition. Junior high students from across Edmonton gather to tell stories, share jokes, and compete in a supportive, high-energy environment for the chance to win this year’s Wildfire Junior gold medal.
Designed to foster confidence, teamwork, and creative risk-taking, Wildfire Junior is often the first major improv tournament for young performers—and for many, the start of a lifelong love of theatre.
Performing Schools:
Hillcrest 1
Hillcrest 2
William D. Cuts 1
William D. Cuts 2
Nellie Carlson
Aurora
Johnny Bright 1
Johnny Bright 2
Allendale 1
Allendale 2
Kenilworth
Nosebowl
Nosebowl returns as Rapid Fire Theatre’s flagship high school Theatresports tournament, welcoming the next generation of improvisers to the stage. Known for its fast-paced scenes, bold choices, and electric audience energy, Nosebowl is a highlight of the Wildfire festival.
Teams from across Alberta compete in classic Theatresports-style matches, building skills in storytelling, collaboration, and spontaneous performance.
Performing Schools:
M.E. Lazerte
Jasper Place
Mother Margaret Mary
Archbishop Jordan 1
Archbishop Jordan 2
J.H. Picard
Dr. Anne Anderson
Homeschoolers
Archbishop Macdonald
Dr. Elder Francis Whiskeyjack 1
Dr. Elder Francis Whiskeyjack 2
Boyle Street Education Centre
Lindsay Thurber
Strathcona
Harry Ainlay
Lloydminster 1
Lloydminster 2
Canadian Improv Games – Alberta Regionals
Rapid Fire Theatre is proud to serve as Alberta’s regional producer of the Canadian Improv Games (CIG). This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Improv Games, making the 2026 tournament especially meaningful.
Rooted in the values of “loving competition,” the Alberta Regionals bring together top high school improv teams to compete for the honour of representing Alberta at CIG Nationals in Ottawa.
Performing Schools:
M.E. Lazerte
Mother Margaret Mary
Harry Ainlay
J.H. Picard
Ross Sheppard
Lindsay Thurber
Strathcona
Hunting Hills 1
Hunting Hills 2
Dr. Anne Anderson
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets :$8.77 (Student Admission) to $16.50 (General Admission)
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
February 3-15, 2026
Nosebowl Theatresports Tournament
- February 3, 4, 5, 2026 | 8:00 PM
- February 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Canadian Improv Games
- February 11 & 12, 2026 — 8:00 PM
- Finals: February 12, 2026 — 5:30 PM
Wildfire Junior
- February 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Venue & Address :
ATB Financial Arts Barns Building, Studio Theatre, 10330 84 Ave NW, Edmonton
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