Just Felice Makes Friends

Like magic? Like Fringe? Magician Felice Ling uses her magic to make friends - literally. NPR's Arun Rath describes this show as "unique,” “endearing,” and “After seeing lots of magicians with polish and displaying superhuman skills, it’s nice to see one who is so human.” Well. If that isn’t an endorsement, what is?

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Mind Blown 🤯 4
See It Again ♻️ 3
Laughed So Hard I Cried 😂 3
2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 20, 2026, 12:57 a.m.
♻️
See It Again

This is the best fringe show I have seen in years. When Felice comes back to the uk I will definitely go and see her show. The show is funny and clever - buy tickets before they sell out!

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 19, 2026, 3:25 a.m.

Just Felice Makes Friends sounded like the most wholesome hour I could spend at the Fringe this year, and I was right.

Just Felice is an endearing performer who connected with the audience instantly, and I loved the way this show incorporated multimedia elements and even some stop motion animation! And the tricks themselves are completely seamless.

I was lucky enough to be chosen to help with a trick, and even getting to see it up close on stage right beside her, I still have NO idea how she did it.

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 19, 2026, 1:24 a.m.

I want to be Just Felice's friend! She invites the audience to an experience that is both a truly playful world of magic and a truly magical world of play. I laughed out-loud, was touched by simple and poignant messages, and appreciated the storyline that she set up for the evening. I attend magic shows with some regularity, and this was the most comfortable I have ever felt engaging as an audience volunteer. If you want to believe in wonder again, be sure to add Just Felice to your fringe schedule!

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 18, 2026, 11:51 p.m.
♻️
See It Again

Felice plays up the socially awkward bit to lure the audience in, then she unleashes some serious skills. So many magicians try the “big show theatrics”, this show is not that. This show goes completely the opposite direction and it works. All of the focuses on Felice’s raw talent and she is really really good. Don’t miss this one.

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 18, 2026, 1:14 a.m.
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See It Again

This was such a sweet and endearing show. This really is a feel-good show about friendship, art, and awkwardness. We loved it!

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 16, 2026, 9:27 p.m.
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Laughed So Hard I Cried

An endearing magic show. I enjoyed that the shows had a story and through line that made the tricks feel more intentional. Just Felice plays socially awkward but our audience was full of adorable kids who happily showed her how easy it can be to make friends (and helped make the show by saying the darndest things).

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 16, 2026, 7:57 p.m.
🤯
Mind Blown

This is a magic show that feels like a warm hug! The premise of the show is charming, the performer is endearing and wildly skillful, and the larger themes of friendship, loneliness, and self worth enhance the beauty and effectiveness of the magic itself - which was already impressive. In a world that frequently feels jaded, this magic show was a breath of fresh air.

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 16, 2026, 6:03 p.m.
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Mind Blown

Aside from being delightful to watch on stage in general, her magic is truly mind blowing. Everything about her show feels intentional and sincere - go check this out and leave feeling amazed and wholesome at the same time 😃

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 16, 2026, 3:39 p.m.
🤯
Mind Blown

I’ve seen a lot of magic shows over the years and I love a magician who can make my jaw drop. Felice checks that box quickly, But the vessel of the show is what makes it endearing. She talks about her friends and creates them on stage and then makes them disappear and reappear. It’s a marvelous combination of storytelling, well-timed humor, and an introduction to a Felice, Who has an endearing shyness about her. I’m not surprised that her magic is brilliant. It’s truly how she connects with the audience. The type of close-up magic tricks that she has worked into the show were different than anything I’ve ever seen and that’s why I would love to see the show again!

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 15, 2026, 9 p.m.
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Mind Blown

Her awkwardness is endearing and a smokescreen for a really proficient magician. Expect plenty of “whoa!” and “how did she do that?!” Meanwhile it’s a lovely, family friendly show.

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 15, 2026, 6:15 a.m.
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Laughed So Hard I Cried

Just Felice is funny, charming, and down right astonishing! Her magic is excellent, the patter is hilarious, and there is such an ease in her awkwardness that you can’t help but smile. Treat yourself and go see this show!

2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 14, 2026, 10:45 p.m.
😂
Laughed So Hard I Cried

Felice’s Just Felice Makes Friends is a high‑energy, genuinely funny show that blends stand‑up comedy with impressive magic to create an experience that feels as much like a party as a performance. The premise centres on “making friends” and the awkwardness of doing so, a surprisingly deep idea for a family show. Felice uses this theme as a springboard for jokes, but the real draw is her talent as both a comedian and a magician. Her timing is sharp, her delivery is confident, and her tricks are not just gimmicks; they’re threaded into the humour and the story, making the whole show feel satiated rather than like a random variety set. What stands out most is her audience immersion. Felice doesn’t just talk to the crowd; she pulls them into the act in ways that feel natural and fun rather than forced. Even as a volunteer onstage, the experience never felt awkward or embarrassing; she makes participation feel like part of the joke, not the punchline. The room was constantly laughing and cheering, and the energy never dipped. Her theme isn’t just something she talks about; it’s something she demonstrates in real time with the audience. In fact, Just Felice Makes Friends has almost no limitations; Felice handles on-the-spot questions and actions graciously and with a fast mind. Even though friendship and social skills can get overshadowed by the sheer fun of the magic and comedy, Felice always keeps the show alive and running. The show leans more into entertainment than reflection, which works perfectly for its tone and keeps the audience guessing about what the next trick is going to be. Overall, Just Felice Makes Friends is a strong choice for both kids and adults. While much of the audience was adult, the content and style are absolutely family‑friendly and engaging for younger viewers too. If you want a show that’s funny, interactive, and full of genuine crowd energy, this is an easy recommendation.