The Truth (tm) - Modern Adventures in Plato's Cave
2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival
Aug. 18, 2026, 4:47 p.m.

What’s the use of the truth? Being right? Being helpful? Or will it always fall short to a story?

Adam Bailey’s “The Truth (tm)” is an exploration of just that – the truth. Whether it’s reliable or just an excuse to be a know-it-all. The show features anecdotes from Bailey’s own life, with discussions on philosophy, mocktails, and even Snakes on a Plane.

Bailey is an incredibly energetic storyteller, who absolutely knows how to hold an audience’s attention. Jumping in and out of the story to provide context, jokes, and references, He expertly strings together his story of what it means to tell the truth. The show uses tech very sparingly, and it absolutely works, as when a light changes, or a sound plays, it draws you in and immerses you even more in the story.

“The Truth (tm)” is a super entertaining, sincere production, exploring our behaviour as humans when it comes to storytelling, lying, and “Well, actually…”s.