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Theatre

Musical

Dunhuang

1 Aug 2025 - 14 Aug 2025

CCS Musical Theatre Step into the world of Dunhuang, where the ancient Silk Road meets the present, and centuries-old murals come alive. Follow A-Lai, a modern-day student, as she uncovers the secrets of Dunhuang's ancient caves and is thrust into a mystical journey alongside Liansheng, a mysterious figure from the past. As they delve deeper into the history of the murals, they are faced with life-altering choices that test the limits of sacrifice and destiny. Blending history, art, and spiritual exploration, Dunhuang offers a visually stunning and emotionally compelling journey that explores what we leave behind for future generations. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Cabin Fever

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Fresh !nk Theatre Company After a sell-out Fringe run in 2024, Fresh !nk Theatre Company returns with a sky-high spectacle! This must-see two-person show is a hilarious theatrical journey set 30,000 feet above the Atlantic. Join us on an unforgettable flight from London Heathrow to LAX, where two actors seamlessly shift between the disruptive passengers to the pilots in the cockpit. This relatable comedy takes turbulence to a whole new level, showcasing universal travel experiences we are all too familiar with! From unexpected friendships to in-flight shenanigans, buckle up for an unmissable joyride delivering an uproarious experience as the characters' stories unfold. None

Music

The Fleetwood Mac Story

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows After three consecutive sold-out runs, the celebration of the 120-million-album selling supergroup returns to Fringe. Features The Chain, Everywhere, Dreams and more delivered by Alex Beharrell, Maia Elsy, Sara Leane and the Night Owl Band. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won awards and standing ovations worldwide. Experience the emotion and euphoria of Fleetwood. Don't miss Night Owl's flagship show which is sure to sell out with every show ending in a rapturous standing ovation. Winner of the Adelaide Fringe Weekly Music Award. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Garden Party – Truman Capote's Black and White Celebration

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Kulturscio'k Live Art Collective A mysterious investigation of the great American writer, inspired by his scandalous life and the Black and White ball he hosted at the Plaza Hotel. A provocative journey through success, sabotage, addiction and true crime, from Garden City to New York. This adaptation, with original music, plunges the audience into a dangerous conflict where art and life are intertwined. Social hypocrisy, class power, gossip and murder are the guests of honour at a garden party worthy of Truman Capote. A new work by Kulturscio’k International Live Art Collective. Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Theatre

Baron Vordenburg's Guide to the Paranormal

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Dark Pony Productions We cordially invite you, monster hunter, to an unforgettable night. The world-renowned paranormal expert Baron Vordenburg and his helpers, Gothic and Grotesque, give away trade secrets and expertise on hunting the unknown. The first in a series of lectures, the Baron tackles the most cunning creatures of the night. Please RSVP as seats are limited for this most-special event. Photo and book signings will be available before and after the symposium. Your safety is our concern. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing

Music

Paris in a Jazz Age: The Memoirs of Eloise Defleur

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

The Hot Jazz Vagabonds Musical memories from a Parisian cafe. A journey through the vibrant swing scene of the 20s, 30s and 40s. Relive the songs, clubs and atmosphere of Paris in the Jazz Age, told by Eloise DeFleur, (Airlie Scott) and her talented band as she sifts through the music, her love story and tales of her Parisian life. A hot jazz blend of gypsy jazz, early swing, French chanson, blues and American songbook classics popular in Paris from the roaring twenties through occupation to liberation at the end of WWII. More information References to WWII and grief,

Theatre

Life Cycle of a Star

4 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Carthage College Theatre When they were four years old, Anna and Lily promised to be best friends for life, to sit side by side next to each other in their wheelchairs in the nursing home. But can a childhood promise survive the forces of time and space? Life Cycle of a Star presents the friendship of Anna and Lily 'against the life of the stars,' taking us on a journey through time, from prom to the nursing home, on cross-country and intergalactic space expeditions. Life Cycle of a Star asks: can you really promise someone a lifetime? Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 12+

Music

Simon & Garfunkel and Beyond

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows From their years as the most successful duo of all time and beyond to their solo hits, journey through the careers of two all-time greats. The Sound of Silence, The Boxer, Bright Eyes, 50 Ways, Call Me Al and more. Presented by Dan Clews (endorsed by Sir George Martin) and Night Owls latest recruit, Peter Marchant, two artists with spellbinding instrumental and vocal mastery. A perfect match to express the ethereal music of the greatest pop duo of all time and the music they created beyond their celebrated duo years. None Age category: 12+

Music

The Rise of The Eagles

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Track The Eagles from their early days as Linda Ronstatd’s backing band to their crowning as the 70s biggest band. Take It Easy, Hotel California, Desperado and more from Alex Beharrell and the Night Owl Band. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won awards and sold out shows worldwide. Take one of the wildest rides in rock culture as you join Alex and his band on this meteoric journey from humble beginnings to one of the most important bands of the decade. None Age category: 12+

Music

The Story of Sting and The Police

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Angus Munro and Night Owl Shows present this award-winning show with classics Every Breath You Take, Roxane, Message in a Bottle, Fields of Gold and more. Night Owl Shows bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won them awards worldwide. Experience the raw energy of the early Police, their passage to superstardom and Sting’s solo journey. All brought to life by the charismatic Angus Munro, who will wow you with his 4-octave range. Adelaide Weekly Music Winner and Derek Awards Best Voice. None Age category: 12+

Dance

pAges

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Suitcase Dance Theatre We’re back with a brand-new show, after the dazzling run of our 2024 show that earned four stars and Pick of the Fringe from Mervyn Stutter! Journal entries come to life through the company’s unique, dynamic fusion of tap, ballet, and contemporary choreography, enhanced by spoken word, props and puppetry. pAges tells the story of what happens when you dare to pursue the life of your dreams in a world that demands conformity. Depicting a lifelong journey from childhood awe to heartbreak, resilience and the quest for self-discovery, pAges is powerful, heartfelt theatre for those who dare to dream! None

Music

The Billy Joel Story

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Journey through the life and music of the 150 million record-selling Piano Man in this uplifting show. Piano Man, Uptown Girl and Always a Woman brought to life by Angus Munro and the award-winning Night Owl Shows. They bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won them awards and sold-out shows worldwide. Munro’s incredible storytelling will take you on a journey, as he documents the songs' origins and links them to the music through his passionate interpretations of one of the greatest back catalogues. None Age category: 12+

Music

The Elton John Story

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows The awe-inspiring journey of one of the all-time musical greats delivered by one of the UK’s finest, Angus Munro and Night Owl Shows. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won them awards and sold out shows worldwide. Angus Munro and Night Owl’s incredible Night Owl Band will light up your Fringe with piano-led, full-band renditions of the anthems that made Reg Dwight one of the world’s biggest stars. You’re promised an incredible show of singing along and dancing in the aisles. None Age category: 12+

Music

The Carole King and James Taylor Story

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Journey through these two remarkable, intertwined careers. I Feel The Earth Move, Natural Woman, You've Got A Friend and more presented by Will Sharp and Hannah Richards. Night Owl bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has gained them international recognition. This remarkable show links every song with stories that demonstrate the importance of love and friendship in not only Carole and James’ lives but all our lives! You’ll leave with a tear in your eye and a heart full of joy. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Baker Street Ladies

2 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Slade Wolfe Enterprises Limited Sherlock Holmes is not at home this evening. Neither is his friend and colleague Dr Watson. Mr Holmes is rarely home unless knee-deep in a case (and unavailable anyway) or otherwise desperately waiting for a good one to come along. But on this particular evening, whatever the case, he is elsewhere. Three ladies, all with strong ties to the great detective, one after another, are drawn towards and into 221b Baker Street in the hope of finding him at home. None

Kids

Here Comes Gudong

4 Aug 2025 - 6 Aug 2025

Roarrrr Theatre Here Comes Gudong! Where mystery roars and legends soar! This summer, unleash curiosity in a whirlwind adventure where myths collide and laughter rules! When a thunderous Gudong rattles the jungle, join Explorer Monkey and her quirky crew to crack the code. Is it Jingwei’s ancient cry, Nordic trolls’ burps or clock factories exploding? Dive into a sensory symphony of puppetry and live-camera wizardry, weaving east Asian folklore with western fables. Bursting with heart, humor and hands-on magic, this interactive quest turns families into myth-busters. Don’t just watch... sleuth, solve and soar. Curiosity is calling – Gudong! Audience participation

Drama Girls

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Drama Girls Company Ever wondered what turns your favourite stars into household names? The exact conditions that formed their rise to the top? Take a peek into the outrageously elite world of prestigious drama training, where talent is polished, egos are inflated and bank accounts drained. Equal parts sharp satire and painful realisations, Drama Girls invites you to laugh, cry and cheer for three women chasing dreams in a world that promises everything, but guarantees nothing. Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Film

Visual art

Nightpiece Film Festival

19 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Nightpiece Media Champions of the filmmaking talent the mainstream ignores, Nightpiece is a portal to the reality of independent filmmaking. In 2025, Nightpiece Film Festival, with no funding or external sponsorship in sight, enters its 12th season. We've screened over 370 short films from the UK and rest of the world since 2014 and usually we're premiering a feature or two on launch. We schedule thematically with five nights of curated programming sourced from submissions entered via FilmFreeway. Hosted by prolific film director Al Carretta – come and support the Fringe's premier independent short film festival. Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Royal Pigeon Mail

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

University of York DramaSoc. A comedy set in a post office using carrier pigeons in the run-up to a debate on whether to keep the pigeon post alive or not. Tensions run high between two employees on opposing sides of the debate, as the very fate of pigeon mail is in the balance. Come on down to help save our pigeon mail (or do it in), this short play invites us into a novel yet familiar world. Audience participation Age category: 12+

Comedy

The End

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Anja Schwarzbauer Anja is a 19-year-old college student who just can’t f@%$ing take it anymore. Honest, sardonic and hopeful, The End is an eccentric one-woman coming of age comedy navigating Anja’s fateful semester studying in Dublin, and the epic realisation that anything can be funny – even when you are knee-deep in an identity crisis and your mother is neck-deep in relapse. Written and directed by Anja Schwarzbauer. Starring Anja Schwarzbauer. About Anja Schwarzbauer. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing

Theatre

Musical

Mad About the Boys

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Wêla Kapela Productions 'Think of a suave, urbane style that reigned in theatre and the movies during the 20s and 30s. Think of cigarettes, smoking jackets and cocktails. Think of cynical epigrams and sexy, witty, world-weary songs. This ode to the quintessential Englishman Noel Coward, dapper American playboy Cole Porter and debonair Welshman Ivor Novello, is stylish entertainment at its best, a series of vignettes of each of the 'Boys' and, of course, the songs that made them immortal. 'It is a sophisticated and simply elegant' (Billy Suter). Scenes of a sexual nature Age category: 14+

Books

Steve Richards Presents Rock and Roll Politics

10 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Steve Richards More than a year after the UK general election, the political mood feels very different from last summer… Keir Starmer’s government has had a wobbly start, but so has Kemi Badenoch, Reform makes hay, the SNP dares to hope again and Trump is back. Time to make sense of all the new epic dramas and characters in this legendary festival show. A different show every day, including unreliable predictions, Question Time and much more. Audience participation Age category: 12+

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

Eric Davidson's Traditional Pish and Chips

Comedy

Poetry

Books

Eric Davidson's Traditional Pish and Chips

15 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Eric Davidson Eric returns with more fast paced, topical and highly enjoyable parody, poetry and blether. This is my 18th year on the bounce performing with SpaceUK at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It is always a thrill to perform at the city of my birth in August. It's the audience that makes it special. Being so upfront, close and personal with them helps create such an electrifying atmosphere. The very reason that keeps me coming back, year after year. Oh, plus Donald Trump. 'Davidson’s niche is assured' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Superbly entertaining and cleverly structured comedy (FringeReview.co.uk). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Theatre

Comedy

Mothers

12 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Encapulus Productions A verbatim multigenerational exploration into what it means to be a mother. We often forget that our mothers are people too. Just as we are trying to navigate our lives they too are still trying to figure out how to live in this world. As daughters, we grow up with this idea that our mothers are ours and they have everything figured out. Mothers, on the surface, is a comedic tale of multi-story relationships with raw truth at its core. Follow the daughters as they navigate many ‘firsts’ in their lives, alongside their mothers doing the same thing. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information References to alcoholism, self harm, cancer and death Age category: 16+

Theatre

1 King, 2 Princes and Shakespeare's Lie

1 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Slade Wolfe Enterprises Limited A king. A traitor. A villain. Or was he? History tells us Richard III was a ruthless usurper, a murderer, a monster. But history is written by the victors – and truth is not always what it seems. In this electrifying one-man performance, Richard returns to confront the myths, the lies and the Shakespearean legend that made him infamous. Fact and fiction collide as he defends his name and forces you to question everything you thought you knew. The final verdict? That’s for you to decide. None At the end of the show you get the chance to vote to determine how the play will end.

Theatre

Comedy

Time and Time Again

18 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Indigo Creative Time and Time Again is an exploration of migration, friendship, and identity. Zoe and Becca meet in primary school, become best friends for life, and start making big plans to live together in a pink mansion, marry a tall blonde and become dance and pop stars. As time doesn’t stand still and real life unfolds, Zoe and Becca learn to navigate the complexities of their evolving friendship across different life stages and embrace life's unpredictable twists and turns. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Theatre

Comedy

Scapegoat

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

University of York DramaSoc New Year's Eve, 2007. A fraud scandal has gone public and hit The Company like a ton of bricks. The Company scrambles to recover, meaning massive layoffs for low level employees and possible prison time for the higher ups. The accounting department need to choose amongst themselves who will take the blame, as well as deal with their imminent divorce. Join us for a productive, efficient, synergised, motivating and challenging 45 minute shift. Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Theatre

Musical

Vincent: His Quest to Love and Be Loved

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Wêla Kapela Productions A mini-musical tells of a complex man with a ruthless drive to create and a deep-seated desire to love and be loved. Vincent, the three time Naledi award-winning musical, delves deep into the enigmatic life of Vincent Van Gogh, exploring the complexities of his relentless pursuit of artistic fulfilment and genuine human connection. Through reimagined renditions of popular musical theatre, pop, rock and jazz numbers, the musical offers a fresh perspective on Van Gogh’s unwavering desire for love and acceptance. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information Themes of mental health and suicide

Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

30 May 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote comes with an interactive screening of a classic Murder, She Wrote episode. Watch as JB Fletcher gets caught up in murder and mystery in a murder mystery only she (or you!) can solve! Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2019's 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out audiences across the UK and Australia. Hosted by super-fan Tim Benzie, Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote features: A race to solve to the crime, via the Fameometer and the Suspiciometer! A sing-along to the theme tune with new lyrics! A Cabot Cove quiz and raffle! Clips and biogs of the campy guest stars!

Music

Theatre

Musical

Brunchtime (Best of) Broadway

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Raw Tone Collective Bringing the magic of the West End to your morning at the Edinburgh Fringe! This charming vocal duo serve up lush harmonies with rich guitar and bass accompaniments, breathing new life into your favourite Broadway hits. From heart-melting ballads to show-stopping classics, every note is delivered with warmth and flair. Singing along is not just allowed – it’s encouraged! Whether you're a seasoned musical lover or just fancy a joyful start to your day, this feel-good show will leave you smiling and musically nourished. Grab a coffee and join us! None

Comedy

Sketch

Weegie Hink Ae That?

18 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

From sketches to songs, come see these wee comical dafties do what they do best! Fast-paced, witty comedy with clever twists on Scottish culture! The Weegie boys promise raucous laughter with a brand new show this Fringe! Starring Gregor Mackay, Conor MackHardie and Elliot Hanigan, the Glasgow-based comedy trio have proved an undeniable hit both on stage and online, having sold out Edinburgh Fringe runs, headlined numerous comedy clubs and venues across the country and produced viral sketches both online and with the BBC. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Dan Clews (Night Owl Chief) and a Handful of Self-Penned Songs

11 Aug 2025 - 12 Aug 2025

Night Owl Shows Take a journey through Director of Night Owl, Dan Clews’ solo career with a collection of self-penned songs from his critically acclaimed catalogue. His songs have been described by Mojo as 'folked picked pearls' (\*\*\*\*) and the Guardian as 'songs of sweetness and promise (\*\*\*\*) with Sir George Martin stating he is 'too great a talent to ignore'. Journey to the weird and wonderful places that inspired his material through to the birth of Night Owl Shows in a personal trip into a landscape of transatlantic folk and country. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

Musical

Miss Congeniality: The Unauthorised Musical Concert

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Jencapella With music based on the 2000 comedy classic, Gracie Hart is a clumsy yet brilliant FBI Special Agent who must go undercover as a beauty pageant contestant! Come hear the original songs inspired by the movie as the cast retell the story of this cult classic. None Age category: 12+

Theatre

VirtYOUoso: An Immersive Reflection

11 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Jacqueline Strayer Step inside an immersive experience that fuses music, animation, AI and visual art, exploring the tension between perception and self-definition. In a world that constantly ascribes meaning to who you are, this journey challenges you to take control of your own narrative. Based on her book BrandYOUtation, author/narrator Jacqueline Strayer, invites you to explore and inhabit your composer’s role – conducting your symphony of self. Through evocative soundscapes, dynamic visuals and powerful storytelling, this journey will challenge and empower you to intentionally curate and shape how you are seen and understood, ultimately defining your own future. None

Theatre

Comedy

The Drop of a Hat

11 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Double Edge Drama Hilarious and thought provoking in equal measure, The Drop of a Hat is a three-man comedy about an unlikely friendship formed in occupied France. When the naive Monty is paired with the world-weary Schulz on a special mission, a series of challenges force them to question their loyalty and beliefs, and to ask themselves how they can carry on in such a broken world. With a cast of colourful supporting characters, this is a play sure to make you laugh, cry and consider what makes life worth living. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence Age category: 12+

Comedy

Improv

Edinburgh Improv Tales

1 Aug 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

Genesis Theatre Productions and KinkyFish Entirely improvised comedy tales from Edinburgh's untold Victorian past. Join Edinburgh-based improv troupe KinkyFish as they take the audience back in time to Victorian Edinburgh and spin a previously untold tale based entirely on audience suggestion. Against the backdrop of foggy streets and ivory towers, scientific advancement and haphazard medicine; join urchins, lords, apothecaries and publicans as they act out hilarious, untold tales from Edinburgh's forgotten past. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing, More information Mild swearing. Audience suggestion. Age category: 16+

Theatre

Comedy

The Cyclops

1 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Acting Coach Scotland Odysseus is trying to get home after ten long years of war. Instead of fresh supplies and helpful locals, he finds a murderous monster and a band of rakish immortals on this mysterious island. Join us for a new hilarious (and very Scottish) adaptation of the world's first satire. Inspired by the work of the great Athenian writer Euripides, this adaptation keeps the spirit of the chaotic Greek pantheon while reframing this famous myth through the lens of Scottish folklore. Warning: you may meet wayward heroes, drunken mythic figures, and a one-eyed giant. If you're lucky. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Comedy

Puppet shows

Theatre

Saint Sydney

18 Aug 2025 - 23 Aug 2025

Syd King Sometimes good girls don't go bad, they go sad! This one-woman show is a glimpse into the mind of former prude and purity culture devote Syd King. She is a little sexually repressed and a little bit rock and roll. So, if you have been personally victimized by Catholic school... you are entitled to compensation!! Buttt you're gonna have to settle for some singing, dancing, puppetry, clown and a cartwheel. More fun than youth group, it's Saint Sydney! Directed by Saturday Night Live alum Vannessa Jackson. Audience participation Age category: 16+

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