The Imitator – Julián Fontalvo Winner: Best International Show, United Solo Festival, New York Music and songs are the key elements that trigger Julian's memories, and set him off on a journey back to his childhood in South America where he discovers his passion for music and his gift for imitating voices. From there, he faces struggles in New York and Europe as he pursues his dream of becoming an artist. Singer/actor Julián Fontalvo portrays different characters that play a part in his story and imitates 70 artists such as Sting, Bob Marley, David Bowie, Amy Winehouse and Tina Turner. Julián Fontalvo returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for the third time with his acclaimed show The Imitator, this time at a new venue: Assembly Checkpoint. He previously performed in New York at the United Solo Festival, the world's largest solo theatre festival, where he was awarded Best International Show. Additionally, Julián has presented the show over seven seasons in Madrid and at the prestigious Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, as well as during two previous editions of the Fringe. An international showman, he has appeared in over 60 cities across 23 countries, performing for celebrities such as Michael Douglas and Anne Hathaway. He has been cast in Spanish productions of We Will Rock You, Monty Python’s Spamalot, and Avenue Q. He is also highly sought after for exclusive corporate and private events; he even had the honor of being the sole performer at tennis champion Rafa Nadal’s wedding, at the personal request of the sportsman. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an outstanding performer with a truly unique talent!

David Adkin & RJG Productions, with Midnight Theatricals and NewYorkRep Welcome to NVRLND, where the party goes straight on till morning, featuring the biggest 2000s anthems: Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, and more! Wendy's about to get married, but one night in NVRLND changes everything. Reuniting with Peter Pan, she's thrown back into a world of intoxicating fun and reckless adventure. But can youth really last forever? Or does growing up offer its own magic? With book by Olivier Award nominee Jack Holden (Cruise, KENREX), Club NVRLND is an irreverent, high-energy, nostalgia-fuelled immersive party where happy thoughts abound, drinks flow, and the night is always young. Audience will be standing throughout, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing, More information Contains sudden noise and loud music Age category: 16+

Bullet Heart Club Theatrical, outrageous, silly and sexy, Tomáš Kantor's award-winning debut is about Sugar – a gender-queer twink who discovers there's money to be made from transactional relationships (though their primary source of information is Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman). What could go wrong? Australian superstar-in-the-making Tomáš sings everything from Kylie to Gaga to Chappell Roan in this show about luxury, power and being paid to have sex on a grand piano, written by Fringe First Award-winning playwright Ro Bright. 'Cabaret Veterans might feel as if they're witnessing a baby Meow Meow or Paul Capsis' (Age). Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

A&E Comedy From the award-winning idiots behind Enter The Dragons and Witch Hunt, A and E Comedy bring you their brand new show, Do All The Things. With a playful interactive twist, this isn't just a show, it's an invitation to get involved, dose up on dopamine and soak up the serotonin. Part cabaret, part game show, part house party, Do All The Things is a celebration of commonality, an ode to the absurd and, at its heart, a joyous middle finger to despair and disconnection. With big prizes. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Transforma Theatre My Marlene, a one-Dietrich show dives into the contradictions that made Dietrich a legend: a selfless war hero, an elegant housefrau in tuxedo tails, a romantic with a parade of lovers and a gender-fluid icon who wore masculinity and femininity interchangeably – both on and off screen. This immersive, confessional theatre experience transforms the audience into the allied soldiers Marlene Dietrich entertained in World War II as an act of defiance against Nazism. With confessional storytelling, Weimar cabaret flair and songs full of bite and beauty, it's a celebration of resistance that feels more urgent than ever. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting Age category: 14+

Connor Burns Connor Burns is being funny for foodbanks with a show dedicated to supporting Edinburgh Food Project. Edinburgh native and winner of the 2024 Fringe Encore Series for his show 1994, Connor will perform a hilarious hour alongside several of his funniest friends. Don't miss this chance to enjoy top Scottish comedy while helping local foodbanks. All proceeds after production costs will go to Edinburgh Food Project, which runs seven foodbanks in the city. Charity number SC043220. Have a laugh and make a real difference to people in Edinburgh. None Age category: 16+

You Can Be a Celebrity Too BAFTA-winning provocateur Alison Jackson brings her wild celebrity lookalike competition and behind-the-scenes exposé Faking Famous to Edinburgh Fringe, with live castings, makeovers, scandalous backstage secrets. One minute Alison reveals back-stories from her infamous shoots, the next she invites people from the crowd and makes them into celebrities. Expect diva tantrums, paparazzi-style photoshoots, BRAT-fuelled chaos. Take selfies with the stars! From Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Royals, Charli XCX, Oasis Bros, Trump, Kim K… Think you look famous? Step into the spotlight. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+