Articles by Heather Bagnall

Flamenco for Kids

Review
★★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
24th Aug, 2013

There are many things about Flamenco for Kids which I had to consider; firstly the question of what was it, exactly? This program is a weird amalgamation of a performance and a wor…

Cathedral Meditations by Candlelight

Review
★★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
22nd Aug, 2013

Entering the cathedral, it is impossible not to be in awe of the scenery.

SensoryO

A line of wiggly worms wait impatiently to enter the magical night-time world where anything is possible.

The Dark Truth Tour

Down a long, winding staircase, far beneath the bustling streets of Edinburgh stands a city frozen in time.

The System

From a bare stage sirens blare, search dogs bark and police rally as three men make a daring prison break.

Tamar Broadbent: Almost Epic

A little spitfire of a songstress has entered the forum of the Fringe, bound for greatness – or so she hopes.

Best of Edinburgh Showcase Show

Much like Arthur’s Seat is the bedrock of Edinburgh, comedy is the bedrock of the Edinburgh Fringe.

Red Bastard

I’ll admit it, I was curious.

Funeral Replacement Service

As I approach Waverly Bridge, I catch sight of a black vintage Routemaster bus, casting a gloomy shadow against the darkness.

Longing for Grace

Review
★★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
7th Aug, 2013

Alfred Hitchcock once said of Grace Kelly, she is a ‘volcano covered in snow.

Sword and I

Review
★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
6th Aug, 2013

This show had so much promise, derring-do, an epic journey, sword, mime and a lot of comedy.

Edinburgh - A Tale of Two Towns

Edinburgh is a city of beauty, history and incredible inspiration.

Hooked

I hardly know where to begin with this fascinating and relentlessly passionate show.

Now Leasing

Lea McGowan (pronounced Lee, as in, Now Leasing), is a beautiful dancer.

I Hate Children Children's Show

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome to the madness that is the I Hate Children, Children’s Show.

The Steadfast Tin Soldier

Review
★★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
17th Aug, 2013

In the world of children’s programming, there is a spectrum from well-executed to well intentioned through to absolutely insulting.

Review
★★★
Heather Bagnall
Edinburgh Fringe
3rd Aug, 2013

As I walked into the Scottish Storytelling Centre I was greeted by a delightfully impish man in a wizard’s robe assigning fairy names to all the children (and adults if you want)…

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