Enter the world of Matilda, the extraordinary girl with a love of books and a mind as sharp as her wit.
It’s so boring! I don’t understand it! Do we have to? Join us for a rollercoaster ride through some of Shakespeare’s well (and lesser) known plays as we delve into the timeless the…
All is not well with either the Guild of Assassins or the Guild of Clowns, whose city locations adjoin.
The contestants on this year’s Bake Off have been doing much much worse than usual.
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.
Now that the dust (and lawsuits) from last year’s adventures have settled, things are (finally) looking up for the St Andrews Pantomime Club.
University of Exeter’s Illuminations presents Behind Bars: Sentenced to Sing.
This surreal tale begins with the recruitment of a hapless newcomer to a rural neighbourhood volunteer association.
The Edinburgh Renaissance Band with the Edinburgh Early Dancers return for 2025 with a lively performance of their ever-popular Viol Rackett Show, our best-loved programme of music…
Come along to our drop-in fun day and learn all about the bladder! Try your hand at testing “urine” in our lab, de-code Roman spy letters written in “urine”, get crafty and build a…
Yes-Ya-Yebo! is a celebration of the 12 official languages of South Africa, expressed through song and dance, all imbued with a unique township vibe! From the rhythmic acapella bea…
Let battle commence! Raise the standard as this brand-new story marches into the world.
Do you know your unicorns from your Union of the Crowns? Or your William Wallace from your James Watt? Even if you don’t, join Barbara Henderson, author of newly published To War…
GO! is at the crossroads of contemporary dance, martial arts and digital technology.
Captivate Theatre is thrilled to bring Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd to the Edinburgh Fringe: a show that extends the stage to the audiences and draws them into its storytelling in a w…
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.
A magical winter adventure from the author of Shrek.
Escape to the magic of Hundred Acre Wood and join Winnie and friends as the hunt begins, if only they could remember what they were searching for.
Join three explorers on a magical journey to find the last Oak tree, meeting bugs, birds and bumblebees, having lots of giggles as we go and discovering a sense of guardianship for…
Join a fun and family-friendly ceilidh with live and lively traditional Scottish music and dancing.
Tutti Orchestra: At the Movies.
Louise invites you to sit, interact if you wish and reflect on some big life questions.
KPLesedi Drama and Cultural Crew: VanangwenyaMbira is bringing a kaleidoscope of rhythm, colour and joy to the 2025 Festival Fringe.
Edinburgh Youth Orchestra performs an atmospheric programme of orchestral music conducted by Musical Director Sian Edwards to celebrate its summer season.
Embark on a journey through the four natural elements – Air, Water, Fire and Earth – brought to life through the artistry of contemporary dance.
Juliet and Romeo is a vibrant, high-energy reimagining of Shakespeare’s legendary love story.
We, the talented student fusion band of Mayo College, warmly invite you on an extraordinary musical journey.
A young girl named Martha lives with her evil stepmother and two ugly stepsisters.
Monkey King is a vibrant adaptation of the classic Chinese tale, following Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, from rebellious trickster to enlightened disciple.
Captain Narwhal’s happy band are at it again, stealing treasure from the local town.
Latin class: Loved it or hated it? The Hopkins School’s Shoestring Ensemble stages all 27 chapters of this classic Latin textbook’s narration in English! Wolves! Soldiers! A di…
A fun, fast-paced comedy show, made up entirely on the spot from your suggestions! The Imps have been bringing critically acclaimed improv performances and up-and-coming comedic ta…
A thrilling, witty, superhuman coming-of-age story about the quest to find your place in the world.
Try not to laugh, it just encourages him. Mark is back at the Fringe fresh from touring in Australia, Canada and Hull.
Based on the hit film and Broadway show, this feel-good musical comedy will have audiences jumping to their feet! Discover the story of disco diva Deloris Van Cartier, who is place…
The original middle school campus musical drama Mulan’s Heart draws inspiration from the legendary story of Mulan Joining the Army, infusing it with contemporary perspectives to co…
A philosophical comedy set in video game worlds.
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun! Enjoy amazing tribute performances celebrating Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Pink.
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 …
For as long as there has been the fairytale Princess, there has been the fairytale Prince.
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 th…
Returning to the Fringe by popular demand! See Edinburgh on two wheels.
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 Aw…
For 15 years, Absolute Improv! has entertained sell-out audiences with off-the-cuff comedy performances from Scotland’s top improvisational comedy actors.
This limited run live band lunchtime sing-along show is a dream come true for musicals fans of all ages, raising the curtain on all your favourite hits from stage and screen.
Streets Paved with Gold is a long-running, successful solo play by Victor Richards, set during the Windrush era.
When the BBC directors try to hold auditions for the channel, disaster happens as they put the auditionees through their paces.
Join Bugsy, Fat Sam, Tallulah, Blousey and Dandy Dan for a fun time full of laughs, songs and lots of splurge! A great show for all the family and is sure to inspire younger member…
This fast-paced, hilarious coming of age musical is back at the Fringe.
Is this a real knife? Is this just fantasy? Enjoy Shakespeare’s spooky tragedy like never before, as six actors deploy wittily rewritten pop classics and uproariously silly comedy …
Captivate Matilda is back after a sell-out run in 2024.
The Suit is a story of acceptance, self-discovery and magic.
Join us on this wonderful rags-to-riches story of ambition, loyalty and self-discovery, full of eastern promise.
In a world where movie plots are getting too predictable, one award-winning improv show dares to break the mould.
Step into the extraordinary life of Eric Liddell, the iconic 1924 Olympic 400m champion, whose story was made famous by the Oscar-winning film, Chariots of Fire.
Performed entirely by very talented students, Captivate’s production has been seen by an estimated 22,000 people, with sell-out crowds, standing ovations and multiple five-star r…
Two narrators attempt to recreate all 209 fairytales of the Brothers Grimm in a wild, fast-paced extravaganza.
In this charming musical, Isabella is a young girl whose teacher has just assigned the final project of her eighth-grade year: research a historical figure and write a paper about …
Lantern Boy follows the Wu family across ancient and modern Shenzhen, China through the stories of two boys – one who begins the fish lantern tradition and another who revives it…
This acrobatic show features a thrilling, story-driven circus experience with a dynamic use of props, including the Cyr wheel, scrolls and aerial techniques.
In Ancient Greece, Artemis, Athena and Aphrodite have had enough.
A re-imagining of the beloved Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.
To mark its 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, Dear Library.
The buzz-worthy Japanese professional performance group has arrived! With the world’s smallest costumes (just two shoulder pads!), they will deliver an overwhelming musical perfo…
Doo doo doo.
Festival favourites Gravity and Other Myths return with their international smash hit, Ten Thousand Hours.
Move over, Moby Dick! There’s a mysterious new whale at large in the ocean.
We all know tangerines, don’t we? In Taiwan they come in many shapes, sizes and colours.
Dream Space invites you into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
The theatre has always been a place of ghosts, with shadowy figures in the wings, whispered secrets, and echoes of the past in every dressing room.
It’s been a while but Captivate is bringing back this much-loved family favourite with a fantastic new cast.
Yes, it’s a show for babies! A sensory display of colour, sound, light and movement to spark joy and ignite wonder.
‘I can hear someone out there.
Sold out on Broadway! Sold out at the Sydney Opera House! Seen by over two million people worldwide! BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, 360 A…
Following their fan-favourite run at the Fringe last year, OOTB are back again for their 21st year with tighter harmonies, crazier choreography and enough high notes to reach the s…
A fun-filled afternoon show with a revolving line-up of the best children’s and family-friendly performers from around Edinburgh and the Fringe.
Drawing from the classic Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare and romantic-themed songs by the ‘king’ Roberto Carlos, in a back-and-forth between the plagiarised love story and the unau…
Comics vs Kids returns with a show full of jokes, silliness, interaction and special guests.
Back by POOPular demand.
Time to decide once and for all.
Improv legends Racing Minds return to Edinburgh for their 12th year of unscripted escapades! A doddery grandfather can’t quite remember his ripping yarn, but with your help, a myst…
The Bardic Breakfasters are back with a brand-new show, with breakfast included! A pleasing plethora of pentameter, puns and pastry.
Cancel culture is fast approaching.
After complete sell-outs in 2023 and 2024, Insane Magic (Cameron Gibson, Elliot Bibby and Luke Osey) return with their biggest show yet! Fresh from a smash-hit run at the Adelaide …
Seven acrobats and thirty metres of rope.
Agent Blonde has 24 hours to save the world.
Back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions – ma…
Tired of the state of our waterways? So is adventure mermaid Lindsey Cole and she needs your help to wave the big poo right outta her home so Otter can return.
‘Undoubtedly one of the greatest variety artists working today’ (Scotsman) returns with his five-star, sell-out, one-man circus cabaret.
It’s early morning at the Magic Toyshop and Meg the Doll can’t find her glove! Join the hunt as Meg and her best friend Penny the Toy Soldier enlist your help.
From the creators of the smash-hit show 1 Hour of Insane Magic, the new show 1 Hour of Insanity hits the Edinburgh Fringe! Expect the unexpected in this fast-paced, family-friendly…
Back by popular demand for it’s third Fringe run! This fast-paced, chaotic comedy of confusion is a winner with all audiences.
The biggest exhibition of primate behaviour ever staged is returning to the National Museum of Scotland.
A heartwarming, dynamic piece of musical theatre presented by a talented young cast and an award-winning professional team from Yuxin School based in Beijing, China.
It’s all in the title (hahahahahahahaha).
Set in the 1980s when Duran Duran were in their prime, personal computers the latest fad and Pacman and Space Invaders the games of choice.
The contestants on this year’s Bake Off have been doing much much worse than usual.
Escape to 1920s Jerusalem and follow the wanderlust of reporter Leopold Weiss.
A closed-down puppet orphanage reopens, leaving resident squatters Ozzie Airwalker and Jim Horgletooth having to deal with new friends and challenges.
It’s the 13th generation of Illuminations A Cappella and something unlucky is in the air.
Lights, camera aca-tion! Following our sold-out show last year, RadioOctave are ready to give you the time of your life.
This limited run live-band lunchtime sing-along show is a dream come true for musical fans of all ages, raising the curtain on all your favourite hits from stage and screen.
Marie-Laure Corben, Dalia Kay, and Eliza Waters' creation, The Weird Sisters, is now being performed at the Fringe following its debut at the Leeds Theatre Festival in July 202…
Carpentry and circus collide.
Previous Cinderella stories? They’re behind you! In this unique fairy-tale twist, Bristol’s Pantomime Society cordially invites you on a magical journey, guaranteed to be an ab…
Created by Sarah Bishop, Somewhere is a brand-new fantasy musical with music and lyrics by internationally acclaimed indie-folk duo The Dunwells and other established Yorkshire sin…
“What does it mean to be a prince?” This question is at the heart of To Be A Prince, the latest production by Grownup Playhouse, featured at Paradise in The Vault @ The Annexxe…
While walking through the park one day, Chicken Little is hit on the head! She decides to tell the Prime Minister the sky is falling, and so begins a perilous journey: travelling t…
Back for their seventh show at the Edinburgh Fringe, Talentz presents the creepy, kooky, mysteriously spooky Addams Family musical.
This classic Victorian adventure sees the fabulously wealthy Phileas Fogg come across a cascade of eccentric characters and exotic places, all because of a wager.
In a mouth-watering interplay between the mysteries of the feminine triune across the ages and the epic apple which sates our collective hunger, this dance and poetry work features…
Love and Freindship (fear not, deliberate misspelling) is a Regency romp through the adventures of Laura, a young woman on the quest for love.
Hold on to your boater hats, because Full Score is back to bring barbershop to the Fringe.
A long-running staple of Edinburgh’s Fringe, The Really Terrible Orchestra return with their most ambitious programme of barely recognisable “music” to date! Will they finish Schub…
A fun card game event in which everyone competes for the much in-demand, much-loved and really really cheap Tofgam trophy.
The fusion of ballet and hip-hop has long fascinated audiences since it was popularised by films like Step Up.
Puppet Zoo Adventure is a delightful blend of laughter and learning where animals come to life! Join Steph and Layla as they explore the Zoo and the animals that need your help!
Grace is kicking back for the summer holidays when her step mother orders her to go to her aunty Baba Yaga.
We’ll take you on a one-of-a-kind, astronomer-led, immersive planetarium journey from our planet to the farthest reaches of the Solar System.
Becoming a yoga teacher was life-changing for Kym Nelson, who decided to swap her hedonistic lifestyle for a more ethical one.
The story of the ugly duckling is well-known; and entirely apposite for our strange times.
When that I was but a little tiny dot, I would sit with my grandfather and solemnly play both the Owl and the Pussycat whilst he transformed into a pig, a turkey and a runcible spo…
What goes on behind the theatre curtain? Who’s that scampering about backstage? And why have they added Febreze to the dry-ice machine? When Lily bottles her acting audition for …
Twisted Tales bring you yet another brilliantly bonkers take on the fairytale Rapunzel.
A brand-new kind of vocal showcase you’ve never seen before.
Ancient coins are rare, historical, often beautiful and sometimes funny.
An insect joke? Tick.
Are you fascinated with Edinburgh’s history? Do you want to learn more about the Scottish Enlightenment and its leading figures and have a blast while doing it? You may even meet a…
Nardone’s Academy of Performing Arts has brought its production of Alice in Wonderland to theSpace’s thrust stage in the Upper Theatre this year.
Join us as we follow Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion along the Yellow Brick Road to self-discovery where the Wizard of Oz is not all he seems.
For over 10 years Absolute Improv! has entertained sell-out audiences with off-the-cuff comedy performances from Scotland’s top improvisational comedy actors.
Treasure, treachery, mutiny and mayhem all await young Jim Hawkins as he leaves the Admiral Benbow inn behind and embarks on a thrilling and dangerous voyage to recover Captain Fli…
The Pick of the Fringe has been a hit show at the Fringe for 20 years, an annual selection of the best in stand-up comedy in Edinburgh.
Direct from his sell-out run at Durham Fringe Festival, join Magic Circle member Tom Bolton as he shares with you what it’s really like growing up as a magician in the 21st centu…
Back by popular demand after last year’s sell-out success.
One of the most popular Stephen Sondheim musicals has hit the Edinburgh Fringe, and it truly shines! Into The Woods is produced by the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAM…
In a world where movie plots are getting too predictable, one award-winning improv show dares to break the mould.
Calling all musical lovers! Clara, an employee of furniture store, helps people establish their homes but wrestles with the idea to create a home of her own.
A joyful celebration of the dance of life, regardless of where you are on that road.
This show covers the subjects of birth, family relationships, highland invasion, human intervention, the battle and the future of midge species with its interaction with the human …
Exclusive to Fringe 2024! See Edinburgh on two wheels.
With a heart of gold, a silver tongue and a steel-trap wit, Lucy combines her experience as as a folk singer, Human Biology teacher and Sexual Health Educator to ‘edutain’ one and …
The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and even more stupider! Join stupid comedian and children’s author Olaf Falafel for an hour of kid’s comedy which will be the s…
Which is the true home of heroes – Marvel or DC? In this interactive show, kids battle it out on behalf of their heroes in games and challenges to decide which franchise has the …
Sid Ozalid – Scotland’s top dyslexic comedy poet.
An Alice in Wonderland parody magic show! Come be part of the magic! Las Vegas magician Jordan Rooks combines magic, comedy and storytelling into an unforgettable time! Jordan’s un…
What goes up, must come down… but not necessary in the way that you expected.
All the way from Northern Ireland, Martin Mor and Logy Logan take the traditional circus double act and give it a unique and modern twist.
A fun, fast-paced comedy show, made up entirely on the spot from your suggestions! The Imps have been bringing critically acclaimed improv performances and up-and-coming comedic ta…
There’s a much-touted theory that practising any skill for 10,000 hours is sufficient to become an expert.
I can’t imagine a child who wouldn’t love this show.
Matty Grey is heading back to Game Land one final time.
A spooky fantasy adventure.
An hour of sharp gags, quick wit and high energy hijinks from three of the comedy circuit’s funniest performers.
Sold out on Broadway! Sold out at the Sydney Opera House! Seen by over one million people worldwide! BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, 360 A…
As you walk into McEwan Hall, the stage has been transformed into a bar.
Join this incredible crew of West End leading men as they transform show tunes, rock classics and pop bangers into fabulous sea shanties.
The Bardic Breakfasters are back for our 33rd Fringe, with a brand-new show, breakfast included! The Tempest meets 10 Things I Hate About You and High School Musical in a teen rom-…
A Jaffa Cake Musical by Gigglemug’s Sam Cochrane is a new musicalisation of a rather absurd scenario that on the surface seems to be an example of a corporation trying to evade p…
Improv legends Racing Minds return to Edinburgh for their 11th year of unscripted escapades! A doddery grandfather can’t quite remember his ripping yarn, but with your help, a myst…
Once upon a time, a little girl and a little boy were lost in the woods.
The disability Taskmaster! Ever tried drawing with your feet? Made your lunch one-handed? Had a go at audio description? It’s trickier than you think! The perfect way to spend your…
Following their five-star, fan-favourite run at the Fringe last year, OOTB are back again for their 20th year with tighter harmonies, crazier choreography and enough high notes to …
Step into the world of the magician, where fragments of life are unveiled through a mysterious diary.
Fresh from the USA/Australia tour, Almost Impossible promises an immersive experience for all ages.
This one-man puppet drama follows a young performing artist with more than 20 years experience in Chinese puppetry, on his journey of self-discovery as he learns, practices and ult…
Rosie and Hugh the Hedgehog are best friends.
Commedia dell’Arte, which began in medieval Italy, is generally credited with providing the foundation blocks for modern comedy.
Agent Blonde, Jane Blonde, has to save the world from an evil, criminal genius.
Get set for Game On, the largest interactive exhibition of video game history and culture.
This dance-on-film follows the epic journey of Odyssea, a curious sea traveller, as she encounters flora and fauna in fantastical realms.
Variety of music including musical theatre, movie themes, swing, and popular songs for all the family.
Join our budding protagonist Pinocchio as he learns some hard lessons about what it takes to be a real boy.
Siegfried and Joy are the new masters of magic.
Do you like to argue? Well, I disagree to whatever you just said.
This interactive, nail-biting tail about bravery, curiosity and familial love is created by teachers to inspire young minds in creative writing.
Love, heartbreak, comedy… and music to accompany these feelings: something all relationships see.
An exceptionally enthusiastic and talented youth theatre put on a revival of the 2013 version of Pippin.
Celebrating 100 years since the iconic Disney title sequence first graced our screens, award-winning international vocal ensemble Octavoce present a whirlwind a cappella trip throu…
Featuring West End performers, this family-friendly musical concert will take you on a journey through some of the most iconic songs from films like Mary Poppins, Aladdin, Toy Stor…
The Chinese Culture Week is a week-long programme showcasing the best of Chinese theatre and traditional culture co-organized by the Art Development Center of the Ministry of Cultu…
Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Frozen Jr brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life onstage.
Grown-ups are confusing, as are the rules of their world! In this family-friendly reimagining of Lewis Carroll’s enduring tale Alice navigates the topsy-turvy world of wonderland…
A new take on the ancient Border ballad of Thomas the Rhymer with specially composed music performed by well-known instrumentalist and composer John Sampson and multi-talented musi…
Thirteen-year-old Chrissie is a budding climate-change campaigner, but her family just don’t get it! When a huge storm hits her seaside town of Skiddle, Chrissie reluctantly gets…
Exeter’s award-winning all-female a cappella group take to the stage with sensational singing, dancing and an enticing murder mystery.
This show is light-speed FAST.
Join historian, broadcaster and writer, Alice Loxton, as she delves into the delights of her new history book, UPROAR!: Satire, Scandal and Printmakers in Georgian London – a bri…
This one-act educational outreach play for 5-10 year olds and their families follows Bumble, a honeybee, on an adventure to find a bee balm flower.
The Talentz Musical Theatre Company are bringing all the sparklejinglejolly magic of Elf The Musical.
Gallus Stooshie is a modern Scottish dance troupe here to make ceilidhs cool again.
From the pen of one of Britain’s leading playwrights, Dreams of Anne Frank by Bernard Kops is a poignant and highly charged drama that retells the story of Anne Frank.
Roald Dahl’s famous tale of the egregious and revolting Mr and Mrs Twit.
Do you want to build a snowman? You’ll love this heartwarming stage adaptation of the top-grossing animated film of all time! Join Anna, Elsa and all of your favourite characters…
From musical theatre greats, Stephen Schwartz and John Caird, comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith.
Kids are experts.
Presenting your favourite fairy tales – the obnoxious bullying of Ashputtel (the first Cinderella) by her stepsisters, the vanity of a fashion-conscious (and strangely familiar!)…
Join us in a fabulous retelling of Roald Dahl’s classic peachy tale. Join James as he ventures into the wonderful world of whimsy and see if you can catch the ladybird.
Lewis Carroll is turning in his grave at Tim Nelson’s Alice in Wonderland.
24 Solar Terms – an immersive theatre production, created based on the 24 solar terms, condensing the time of each season into a performance.
Explore making rubbings, printing, collage and fun with circles and squares, and mixed-media collage.
It’s bingo with loads and loads of prizes.
Step straight into the magic kingdom in this interactive character brunch experience the whole family will enjoy! Join your favourite fairy tale heroes, heroines (and the occasiona…
The National Theatre’s adaptation comes to life in Dr Seuss’ classic story.
Funny, horrible and a little bit naughty, this poetry show is perfect for children no matter how old.
Ancient coins are an amazing window into history – rare, valuable and often beautiful.
Aloft Circus Arts of Chicago (USA) burst onto the Fringe scene with their hit Brave Space last year.
You’re welcome to join the Tofgam Team for our first event at the Fringe. A card game championship fit for everyone with superb prizes for the winner at the end of the event.
In this steampunk fantasy adventure, the hapless history teacher who fell from our universe into Arnica has survived banshees, elves, and a giant ruhk to join the eccentric crew of…
Join our Imaginary Friend on the adventure of a lifetime, as they go on an adventure to find their missing friend.
BasketballMan is a world-renowned freestyler but now he is out to prove he is a real superhero.
Funny, horrible and a little bit naughty, this poetry show is perfect for children no matter how old.
Set in a mythical once-upon-a-time sort of land, Shrek the Musical Jr is the story of a hulking green ogre who, after being mocked and feared his entire life by anything that cross…
For over 10 years, Absolute Improv! has entertained sell-out audiences with off-the-cuff comedy performances from Scotland’s top improvisational comedy actors.
Award-winning entertainer Kyle D Evans leads a frantic hour of mind-blowing maths for children and their families.
The little iceberg holds a secret.
You’re invited! Renowned for their slick choreography, tight harmonies and unique arrangements, Durham University’s top a cappella group is back at the Edinburgh Fringe to celebr…
Come and join us for a wonderful adventure in Neverland and see how Peter, Wendy, John and Michael battle the Pirates, Mermaids and Native Indians with help from the Lost Boys and …
‘Some children are misunderstood; Fran is MissRed.
This unique (probably) show allows mere mortals like us to experience the world of the TV actor.
Society has collapsed and the Ravens rule.
Interactive storytelling with audience participation and improvisation about loss, community, our human need for connection, and the pain and humour of the journey.
The story of a girl dreaming of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
How to build a story – for everyone! Want to be the best storyteller you know? Come and join the Story Builders! You’ll learn the secrets of every great story and together we’ll …
Join Talia in a family-friendly venue for an interactive musical journey to some major European cities.
A commedia twist on a Grimm’s classic, this high-energy, PG-ish show features traditional commedia characters and masks in a fractured fairy tale that’s fun for the whole family! A…
The Pick of the Fringe has been a hit show at the Fringe for 19 years, an annual selection of the best in stand-up comedy in Edinburgh.
A comedy show where your little one won’t derail everything, in fact, you’ll be hoping they’ll do all the things that normally embarrass you, loudly and proudly.
Behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear! The story of a great moment in movie making history.
Are you fascinated with Edinburgh’s history? Do you want to have a blast while learning about the Scottish Enlightenment and its leading figures? You may even meet a special guest!…
Join the adventure as we bring to life the classic, Journey to the West, in an interactive children’s show which is a part of Chinese Culture and Art Festival! With amazing visual …
The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princes…
Have you ever wanted to know every book ever? Well if Leo doesn’t read all the books in one night (entirely in song) the demon will burn everything.
‘He was a traitor boy, he killed a dictator boy.
‘The best job in life is to be the father of a daughter.
Join us in an exploration of love, loss and learning, seen through the lens of an old woman leaving her wisdom with a younger woman.
Guilty or innocent? You decide.
Hey kids and kidults, cool cats and dancing dogs, Jarred and Hobbit are back with an all-new action-packed hoopla! Guaranteed LOLs and interactive fun for the entire family (OK, ma…
Wakey wakey, eggs and Shakey!Or rather, a free croissant with Shakespeare.
Sold out on Broadway! Sold out at the Sydney Opera House! Seen by over one-million people worldwide! BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, 360 A…
The world’s only theatrical escape room! You are the crew of a robot and everything has gone wrong! Help! The stunning visual effects and immersive interactive technology mean kids…
All the way from Northern Ireland, Martin and Logy take the traditional circus double act and give it a unique and modern twist.
Three top stand-ups perform their very best routines just as they do in comedy clubs up and down the country and abroad, just without the swearing! PG Hits is a professional stand-…
In a kingdom where it is always night, the Owl had declared himself king and made sleeping forbidden.
From Australia to London’s West End, this high-energy fusion of commercial dance entertainment intertwines ballet and street dance, along with contemporary and breaking to deliver …
An irresistibly charming homage to the magnificent circus horses and the silent movie era.
An 11th year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe! An hour of sharp gags, quick wit and high energy hijinks from three of the comedy circuit’s funniest performers.
High on my list of must-see Fringe shows for this year’s festival, Tutu is an explosion of colour, grace, and humour.
‘Down the hatch!’ yells our vicious Queen as yet another storyteller disappoints her.
Join Mr Toad, Ratty, Badger and friends in a new family musical by Roger McGough, inspired by The Wind in the Willows.
After a three year hiatus, Tom Skelton, Daniel Roberts, Chris Turner and Dougie Walker return to the Edinburgh Fringe with their critically-acclaimed improv show, Aaaand Now For So…
A new stand-up show about the joys of raising children with special needs.
The Improv Musical returns to Fringe as strong as ever with a silly, fun, toe-tapping show.
The Oxford Imps are what you might expect from your standard university improv show.
Clownfish Theatre’s Jonathon Tilley and Jess Clough-Macrae overact the premise of this kid-friendly show, to the delight of kids and grown-ups alike.
Actress-comedian Lubna Kerr explores her family’s journey, sharing the challenges encountered with humour and emotion.
Spirit of the Fringe Award winner Släpstick is back.
Sitting at the front of the queue, an hour before the show started, I was stung by a bee.
The improvised parody returns! Go on an adventure through time and space with a live radiophonic workshop and a hilarious improv cast in this loving parody of the sci-fi classic Do…
Primary Times Children’s Choice Award Winner! Musical-comedy versions of Shakespeare’s greatest works, Brave Macbeth and Juliet & Her Romeo.
The Early Word.
The gallery is housed in a 19th-century bakehouse in the heart of the artistic village of Stockbridge.
Galerie Mirages is situated in the heart of the artistic village quartier of Stockbridge.
Aberdeen Chorus proudly presents this re-imagined tale for all to enjoy! Having pulled the sword from the stone, King Arthur must assemble his knights and find the legendary Camelo…
Experience a joyful adaptation of this classic, in a show for the whole family.
11 generations, 11 songs, but only one winner in The 11th Hour.
Fiction’s greatest villains, from Hannibal Lecter to Cruella de Vil, are in court for their crimes in a rip-roaring musical comedy that will challenge everything you know about l…
Exploring the intricacies of family dynamics, Pulse, a new short play, invites the audience into the parent/child experience we’ve all found ourselves in.
William’s dream comes true, chosen to play at Mozart’s birthday celebrations.
A wonderful immersive and sensory experience for all ages.
Aspiring supervillain Ice Cold stumbles across a prophecy that reveals a top-secret mind control signal.
Follow our adventurous, modern-day Alice through the looking glass to a wonderful, upside-down world of kings, queens, knights and other strange and comical characters who challeng…
Democracy.
After two sell-out runs at the Fringe in 2019 and 2021, The Songsmiths are back for a third year with their new show, Behind Closed Doors! Combining songs from their upcoming EP of…
Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s novel, Matilda tells the story of a precocious five-year-old girl who loves books, hates bullies, and is revealed to have telekinetic p…
Escape on a fantastic adventure this summer with Rapunzel – an exhilarating, heart-warming production about one girl’s longing to break free from her imposed lockdown and final…
Following on from the sell-out production of Our Teacher’s a Troll at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019, Stage Door Enigma Theatre Company presents Game On! Join 14-year-old Ben on …
The Riverside Theatre company are back, after sell-out-shows in 2019, with another exciting adventure for children and families.
Cinema’s greatest hits performed by an award-winning a cappella group! From international competitions to sell-out shows, singing powerhouses Sweet Nothings have done it all.
Award-winning musical theatre company The Talentz are bringing festive sparkle to you for our eighth year at the Fringe.
Aca-Pocalypse: Diamond in the Riff.
NYT return with a magical portmanteau production of love, friendship and forgotten messages that connect people across warzones and Christmas wish lists in a collection of heart-wa…
Stop horsing around, grab your wellies and get moo-vin’ and groovin’ as Funbox welcome you to their Funky Farm! Join Anya and Kevin as they escape to the countryside for songs, sil…
The Beacon Boys return to the Sanctuary to stage Guys and Dolls Jr – an adaptation of the show considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy! Set in New York City, Guys and…
Start the day with a riot of cray kid-friendly laughter for the whole family. Zany sketches, acrobatics, cirque skills and mayhem.
An irresistibly colourful, loud and fun show for all the family by Lost in Translation, one of the UK’s leading contemporary circus companies and Guinness World Record holders.
Stepsisters have never been portrayed well in fairy tales, so how can real-life stepsisters be expected to get along? Robin and Jessie suddenly find themselves sharing a new home a…
Everything is awesome in Dill’s life.
The Polar Bears are off on their holidays – what could go wrong? Join the lovable but hapless duo as they set off on their holiday adventures.
A princess and a dragon make for unlikely companions but together they learn about themselves, each other and earning their happy ending in this brand-new, music-full, modern fairy…
Award-winning entertainer Kyle D Evans returns with another fast-paced hour of inclusive maths-based family fun.
The Saga of the Norse Gods.
From the brilliant minds behind SiriusXM – Kids, Harry’s Wand (Steve Goodie) and best-selling author of Don’t Feed the Bully (Brad Tassell), comes the Halloween show that every…
After sell-out performances and five-star reviews from 2016-2019, our performers are excited to return to Edinburgh for their fifth year with a new line-up of songs! Featuring worl…
This cast of professional performers is excited to return for their fifth year with the Best of Broadway! After sell-out performances and rave reviews, this show is sure to be a ho…
London’s longest-running theatre magic show, direct from the Leicester Square Theatre.
Canada’s award-winning clown band sparks the imagination with… clowns in space! Join Patty as she ventures to Clowntown Colony on the mysterious Planet X to bring her clown frien…
It’s bingo with loads and loads of prizes.
For over 10 years Absolute Improv! has entertained sell-out audiences with off-the-cuff comedy performances from Scotland’s top improvisational comedy actors.
Is this a real knife? Is this just fantasy? Enjoy Shakespeare’s spooky tragedy like never before, as six actors deploy wittily rewritten pop classics, uproariously silly comedy and…
Join us on this wonderful, well-known tale of greed and humility as the Beast learns what it is to love and be loved.
Every child goes inside their own bubble! Seen on China, Romania and Bulgaria’s Got Talent.
For the past 11 years, Asian Arts Global has been bringing young students from arts-oriented schools across China to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, to highlight the country’s bri…
Between Good and Evil is a play that uses superheroes and aliens to comedically tell us the truth about ourselves.
Did you know the Brothers Grimm collected 209 stories? From your princess favourites, like Cinderella and Snow White, to the strange ones like The Devil’s Grandmother.
The Orphan Train tells the story of children on an orphan train that left New York City on May 28, 1914.
When the three little wolves go out into the world and build themselves a house, their mother warns them to beware the Big Bad Pig.
The One Between, formed from the leaders of both sides of the struggle, is the last hope of restoring balance to the world through a show of strength, spirit, essence and loyalty.
When Rob got on his ship, he didn’t know he would never reach his destination.
Join Mr Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! Enjoy bouncy bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, smoke bubbles, square bubbles, giant bubbles and even fir…
Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!? From the creative team behind the Hairy Maclary show – see all three of Nick Sharratt’s…
Improvised Harry Potter parody from Chortle Award-winning Jericho Comedy.
A tenth year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe! An hour of sharp gags, quick wit and high energy hijinks from three of the comedy circuit’s funniest performers.
On your marks, get set, science! Join popular YouTubers and children’s TV presenters Maddie Moate and Greg Foot (as seen on Cbeebies’ Maddie’s Do You Know? and CBBC’s Blue Peter) f…
Circus Sonas are Northern Irish father and son Martin and Logy.
Straight from selling out London venues and her national tour, Bo Peep is bringing her flock to the Edinburgh Fringe! Counting sheep always sends Bo Peep off to sleep by bedtime, b…
Watch in amazement as Finlay and Joe shovel comedy coal into the furnace of their patented content generation device: the Perpetual Hype Machine.
Inspired by tales of Sir Lancelot and Robin Hood, plucky heroine Will Tell disguises herself as a knight and rides off on a chivalric quest to rescue her freedom-fighting dad from …
Direct from Australia, this is a non-stop, fun-filled show for everyone, bringing you an exciting commercial blend of electric entertainment fusing modern and old-school street-dan…
Unassuming at the start, A V Brodrenkova and Aimee Dickinson’s Foundations quickly breaks all boundaries and assumptions.
Award-winning Polish performer Piotr Sikora has created a beautiful hour of family storytelling which uses clowning, mime, ukulele and audience participation to paint the journey o…
A sample show of different acts from within Just the Tonic venues, and maybe some guests.
The international smash hit returns! Sold out on Broadway! Sold out at the Sydney Opera House! Seen by over one million people worldwide! A phenomenal physical performance explorin…
I have a soft spot for classic, big top style circus even if it is being presented in a conference centre by a company that are famed for bringing this genre to West End stages.
A worldwide sensation from Montreal to Beijing, Fills Monkey return with an exhilarating new show.
Way up in the deep blue night sky, a twinkling star hears a little girl’s birthday wish.
Picture the scene: Fashion week.
It’s a sticky situation.
Captain Zak Space Pirate needs your help! He’s lost in a broken-down spaceship and only with your help answering questions, solving puzzles and singing songs can we survive the bub…
Join the Superhero Academy to be part of the greatest quest of all: to save the world.
From Gigglemug comedy duo Sam Cochrane and Alex Prescot, Runesical is an amusing, action packed quest based on the role-palying game Runescape.
After far too long, Magic Roman is finally off on the trip of a lifetime and he couldn’t be more excited! He’s packed the essentials: a toothbrush, a camera and plenty of magic tri…
Filled with the charm of a children’s cartoon, The Song of Fergus and Kate is a quaint story about friendship and embracing differences that any child would find fascinating.
Oxford’s wittiest minds return with their spectacular smorgasbord of devastatingly funny improvised comedy! Attacking the stage with made-up-on-the-spot games, stories and songs, c…
The hit Canadian production from one of the world’s most acclaimed contemporary playwrights, Wajdi Mouawad, and performed by Gabe Maharjan – ‘a gifted, multi-faceted actor’ ***…
B-boy meets Bendy boy.
A comedy-circus show from Australia, Chores is the story of a brother and sister who have to clean up their messy room so they can ride their bicycles.
“Eagles! The eagles are coming” says Pippin Took in Lord of the Rings.
The Bardic Breakfasters are back! C’s sensational Shakespearience returns for our 31st Fringe, with free coffee and croissants! A pleasing plethora of pentameter, puns and pastry.
An absurd comedy sketch show about a sailor with a beard made of bread, and his sidekick, Davy Scones.
Two chefs stir up a lot of chaos in this silly, physical comedy.
An immersive field trip; a quest to find the true unicorn! You will be spotting what’s often overlooked, reading maps, solving little riddles and hopefully getting access to the pr…
A charming, funny and touching interactive video installation, Family Portrait by Natasha Gilmore’s Barrowland Ballet features Natasha herself as mother and single parent and her…
The word that most immediately springs to mind is 'joy'.
Billed as Britain’s biggest theatre spectacular, Cirque Berserk! returns to Edinburgh following their hit Fringe debut in 2018, this time with even more acts and spectacular upda…
If you walk into a production of The Last Five Years without any previous knowledge of the show things can get a little confusing.
I didn’t know what to expect walking into Chalk.
“Nothing makes a woman feel more like a girl than a man who sings like a boy.
Shakespeare for Breakfast is a great show to start your day… and that’s not just because of the complimentary coffee and pastries!It’s the 28th year C theatre have put on a S…
One island, split in two with a thundering crack: half for the fishermen and half for the farmers.
How to Spot an Alien might seem like an obscure skillset for 21st century children, but for Jelly and Jonjo, the two protagonists of Paines Plough’s annual offering for young aud…
There are times when a particular title will jump out at you and niggle in the back of your brain.
Mark Thompson is quite clear about what his (modestly) titled Spectacular Show isn't: "It's not a science lecture," he insists.
A humble deck of cards, a ninja (well, a likeable Kiwi), a lofty-heighted venue and audience participation, all added up to an hour well spent at the Gilded Balloon today.
For the 27th run of this Edinburgh Fringe staple, C Theatre have utilised a cast of four to present this contemporary pidgin adaptation of The Taming of the Shrew.
The secret life of man’s best friend is pondered in BARK: The Musical.
Le Gateau Chocolat has brought his background in drag to this kids show, which is a solo act loosely based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling.
Gamarjobat shows that comedy is truly without language barriers.
A topical and popular theme for this year’s Fringe – mental health – is explored and fleshed out in this beautiful, bittersweet tale of two childhood friends that battle to f…
Where there is Fringe, there is Shakespeare, and Rolling In The Aisle Productions have returned to Edinburgh with a fresh faced, family friendly adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelf…
Pinecone Penguin Theatrical’s Heartwood has all the makings of an enchanting production, but the slow and insipid script just does not deliver.
Absolute Improv is on the whole a light-hearted and enjoyable experience without a bad bone in its body.
Youth theatre is a weird thing to critique.
In any amateur production, the most significant moments are those where one forgets that the performers are not professional.
Godspell is a very strange show.
American Performing Arts International return to Edinburgh with their musical theatre revue American Broadway Hits.
This accomplished piece of theatre from Bristol Old Vic’s Theatre School is beautifully acted, wonderfully imaginative and excellently produced.
Detailed, charismatic and humorous, State High Thespian Troupe’s take on the classic Grimm’s fairy tale is an accessible musical for all the family.
theSpace at Symposium Hall is an ideal setting for music appreciation.
I remember when Doctor Who was a practically forgotten, long cancelled show that was only the domain of nerds (like me).
The Stars of Racing Mind bring a fast paced, immensely funny and completely bonkers improvised Sherlock Holmes spectacular to the Fringe this year with this brilliant off the wall …
The truth about fairy tales, all too often forgotten by us grown-ups, is that the best ones are meant to be scary, albeit in an ultimately reassuring context.
Massimilliano Rosetti and Manu Tiger are like a live action cartoon or perhaps a 1930’s Laurel and Hardy short where the boys have joined a circus.
Nonsense Room Productions are no strangers to the Edinburgh Festival, having first debuted Hairy Maclary all the way back in 2010.
Of all Shakespeare’s plays, The Tempest demands the most obvious and taxing effort of imagination from the audience.
Gentle and well-meaning, The Wonderful World of Lapin is a good attempt to introduce young children to the French language.
This slick performance of Robin Hood by Manhattan Children’s Theatre (Edinburgh) will leave you laughing, humming the songs, and with a strange desire to shout ‘Hail King Richa…
Colin the Country Cockatoo is on a mission to reunite all the notes of the stave and save his friends from the dastardly plans of Calando the duck who wants to bring eternal silenc…
Upsala Circus have been doing incredible work in St.
From the Bronze Age to Brexit, get ready to laugh and learn with More or Less Theatre as they present to you a whistle-stop tour through European history that can be enjoyed by bot…
The Backyard Story, directed by Chen-Chieh Sun with lively music composed by Chien-Hsun Chen, is a charming black-light theatre show for children aged 5+.
A morning staple of the festival Fringe, Shakespeare for Breakfast (with its customary coffee and croissant) has provided a fun twist on the Bard’s classics at C venues for over …
Back after last year’s fantastic show, the Listies are just as wonderfully ridiculous as ever.
There’s something charming about a fairy tale told in a fundamentally unique manner.
‘Who thinks they are perfect?’ Is the question Danyah Miller poses to the audience at the onset of the performance.
Pets come in many forms.
An umbrella for a sword, a lamp as a tree and a wooden spoon as a nun, are just a few examples for the smart and innovative use of objects in The Tale of the Cockatrice.
Taking a much loved pop culture reference point is always a sure fire way to fill seats.
What better recipe for bleary-eyed parents early on a Sunday morning, than a timeless tale of a happy couple saving their food from pesky seagulls?Young children were especially en…
This spectacular cluster of dance pieces not only astounded through the sheer physicality of their presentation, but to produce piece after piece of originally choreographed narrat…
Apparently, one of the men involved in the Great Train Robbery of 1963 resides in Hove - but this story isn’t about him, instead it’s about the women behind the heist, the ones…
Awarm-heartedadaptation of the well-known children’s book about a plucky guinea pig – Christopher Nibble.
Inspired by Tim Burton’s poem, The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy, Haste Theatre transport us to Coney Island where Mr Gelati (Valeria Compagnoni) and the future Mrs Gelati (Lexi…
The Handlebards are a unique group, reinventing the concept of the company of travelling players.
Following various elements from the classic book by C.
What if punctuation marks were superheroes? During this show, we follow Question Mark Man as he tries to rescue his love interest Becky from the evil Captain Conundrum.
Steele Edge: Martial Arts Illusion Show bills itself as “a dynamic fusion of physical excitement and visual wonder” but it’s more of a bizarre fusion of vague ‘oriental’ …
In true Terry Pratchett style, this rendition of Terry Pratchett’s Mort brings along a sly mixture of complex fantasy and comedy.
Casting one’s mind over the great theatrical titles of our time, there are very few which can compete with the concept suggested by the name of this play by Tale Gate Theatre.
UCLU Runaground’s James and the Giant Peach is a fresh, fun and frantic adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic.
It is a story well-known to millions, made all the more poignant and absorbing for its absolute authenticity.
Godspell is one of composer Stephen Schwartz’s lesser known musicals.
This production of Mary Poppins draws heavily from Disney’s 1964 film, but fails to conjure the same magic.
Like many of the other spontaneous improvisation shows here at the Fringe, Absolute Improv! offers non stop comedy through a variety of funny and fresh games that are inspired by s…
I you are looking for a bombastically visual hip hop dance show, and you don’t mind a nonsensical and cliché plot, this is the show for you.
Underbelly’s largest venue is the huge tent – shaped like an purple cow tipped onto its back – that this year has been transplanted into the western half of George Square Gar…
Based on audience suggestions, the hour’s traffic of the stage is an improvised case which promises to be ‘the greatest Sherlock Holmes story ever’, The Case of the Lemon Pos…
There are many children’s shows at the Fringe that seem to follow the formula of throwing a couple of popular franchises together with whatever kids currently like, before adding…
If you’re looking for cool at this year’s Fringe, look no further.
Snap is an incredible display of the very best magic performance that South Korea has to offer.
Joyous in every way, The Snail and the Whale by Tall Stories is a textbook example of how to do theatre for children right.
Do you remember the warmth and magic you felt being told stories before bed as a kid? That elation you feel when you’re totally engrossed in a book? A Pocketful of Grimms brings …
The Oxford Imps’ technologically-heavy Fringe show, Hyperdrive, perform a mixture of long and short form improvisation, using technology as stimulus.
Reprint Productions present The Ruby in the Smoke, a detective story that delights in its Victorian setting, following the adventures of resourceful Sally Lockhart.
Story Pocket Theatre bring Michael Morpurgo’s novel about King Arthur to life with a solid and enjoyable production.
It’s not every day that you stumble across a play that is as enchanting as The Bookbinder.
I can count on one hand the number of plays that have sent shivers down my spine: Us/Them is one such show.
Intergalactic Nemesis was like being trapped in a lift that wouldn’t stop going up or down, it made me angry on so many levels.
What Edinburgh Fringe would be complete without a trip to Shakespeare for Breakfast? Now in its 25th year at the festival, the group have not lost their touch.
Like a family-friendly version of Sin City with hand puppets, The Toyland Murders follows the adventures of Inspector McGraw (Becca Jones) and her deputy as they attempt to track d…
The Bookbinder is Trick of the Light’s enchanting fairy tale of a young apprentice bookbinder’s encounter with an old woman and her mysterious book.
Life-sized animal puppets with fully articulated limbs come to life in front of your eyes in a cacophony of singing, dancing and plenty of audience participation.
With a name like Confessions Of A Red-Headed Coffeeshop Girl you might expect a raw, bittersweet expose of the disappointments of a young dreamer, crushed by the tsunami of Post-Re…
Inspired by a phrase from Virginia Woolf to describe dusk, Owl Time is a gentle production that provides political punch.
Set in a cafe, this helping from Octopus Soup Theatre initially provides nothing that an audience wouldn’t have seen before.
Lancaster Offshoots have created an enjoyable and surprisingly funny offering with their take on Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit and Other Tales.
From the Royal Botanic Gardens you can see (when it isn’t raining) almost all of central Edinburgh, the Athens of the north.
Something is rotten in the state of Russia.
Sebastian was born in Paris, but raised by his adopted parents in the mountains of Tennessee.
The Comedy of Errors is a challenging Shakespeare play to stage – it requires a deft touch whether you play it for laughs or more seriously.
It is not often that a show has me grinning even before it has begun.
Guided by the contours and movements of squash and the confining size and layout of a squash court, Squish Squared is a unique and searching dance sequence that invites some fascin…
Today is the day Mrs McMoon is having her tea party, featuring several fresh batches of her legendary biscuits, and we’re all invited.
If you give a quick flick through the Fringe programme, it will be fairly obvious that puppetry is on the rise in the theatre section this year.
A family magic show accessible for even the youngest of children, Edward Hilsum: Genie is a charming magical experience.
Foodies Festival attendees are welcomed with some free cider, ice-cream, and a range of other delicious freebies to try.
In theory, Eejit of Love is a fun concept: two Irish country bumpkins find themselves swept up in the allure of reality TV, testing their relationship and their own willpower.
Four fairy tales from Europe, reimagined by the Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, are brought to life at Greenside by the talented young cast of 1541.
In their Fringe debut, Music Box Theatre present an intimate and impressive production of The Sound of Musicals, a compilation show featuring a smattering of musical theatre favour…
Napier University Drama Society presents a musical retelling of the Trojan War as their offering to the gods this festival.
Edinburgh Fringe is often filled with adaptations and remixes of classics, so it is very refreshing to see Tread the Boards Theatre Company bring J.
As theatrical metaphors go, the equating of psychological ‘baggage’ to physical suitcases is one of the more straight-forward examples, yet that is not to decry the effectivene…
Wonderland is the story of Alice’s encounters in the tale of the Red Queen.
Perhaps Shakespeare’s most famous comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream has the potential to either be comedic gold or irritating lip-service, depending on the quality of the cast …
Fraxi Queen of the Forest is a pageant for children about ash dieback.
Science and panto combine in this energetic family romp that means well, but ultimately fails to stick together as a whole.
This play tells the story of Benji and Alf, next-door neighbours becoming best friends, bonded by their love of the titular ‘Fairly Tales’.
Kurage Theatre’s innovative theatre show is a song, dance and drama spectacular.
Amiable hosts Dingo (Joshan Chana) and Dog (Thomas Fraser) present surreal sketches and storytelling in this enjoyable and inventive show that will sometimes be lost on younger aud…
It’s amazing how much you can get out of the word ‘Ak’ – the only word in the troll language.
Written by Avital Lvova and George Vere, Rebounding Hail is set in a 13 year old girl’s room surrounded by her books.
There’s nothing complicated about The Ghost of Sadie Kimber - and there doesn’t need to be.
This is a sweet and imaginative show that really draws you into the story that the delightful characters wish to tell.
The live rhythm action bonanza Siro-A is quite simply multi-layered hyperactivity for the stage.
Not the End of the World is based on the novel by Geraldine McCaughrean which reimagines the story of Noah’s Ark from the point of view of Noah’s daughter, Timna, as she grappl…
Shakespeare’s body of work is well-traveled by theatrical patrons – some might say imposingly so.
A cabaret full of birds falling in love with each other? Embrace the madness if you will, and your heart will certainly be warmed by Robert J.
‘One-man Titus Andronicus for Kids’ sounds like one of those joke titles you suggest to late-night improv troupes.
Aaaand Now for Something Completely Improvised spins out a fully-fledged, one hour show, firmly founded on nothing more than the performers’ wit, charm, comedic reflexes and audi…
The Princess and the Pea follows the story of the lonely Prince Jethro.
We all know the story of Jack and the Beanstalk – or at least, think we do.
“Good girls should be seen and not heard”.
Loranga, Masarin and Dartanjang could perhaps be best described as the illegitimate love child of CBeebies and Michael Gondry, conceived in a fever dream.
“Maltese Falcon; no - Falcon’s Maltese,” one parent suggests as the title to the show outside the theatre doors.
Patrick Monahan likes to boogie.
Adapting Romeo and Juliet for a younger audience is by no means an easy feat.
This fun and friendly show from Hello Theatre explores the idea of what would happen if you swapped places with the person in the mirror.
Shakespeare for Breakfast is to Fringe as dawn is to day: whilst you could technically have one without it, it really wouldn’t feel very right.
Just when you thought Disney’s Frozen couldn’t be any more ubiquitous than it already is.