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Edinburgh's Old Town – History and Tales

Edinburgh's Old Town – History and Tales

Even if you have packed your schedule full of shows, most people who come here will be eager to find out more about the city itself. 

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Achilles, Death of the Gods.
Achilles, Death of the Gods.

One of the most famous classical poems of all times is the Iliad. 

The Town Cryer
The Town Cryer

Brooke Finegold is masterful in her hour of live poetry, spoken word and stand up comedy. 

Iain Dale: All Talk with Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey
Iain Dale: All Talk with Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey

Iain Dale’s ALL TALK political interviews have in recent years become something of a regular fixtu… 

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Back To The Future

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Broadway Baby quits Twitter focus and moves to Bluesky

Broadway Baby quits Twitter focus and moves to Bluesky

Broadway Baby has announced a shift in its social media presence, signalling a move away from Twitter and toward the decentralised platform Bluesky. 

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What’s the Story? Edinburgh’s Fringe is Back in Glory
What’s the Story? Edinburgh’s Fringe is Back in Glory

theSpaceUK announces over 180 shows on sale this year, with a diverse mix of fresh and established a... 

A total of five Bobby Awards find new homes following the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year
A total of five Bobby Awards find new homes following the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year

Broadway Baby presented four more prestigious Bobby Awards at the end of this year’s Edinburgh Fri... 

Edinburgh Deaf Festival returns but its future is threatened
Edinburgh Deaf Festival returns but its future is threatened

Edinburgh Deaf Festival is returning this year despite fears about its survival. 

The Beautiful Game Plays On – Football Takes Over the Fringe

The Beautiful Game Plays On – Football Takes Over the Fringe

Our Editor-in-Chief, Richard Beck, takes a look at a selection of Football-themed shows at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe. 

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Inside Voices: Bringing Prison Stories to the Stage
Inside Voices: Bringing Prison Stories to the Stage

Sam Rowe, Creative Expressions Coordinator of Bethany Christian Trust, writes about his prison dram... 

Made in Scotland: the Fringe showcase putting bold Scottish voices on the world stage
Made in Scotland: the Fringe showcase putting bold Scottish voices on the world stage

An overview of Made in Scotland's support for Scottish Theatre companies. 

Broadway Baby quits Twitter focus and moves to Bluesky
Broadway Baby quits Twitter focus and moves to Bluesky

Broadway Baby has announced a shift in its social media presence, signalling a move away from Twitte... 

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Aaron Pang: Making You Shift in Your Seats

Aaron Pang: Making You Shift in Your Seats

Aaron Pang talks about disabilty, humour and public perceptions in relation to his show, Falling: A Disabled Love Story 

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From Punk Stages to Edinburgh Fringe: Joe Sib Proves It’s Never Too Late for Your ‘One Day’
From Punk Stages to Edinburgh Fringe: Joe Sib Proves It’s Never Too Late for Your ‘One Day’

Joe Sib talks about his Edfringe debut: California Calling – A Story of Growing Up Punk Rock  

Madonna, Meltdowns, and Maternal Mayhem: The Solo Show That’ll Smash Your Mum Guilt
Madonna, Meltdowns, and Maternal Mayhem: The Solo Show That’ll Smash Your Mum Guilt

Marie Hamilton talks about her background, motherhood, creative process and her show Madonna On The ... 

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Fringe Festival Pub Crawl 3: Old Town North

Fringe Festival Pub Crawl 3: Old Town North

The third of our pub crawls, the Old Town North trail has an extensive list of both core and optional bars to choose from. 

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Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Sam Leishman
Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Sam Leishman

The final day! Richard's alcohol-fueled quest to find Edinburgh's best bar staff ends up at WestRoom, where he found Sam Leishman, a 20 year old Guinness drinker with a passion for mixology. 

Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Gavin Robertson
Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Gavin Robertson

Richard didn't stumble far from yesterday's bar, Foundry 39, as just a few yards up Charlotte Lane he fell into Sygn, a trendy retro-style cocktail bar & diner where Edinburgh Barstar of the Day, Gavin Robertson, who after crossing the globe revealed he now wants to settle down. 

Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Sarah Brown
Edinburgh Barstar of the Day: Sarah Brown

Tucked on the corner of Queensferry Street and Charlotte Lane you'll find the ultra-hip bar and eatery, Foundry 39... 

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The Provocateurs: A 600-Year-Old Fart Joke / Talking to Machines
The Provocateurs: A 600-Year-Old Fart Joke / Talking to Machines

Hosted by comedian Sarah-Jane Judge. 

An Audience with Marvin Herbert
An Audience with Marvin Herbert

Hear the incredible real-life stories of Marvin and others who have faced challenges and turned thei… 

The Eazy Club
The Eazy Club

Discussion, conversation and debate about the arts, society and life.