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Kids

Family Magic

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

The Great Baldini The legendary magician The Great Baldini tells the story of his and Baldwin the magical dog’s life from their first tricks to the height of their careers: attempting Houdini’s greatest escape. The show is packed with magic, sweets, puppetry, sweets, water, sweets, eggs, sweets and escapology. It’s hilariously silly… with sweets. Come and see two true magical superstars (Baldini and Baldwin) at the very pinnacle of their powers. The Great Baldini is an award-winning member of the Magic Circle and the Bristol Stage Magic Champion. 'Incredible' (Front Row, BBC Radio 4). 'Charming, engaging and charismatic. A pleasure' (FringeReview.co.uk). Audience participation

Theatre

The Poetical Life of Philomena McGuinness

2 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Moon Rabbit Theatre How will history remember you? As the person you are or, the person you want to be? It’s 1939, Philomena is on her way from Dublin to London to join the British war effort. But can she live true to the poetry inside her when she is constantly being defined by her role in the war? Philomena McGuinness is a poignant and hilarious one-woman play, infused with poetry and inspired by the true stories of Irish nurses in WWII. 'From captivating to sublime' \*\*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). \*\*\*\*\* (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). \*\*\*\*\* (BroadwayBaby.com). None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Operation Blank

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

GG Well Played Productions Someone has dropped an atom bomb on Copenhagen. With all-out war looming, an underqualified junior staffer in the British government must somehow stimulate a response from his idiotic superiors. There is just one thing standing in his way: Microsoft Teams. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Pandora's Bowl

12 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

No Frills Theatre Company Inspired by Alan Bennett's Talking Heads, this is a play about a woman's survival and a bowl called Pandora. Told through recaptured memories of childhood, and the experience of motherhood, as a daughter, mother and grandmother, our story will resonate with people of all ages as they sit and remember their own special memories. After all, everyone has their own washing up bowl... don't they? Starring Niki Mylonas (The Seagull, Othello) and written and directed by Wendy Reynolds (An Evening with Sir Thomas More, Survivors). None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Cabaret

3 Little Wigs

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Chrome Productions Three little pigs move to the big city, dreaming of pop stardom. They enter a talent contest run by the sly Big Bad Wolf and hosted by a fabulous presenter. With live vocals, lip-syncing, dance, and comedy, this electrifying show reimagines the classic tale. As the pigs advance through the competition, they revel in the glitz and glamour, unaware of the Wolf’s true intentions. The stakes rise as they discover the chilling truth – they’re destined to be the main course at the Wolf’s annual Feast of Champions. Can they escape before it's too late? Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing

Books

The Car Showroom Poet

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

John Cassidy AKA The Car Showroom Poet Experience unforgettable, high–energy acts in this original, real–life story of exceptional talent emerging from car showrooms. The world’s first car-dealership poet delivers a one–of–a–kind automotive solo performance featuring song parodies, poetry, monologues and comedy. A celebration of car upmanship and musical theatre. Headlining is Supercali–Lotus, arguably the best parody in 60 years of iconic musical hits, alongside acts inspired by popular comedy culture, including the uniquely performed, Gloria Gaynor–inspired parody I Will Drive. Audience participation

Music

The Legend of Queen

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Take a regal journey through the incredible music of one of the greatest rock groups of all time with Peter Marchant and the incredible Night Owl Band. Includes hits Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Gaga, Don’t Stop Me Now and so many more. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won awards, sold out shows and standing ovations worldwide. Watch multi-instrumentalist Peter Marchant display his infectious stage presence coupled with a voice that can carry some of the biggest songs of all time. None Age category: 12+

A Highly Suspect Murder Mystery: The Death of the Great Detective

Theatre

Comedy

A Highly Suspect Murder Mystery: The Death of the Great Detective

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Highly Suspect Sherlock Holmes is dead! But can the killer really be Dr Watson, Mrs Hudson, Inspector Lestrade or Mycroft Holmes? The game's afoot in a mystery that's more than mere elementary... Award-winning mystery maestros Highly Suspect return to the Fringe with a hilarious interactive murder mystery for the audience to solve! Featuring a fiendish plot, evidence to examine, and cryptic clues to crack, can you deduce whodunnit? Fun, frivolity and fatalities guaranteed! Sold Out 2021-2024. ‘Prepare to have your funny bones and little grey cells equally tickled!’ (BroadwayWorld.com). Audience participation

Theatre

Musical

Nearlyweds the Musical

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Jaz Alice Music Nearlyweds is a brand-new musical comedy that will have you laughing, crying and singing along! We follow Lily, a people-pleasing Scottish bride as she runs away from her wedding, and Jake, an arrogant, jilted groom whose life isn’t as glamorous as it seems. Along the way they meet an array of vibrant characters each with weird quirks and have hilarious scenarios to overcome. Will Lily learn to stand up for herself and will Jake finally stop the awful puns? This relatable musical comedy by Jasmine Alice has extremely loveable characters and way too many puns! None Age category: 12+

Theatre

After Shakespeare

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Slade Wolfe Enterprises Limited What happens to Shakespeare's best-loved heroes and most reviled villains after the curtain falls? Come and join a host of familiar Shakespearean characters as they reflect back on their lives, including: Lady Macbeth, Portia, Hamlet and King Hal (Henry V). Lexi Wolfe weaves together Shakespeare's words, historical research and her own dramatic spark as she transforms into four distinct characters, to follow their onward journeys. 'A must-see show' \*\*\*\*\* (EdinburghGuide.com). 'One of this year's standout shows' \*\*\*\* (GetYourCoatsOn.com). 'Refreshing and gifted writing' \*\*\*\* (WestEndBestFriend.co.uk). Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes

Books

UNCLE TOM'S WAR: Haiti and the Whipping Machine

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

David Lee Morgan The Haitian Revolution (1791-1804) was the beginning of a new age of enlightenment, where every revolution is a part of the world revolution – or else it is a betrayal. Fiery-hot poetry from a London/UK/BBC slam poetry champion. Reviews for previous shows: 'I am awed by Morgan's passion, his humorous yet enraged intellectual appraisal… An energetic, clever, passionate survey of human life' \*\*\*\*\* (Time Out) 'One of those rare, passionate performances... bristling with energy and interesting ideas… a bracing crash course in how to 'read history… with a f\*\*\*ing blowtorch' \*\*\*\* (Scotsman). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Comedy

On the Harmful Effects of Tobacco

11 Aug 2025 - 18 Aug 2025

No Frills Theatre Company World-famous Russian playwright Anton Chekhov is best known for his major works including: Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters and The Seagull. However before writing these, he was responsible for highly-acclaimed short comedies called vaudevilles. These explored the human condition including the beauty, heartbreak and loneliness people experience. On the Harmful Effects of Tobacco embodies all of these themes. Ivan Ivanovich Nyukhin is told by his wife to deliver a lecture on the dangers of smoking to one's health but digresses somewhat and begins laying bare his unhappiness and his failed dreams. A short comic masterpiece. None Age category: 12+

Kids

Cantonese Opera x Children's Interactive Theatre: Dic Dic Chang Chang Playground

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

One Table Two Chairs Charitable Foundation Our award-winning Cantonese opera adventure is back! Join Captain Dic Dic and Chang Chang at the Cantonese Opera Playground in Edinburgh, where the Cantonese Opera Fairy teaches them skills to outwit the Boring King. But they can't do it alone – they need you, the audience, to become secret agents in this interactive spectacle. Imagination unlocks mysteries, challenges come to life and families enjoy laughter, adventure and excitement. Experience the beauty of Cantonese opera and be part of this fun-filled mission. Book your tickets now! Audience participation

Iago Speaks

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Rumpus At first glance, Iago Speaks appears to follow the events immediately after Shakespeare's Othello. But this meta-theatrical, comedic romp quickly turns, introducing us to Iago’s hapless jailer, always landing in Shakespeare plays, but with no lines. His quest, as he languishes by Iago’s dungeon cell, is to discover the true purpose for his life, and – ultimately – theatre. A classic comedy duo, Iago and his jailer descend into a mad adventure, its ultimate purpose only revealed at the end. The play is boundless, ridiculous and constantly winking at the audience and yet, manages to make us think. Audience participation Age category: 12+

Theatre

Almost Famous

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

NoLogoProductions Emily Benton, veteran actor and star of stage and screen, is back in the UK after a career that took her to Broadway and Hollywood. With her pedigree, she should be in Downton Abbey or the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, not auditioning for a role in a devised play that only become available when another, more famous, actor went to join the theatre in the sky. What cruel fate brought her here? Maybe there’s a secret she’s not revealing. From the makers of Make-up: 'A disarmingly truthful and humorous piece, adroitly constructed and beautifully performed' *s]*s]*s]* (AllEdinburghTheatre.com). More information Contains brief references to sexual assault. Age category: 12+

Theatre

The Boy from Bantay

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Jeremy Rafal From his childhood in the Philippines – a technicolour blur of cartoons and classical music – Jeremy always knew he wanted to be a concert pianist. The Boy from Bantay takes us on his heartwarming journey of growth and self-discovery. This appearance is produced by Bantay Productions with support from Pace University. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information Show discusses loss of loved ones, which could be potentially triggering to some. Age category: 12+

Comedy

Sketch

Sketch Show Bingo!

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Quirks & Foibles Get your dabbers at the ready! It’s bingo! But instead of numbers, it’s hilarious comedy sketches, and the fun keeps rolling until someone gets bingo! Three-time Funny Women Award nominees Quirks & Foibles present their debut comedy show. No show is the same and there's a winner every time. Fun for all the family with an eclectic range of silly sketches... and who doesn’t love a bit of bingo!? Quirks & Foibles consists of Katie Bennett, Amy McCann and Amelia Stephenson. As featured on BBC Comedy, DMs Are Open, British Comedy Guide and Comedy Crowd Chorts finalists. Audience participation

Theatre

Cabaret

Magic

1 Moment in Time

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Sean Alexander After a hugely successful debut Ed Fringe with rave reviews, magician and mind illusionist Sean Alexander is back with his thought-provoking magic show as he reflects on the defining moments in time that shape each and every one of us. With jaw-dropping magic throughout, each instance is intertwined with powerful metaphors and storytelling. This show is unlike anything else. Discover your moments in time all over again... 'This should certainly be on your must-see list' (BritishTheatreGuide.info). 'One of the stand-out performances at the Fringe' (NorthWestEnd.co.uk). 'Pure delight and amazement' (FringeReview.co.uk). None

Music

World

The Gael

13 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Step into a world of vibrant sound as Celtic violinist Elsa presents her latest stage show, The Gael. This dynamic performance showcases the anthems of Scotland and Ireland like never before, blending traditional music of the Gaels with a contemporary twist. Armed with her electric violin, Elsa captivates audiences by infusing each beloved melody with modern effects and an electrifying energy. Experience the rich cultural heritage of Scotland through a fresh lens, designed to engage both traditionalists and new fans alike. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music that promises to leave you inspired and exhilarated! None

Theatre

Roadkill Bambi

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Mal MacKenzie and The Blue Loop Group Portia and Alison are driving home from a wedding. They hit a deer. Portia dies. Portia and Alison are driving home from a wedding. They hit a deer. Portia dies. The deer gives a philosophy lecture. Portia and Alison are – wait what? They hit a deer. Portia dies. Forced to relive a car accident over and over, Portia must confront uncomfortable truths about her relationship while she tries to escape the surreal time loop. A thoroughly queer dirge for the imagined future, Roadkill Bambi asks how we make decisions while caught in the headlights of disaster. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Music

Stitch in Time: A Knitting Cabaret

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Melanie Gall presents Excitement! Drama! Romance! And... knitting? An award-winning hour of lost wartime knitting songs. Bring your knitting (or crochet) and stitch along to toe-tapping, needle-clicking tunes. Come out and have a "ball"! During the World Wars, millions of women knitted for the soldiers. Mere days after the first bullet was fired, dozens of knitting-themed songs began to appear. After the wars these songs were lost, but this cabaret concert, this music – a clever, sweet and entertaining footnote in history – has been preserved and given a chance to live again. 'Amazing!' (Guardian). \*\*\*\*\* (GlamAdelaide.com.au). None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Wet Dream With Jesus

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Alice Way Louisiana – home of Mardi Gras, Southern hospitality, and purity culture. This autobiographical comedy explores Alice’s teenage upbringing in the thick of America’s Bible Belt. Discover her LGBTQ+ identity and experience the South beyond its cowboy boots! Hold your beers tight as Alice plays over 20 characters with more flavour than a boilin' pot of gumbo. Expect chameleon-like storytelling as Alice recounts a series of events so shocking you won’t believe they’re real! Don’t be shy now – how much can happen to one queer high schooler swimming through a flood of Southern gossip? Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Lolo's Boyfriend Show

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Lauren O'Brien Lolo lands a dream-come-true European tour. But when it gets cancelled after just a few weeks, she’s forced to pack up her funky costumes and drag them back to her mum’s house in suburbia. Lolo thought she’d be famous by now. Her psychic told her she would be. Instead, she’s stuck in her childhood bedroom tormented by the ghosts of many failed relationships. Irreverent and soul-baring, Lolo captivates audiences as she journeys from self-harm to self-redemption. Lolo won Audience Choice at the NYC Fringe and rocked Off-Broadway at Playhouse 46. Lolo is dying to meet you! Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Out of Character

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Prickly Ash When reality fails to answer desire, the fictional world becomes home. They are the gangsters on screen, forbidden lovers to some, the perfect souls that never existed in reality. The overlooked, East Asian female creators project their emotions onto the imaginary, weaving intimate connections beyond the limits of the real world. When patriarchal narratives attempt to define love, desire and existence, these women reshape them through imagination – not just as passion, but as identity, as a profound connection known as fictosexuality. Fanfiction is not just fantasy, it is love that the world has yet to understand. Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA

Theatre

Comedy

Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Bex Wall and Sarah Asante Gregory Sex? Yes, please. Raves? Absolutely. MDMA? A dabble. Illegal raves find me high, staring at vaginas in abandoned museums. Meet Bex, a fortysomething woman struggling with expectations. A twist of fate, she rejects safe and abandons herself to life. Consequences be damned, embracing a reality that’s messy, exhilarating, cruel and wild. Showing you the world through her imperfect lens of love, loss and heartbreak, so you can make the leap and live intentionally – whatever that means. A rip-roaring, naughty, funny tale that will have you laughing into the dark. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Piano Smashers

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Piano Smashers featuring Rob Thompson Piano Smashers is a new play by Rupert Page and Rob Thompson in which a mother bequeaths a precious piano to her children in her will, insisting they keep it. They do not want it because of what it represents to them, yet they can not bring themselves to dispose of it. Nominated Best Performance – The Actors, Brighton Fringe, 2024. 'Such hidden gems add greatly to the Fringe experience and remind us that there are superb ones which don’t get the audiences they deserve. Piano Smashers is one such show' (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). https://www.pianosmashers.co.uk. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information Loud sound effects. Age category: 12+

Kids

Theatre

Musical

The Caterpillar and the Blackbird

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

NarraDance Join us on the happiest musical journey of your life as a restless caterpillar meets a rock’n’roll black bird who will make all of her dreams come true. As the blackbird guides the young caterpillar around the woodland, he introduces her to a variety of creatures, from a nervous fox to an eco-frog, a timid hedgehog, diva cow and a wise old owl, alongside a troupe of playful squirrels. Along the way she will learn important life lessons. But the greatest lesson of all is the value of true friendship. Audience participation

Theatre

Picking Up Stones: An American Jew Wakes to a Nightmare

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Sandra Laub A cri de coeur from author/performer Sandra Laub, wrestling with characters like Golda Meir and a Palestinian mother of martyrs, to make sense of the insane horror of October 7th. Can a progressive Jewish woman reconcile her Zionist heart with her liberal conscience? This tour de force, many-voices solo show, dares to ask for peace while grappling with war, whose antecedents and repercussions continue to shape our world. Hailed as a remarkably balanced and compassionate portrayal, the play respects the facts while standing firmly on personal, humanistic ground. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan and Lennon

Music

Folk

When Judas Met John: Songs of Dylan and Lennon

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Brothers Broke Listed as one of 'five shows not to be missed at this year's Edinburgh Fringe' (Counter Culture), this show compares the like-minded and socially-conscious lyrics of Dylan and Lennon. It addresses key questions regarding their relationship: why was Lennon in awe of Dylan only to deride him years later? And why did Dylan keep it to himself that he 'really dug the Beatles'? Irish duo Brothers Broke compare, adapt and perform a unique interpretation of songs by both artists in their own acoustic folk and blues style. None

Theatre

Cabaret

Mr P From HR

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Haus of VaVaVoolah Mr P from HR is an interactive drag-king performance, taking audiences down “recruitment road” and welcoming them to their new job induction day at luxury department store Gayrods (pronounced 'Gah-rods', not 'Gay-rods'... that would be absurd). Mr P has written songs, quizzes and NDAs for the amazing new sales team who will soon call the store hell... I mean home! But could this all be a ruse to conceal the secrets lying in the tunnels beneath the store's shiny floors? Don't be late and remember to be ready in full Gayrods attire upon arrival! Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 16+

Theatre

Seizure

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Stage Fancy Productions A typical rehearsal quickly deteriorates when the actors find themselves unable to depict the difference between fiction and reality. A play within a play. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 14+

Theatre

Cabaret

Magic

Mason King – The Mind Spy

2 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Elite Entertainment Mind reader, mentalist and psychological magician Mason King returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with a thrilling, interactive journey into the inner depths of your mind! Could YOU be a Mind Spy?! Step into the world of covert psychic experiments where the audience become the test subjects. Thought transmission, remote viewing and precognition are put to the test in this exciting and immersive experience inspired by the real-life psychic research conducted under Project Stargate in the 1970's. Let the transmission begin... 'Astounding!' \*\*\*\*\* (FringeReview.ca). 'Mind Blowing!' \*\*\*\* ½ (TheatreAndArtReviews.com). Audience participation Age category: 12+

Books

Comedy

What Are You Laughing At?

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Mum's at the Fringe Jump on board and let me take you down that bumpy road that we call life. Let's face it – life is pretty funny! We'll stop off on the way to enjoy I Found God Behind the Sofa, I Didn't Know I Was a Stalker, F**k You Death, Take it Off, Funeral Songs, Sex is Funny, Man-Oh-Pause, Elon's Been a Naughty Boy to name but a few. Life is all about perspective isn't it? And this is mine, in a rhyme – so hold on tight! Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information Themes dealing with sexuality and death.

Music

Women of Rock

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Journey through time alongside the great women that rocked, from the 1960s to present. Ride with the genre defining ladies Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks, Joan Jett, Suzi Quatro, Heart, Gwen Stefani and many more. Experience the raw power of Reine Beau and the award-winning Night Owl Band as they highlight the importance of these incredible females and why there should be a higher acknowledgement in the published lists of the greats for them. You’ll leave with your soul well and truly rocked and a true appreciation of the women who fought against the tide to make it. None Age category: 12+

Kids

Once Upon a Tune

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Join a fairytale princess with her sing-a-long show of your favourite animated characters! With enchanting vocals and gorgeous gowns, this new show emulates the magic of the animated movies. Jasmine Alice is a professional singer/actress who has toured internationally with her engaging shows. Sing along to the most acclaimed Disney songs and you’ll discover a world of magic unfold in front of your eyes and ears. This Edinburgh Fringe show is certainly the best way for the whole family to start the day! This creative, dynamic children’s show is not one to miss!! None

Theatre

Musical

Remember That Time? A Musical

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Annmarie Cullen 'Superb' (Hot Press, Ireland). Winner of Best Performance: International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival. Embark on a retrospective journey with Annmarie, a seasoned musician who leaves her life in LA for love in Barcelona. Trading music for a corporate job, she loses herself, her connection to music, and ultimately, her wife. Reeling from the breakup, Annmarie returns to her native Dublin after 25 years away to start over. With on-screen cameos by Naimee Coleman and comedian Gearoid Farrelly, this inspiring, mixed-media, one-woman musical is a must-see for anyone at a crossroads in life. None Age category: 16+

Theatre

Comedy

Brief Tales

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Joanna Weinberg Brief Tales, a memoir in underpants. South African/Australian actress Joanna Weinberg uses female undergarments to tell her intimate stories. Hilarious, moving and enormously skillful, this show was a hit in the boudoirs and salons of Sydney. Being born female gifted her a flasher in a park, periods at the piano, first time sex with a notable British writer, breastfeeding on an Edgar Allen Poe filmset and hot flushes while leaping out of a cake in Borneo. Joanna is a multi-talented international performer who will literally charm the pants off you. None Age category: 12+

Music

Rock & Pop

Storytelling

Scots of the Pops

3 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Join us for Scots o' the Pops – a lively, interactive music show that celebrates the best of Scottish pop! Sing along to your favourite hits from iconic Scottish singers and bands, as we pack in as many chart toppers as possible. This engaging experience invites everyone to participate, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with laughter and joy. Whether you're a fan of classic favourites or contemporary sensations, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends and family for a night of unforgettable music, fun and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this musical celebration of Scotland’s finest! None

Theatre

The Colour Red

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Spike Driver Michael is a man who has decided that the best thing to do is to end his life. He feels this because of how destructive his OCD has been for him and his family. However, we get introduced to how Michael really feels, as he takes the audience through all the crazy ups and downs that come along with having 'severe and enduring' OCD! He'll take you on the journey from getting his OCD to spending four months in hospital getting peer-pressured by his therapist to have a wank! Join him for the decision. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 12+

Comedy

Stand-up

199 Jokes Before Lunchtime: High Whisk

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Danny Matinee An insect joke? Tick. A tartan joke? Check. Join Danny Matinee (Times and Telegraph's Best Jokes of the Fringe 2024) for at least another 197 one-liners, alongside props, pictures, facts and more. Includes a farmer joke that's corny, and an optician joke that's cornea. Suitable for all ages, especially fans of Masai Graham, Milton Jones and Tim Vine. By the writer/performer of shows at Brighton Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe and Leicester Comedy Festival, and Not So New Comedian of the Year 2024 finalist. 'Fantastic... I utterly recommend this show... loved it' (Audience Review). None

Music

The Blondie Story

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows A high-octane trip through the music of one of the architects of the punk/new wave movement. Following an award-winning run at Edinburgh Fringe 2023, Reine Beau and the Night Owl Band deliver a killer blow with versions of Atomic, Heart of Glass and One Way or Another. Night Owl Shows bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won them awards, sold-out shows and standing ovations worldwide. Set to a cultural backdrop of imagery, you’ll be immersed in the moment and the music that cut through genres. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Science Stories for Grown-Ups

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Science communication that engages the heart and the mind. Two scientists turned performers, Giulia and Richard, share their passion for the fun, wild ideas hiding in science’s back catalogue. From fire to water, thermodynamics to the Twin Paradox, five stories will materialise to kickstart scientific wonder. Our stories anthropomorphise the scientific world, giving atoms personalities to explain their behaviour, adding emotions to chemical reactions and inserting the idiosyncrasies of science into the day-to-day. Full book of stories available to buy at the end of the show. We will reawaken the curiosity that your science teacher crushed. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

The Lost Priest

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Orchard Theatre Company The Lost Priest is a deeply personal, one-person show exploring the complexities of growing up Jewish in America. Through poetic monologues, ritual reenactments and moments of raw reflection, the performer grapples with identity within an ethnicity divorced from religion. Blending humour and heartbreak, the play delves into themes of cultural alienation, family legacy and resilience. Intimate childhood memories, historical anecdotes and societal observations intertwine, creating a poignant narrative that captures the universal search for belonging. None Age category: 12+

Henry Churniavsky... Life Lessons from a Jewish Grandfather (Zaida)

Comedy

Stand-up

Henry Churniavsky... Life Lessons from a Jewish Grandfather (Zaida)

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Henry (Churniavsky) Churney (Laugh For Life Comedy) Henry has brought up twins (with his wife of course!) and now Henry is bringing his learnt life lessons to the next generation… his grandson. His parenting skills are still valid despite him getting older. His daughter may think differently as she has her own ideas of bringing up his grandson. He won’t be silenced. Listen to his top tips for life, learn how as a sexagenarian he deals with eating out at restaurants, the world of social media, his daughter's pregnancy and his medical procedures. None Age category: 16+

Comedy

Tall Tails

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Red Kitchen Collective Five mermaids. Chronic people-pleasers retreat. Come witness the clam-ities as they make waves navigating perfectionism, inky anxieties, and the choppy waters between girlhood and womanhood. Dive fin-first into a hilarious coming-of-quarter-age comedy entangled in the fishnets of friendship, big feelings, and their tall "tails". Channeling spiritual silliness and mid-2000s glam, Tall Tails is for anyone who has ever felt a little lost at sea. Check out the mermaids, or don't – we want what's best for you!! Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Cabaret

Follies! A Showcase of Bits and Bobs

6 Aug 2025 - 13 Aug 2025

Flying Solo! Presents Comedy! Music! Fractured classics! Drama! And more! Do you like to be surprised? Is variety what you crave? We have just the ticket for you. The Flying Solo! Follies features short excerpts and vignettes performed by Fringe artists and companies from across the States showcasing new work, current Fringe shows and maybe even gems from their repertoire. Be adventurous and join us for 60 minutes of fun, laughter, tears and amazement. Two performances only; completely different line-up of performers for each show. Audience participation As it is a showcase there will be many artists, some of whom may ask for Audience Interaction but not all. Age category: 12+

Music

Storytelling

Fragile Creatures

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Hannah Rose Platt An unmissable journey through history, where science, superstition and myth collide. From 19th-century Parisian hysteria to the Radium Girls of the 1920s and the sedative ads of the 1950s, Hannah Rose Platt illuminates the shocking fight for women’s bodily autonomy. With gripping stories like Anne Greene’s miraculous survival of execution and the trailblazing Edinburgh Seven – performed at the Surgeons' Hall where these women made history – Platt exposes the ongoing battle for women’s health and equality. This powerful show uncovers the enduring gender health gap and celebrates the unyielding spirit of women throughout the ages. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 12+

Music

Folk

Hebridean Fire

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Join us in celebrating the success of Hebridean Fire, a captivating sell-out show featuring multi-instrumentalists Elsa and Gary as they enchant audiences with the spirit of the Scottish Highlands and islands. This dynamic duo masterfully blend heartfelt ballads, high-energy jigs, reels and traditional Gaelic songs, creating an unforgettable musical experience. Their seamless storytelling transports listeners to the rugged beauty of Scotland, showcasing the rich culture and heritage of the region. With each performance, Elsa and Gary ignite the stage, leaving audiences inspired and craving more. Don't miss your chance to experience this extraordinary celebration of Scottish music. None

Theatre

Cabaret

Atomic Cabaret

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Lynda Williams AKA The Physics Chanteuse Atomic Cabaret is a one-woman science-political musical about the existential risks of the nuclear age, starring Lynda Williams, the Physics Chanteuse. Provocative and wildly entertaining, the show exposes the reckless stupidity of the bomb, from Trident to Trinity, and explores how we can stop the madness – with science, satire and song that is smart, sexy, sassy and radical. Atomic Cabaret commemorates the 80th anniversary of the U.S. bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and is a benefit for Scottish CND. 'Lynda will blow your mind!' (Kip Thorne, Nobel Prize-winning physicist). 'Williams puts the fizz in physics' (People Magazine). None

Cabaret

Magic

Theatre

The Telepath and The Conjuror

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

The Oberons Step into a world of mystery and wonder with The Telepath and The Conjuror. This extraordinary show blends mind reading, magic and breathtaking illusions in a spellbinding performance that will leave you questioning the boundaries of reality. Watch as The Telepath delves into the minds of the audience, revealing thoughts and secrets with uncanny precision, while The Conjuror astounds with impossible magical feats and sleight of hand. Together, they create an unforgettable experience full of amazement, intrigue and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Prepare to be astonished as the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary right before your eyes. Audience participation

Comedy

PSA: Pelvic Service Announcement

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Amy Veltman The show that NoHo Arts District calls 'absolutely genius' (NoHoArtsDistrict.com), recipient of Best Musical Comedy Off-Broadway at United Solo in NYC, and SOLOFEST Best of Fest 2024. When a know-it-all NYC comedian seeks help for diffuse midsection issues, she quickly learns how little she knows about her body’s most basic functions – in spite of her OB/GYN father. Veltman shares it all in this raw and ridiculous extravaganza featuring unhinged characters, music, videos, and a medically unsanctioned chart. If you're reading this, you have a pelvic floor; you'll leave this brisk comedy knowing why it matters. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing, More information All audience participation optional and group wide. Nobody singled out. A couple swear words and detailed but non-vulgar talk of bodily functions. Age category: 14+

Comedy

Sketch

A Bad Taste Show

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Wildtex Network Feast yourselves on an irreverent meal of a comedy sketch show. Skip the appetisers, go straight to the main course. As smooth an experience as eating a Michelin award-winning dinner from a bin in a back alley. If you want taste, style, fancy ingredients, subtle flavours... go somewhere else. Sometimes dark, sometimes silly, the show is guaranteed to tickle the wishbone. These are laughs that your mother would be ashamed of. It’s bad, but it’s so good. Offers 'belly laughs and… memorable characterisation' (SouthernArtsReviews.co.uk). Come on! Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Comedy

Stand-up

Congratulations, Good for You – Cantonese Stand-Up Comedy

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Chan Lok Tim Join Tim for his new Cantonese stand-up comedy show, Congratulations, Good for You. In this performance, he humorously navigates life as a Hong Konger preparing to become a husband. With relatable anecdotes and witty observations, Tim shares the joys and challenges of this exciting transition, highlighting the funny moments that arise along the way. Expect an evening filled with laughter as he invites the audience to connect with his journey in a light-hearted and entertaining way. Don’t miss this chance for an unforgettable night of comedy! None Age category: 14+

Music

The 80s Movie Mixtape

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Relive the music that set off the 80s most nostalgic movie scenes. From Dirty Dancing, Breakfast Club, Top Gun, Labrinth to The Never-Ending Story, 80s movies have one thing in common: iconic songs. Watch as Maia Elsy, Will Sharp and the Night Owl band bring these nostalgic moments alive in this journey through the legendary soundtrack to your 80s. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won awards and ovations worldwide. Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show with the festival's ultimate music collective. None Age category: 12+

Celine Dion Experience Featuring Jasmine Alice

Music

Folk

Storytelling

Celine Dion Experience Featuring Jasmine Alice

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Jasmine Alice is an internationally acclaimed vocalist who will take you on a thrilling musical journey through the life of the iconic Celine Dion. Witness dazzling vocals, show-stopping costumes and let yourself be transported on a musical journey of emotions with this charming homage to one of the most treasured divas of all time. Sing along to your favourite Celine hits and immerse yourself in pure vocal magic. After her success at the Fringe last year, Jasmine is returning with her new Celine Experience this year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Don't miss out. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

How to Become a Movie Star?

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Sarah Maria Lafferty Felix Culpa Theatre Company successively produced The Woman He Lived With \*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk), and The Bad Daters \*\*\*\*\* (TheReviewsHub.com) at the Edinburgh Fringe. This year's Fringe premiere, How to Become a Movie Star? is a joyous comedy about an actress with a unique plan to become a movie star by training to be a schoolteacher. She bases her career on an out-of-print biography, moves to New York, lives in a decrepit hostel in London and attends the strictest drama school ever while working in a pub. Based on a life well lived. None Age category: 12+

Music

Rock & Pop

Eva by the Divas

1 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Join us for an enchanting evening as vocalists Elsa and Jaz take to the stage in a breath-taking tribute to the legendary Eva Cassidy! Combining their exceptional vocal talents and shared passion for Cassidy's music, this show promises to be a memorable experience. Delight in the exquisite harmonies that will fill the air, as they breathe new life into timeless classics. With each note, Elsa and Jas will transport you into a world of emotion and beauty, showcasing their professional delivery and deep connection to the music. Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of songs. None Age category: 12+

Comedy

Stand-up

Clever Comedy Chicago

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Clever Theatre A one-of-a-kind alternative comedy showcase straight from the Windy City itself. Join us in getting unhinged at Fringe for a show featuring some of the weirdest and most hilarious comedians from Chicago's indie comedy scene, that have been delighting audiences in clubs, back rooms of bars, improv theatres and elevated train cars for years. Clever Comedy features expertly crafted jokes, zany characters, musical guests and more. At Clever Comedy we embrace weird, because people are strange. Strong language/swearing

Theatre

A Most Pressing Issue

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Half Diamond Theatre A dark satirical comedy that follows four prison workers battling a fire with anything but water. As characters wrestle with existential crises, heartbreak and bureaucracy, an inevitable doom draws ever nearer, forcing this band of misfits to confront their long-forgotten responsibilities. Prepare for full speed, uninterrupted chaos from start to finish as Gaulier-trained clowns and sharp-edged comedians deliver a relentlessly funny tale of love, loss, fear and arrogance. This exciting piece of new writing is eager to push boundaries, electrify audiences and most importantly, make you laugh out loud. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

A Year and a Day

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Raising Cain Productions An inexplicable curse causes Nathan to skip a year and a day into the future, whenever he falls asleep. Leaving behind a botched heist, his wife, his struggling family and a jaded criminal gang, Nathan must learn to adapt to his ever-changing existence. Spanning 65 years, this is a bold, darkly funny and poignant exploration of a man trying to right his wrongs as he rapidly skips through time. Under the careful direction of dramaturg Rosanna Mallinson, award-winning Christopher Sainton-Clark uses multi-roling to tell a beautiful story of love, loss, betrayal and crime. Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Sped Kid

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Adam Linn Sped Kid is an award-winning, high-energy, genre-defying one-man show that blends comedy, music and storytelling in a raw and heartfelt performance. It tells the powerful true story of Adam Linn, a twelve-year-old boy going blind in 1984 Boston, a city divided by long-simmering racism, but alive with new music and breakdancing. In this gripping, autobiographical journey, Adam’s failing vision forces him to leave an all-white Catholic school and board a special education short bus to an inner-city public school, where he and his new friends find strength, humour and triumph through their shared love of music and dance. Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Theatre

Shirley: A Ghost Story

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Moon Rabbit Theatre Why do people write ghost stories? Is it to explain away the fear, or to reveal the ghosts inside? Shirley is a dark and intimate one-person play, inspired by the life of Shirley Jackson and the ghost stories of M.R. James. Shirley has felt haunted her entire life. Haunted by her responsibilities, her husband and a story that’s been with her since childhood. But will writing a novel finally release the horror that has been manifesting in her for a lifetime? Praise for previous work: \*\*\*\*\* (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). \*\*\*\*\* (BroadwayBaby.com). \*\*\*\* (Scotsman). \*\*\*\* (Skinny). None Age category: 12+

Comedy

The Physician of Oz

4 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Malignant Humours / St George's Medics' Revue The Malignant Humours are back at the Fringe, and this year, we’re off to see the wizard! The Physician of Oz is the medical comedy sketch show sure to leave you in stitches – no magic required. With 12 sell-out shows behind us, you won’t want to miss out before tickets vanish! Our cast of healthcare students are certified in emergency laughter procedures, so follow the yellow brick road to Surgeons’ Hall for 45 minutes of award-winning comedy. Wickedly funny and magically absurd – you won’t need a brain, heart or courage to enjoy! Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Cabaret

Comedy

The Lounge Suite

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Estar A comic cabaret in five movements, about love, loss and pies. The Lounge Suite is written and performed by Chris Murphy as the glittering, yet poignant Estar, with Joanna Weinberg as Kiki on the keys and dramaturgy by Deborah Pollard. Estar is off the couch and back into the light! Estar is the alter ego of NZ/Australian performer Chris Murphy, who has been treading the boards for 35 years. A journey over the past five years, The Lounge Suite brings you brilliant, funny songs and the very best of Estar; pluck, pathos and pith. Audience participation Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Hairy B*stard

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Molly Farquhar Meet Magenta. This 20-something icon is confident, creative and incredibly hairy – particularly on her face. Tonight she's going on a date – perhaps he'll be the love of her life! Or perhaps he'll just stare at her moustache. Either way, its time to pop a pill (birth control), wax ya eyebrows and throw on a primarni dress, because tonight – this hairy bastard is hitting the town! This semi-autobiographical play is based around the writer's experience with hirsutism and PCOS. Full of lots of interactive, challenging and comedic moments – this one woman show is hair-raising! Audience participation, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

A Highly Suspect Murder Mystery: The Betray-tors

Theatre

Comedy

A Highly Suspect Murder Mystery: The Betray-tors

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Highly Suspect It’s the nation’s favourite game of murder, exile and ridiculous twists. But when a contestant is found dead having been literally hung drawn and quartered, can the killer be proven beyond treasonable doubt? Award-winning mystery maestros Highly Suspect return to the Fringe with a hilarious new interactive murder mystery for the audience to solve! Featuring a fiendish plot, evidence to examine, and cryptic clues to crack, can you deduce whodunnit? Fun, frivolity and fatalities guaranteed! Sold out 2021-2024. ‘Prepare to have your funny bones and little grey cells equally tickled!’ (BroadwayWorld.com). Audience participation

Theatre

Exhausted Paint: The Death of Van Gogh

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Flying Solo! Presents Join us for a tilt-a-whirl trip through the mind and letters of Vincent Van Gogh. A terrible spinning wheel controls the manic, blissful, bitter artist as he frantically relives the constant struggle and turbulence of his life. Disoriented, out of control, reeling from idea to idea, the soul-crushing, chaotic randomness of creation shapes a deep and dark vision of Van Gogh, a man who was so much more than a severed ear. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature Age category: 16+

Theatre

Anatomy of Pain

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Aoife Parr Anatomy of Pain is a powerful and unflinching exploration of the dysfunctional healthcare system, following Alex’s journey to seek a diagnosis for the rare and debilitating condition, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Through an intimate and emotional performance, the show explores the impact of clinicians’ unfamiliarity and lack of empathy when faced with rare conditions. Audiences are invited to witness the devastating impact this has on every facet of Alex’s life, from identity to relationships. Beautifully crafted and deeply moving, this interdisciplinary performance is a must-see for anyone seeking to understand the human cost of systemic failings. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Music

Folk

Caledonia

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elsa Jean McTaggart Highly skilled Scottish duo, Elsa McTaggart and Gary Lister, return to the Fringe to bring you the best of Scotland's folk and Celtic music. With their warmth and laughter, they create an atmosphere of ceilidh and craic, introducing music of old and threading it through modern arrangements and compositions with their many Celtic instruments and styles. Interspersed with storytelling and video footage, this is another gem of a show which will not disappoint. Garnering five-star reviews for every new production they have brought to the Fringe over the last 11 years, don’t miss this gem. None

Theatre

Comedy

The Bear

19 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

No Frills Theatre Company As well as being world-famous for classical full-length works like The Seagull, Uncle Vanya and The Cherry Orchard, Anton Chekhov was widely renowned for his short comedic plays known as vaudevilles. Written before he achieved worldwide success, these vaudevilles were short plays with a different style of humour and dialogue than were found in his later works. They explore the human condition, and the beauty, heartbreak and loneliness people experience. When a young widow, mourning the death of her husband, is visited by the irascible Smirnov demanding payment for her husband's debts, things take a surprisingly romantic turn. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

The Naked Neds

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

HI! Productions Paul’s about to be a dad, but doubt clouds his excitement. A night at the pub should be a distraction, yet Cammy’s suicide still lingers, unspoken but heavy. Struggling to move forward, the lads throw themselves into fundraising in his memory, desperate to make a difference. But when Paul finds a lump, fear grips him – fatherhood is no longer his only concern. Inspired by real events, The Naked Neds follows a group of Glasgow lads facing loss, life and NHS waiting lists. With nothing left to lose, they decide to bare all – the full monty! Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Cabaret

Magic

Dan Bastianelli: Identity

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Dan Bastianelli Magician Following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2023 and 2024, Dan Bastianelli brings a brand-new magic experience which uses sleight-of-hand, personal stories and honest deception to help explore the simple question: How can you know anything when you don't even know yourself? 'Bastianelli is a very skilled performer' \*\*\*\* (WorldMagicReview.com). 'Dazzling' (Edinburgh Evening News). Audience participation Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

As We Face the Sun

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Limelight Theatre Group As We Face the Sun is a moving and uplifting exploration of friendship and the passage of time. The story follows a group of West London classmates who, after the tragic loss of a friend, hold an annual party in her honour. As they transition from teenagers into adulthood, the gatherings become a reflection of shared memories and growth. Bought to life by talented West London drama students, the narrative reminds us of why we hold onto things and how we might start to let go. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Frozen Love: A Buckingham Nicks Story

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

ERA Theatrical Productions Frozen Love: A Buckingham Nicks Story, is the true story of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham’s rocky road to joining Fleetwood Mac. The creators of the piece, Georgie Banks and Jake Byrom, intertwine songs from Stevie and Lindsey’s scarcely-known debut duo album Buckingham Nicks and also show how some of the world’s favourite Fleetwood Mac songs came about. Their relationship during their time with Fleetwood Mac is infamous, but before that performance of Silver Springs, at the heart of it, they were madly in love and would do whatever it took for the music. Nudity, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Is This Normal?

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Ansa Edim (Performer), Sriya Sarkar (Director) Following its four-star debut at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024, award-winning storyteller Ansa Edim returns with Is This Normal? A shockingly true, uncomfortably cringe storytelling show drawn from her real-life dating disasters, heartbreaks, and hard-won lessons. With humour and vulnerability, Is This Normal? unpacks the highs and lows of love, societal expectations, and the messy path to self-acceptance. Is This Normal? is a compelling, unforgettable journey of embracing power, breaking free from norms and finding joy in a beautifully imperfect story. Scenes of a sexual nature Age category: 16+

Supermarket 86

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Company Dream House Producers: Mia Pelosi and Ellie Aslanian Supermarket 86 follows five girls who get stuck in a supermarket overnight, all connected in ways they may not yet realise. Before the power goes out, the cashier's ex-girlfriend walks in. Set in 2007 Upstate New York, the show is a character-driven dramedy featuring five complicated, lonely young women pushed to confront their unwanted realities and uncertain futures. Fundamentally, the show is about the desire to connect and how, sometimes, you are forced to find connection in places that initially seem mundane and stagnant. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Brainrot

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Mon Espoir X The Avoi(D)ance ‘Brain rot occurs when a person habitually replaces themself with easily consumable content. The environment we inhabit online is hostile, feeding on our engagement.’ Welcome to the Oswald Space Programme. The next step in human. Our crew are jetting away in the latest spaceship, bound to find adventure with the whole universe at their fingertips. Your time is a gift... Give it to us. Expect an eclectic mix of people, media, movement, a musical number, guttural screams, timely poetics, unintelligible jargon, looking at cheese, eating light and fighting the grip of the Bestia Uwagi. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Lost Property

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Amelia Dunn / Tuia Suter Set on a morning tram commute, Lost Property is a one-woman show following Alice, an unrelenting optimist, on a quest to reclaim a lost possession. Retracing her steps over the past year, she's forced to confront recent decisions and untangle her morphed view of womanhood to recover what she's lost. Blending absurd comedy with poignant reflections on solidarity, Lost Property asks: what do women truly owe each other? \*\*\*\*\* 'An extraordinary and vital piece of theatre' (StageWhispers.com.au). \*\*\*\*\* 'Clever, hilarious, and poignant' (Tagg.com.au). \*\*\*\* 'A smart, sensitive treatise on how we relate to each other' (TheatreMatters.com.au). Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

In His Own Image

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Bottoms Up Theatre Bottoms Up Theatre is back with their trademark devising process, taking aim at masculinities past and present. What do you think made a man 400 years ago? And how do you think he’d survive Scottish society today? Based on director Ashley Brown’s PhD research and the cast’s own experiences, In His Own Image puts Scottish masculinity under the spotlight. Expect egos, conflicts and some truly questionable decisions from our host of historically-inspired and hopelessly-opinionated characters. Maybe Scotland’s past isn’t as left behind as we think. Come see what happens when rigorous scholarship meets creative abandon. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Shallowspace Cryotech Feverdream

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Elastic Fantastic A disembodied artificially intelligent voice awakens August deep in space. In a daze, she confronts her reality – one of the last human beings floating in the void, guiding the archive of civilisation towards its destination in the far beyond. Frozen blood. Coolant in your veins. Every moment of human history preserved in digital hyperspace. Memories become data. Routine becomes regimen, yet somehow, your limbs feel… wrong? A new trans sci-fi body horror play exploring humanity's legacy in the stars. Praise for Elastic Fantastic's previous work: 'Absolutely Flawless' \*\*\*\*\* (EdFringeReview.com). 'Mesmerising' \*\*\*\* (AllEdinburghTheatre.com). 'Genuinely Exciting' (Scotsman). Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Musical

Shake It Away: The Ann Miller Story

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Kayla Boye On a soundstage at the 1970 MGM studio auction, Ann Miller revisits the Golden Age of Hollywood and discovers her second act as a Broadway star. A love letter to entertainment, starring Kayla Boye (Call Me Elizabeth, 2023 Fringe sell-out). None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Who We Become Part 2: Breakfast at the Track / A Poster of the Cosmos by Lanford Wilson

2 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Deep Flight Productions Two one-act plays by an acclaimed playwright. In the first, a married couple’s early-morning clash in a hotel room offers a witty look at the complexities of marriage. The second, a monologue, shifts to a Manhattan police station, where a tense interrogation about a mysterious crime evolves into a poignant meditation on love and commitment. Contrasting in tone yet deeply connected, these plays explore human relationships with Wilson’s signature depth and nuance. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

Faustine: A Dissertation. A Confession. A Mental Breakdown

Theatre

Musical

Faustine: A Dissertation. A Confession. A Mental Breakdown

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Lydia Brinkmann, Sarah Norcross Theater Anywhere Faustine: A Dissertation. A Confession. A Mental Breakdown. Faustine is excited to share her dissertation with you, but all is not what it seems. She’s sold her soul to the devil in exchange for her brilliant thesis. Faustine lied, cheated and murdered to get here, and she won’t go back. This solo musical critique of academia, ambition and class (coming to you from a sold-out NYC run) is equal parts Xiu Xiu and Sondheim, Heathers and Hedda Gabler, pedestrian and academic, and hilarious and horrifying. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Sauna Boy

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Dan Ireland-Reeves Dan works at the UK's most successful and infamous gay sauna. A place where men from all walks of life come to relax, socialise and most importantly... f*ck. Join Dan as he navigates a hidden world of lust, friendship and unorthodox working relationships. From multi award-winning writer and performer, Dan Ireland-Reeves, comes a semi-autobiographical look behind the curtain of one of the world's most secretive and seductive industries. Pulsing with frenetic energy and laced with sexual tension, Sauna Boy is guaranteed to touch you in more ways than one. Winner of Oscar Wilde Award for Best Writing 2024. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing

A Walking Shadow

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Eimear Eve Regan A lyrical, haunting meditation on womanhood, loss and the weight of tradition. Woven with Irish folklore and mysticism, it moves like a dream: fluid, poetic and deeply visceral. Shadows flicker between past and present, the living and the dead, as voices rise in lament and revelation. The rhythm of firelight, water and whispered tales pulses through the piece, drawing the audience into a world both tender and unforgiving. It is a story of resilience and ruin, where grief is embodied and shame lingers like mist over the land. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 16+

Comedy

Stand-up

Diya Shah? Diya Shahn't

19 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Diya Shah Join former Pointless contestant and Cambridge Footlight Diya Shah for her Edinburgh Fringe debut one-woman show! Aged just 22, she’s faced enough humbling events to last a lifetime, which she’s processing through the healthy medium of stand-up comedy. Don’t miss the opportunity to laugh with (and definitely not at) Diya as she weighs up her highest highs, lowest lows and greatest humiliations, and debates whether or not these warrant an early retirement from comedy. It’s time for her to decide once and for all to Shah or to Shahn’t. ‘Born for this stage’ \*\*\*\* (Varsity). Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Theatre

Who We Become Part 1: The Moonshot Tape by Lanford Wilson

1 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Deep Flight Productions A one-act play by a Pulitzer Prize winner. In this compelling monologue, Diane, a successful writer, has returned to her hometown to assist her aging mother. As she responds to the questions of an unseen local journalist, her answers weave a poignant tale of self-discovery. Written with typical Wilson poetic storytelling and raw emotion, it explores the flashpoints in life where choices are made and destinies are altered. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Strong language/swearing

Comedy

Improv

Out of My Wheelhouse

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Nora Dell / OOMW Productions Like watching Whose Line Is It Anyway masquerading as a theatrical play. 45 minutes of controlled chaos as comedians are pitted against challenges determined by the audience and a spinning wheel. Each night has a surprise immersive theme! Hot off a hit-run in Washington DC, this show will leave you feeling like you just saw Chappell Roan come out of a life-sized apple bong dressed as the Statue of Liberty for the first time; overcome with awe and disbelief. It pushes the boundaries between performance art, improv, sketch and game show. More is more. Audience participation, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Musical

Disney's Newsies JR

4 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Stage Skool Live Get ready for a high-energy, show-stopping musical performed by our incredibly talented young cast! Newsies Jr tells the inspiring true story of young newspaper sellers who stand up against injustice, featuring unforgettable songs, thrilling choreography, and a heartwarming message of resilience and unity. This dynamic production brings the streets of New York to life with powerful performances, stunning vocals, and electrifying dance numbers. Filled with passion, determination, and youthful energy, this is a show you won’t want to miss. Join us as we Seize the Day and bring this Broadway hit to life! None

4's a Crowd (Or What Not to Do When Stuck in a Bunker During the Apocalypse)

Theatre

Comedy

4's a Crowd (Or What Not to Do When Stuck in a Bunker During the Apocalypse)

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

The Fiascoholics Ever wondered what happens when a LadBible-loving geezer, a pretentious C-List actor, a sadomasochist Wotsit-lover and an overbearing faux-liberal billionaire get thrown under the supervision of a Welsh boy-scout leader in one confined space after a catastrophic nuclear war? 4’s a Crowd is a new comedy play that follows the idiots left behind after the world ends. And with communications down and supplies dwindling, a deadly debate ensues: who's getting thrown out? Oh, and two of them are claiming to be the same person... Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Comedy

Stand-up

Behind the Laughter

20 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2025

Henry (Churniavsky) Churney and Laugh For Life Comedy Behind the Laughter is the journey of a mental wellbeing teaching course. Come and see how this comedy course has helped these six individuals (many more have benefitted!) with their own individual issues as they bring you their own original comedy performance, to show how comedy has helped them in life by improving their confidence, their mental health and to feel part of a community again. Laugh For Life Comedy charity in conjunction with Care Merseyside charity will show you how mental wellbeing and stand-up comedy work in harmony using social prescribing at its best. None Age category: 16+

Theatre

Tell Me Where Home Is (I'm Starting to Forget)

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Michael DeBartolo Glinda the good witch is full of shit! We never had the power to go home all along… or did we? From licking Jessica Rabbit’s tits on the TV screen to falling head over heels for his straight best friend, Michael DeBartolo takes you through the pubescent anguish of his formative years, a journey that exposes the dark recesses of the queer mind. Will he ever learn that home isn't somewhere over the rainbow? Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Physical Theatre

Does Anyone Else Smell Curry?

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Kiren Virdee Does anyone else smell curry? It was said by a friend. A joke. I said nothing. Worse. I laughed. Why did I laugh? Meet Kiren. British. Punjabi? Sikh? In that order? And more? Through spoken word, movement, media, verbatim and lip sync, this show explores the British South Asian experience in all its confusing complexity. How do we see ourselves? How do others see us? Are we not more than curry?! Join us for what audiences have described as a ‘raw’, ‘relevant’ ‘reclamation of pain’ which ‘deserves a wider audience and a bright future’. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information References to racism, mental health and self-harm. Age category: 12+

Comedy

Physical Theatre

Eggs and Baskets

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

ERA Theatre Co – Bethany Agaoglu and Nell Sternberg Self-love. Self-awareness. Self-sabotage. Two Jewish girls in their 20s are on a mission to achieve feminist perfection, but a series of man-shaped obstacles make their journey almost impossible. Admirable in their attempts, we see two sister-like girls do everything within their power to become the best versions of themselves. Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Strong language/swearing

Music

Storytelling

Celtic Roots

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Kevin Littlejohn and Right Here Productions North East Scotland-born international singer Kevin Littlejohn takes his audiences through a musical journey of some of his favourite Celtic songs that remind him of his family, his heritage and his home. Kevin's endearing stage presence and impressive talent for storytelling makes for a truly captivating experience. Featuring Kevin's mesmerising vocals and a live fiddle player, Celtic Roots celebrates heritage through familiar classics and newer melodies that will evoke fond memories and connect us all to our own roots and the places we call home. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 12+

Dance

Invisible Lover

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Roseline (Jingyuan) Zhang Zilin Liu Invisible Lover is an interdisciplinary contemporary dance theatre performance exploring self-construction and the interplay between visual arts and movement. 'I have never been just myself; I am a product of both myself and the people around me,' the piece navigates relationships, memory and the invisible forces that shape us. Blurring the boundaries between body, space and visual expression, Invisible Lover invites audiences to experience identity as a dynamic, ever-evolving creation. Audience participation

Theatre

Musical

New York, New York

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

BL Productions This quirky new musical follows New York newbie Joe on his journey from Ohio to the big city, where he meets long lost friend Bonnie after many years. When Joe’s luck finally runs out, he turns to Bonnie to try and navigate his new life in New York. After years of being stuck in New York as a failing actress, can Bonnie find new freedom on her journey to becoming a star or will she stumble yet again and make her back to Ohio. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

The Infant

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Fred and Bert Theatre A child has been murdered. His catatonic young mother now sits before two officers, awaiting her interrogation in 1974 Arkansas. Opposite her sits June, a psychic interrogator tasked with uncovering the truth behind this reprehensible crime. As June uses her abilities to gain visions of the event, a startling revelation takes the investigation in an entirely new direction. Her psychic mind is tested as she faces a terrifying question – can she truly be certain that her reality is the objective one? More importantly, can you? Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Comedy

Articulate

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Finn Hoegh-Guldberg and Penelope Gordon What happens when two overly interconnected share houses go head-to-head in an epic, highly anticipated boardgame showdown? The miniature trophy prize and the prospect of a framed photo of the opposing house on their fridge seems trivial, but there’s more at stake. Simmering under the surface are tensions, hardcore competitiveness and unresolved conflicts. Six young adults with a myriad of quirks that make them either the perfect teammate or a recipe for disaster and hilarity ensues! When the chips are down and victory is near, everyone will do whatever it takes to win. What will be revealed? Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Dance

art* / a:t / noun

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

LIPA Independent Project art* / a:t / noun delves into the conflict between artistic authenticity and the desire for external validation. Through dance, media projections and thought-provoking visuals, it challenges the idea of commercial success, questioning whether one should compromise creative integrity for popularity or financial gain. We seek to find this answer alongside others who are struggling with the same question and get ready to have an advantage in this industry. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting

Theatre

Strangers and Revelations

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Unshaded Arts 'People can be strange and scary and complicated, up and down like the tides…' Zodwa and Malcolm, two Zimbabweans in London who meet for their first date in unusual circumstances: at Malcolm’s house. They size each other up, connecting and debating over shared cultural understandings and experiences, ultimately revealing more about themselves than they bargained for once they start to uncover deep, staggering truths about the other. The debut play by Zimbabwean playwright Chiedza Rwodzi, Strangers and Revelations is a striking and provocative exploration of relationships (between men and women), mythology and trauma through an African lens. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence Age category: 14+

Comedy

Closure Cabaret

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Maria Ansdell Distinguished guests, sweethearts and scoundrels, dreamers and ghosters, welcome. Tonight, your ever-optimistic emcee Razmatastic invites you to share the saga of her love life and the twisted world of modern dating. In this debut clown show, see bygone exes brought to the stage for their very final performance, each taking the spotlight with improbable charm and debatable talent. A vaudevillian spoof and emotional exorcism in one, hold on tight as we try to let go; at the Closure Cabaret, we summon the spirits of romantic misadventures and dance on the smouldering ashes of love lost and longed for. Audience participation Age category: 16+

Theatre

Musical

HMS Pinafore

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

University of St Andrews Gilbert and Sullivan Society One of Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular shows – HMS Pinafore is a comedic operetta. On a British naval ship (the HMS Pinafore) the Captain's daughter, Josephine, rejects her betrothal to a Lord, as she has fallen in love with lowly sailor, Ralph. Trapped between social expectation and true love with nowhere to run, chaos ensues on a ship filled with sailors, secrets and hidden agendas. As the truth becomes exposed, will Josephine be able to stay with her true love, or will rank triumph? After all, neither the ocean nor true love's course ever did run smooth. None

Theatre

Sex and God

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Four Door Theatre Step into the captivating world of this powerful and provocative play by Linda McLean. This unflinching exploration delves into the complexities of faith, desire and human connection. Through gripping performances and thought-provoking dialogue, Sex and God challenges the boundaries of love, religion and identity. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey into the heart of what it means to be a woman, in every version of society. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing

Unravel

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Mon Espoir There is no journey more uncertain than new parenthood, especially when you’ve never been given an example. The scatterbrained Arya and her baby discover a Voice has invaded their flat demanding Arya make an unimaginable sacrifice that will change the course of history. How might any reasonable person be convinced to complete such an unspeakable task? Where in the universe did this Voice come from? Why does he talk like an ancient god but still know the Backstreet Boys? A dark comedic drama that explores postpartum psychosis, generational trauma and self-discovery with raw emotion and sharp humour. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Books

Comedy

The Beat Goes On

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

The Glummer Twins David Harmer and Ray Globe, the irrepressible Glummer Twins, are back with an irreverent trawl through the eight decades that made them what they are today. Old. Stand-up, spoken word, comedy and music from the Beat Generation. ’You absolutely won’t regret spending an hour in their company’ (FringeGuru.com). 'A perfect double act' (Chris Neville Smith). 'A completely different take on stand-up. Seriously clever and very funny’ (Buxton Fringe). None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Casino?

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

State ae That Theatre Casino? follows the lives of four restaurant workers down on their luck struggling in a minimum wage job in a capitalist world gone mad. A comedic tale on one of societies unfunny topics. From drunken nights at the casino to hungover shifts, the staff pine for the days the graft will have been worth it. The play offers a comment on capitalism and how when you do reach the top, the system can’t change so people do. Is materialism worth the sacrifice of who you are? Will a drunken night change their lives forever? Strong language/swearing, More information Reference to drug usage Age category: 16+

Dance

Elements

7 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Paige Luisa Dance Company Embark on a journey through the four natural elements – Air, Water, Fire and Earth – brought to life through the artistry of contemporary dance. Experience the breathtaking beauty and terrifying force of these elements as they are embodied on stage, guided by the celestial energies they represent. From serene breezes to roaring flames, this performance will captivate your senses and leave you in awe. With influences drawn from contemporary, hip-hop and glimpses of folk dance, Elements weaves a story of harmony, power and darkness. A chillingly beautiful artwork, prepare to be compelled as the essence of nature unfolds. None

Theatre

The King of Hollywood

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Issyman Productions Before Tom Cruise, Cary Grant or Clark Gable, Douglas Fairbanks was the King Of Hollywood! Doug was a remarkable actor and gifted visionary. Alongside his wife Mary Pickford and his best friend Charlie Chaplin, he is responsible for the movie industry as we know it today. Doug single-handedly invented the action movie and was instrumental in the creation of the Oscars, Beverley Hills and even Batman! The King Of Hollywood tells the story of his rise and fall which is more astonishing than any movie! None Age category: 14+

Theatre

Cabaret

Magic

Shakespeare: Master of the Mind

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Lorenzo 'Renz' Novani Shakespeare's extraordinary ability to understand and articulate the diverse thoughts, emotions and experiences of his characters has imbued his words in our everyday language and imprinted his stories on our minds. Shakespeare: Master of the Mind is an enchanting mentalism show that celebrates the genius of William Shakespeare through the art of psychological illusion. Watch in awe as two members of the audience are impossibly connected over the story of Romeo and Juliet, marvel at the power of premonition as we summon the three witches of Macbeth. Audience participation Age category: 14+

Theatre

Watch Me Die!

18 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

The Dead Fool Society Crack out the pre-drinks for Shakespeare after dark. Loud, lawless, and laced with naughty bits, this is rave theatre: performance, film, stand-up and pounding basslines, dragging Shakespeare into a civil war where star-crossed love and vengeance make their scene. Darkly comic and drenched in Northern poetry, it spits in the face of tradition while reclaiming Shakespeare as the king of the nob gag. Accessible, anarchic and unapologetically alive, Watch Me Die! is here to shake up the Fringe. No quills, no corsets – just raw, riotous theatre perfect for thrill seekers. Supported by Junction Goole. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing, More information All performances will be sur-titled.

Theatre

Musical

My Sweetheart and Me

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Suntree Productions Set in 1969 in the Suntree Bar, My Sweetheart and Me is a light-hearted romantic comedy stage musical that follows three couples navigating love, heartbreak and hilarity in the fictional sleepy town of Cheerysville, Northern Ireland. Yvonne is fed up with her reckless husband Sammy, while Ruby and Cyril's marriage faces collapse. Geeky Bookworm Bob woos Sheena but faces competition from charming rogue Dandy Dan. Unless Sheena's best friend Barbara intervenes! As barman Frank keeps the drinks flowing, romance and chaos unfold. Featuring fantastic original songs, this feel-good show is sure to leave you smiling! More information This stage musical reflects some of the standards, language and attitudes of its time. Age category: 12+

Theatre

Musical

Jack

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Not a Plot Productions (OUDS) Jack is a queer, gothic and punky new musical based on the tale of Jack the Ripper – the unidentified serial killer who terrorised London in 1888 – and the women he targeted. This hard-hitting production follows his final victim, Mary Kelly, throughout the police investigation led by the determined PC Alfie Foster. This immersive show captures the essence of Victorian London in a chokehold of frenzied fear. Come with us as we uncover: who is Jack the Ripper? Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Comedy

Stand-up

History

Abby Denton: My Favorite Loser

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Abby Denton In 1904, the first modern Olympic marathon was run in los Estados Unidos's deep south at the height of summer. Due to the heat, the muddy water and the dust in the air, half of the runners were hospitalised. In fourth place came humble, working-class postman Felix Carvajal, a little man with a big mustache. Abby Denton's show breaks down the politics of 1904 to explain why Felix Carvajal is, in fact, one of her favourite men ever to walk the earth, who deserves a statue in every park. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

End of the World FM

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Kevin Martin Murphy / Wandering Artist Collective An absurdist one-man show which follows a radio host through the apocalypse as he descends into isolation and madness. A high octane, dark comedy on the encroaching sense of dread that is polluting our doom scrolling timelines. Imaginary guests, satire-filled news commentary and a meditation on how we recover after disaster strikes. A cross between Black Mirror, Mock the Week and Tim Key. Winner of Best New Writing at Wandsworth Arts Fringe 2023. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Comedy

Waiting for Elvis

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Plush Tiger Productions March 3, 1960. Elvis is returning to the US after completing his military service in Germany. His flight stops at Prestwick Airport for refuelling. Margaret Rutherford (the definitive Miss Marple) while waiting in the departure lounge for her London flight, meets Elvis fan Albert hoping to glimpse the King. A new play by Clara Nel Haddon. Previous productions include Noiseless & Patient: ‘Beautiful and lyrical’ (FringeGuru.com). Sisu: ‘A brilliant hidden Fringe gem’ (Joe Lycett on twitter 2016). Hive: ‘Intimate and enthralling’ (EdinburghGuide.com). When Kurt Met Thora: ‘As an imagined piece of entertainment folklore, it’s priceless’ (TheStage.co.uk). None Age category: 12+

Comedy

Knightclub

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Spruce Moose Comedy Join disgraced monks Tamothy and Brother Jack on their quest to becoming knights, after being banished from their monastery for starting an underground ‘Knightclub’ with only one rule... Can the holy pair put their training to use in the real world? Can they win the king's favour, and outsmart the dastardly French? A hilarious new comedy play packed full of tomfoolery, tournaments and temptation, by former Footlights regulars and the creators of Pirates: You Wouldn’t Steal A Boat, \*\*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). Audience participation, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Comedy

The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon

1 Aug 2025 - 8 Aug 2025

New Voices Two narrators attempt to recreate all 209 fairytales of the Brothers Grimm in a wild, fast-paced extravaganza. To make it more difficult, they attempt to combine them into one gigantic fable using Rapunzel, Rumpelstiltskin, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and other more obscure stories like Lean Lisa and The Devil's Grandmother. The results are complete mayhem that will leave audiences falling out of their seats! Audience participation, More information Some characters die or are killed in the show but it will be more akin to cartoon violence (a la Loony toons).

Theatre

The General Will

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

The Salvador Kent Company As their approval ratings fall to an all-time low, Sir Prime Minister Kevin and his Junior try to make some decisions the people will actually like. Meanwhile, two Gen-Zers rehearse a play about political futures, but they aren't checking the news. As events become increasingly surreal and violent, ideas become vaguer, and the future looks bleaker. A play that interrogates our choices of resistance, survival and self-progress in crises, The General Will is bombastic, anxious, stupid, lyrical and melancholy as it explores a future of our country, our politics, and our generation. And they're all clowns. Audience participation, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Once Upon a Bridge

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Clare Moss, Gurmej Virk, Luke Willis. The Lace Market Theatre A tale for a modern age: early one morning on Putney Bridge, three strangers' lives collided for one fleeting second. Inspired by real events, Once Upon a Bridge weaves a tale about human triumph and frailty, about the power of destiny and chance, and why sometimes we choose to hate and other times, we choose to dance. Sonya Kelly's critically acclaimed play was premiered in The Mick Lally Theatre, Galway in February 2021. This adaptation from the Lace Market Theatre was met with critical and public acclaim following a UK tour. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Human Nature

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Saturn Theatre Company In the seemingly peaceful town of Little Heath, the shocking murder of a local boy pulls seven unsuspecting residents into an emergency meeting. The twist? Everyone is a suspect – the teacher, the vicar, the schoolboy, even the doctor. Secrets are about to unravel in Little Heath’s town hall, and nothing is as it seems. Human Nature is a gripping murder mystery full of twists, perfect for cosy crime lovers who enjoy a good whodunit. With descriptions of gore, bullying, and moderate language, this play is intended for audiences 12+. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Music

Piaf and Brel: The Impossible Concert

1 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Melanie Gall presents Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel: two French musical icons who sang of romance and heartbreak and lived passionate, dramatic lives. But they didn't ever appear onstage together – until now! This impossible concert features internationally acclaimed singer Melanie Gall. With Amsterdam, Milord, La Vie en Rose, and other French classics. Piaf and Brel has been performed in over 12 countries. Chosen to be part of the Fringe Encore series and awarded an off-Broadway run at SoHo Playhouse in New York City. 'Impeccable performance!' \*\*\*\*\* (GlamAdelaide.com.au) \*\*\*\*\* (Winnipeg Free Press). Sold-out Edinburgh Fringe runs 2017-2018. None Age category: 12+

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