Shows at Hill Street Theatre

Based on real events in the run up to the Easter Rising, 1916, Shall Roger Casement Hang? is a dramatisation of the diplomat and Irish Nationalist’s arrest and interrogation. A confrontation of two men who have served Britain, it asks fundamental questions about history, colonialism, and national identity. The stakes are raised when violent events elsewhere and a revelation of Casement’s identity come to light, ensuring that the Empire they have both served will never be the same again.

POSTPONED Edinburgh, 1567. Scotland is in political turmoil. James Melville - loyal servant to Mary Stuart, the troubled Queen of Scots - has been shaken by crimes committed against his sovereign. Now he needs to decide who's guilty, who's innocent, and who is too dangerous to accuse. Part of Rona Munro’s critically acclaimed theatrical exploration of Scottish history, The James Plays, Mary is a blistering political thriller inspired by key events in the downfall of Mary, Queen of Scots.

London's five-star variety and cabaret show is back for their fourth consecutive year with a stellar cast of performers, with skills ranging from burlesque and drag to circus and sideshow. Showcasing some of the best talent at the Fringe from all corners of the performing arts industry, and this year giving a star slot each show to a different visiting artist, no night will be the same. So grab your gladrags, scatter those sequins and fluff those feathers – we're back! Come and join producer and host Foxi Blue for some serious shenanigans!

Danny has met the love of his life, Nat. Times are changing for the better. Danny is going on a stag do to Liverpool with his right-hand man Frankie... the last thing Danny needs right now. Frankie is the voice of reason that just won't go away. How can Danny break free and evolve into something better? Anica has dreams of breaking free of Slovakia. She has dreams of being a model, raising enough money to take her to a famous acting school to become a famous actress. Meder might just be able to help.

The true story of Isabella MacDuff and Mary Bruce, condemned to hang in cages for all to see and abuse, a warning to any who would defy Longshanks. Their crime? Helping the Bruce fight for an independent Scotland. Hear their heartbreaking but darkly funny tales of hardship and abuse, of dignity and strength, and of freedom?

From 2024 Sondheim/Jonathan Larson Grant Rooftop Writer and 10th-ranked woman poet in the world Gigi Bella, Big Feelings explores mental health, feminism and the gospel of Taco Bell through poetry, comedy and music. The Barbie monologue meets Hedwig and the Angry Inch. A one-of-a-kind spoken word musical, centering the Mexicana experience and the feeling of giving yourself to lovers (and sometimes a country) that does not want you back.

Berlin, January 1942. Fifteen senior officials are summoned to a conference at a sumptuous villa in leafy, lakeside Wannsee. In 90 minutes the obscene horror of the Holocaust will be unleashed and the fate of over six million human souls will be decided. Strawmoddie and RFT return to the Fringe with a remount of their 2018 sell-out production of Mandel’s theatrical adaptation of his Emmy-winning HBO script. Based on surviving minutes of the conference, Conspiracy is a work whose relevance remains unquestioned. A unique portrait of mankind’s darkest hour made all the more hideous for its breathtaking banality.

Mr John Winner has been found dead in his house in Morningside on the first anniversary of his huge lottery win. Was it murder? He was an extremely wealthy man. Someone bore a grudge towards him, but who had the motivation for murder? Who could have done it? The estranged wife, the lover, the eccentric sister, the dodgy financial advisor – or was it the family friend, or the butler? With your help we can solve this mystery – you become the sleuth, you solve the crime. An interactive murder/mystery show where you are the detective.

Gruoch is a feminist, myth-centred examination of the bereaved and abused girl who became Lady Macbeth as an act of revenge for the death of her father. She did indeed manipulate Macbeth to kill Duncan, but not through vaulting ambition... this "icon of evil" may be the power behind the throne, but as the only woman left alive, her power is used to avenge. A new solo performance, written by David Calcutt and performed by award-winning actor Caroline Burns Cooke.

Poldark, Master Stage Hypnotist: Bringing intrigue and wonder to the Festival Fringe for the first time. Poldark, with over 30 years of performance experience, will literally blow your mind with his ability to amaze and astonish, leaving wondrous thoughts of 'how does he do that'. Privileged to be part of a small unique handful of naturally gifted hypnotists, his skills have made him the most sought after hypnotist in the industry. With mesmerising performances, immersive experiences and demonstrations of hypnotic phenomena, he'll leave you, spectator or volunteer, spellbound and wanting more. A must-see show.

Charlie Bowers and Walter Jack are The Joke Clinic, bringing the success of their critically-acclaimed YouTube series to the stage. Bear witness to two of the most experienced comedy consultants in the business working their magic before a live audience. Each night the clinicians host a different high-profile guest comedian – transforming tired material into comedy gold! Comedy is an illness and we have the cure.

When a group of teenagers get plane-wrecked on an uninhabited Indonesian island, what could possibly go wrong? Watch as they descend into chaos and anarchy in this drama loosely based on The Lord of The Flies.

A satirical look at the complexities of human relationships, using the seven deadly sins as an example of how human beings lead their lives. Adapted from the short story in the novel Naked Truth. Laugh out loud!

When the directors call for auditions for new actors, comedy and mayhem ensues, as this young cast bring energy, talent and enthusiasm to the stage. A fun family show that showcases Edinburgh's young talent. Great fun!

Set in a rave club, we see the lives and battles of a group of friends coming to terms with getting older and the reality of faded dreams and ambitions. Jukebox musical with interaction from the audience. You can dance and sing along to this rave musical sensation as all the old-school rave classics make an appearance. What will happen at the end of their night?

It's the third year of our burlesque competition and the standard is getting higher! A competition with a brilliant prize that will satisfy the experienced as well as the novice burlesque watcher. Who will win this year?

That’s… Brave is a mix of sketch comedy, stand-up comedy and musical comedy, and will answer the question Laura’s parents, aunts and grandparents keep asking her: why comedy? Created by Laura Johnston who is an Aussie musical comedian with a past in the dark arts of sketch comedy. Her first ever joke was: Knock knock... Who’s there? Washing machine! Come see for yourself if her sense of humour has improved!

David Greig’s 2010 sequel to Macbeth. The tyrant is dead. Siward and the English army arrive to install the rightful king in Dunsinane and bring peace to Scotland. But Scotland is more complex than anticipated, and it’s so cold. Seduced by Macbeth’s powerful widow, Siward’s attempts to restore order and his vision of sense and justice to a war-ravaged land prove futile; he finds himself increasingly isolated in this contradictory country. Will the grieving ever be finished? This amateur production of Dunsinane is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

A terrifying musical look through the eyes of Jack the Ripper, the officer who pursued him, and one of his victims. Returning as a now full-length show after last years Fringe premiere, come see life behind the knife and experience the must-see, edge-of-your-seat, 10/10 sensation that is Pete Sneddon's Ripper.

Stoners. Lazy, irresponsible paranoid wasters. Or are they? Perhaps deep inside the stoner flats of Glasgow, three men have the answers to life's greatest questions. Perhaps in this temple of debauchery lies something more holy and transcendent than you can possibly imagine. Perhaps the truth of the corruption of our society is only one psychedelic away from being in your fingertips. "They" are out to get us. "They" control every aspect of our existence. "They" are coming for us one by one. Who are they? Come inside and see the truth...

The Thane of Glamis had a wife; their vaulting ambition o’erleaps itself and the Thane takes the throne through dastardly means. But blood will have blood, and the tyrant king must murder more to keep the throne. Deserted by his friends and allies, Macbeth finds himself increasingly weary and alone as he loses his grip on what’s real and what’s not, before finally facing his nemesis, as prophesied by the Weird Sisters. Shakespeare’s most famous supernatural story of witches, ghosts, hallucinations and murders most foul: the Scottish Play in all its gory glory.

A surreal, multimedia comedy odyssey from autistic, non-binary comedian Andrew Frank. Weaving together autobiographical stand-up, satirical sermons, puppetry, interviews, heartfelt monologues, home movies, travelogue video essays and original music, Frank traces their personal evolution from childhood in a fundamentalist Christian church to life as a queer performing artist. Named one of the Best Undiscovered Comedians in America by Thrillist Magazine, Frank's thoughtful and ecstatically funny jokes will be sure to captivate stand-up enthusiasts, aspiring comedians, lifelong artists, queer and neurodivergent folks, and anyone healing their own religious trauma through play, laughter, and collective joy.

Daily hour of the best musical comedy at the Fringe, produced by Musical Comedy Guide website (check for line-ups). Join us each afternoon for a hand-picked selection of live comedy using music – funny songs, satirical parodies and more. Back for the fifth year, previous acts include Flo & Joan, Jonny & The Baptists, Rachel Parris, Jazz Emu, Rich Hall, Mitch Benn, Flat & The Curves, Paul Sinha, Arthur Smith, Jollyboat, Huge Davies, Friz Frizzle... If you like Bill Bailey, Fascinating Aïda, Flight Of The Conchords, Frisky & Mannish, David O'Doherty... you'll know what to expect!

Elvis-inspired musical that will have you dancing in your seats! When a strange biker shows up in small-town USA all hell breaks loose! Brilliant show from the New York-based cast that will blow you away. This multi-talented cast of young theatre professionals based in New York gives us a brilliant interpretation of this award-winning musical, which includes many of Elvis Presley's greatest hits and has the theatre buzzing with energy.

Journalism meant diligence, truth and justice. Impish knows: that’s her background, from club reviews, interviewing heroes, to royal blunders. But in a polarised, clickbait-riddled post-truth world, what’s fact or fiction? What information can we trust? Six years after #MeToo: what’s changed? And what really happens when you go viral? Strap in for a rollercoaster ride, packed with zingers, wit, and wisdom. A 21st-century all-true tale of good vs evil – which side are you on? Take the quiz!

Cop-turned-comedian Alfie returns with a brand-new show ahead of recording his BBC Radio 4 comedy It's a Fair Cop. The audience are sworn in as cops before Alfie shares a real-life scenario from his own casebook. He playfully challenges them to say what they would've done – with often unexpected and entertaining results. Policing decisions are easy in hindsight, aren't they? Now you can experience the thrills, spills and laughter of making high-risk calls in the moment. Fair Cop: Live! is challenging, thought-provoking and fun. It'd be a crime to miss!

Award-winning David Hoare returns with another bumper show, brimming with silliness. He aims to bring you maximum musical comedy! Last year’s show 1 Billion Songs Please! was a rousing success and 2022's show 100 Songs in an Hour had a sell-out run! Don’t miss this early afternoon hour of joyfully rude songs. 'An annoyingly funny young man' (Gary Delaney). 'David has that magic combination of quick wit and observational insight' (EdFringeReview.com). 'With some slick one-liners and aggression akin to Bo Burnham, James Acaster or Tim Vine' (DeadlineNews.co.uk).

Jukebox musical about what life was like growing up in 70s Edinburgh. With laughs, tears and memories from this fantastic cast and loved production. After 11 years, this is its final Edinburgh Fringe run. With years of sell-out shows alas, this production comes to an end at the Fringe. A huge thank you to all who have seen this over the years; grab your ticket for its final showing.

As William Wallace lies in a London dungeon awaiting trial, he knows his fate is sealed. Here we see the man behind the legend. Brought back from 2023, this is a must-see performance of power and heart. Bobby Bulloch is outstanding as he brings the life of Wallace to life, and lets the audience see the man rather than the legend. Getting rave reviews from audience members, its a must-see piece of heart-wrenching theatre. 'Just stunning' (Audience review). 'Cried for ages after watching this show' (Audience review).

This courtroom drama centres around the question of assisted dying. Did Cathy murder her mother, or help end her suffering? Join the jury and question your thinking. A free drink and pie included in your ticket, as you ponder over the witness statements and the jury's cross examination, and decide the outcome of this case. You can watch this case, or be part of the interactive jury – the choice is up to you, as this talented cast bring this court case to life. You'll be discussing this show well after the final curtain!

Based on a true story, this Cyndi Lauper-written musical tells the story of Charlie as he fights to save his father's shoe factory. He teams up with drag queen Lola to save the business. An absolute blast!

Stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford (Top 10 Jokes of the Fringe, 2019, 2021, 2023) hosts this show for history fans, its fourth year at the Fringe. Three guest comedians / history buffs perform short history-themed On This Day stand-up sets before exploring possible alternative histories of Edinburgh people and events. Recorded for the It Just So Happened history podcast. Up-to-date details on the podcast website (ItJustSoHappened.co.uk) and on Twitter (@ItJustSo1). 'A fascinating and funny history podcast' ***.3 (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk, 2023). ’A quirky history podcast with a friendly splash of humour’ ***½ (TheReviewsHub.com, 2023).

William Wallace is in a London dungeon awaiting his fate, he knows what's in store for him yet he faces up to his demise with bravery and determination, this is a stirring tale as we see his story end. He looks back at his life with all its glories and failures and we see get a glimpse of the man behind the myth. This is storytelling at its best as we discover his feelings and his decisions through part of Scotland's bloodiest yet historic past. From Loudoun Hill to Falkirk, hero to betrayed, a stirring story told.

Suzie Depreli – not a typically Jewish name, is it? – brings you one woman's passive aggressive mission to educate the world about what it means to have an orthodox family that ate sausages, an Asian Catholic husband that uses more Yiddish words than her Nana, and celebrate Passover without believing in God. And that this is all ok! With original songs performed live and anecdotes that will have Jewish and gentile audiences alike feeling like they were present for it all, this is how to be Jew-ish in Britain today.

Join us in a sensational visual performance from an object-theatre master. Courageous spectators will be asked to participate in seven of the universe's most spectacular machines, invented specifically to observe the human spiritual spectrum! Shahar Marom specialises in interdisciplinary art, searching for a new stage language combining design and performative act. The Machine Man Spectacle is a personal journey of a lonely machine inventor trying to understand the world through his machines. You will be asked to join him on his quest, participate in his machines and become, for a moment, his entire world.

Are you ready for some hot queer magic?! Join the award-winning cabaret artist and Indian dancer, Pink Lotus, for the Edinburgh debut of Hot Queer Magic – an iconic South London cabaret night showcasing raucous, seductive, hilarious, political, and outrageous acts from the most wonderful people around. We've got drag, we've got burlesque, we've got cabaret, and we've got acts that just refuse to be categorised! Come celebrate a night of LGBTQ+ joy and general antics with us! Check out our line-up, grab a ticket, and we'll see you legends there…

Toxicity. Red flags. Masturbation. A blunt-speaking, twentysomething botanist, Kate decides it’s time she went back into therapy! Directed by Ella-Faye Donley, this tragicomedy is an outrageous tale of how one woman makes ‘a powerful statement’ (Guardian) and relays experiences from speed-dating to botany to romance to visceral details that would make even your therapist need therapy… This semi-autobiographical show written and performed by Helena Collins O’Connor is ‘a often funny but ultimately sobering reminder’ (TheReviewsHub.com) of how a toxic relationship can be engrained and embedded into the mind. No sugarcoating allowed.

A woman is tied to a bed – a sex game or something more sinister? Is he still angry about the mushy peas? It's about family, betrayal, god, sex and a girl who just wants to be loved. This is a quirky, poignant and powerful new work that will get under your skin. A powerful piece of work by writer/performer Alice Gill-Carey. Directed by Leon Yianni. Come along and join her on her journey.

Mirandolina, the captivating landlady of an inn, is wooed by a penniless marquess, a wealthy count and her besotted servant. She enjoys their attentions but values her freedom. When sworn bachelor Ripafratta comes to the inn, can Mirandolina bend him to her will? Ranjit Bolt's sparkling comedy is translated from the original work of Carlo Goldoni, the 18th-century Italian comic playwright best known for A Servant of Two Masters.

Ordinary Days is the captivating story of what happens when frazzled and uptight student Deb loses the notebook that contains all her notes for her thesis somewhere on the streets of New York. Little does she know that Warren, the struggling artist, and professional cat sitter who finds and returns the notebook to her, will have such a profound effect on her life. Meanwhile, their actions affect Jason and Claire, a couple inching toward marriage who ultimately can’t seem to completely figure each other out because of an unspeakable tragedy from years ago. Adam Gwon’s witty, captivating show.

When a group of teenagers get plane-wrecked on an uninhabited island what could possibly go wrong? Watch as they descend into chaos and anarchy in this drama loosely based on the Lord of the Flies. What starts out as a structured and organised group slowly descends into bitter infighting and rebellion, as we watch the thin walls of society break down. This talented young cast bring this gripping play to life and leave you asking so many questions. A shock-provoking and spellbinding look at our society and its values.

Its the second year of our burlesque competition – the standard is getting higher, the talent on display is incredible, so if burlesque is your thing or you're new to it, then join us for this competition! Last year's winner now has her own show in the Fringe and the standard was very high with this years competition attracting talent from across the UK and beyond. The winner gets their own show in the Fringe 2024 and a £1,000 cash prize. This show is a great way into burlesque so sit back and pick your winner.

Los Angeles-based comedian Julian Stern (Fringe 2022's Absolute Friendship, McSweeney's, Maxim Magazine, Playstation) returns to Fringe with an hour of stand-up and musical comedy about obsessive joy's perseverance over irrational fear. Crowd-favourite songs like Anne Hathaway at Target, The Ballad of the Poop Train Girl, and Whole Foods Rotisserie Chicken of Misery will return, along with new jokes about living with OCD and diving down the deepest rabbit holes his obsessions will allow! Last year's audiences called Absolute Friendship: 'Must-see!', 'Brilliant!', 'Heartfelt and thoughtful!', 'An absolute blast!', 'So much fun!', and 'Can't-miss!'

This musical is based on the concept album by Green Day and centres around Jonny, Tunny and Will as they fight to get out of their boring, mundane lives. This talented cast brings the musical to life. The boys leave Jingletown and head for the bright lights. There they find love, drugs and violence but no answers to their problems. This gritty hard-hitting musical has the best tunes ever and it explodes onto the stage driven by its vibrant, talented cast as they bring these characters to life. A must-see for fans of Green Day.

1888: a string of brutal murders terrorises the residents of Whitechapel in London. The detective in charge begins to suspect someone close, but who? He is ignored by his peers, he is determined to bring the Ripper to justice. As the body count rises, he begins to question his own sanity as he spirals deeper and deeper into the mind of the world's most notorious killer. The blood is on whose hands? Step behind the knife and find out from the Ripper!

A jukebox musical of what life was like for Jim growing up in 70s Edinburgh. Lots of laughs and tears from this fantastic cast and production. 11 years of sell-outs can't be wrong. His story takes us to the school disco, the playground, New Year at his granny's, the primary 1's nativity play and also what went on behind the bike sheds! Told through music, scenes and narration this story that will have you laughing and crying in equal amounts, it's a must for Edinburgh locals and festival goers.

Named one of the Best Undiscovered Comedians in America by Thrillist Magazine, Seattle comedian Andrew Frank delivers a hilarious set about growing up as a pastor's kid, finding queer joy beyond fundamentalist Christianity, and performing subversive stand-up for more than a decade in America's Bible Belt. In an hour of rapid-fire jokes, Frank takes aim at the constructs and symbols of evangelical Christianity, re-contextualizing them through the lens of empathy, creativity, and scepticism. Provocative and fiercely vulnerable, Frank creates moments of collective healing and euphoria through the liberating power of laughter.

Revenge is a dish best served cold. Alexandre Dumas' classic tale of revenge, set in post-Napoleonic France, is reworked as a powerful and dynamic rock opera. We begin amidst Edmond's imprisonment and follow his escape and transformation into the Count of Monte Cristo. He plots and studies his enemies, those responsible for his false arrest and 14 years in jail. Will vengeance destroy his soul, or will he be able to escape his own terrible thirst for revenge?

Who was William Shakespeare? Much is known of his works but who was the man? This new play by an award-winning writer Michael Barry, starring Ciaron Davies (Game of Thrones, Manson Family Massacre) and directed by Stephen Church follows Shakespeare in his lodgings as he works on three of his best known plays, tortured by ghosts from the past and the outside world, even King James, he descends into mania as he creates King Lear, Antony and Cleopatra and Macbeth. This is an evocative depiction of London and Jacobean England during the plague, and of genius in isolation.

The poignant tale of a writer and musician, Jon Lawrence, who walked 500km over five deserts on five continents to grieve for his father and raise money for a cancer charity. Personal, funny and featuring pictures and footage from the Sahara, Rangipo, Wadi Rum, Atacama and Mojave deserts, Good Grief: Five Deserts in Search of My Father is not to be missed.

Avenue Q is the puppet-based musical following the people who live on the worst street in the world. This brilliantly funny musical is brought to life by its talented cast as they tell each of their stories. Follow Kate Monster and Princeton as they fall in and out of love and interact with a host of other puppets and live performers, as we find out what really motivates and drives these characters. Be it love and honour or porn and money, this classic musical has it all in abundance. A must-see for Fringe-goers.

Alfie and George are two well-loved but aging panto stars, but will this duo last as we reveal the tension between the pair – what will become of them? And will their friendship survive? Set in their dressing room, we see the real drama that is going on between the pair and their fractured relationship. Hatred and vengeance may be portrayed and pursued as we get a glimpse of the emotions behind the grease paint. A fast-moving and emotional rollercoaster of a play that belts along to its shocking revelation.

After his sell-out Edinburgh 2022 run with his show 100 Songs in an Hour, David Hoare (Musical Comedy Awards, Audience Favourite Prize 2021) returns with another bumper show bursting with hilarious songs and jokes. Is one billion songs too many or not enough? 'An annoyingly funny young man' (Gary Delaney). 'High-energy, beautifully timed comedy expertise that has the crowd roaring throughout.' (BathEcho.co.uk).

Everyone knows about the code-breaking genius of Alan Turing, but behind the mathematical genius lay a man of great passion. Through his work, he gave himself to his nation and was hailed a hero. But privately, his life was a torment of desire and shame because of the cruel and draconian anti-homosexuality laws of that very same nation. With sublime melodies, this incredibly moving, uplifting and thought-provoking new musical delves into Turing's youthful love of Christopher Morcom and how this shaped his life and work.

The Grandfathers explores the idea of national conscription if it was still legal as we live now. We see eight young men join up to fight for their country – not through want but through force. The piece examines the different effects this has on the individual young men and how devastating national conscription can be. We follow Kol, Val, Kost, Stas, Dim, Lev, Sash and Zhen through their preparation for the front line and deployment. 'Your country called you up, and you came!'

This courtroom drama centres around the question of euthanasia. Did Cathy murder her mother or merely stop her suffering? This interactive production gets you questioning your beliefs – become a juror, but can you determine the truth? Our 11 jurors picked from the audience will cross-examine and determine the truth behind Cathy's actions. Will they side with her sister Mary in the belief it was murder? Or will they put their trust in Cathy and support her... or is there more to this case than meets the eye? A must-see for all those part-time sleuths.

The show tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrols at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend Warner. This great musical is brought to life by a talented, energetic cast. A must-see! This musical is a fast-paced and energetic look at one girl's determination not to be taken for granted, exploring how most things can be achieved in life if you can apply yourself. A great show, a great cast and some fantastic song and dance numbers make this a show to come and see. A show for all the family.

Stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford (Top 10 Jokes of the Fringe 2019, 2021 and 2022, Scottish Comedian of the Year runner-up 2021, UK Pun Championships winner 2022) hosts this show for history fans, back in Edinburgh for a third year. Three guest comedians / history buffs perform short stand-up sets based ‘on this day’ in history before the panel explore some possible alternative histories of Edinburgh people and events. Recorded for the It Just So Happened history podcast. Up-to-date details including the make-up of each day's panel on the podcast website www.itjustsohappened.co.uk and @ItJustSo1 on Twitter.

When the directors call for auditions for the actors, comedy and mayhem ensues as this young cast bring energy, talent and enthusiasm to the stage. A fun show, showcasing Edinburgh's young talent – a great family show. Auditionees are called to audition in different scenes by the most talentless and overbearing directors ever; even the tech crew are brought into the act! With dance and storytelling brought into the equation, will any contracts actually be handed out? This is a quick-moving comedy performed by young talented and aspiring actors.

Sailor thrives in bars, dives and doss houses. He lives for robbery and expulsion. Join him. This award-winning dark piece of theatre by Liam Rudden will leave you disturbed yet spellbound. Not for the easily offended.

Come along and eat your free haggis, neeps and tatties as you find out the life story of Robert Burns. Told through his songs and spoken word, this is a must for anyone interested in Burns. This lunchtime show provides you with a free lunch of haggis as the cast lead you through the highs and lows of Scotland's national Bard. His songs and poetry will live forever and in this production we see how his life influenced his writings. This haunting tale will stay with you for a long time.