Edinburgh Fringe
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Edinburgh Fringe 2022
A monster play of words and ideas that leaves you speechless. Astute, political and personal.
An astonishing solo show of one man’s search for meaning within himself, with audience participation.
An amusing hour in the company of three fixers giving us humorous solutions to the pressing issues of the day.
A Sudden Violent Burst of Rain
A powerful story with mythical qualities about life in the hostile environment
A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings
Imaginative production of a magical realism story with intrigue, drama and subtle humour that people of all ages can enjoy together.
Oscar Wilde is in a bar in Paris and wants to talk about himself - what could possibly go wrong?
A fantastic dramatic performance of a very difficult topic performed in an exceptionally authentic manner
A fascinating insight into the insecurities around the desire to be more than a muse to one of the greatest poets of his generation.
"a pleasing show that may just leave you restless to plunge a little wooden fork into a saveloy."
Around the World with Nellie Bly
An intrepid 19th century traveller in the hands of a first class 20th century story teller. A perfect reminder than adventures aren’t just for boys!
A highly interesting absurdist environmental performance with an intense message given air from under the ocean
A lighthearted telling of Boris Johnson’s less than successful acting career. Slapstick abounds!
A brilliant exploration of what hope can do when you follow a team that’s not one of the big two…
A pitch perfect drama with crafted bittersweet comedy which explores the challenges of navigating life whilst not coping with a mental health disorder.
A fascinating insight into the story of a woman who should never have been a walk on part in anyone’s drama
a 1920's silent film about power and illusion retold by a talented young company of musician/actors
An in-depth musical journey through the life of one of America's most important African-American singers
"Brimming with ideas, full-blooded and full throated performance, Candide is presented successfully in a way only Babolin theatre can achieve."
An amusing hour spent in the company of a delightful former evangelical Christian.
An intriguing glimpse into the friendship that started the modern hospice movement (and is a fund raiser for the Hospices of Hope - Ukraine Appeal)
Vibrant music, excellent acrobatic skills, fast paced with colourful lights and costumes!
A world record attempt at 42 classic texts in one go that provides joy in an uneven presentation.
Thrilling and inventive circus with hip hop which is fast paced and leads to a thoroughly entertaining romp
Daniel Cainer: More Jewish Chronicles (and Other Musical Stories)
Creative, entertaining, relatable - performed by the personable composer and musician of these original story-songs - a very enjoyable way to spend an hour!
A challenging piece of physical theatre based upon the views of the many queer voices heard by our two guides who asked all the questions.
Traditional fare of the English murder mystery served wrapped in a conundrum of a puzzle with Marple, Poirot, Holmes and a far from elementary theatrical solution
Door to Door Poetry: Nationwide
Don’t slam the door. Don’t be nervous. The door to door poet is at your service.
A fast-paced elegant exploration of female emancipation in the 1920’s world of entomology (things with wings that sting!)
Camp and tender musical portrayal of life for queers in 1933 Berlin through the forced closing of the decadent Fabulett club.
Emotional honesty, physical dexterity and an engrossing story fuel this extraordinary coming of age story
The British soldier who became a Parisian nightclub drag queen to spy on the Nazis. An accomplished piece.
No banana could fly as fast as these three virtuoso performers in this must see show as they combine virtuoso musicianship with acrobatics and dance
A spell binding multi layered exploration of privilege, entitlement, and the desire to control…
An engaging combination of heroic journey, magic show, and story-telling about life and death. Ghosts of the Near Future took place in an atmospheric fog-filled amphitheater at noon on a sunny day. A home-made brew of great integrity, creativity and enjoyment.
Harry Potter or My Girlfriend… Who Do I Love More?
A very funny hour in the company of a comedy wizard
An attempt, in the best possible tradition to retell a history which was very much her story to tell
A wonderful piece of theatre which uses the considerable abilities of the performers onstage to ironically direct us into how to be lost!
A fascinating insight into one of the most controversial political topics in the US which confounds us in the UK
Verbal and visual funny man from autism's front line (and with blue hair)
Illuminations Presents: The 11th Hour
Fun musical hour from Exeter University’s competitive mixed a cappella group
A charming performance taking aim at the misogynistic orthodoxy trying to stop career trajectories reaching towards the stars
A Brilliant Fringe Acting Debut in a Scintillating and Ultimately Shocking Play.
Joyous and exhilarating circus/physical theater- exciting intersection of professional gymnastic skill and acting in a production about competition and group dynamics
LEON the Magician: Table Tennis is Magic
This show serves up a unique and highly entertaining hour of magic and more
Lion: The Weird and Magical Abracadabra Circus Show
Not your average circus show - mime with a twist
A musical story of everyday disappointment, told by two musicians, reaching a significant age with equally significant decisions to be made.
Imaginative - and will appeal to families with an interest in space, astronauts and object/shadow puppetry.
A challenging piece of performance connecting our digital now with a deeper connection to the past earth.
Intriguing impactful story, characters and fascinating video and puppetry!
Movin’ Melvin Brown: A Man, A Magic, A Music
75 minutes of music history through stories and tap dancing
Part epic poem, part solo drama, with music, dance and video art - a problematic portrayal of gay club culture.
North Star (What I Listed to Instead of My Intuition)
North Star was heartfelt, uplifting, and enjoyable at times.
Five actors, one movie idea, a suggested setting, and off they go to improvise a musical
Ode to Joy (How Gordon Got To Go To The Nasty Pig Party)
Graphic and hilarious portrayal of life, love and friendship on the gay chem sex party scene.
A cultural challenge in a creative and imaginative manner which tasks our assumptions over the immigration of our politics and the politics of belief
Wry, poetic and just plain angry - a comedy drama from a young Scot about him, his twin and why life has treated them differently.
Oracle: Do You Want to See The Future?
Mentalist Lorenzo Novani reaches into the ideas and minds of the audience
Beautifully poised homage to where you come from and how you would like that ancestor to be remembered.
Thrilling, original circus concept, music and choreography, highly skilled acrobatics and dance.
Well balanced and effective theatrical homage to the bravest and most selfless act that could be imagined.
Fifteen minutes in the dark with strangers, listening to the possibility of being in touch with the other side.
Informative story-telling about historic women rulers and how they have been represented and mis-represented through time.
Spill Your Drink – A Deaf Cabaret
A rude, riotous celebration of Scottish deaf talent for everyone to enjoy.
A fascinating drama based around the effects of impending environmental catastrophe rather than the science of it.
Tam O’ Shanter – Tales and Whisky
Burns' and other gothic poetry and stories told with a dram of whisky
An explosion of joy with the music of The Blues Brothers as a backdrop and unremitting physical wonderment as an entertaining treat.
A masterful fusion of circus, dance and visual storytelling, delivering a profoundly modern queer tale.
Curious for the curious, entertaining, enlightening, witty, humorous and thought provoking.
The Girl Who Was Very Good At Lying
An outstanding powerful, imaginative and funny exploration of the stories we tell to escape who we are and where we are.
Highly effective piece of youth theatre drama ostensibly covering climate change but including a whole lot more
A highly entertaining ensemble performance that is a masterclass in characterisation and comedic timing
Charming story, masterful storytelling, entertaining and enlightening show imaginatively brought to life with beautiful sets, props and puppets.
A young gay man from a small northern village gets sucked into the heady world of working for his local MP, and faces many big dilemmas.
Animated films are enhanced by a live band performing the lush and intricate movie scores.
A drama about blurred lines of consent as a young visually impaired woman negotiates sex and relationships.
Tom Little Has Good Reviews So Prepare to Be Impressed
An hour of fast-paced, warm and intelligent comedy with plenty of surreal and funny twists
A funny and sometimes heartbreaking story of one couple's journey to international adoption.
Triple Bypass: Three Ten Minute Plays About Living for Death and Dying for Life
Three great wee plays performed with a degree of skill
Truth’s a Dog that must to Kennel
'Stand up meets metaverse' - Bravo, Tim Crouch, the Fool we need to interpret our sad, new world.
An insightful journey of a young girl from childhood to adult through a number of difficult periods
A musical journey through the challenges and career development of a gifted pianist
War of the Worlds (On a Budget)
The unmissable, definitive version of a a budget-driven War of the Worlds
Ye just canny whack it, sae ye cannae – pure Scottish humour that hits every funny bone you have.
: Profound, hilarious comedy where gay tart Calvin tries to sort out his life and mental health with the help Wilf, a rusty Volkswagen polo.
Will Tell and the Big Bad Baron
A great family show: energetic, pacey with plenty of opportunity to join in and let off steam.
A beautifully told story of the truest of friendships, cultivated in unlikely circumstances
"a host that left me wanting to follow him out of the theatre into the bar to continue the not always kosher conversation."
