GET STUCK IN 5—27 August 2007 Contents Year-Round Fringe Staff Paul Gudgin Director (until June 7) Jon Morgan Director (from June 25) Dave Ball IT and Box Office Manager Claire Daly Office and Retail Manager Louise Goodlad Sponsorship Manager Leroy Harris Press and Marketing Officer Alan Hay IT and Box Office Assistant Adam Millar Administrative Assistant Eileen O’Reilly Promoter Liaison Louise Page Press and Marketing Manager Amber Rimmer Venue and Performer Manager Lucy Rothwell Development Officer Lynn Taylor Financial Accountant/ Company Secretary Will White Publications Manager Get In Touch Edinburgh Festival Fringe 180 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1QS Tel +44 (0)131 226 0026 Fax +44 (0)131 226 0016 Email admin@edfringe.com Textphone +44 (0)131 220 5594 The Festival Fringe Society Ltd is a company limited by guarantee and recognised as a charity. Its policy - determined by a Board of Directors elected at the AGM in August - is the continual improvement of the world’s largest arts festival, where any person can participate without constraints by the Fringe Society. The Festival Fringe Society Ltd accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of the contents or details in this Programme. Credits Design Photography Styling Hair & Makeup Model Print
Third Eye Design Simple Photography Dawn Weller Paul John Hannah Telford Pindar
2–3 Get Booked Where, when and how to buy all your Fringe tickets 4 Get Friendly Find out how to become a Friend of the Fringe 5 Get Thanked Learn more about our sponsors and supporters 6 Get Involved Education and initiatives at Fringe 2007 and beyond 7 Get Free Special events including Royal Bank on the Royal Mile and Fringe Sunday 8 Get Sorted The Official Daily Guide to the Edinburgh Festivals and how to use this programme 10 Get Going Listings of all Fringe events, divided into the following categories: 10 Children’s Shows 22 Comedy 108 Dance & Physical Theatre 118 Events 124 Exhibitions 130 Music 160 Musicals & Opera 170 Theatre 240 Get Organised Venue information: opening times, show listings, accessibility and food and drink facilities 264 Index 280 (Don’t) Get Lost Venue Map
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Booking Information The Times Fringe Box Office sells tickets for every Fringe show. You can book online, on the phone or over the counter. Booking opens 11 June Daily opening times during the Fringe Phone 0131 226 0000 9am–9pm Online www.edfringe.com 24 hours a day Box Office 180 High Street, Edinburgh 10am–9pm e-ticket tent 2 Aug–27 Aug 10am–9pm Half-Price Hut 7 Aug–27 Aug 10am–9pm
Signed, audio described performances and captioned performances A number of shows provide these services during the Fringe. For a full list contact 0131 226 0026 or go to www.edfringe.com
Large print extracts from this Programme are available on request. Please call 0131 226 0026 Booking advice No booking fee applies to tickets purchased in person. A booking fee of £1.50 per transaction applies to telephone and web bookings
Advance booking
Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded except in the event of a show cancellation
Online Book online at www.edfringe.com from 11 June
Latecomers may not be admitted
Order tickets over the counter at 180 High Street 11 June–14 July (Mon–Sat) 12pm–3pm 16 July–29 July (daily) 10am–6pm 30 July–27 Aug (daily) 10am–9pm
If you have asked to collect your tickets, you must do so from the Times Fringe Box Office, 180 High Street, during the opening hours listed oncession prices are applicable to students, the C unemployed, customers with disabilities (and one helper), senior citizens and children under the age of 16
Phone our Box Office on 0131 226 0000 11 June–14 July (Mon–Sat) 10am–6pm 16 July–29 July (daily) 10am–6pm 30 July–27 Aug (daily) 9am–9pm
Proof of status must be presented at the venue F or most performances a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more is available
customers with disabilities Reasonable adjustments will be made at venues to give the best possible access for people with disabilities, but given the temporary nature of some Fringe venues, facilities may vary. For further details on access at individual venues or for contact details to get in touch with venues directly, check out the venue guide on pxx. If you have special access requirements or need to book wheelchair spaces, please call 0131 226 0002.
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get booked
Half-Price Hut Check out the Half-Price Hut for 50% off a feast of tickets for shows on the same day. If the show you want to see is not selling discount tickets, you can visit the Fringe e-ticket tent next door and order full price tickets online.
Fringe e-ticket tent (in association with Microsoft and Hp) Pop into the Fringe e-ticket tent where you can use one of 40 free-of-charge computers to book tickets and check reviews on www.edfringe.com
Located on the corner of Waverley Bridge and Princes Street by Princes Mall, the Half-Price Hut is open daily from 7–27 Aug 10am–9pm.
Open daily from 2–27 August 10am–9pm, the e-ticket tent is next to the Half-Price Hut on Princes Mall.
The Times Fringe massive 2 for 1 ticket offer
www.edfringe.com
This year you really can have your cake and eat it when Fringe shows give away tickets on a 2 for 1 basis for almost every performance on 5 and 6 August. Participating shows are listed with a 2 for 1 symbol in the Programme. You must book a minimum of two tickets. The offer only applies to full price seats. Concession prices are not available on these dates. Participating shows correct at time of going to print.
Book all your Fringe tickets securely through our award-winning website, read reviews from critics and audiences, buy Fringe fashion, post comments on the message boards and keep up to date with all the latest Fringe news and gossip.
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by Becoming a Friend of the Fringe you not only donate to the Fringe Society, but can also make the most of your Fringe experience Sign up NOW for Fringe 2007 and you will receive all these amazing benefits: • Exclusive 2 for 1 tickets on 100s of shows when booked in person or over the phone • Priority booking phone line & box office • Invites to the Fringe opening party • Free delivery of the Fringe programme This can be yours for as little as £14.00 when signing up by direct debit (Full price £17.00) For an Extra £23 sign up to be a Close Friend and receive tickets to the Official Fringe Opening Party as well as a Daily email media digest that will keep your finger on the pulse of the Fringe. (Best Friendship available also – please contact the Membership Department for more information) To become a Friend download an application form at www.edfringe.com, email your full name and postal address to friends@edfringe.com or call the membership hotline on 0131 226 0036 and we will get you ready for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2007!
The Fringe Office has existed since 1958 and has been a registered charity since 1969. The Friends of the Fringe membership programme was conceived with the aim of providing continuing support for what is now the largest arts festival in the world. Our mission is to provide a variety of services for performers and audiences alike, while also managing free events on the Royal Mile and at Fringe Sunday. We here at the Fringe Office strive consistently to maintain our open access policy, ensuring anyone can take part in the festival without being subject to artistic vetting or selection. This policy is key to the overall success of the Fringe and in its 60 years has meant that we can proudly present an annual programme featuring a wealth of new writing and the hottest new talent from all over the world. Every year the Fringe generates £75 million for the economy in Scotland, yet we operate on a turnover of £1.4 million with public funding of £65,000. And that’s why we need the support of our Friends.
Baroness Smith of Gilmorehill Chair of the board of Directors of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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get thanked
WE WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK OUR SPONSORS AND FRIENDS FOR THEIR ESSENTIAL SUPPORT OF THE EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE.
supporters
Sponsors
A SPECIAL THANK YOU GOES TO OUR BEST FRIENDS: Lord Foulkes of Cumnock, Roger Allen, Carole Anderson, John Angus, Jane Attias, Graeme Baillie, G. David Baldwin, Jayne Bentzen, Ann Caldwell, Hilary Campbell, Chris Carter, Lesley Clemenson, Elissa Da Costa, Mark Coverdale, Mark Cutherbert, Jonathan Davies, Gerald Della-Porta, Leeona Dorrian, Simon Fanshawe, Tracy Ferron, Richard Findlay, Amanda Forsyth, Harriett Gilbert, Raymond & Anita Green, Alison Greer, John Greer, Daniel Hannan, Richard Harrison, Helen Heggie, Angela Hughes, Teruhisa Irie, Barry Jacobs, Stuart Knox, Geoffrey Littman, Lara Lynch, Angus Maclennan, Rachel Mariner, Heather Marshall, Gordon Massie, Gordon McCue, Francis McGrath, Paul Meisak, David Morrison, Jan Moyes, A Peach, Carol Ramsay, Vicky Raphael, Concrete Recordings, Elizabeth Richards, Sir Thomas Risk, Andrew Ritchie, Geraint Rogers, Derek Sawyers, John-Paul Stephenson, Bridget M Stevens, Samantha Terry, Hedley G Wright, Rebecca Young. And thanks again to all of our Friends for their support.
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Fringe Framed
Fringe Junior Press Gang sponsored by Bank of Scotland NEW FOR 2007, the Fringe Junior Press Gang, sponsored by Bank of Scotland, is a competition for young reviewers in Edinburgh with the ultimate prize of a laptop computer and the winner’s words in print. Fringe performers will tour ten selected schools, introducing up to 600 pupils aged between 9 and 11 to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and the skill of arts criticism. Watch the Edinburgh Evening News in August for the Junior Press Gang’s winning entries. sponsored by
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Following on from the success of 2006’s Fringe Framed competition, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2007 is again offering you the opportunity to have your photos published on www.edfringe.com. If you take any great shots on your camera or phone that you feel capture a memorable moment on the Fringe, email framed@edfringe.com from 5 August. For more details visit www.edfringe.com Want to perform at Fringe 2008? Anyone can perform at the Fringe. If you are interested in bringing a show to the Fringe in 2008, come and see us at the Press and Performers Centre just around the corner from the Fringe Shop. We can tell you everything you need to know about bringing a show to the world’s largest arts festival, such as finding a venue and getting into the Fringe Programme. Information can also be found on www.edfringe.com or give us a call on 0131 226 0026 and we will be happy to help. Get your questions answered at our free Fringe talks, `How to Do a Show at the Fringe’, `How to Sell Your Show at the Fringe’ and `How to Tour After the Fringe’. The talks will take place throughout the Fringe at Sweet Grassmarket and will last 75 minutes. The events are free but ticketed and tickets are available from The Times Fringe Box Office.
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get free
FREE Royal Bank on the Royal Mile
FREE The Edinburgh Festivals’ Cavalcade
Throughout August the central section of the Royal Mile around the Fringe Shop and Parliament Square is transformed into a huge street theatre featuring buskers, acrobats, fire-eaters and other entertainers. Also on hand are Fringe performers handing out leaflets or performing short extracts from their shows to help you decide what to see...
Every year the Cavalcade attracts over 175,000 spectators and features the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, along with over 3,000 participants from Fringe shows, Community Groups, Commercial floats and bands from all over the world. The 2007 Cavalcade will take place on Sunday 5 August at 2.30pm. It will run from Market Street, over Waverley Bridge, along Princes Street into Lothian Road, finishing at the end of Castle Terrace.
FREE FRINGE SUNDAY Taking place on the Meadows, a short 10 minute walk from the Fringe Shop, Fringe Sunday is a huge garden party that attracts crowds of over 200,000 and features free performances of Fringe shows, art displays, craft stalls, music and children’s activities. This year also sees the introduction of the Fringe Sunday Stage School Tent sponsored by Bank of Scotland. The tent will feature free workshops and performances and is open to all children that would like to take part. 2007’s event takes place on Sunday 12 August from 11am–5pm.
Please note that the Edinburgh Festivals’ Cavalcade is not organised by the Fringe. For more information please visit www.edinburghcavalcade.com
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how to choose a show
Listings
official daily guide to the edinburgh festivals Produced every day during the festival in association with The Guardian, the Guide contains hour-by-hour listings of every show each day across all of Edinburgh’s festivals, including the Fringe. It is available free from the Fringe Shop on the Royal Mile, as well as hundreds of other locations around Edinburgh.
All entries have been written by the performing companies themselves. The layout of all entries has been standardised as follows:
Reviews The Scotsman and Metro print reviews, news, interviews and more in a daily festival supplement, while you’ll also find daily coverage in the Edinburgh Evening News, The Herald, The Guardian and The Times. Weekly publications like The List, Scotland on Sunday, Sunday Herald, The Sunday Times Scotland, ThreeWeeks and The Stage also provide coverage of the Fringe.
4. Dates & times The 24 hour clock is used. Shows starting in the early hours, e.g. 1.15am, are listed on the previous day’s date. Shows starting from 7am are shown on the current date. Approximate show duration is given in brackets.
Web Next to the show listings on www.edfringe.com you’ll find an online digest of critics’ star ratings for shows, as well as reviews and ratings from members of the public. You can also read reviews and more on www.edinburghfestivals. co.uk and www.edinburghguide.com Word of mouth Great tips are everywhere during the Fringe from critics, performers and even the person standing next to you in the queue. Posters, leaflets and flyers are everywhere to help you make up your mind. Please note that the Fringe Office works on behalf of all performers in the Programme so our staff will not recommend individual shows to you. The Times Fringe Knowledge The Times Fringe Knowledge will tell you the what, where and when of all Fringe shows, live to your mobile. For more information on this service, visit timesonline.co.uk/edinburgh
1. Show title 2. Performer/performing company name 3. Venue information More information about all venues and the shows running at them can be found in the alphabetical directory of venues on ppxx
5. Calendar Dates in bold indicate that the show takes place on that date. The smaller dates are days when Fringe shows may take place (such as previews) but which are not within the core dates of the Fringe (5–27 August). The red dates indicate when a show is part of The Times Fringe 2 for 1 ticket offer on 5 and 6 August. 6. Price For unreserved seats in nearly all cases. Concession prices, where available, are given in brackets and are offered to: S: Students; U: Unemployed; D: Disabled; O: OAPs; C: Children under 16. Identification will be asked for at the venue. A further concession – F: Family Ticket for four tickets purchased at the same time where a minimum of two tickets are for children – is also available. 7. Premieres Specifies World, European or UK premiere. 8. Age Suitability In the Children’s section of the Programme a guide to age suitability (recommended by the producing company and not the Fringe Office) is given in brackets. 9. The Times Fringe 2 for 1 offer Indicates that The Times Fringe 2 for 1 discount is available on tickets for this show on 5 and 6 August. For more details see p3.
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THE CRAZY WORLD OF HARRY POTTY Harry Potty Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Explore the world of the Sprogs and the Biggies, as Harry Potty makes you laugh as you've never laughed before. Backwards, upside down and inside out. You've never laughed like that before, have you? Aug 8 –13: 11:30 (39mins) £5.00 (£3.00) 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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get around and then get going! The Edinburgh summer festival calendar The Fringe is part of the wider Edinburgh Festivals, which is made up of a number of distinct, independently organised festivals. Together they provide you with a spectacular variety of events to choose from. Go to www.edinburghfestivals.co.uk for more information or use the details listed below. Edinburgh Art Festival 26 July–2 September 2007 www.edinburghartfestival.org Starbucks Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival 27 July–5 August 2007 www.edinburghjazzfestival.com Edinburgh Military Tattoo 3–25 August 2007 www.edintattoo.co.uk Edinburgh International Festival 10 August–2 September 2007 www.eif.co.uk
Edinburgh International Book Festival 11–27 August 2007 www.edbookfest.co.uk Edinburgh Interactive Entertainment Festival 12–14 August 2007 www.eief.co.uk Edinburgh International Film Festival 15–26 August 2007 www.edfilmfest.org.uk Edinburgh Mela 1–2 September 2007 www.edinburgh-mela.co.uk For more information on arts festivals across the UK, go to the British Arts Festivals Association at www.artsfestivals.co.uk
get around and then get going! The Edinburgh summer festival calendar The Fringe is part of the wider Edinburgh Festivals, which is made up of a number of distinct, independently organised festivals. Together they provide you with a spectacular variety of events to choose from. Go to www.edinburghfestivals.co.uk for more information or use the details listed below. Edinburgh Art Festival 26 July–2 September 2007 www.edinburghartfestival.org Starbucks Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival 27 July–5 August 2007 www.edinburghjazzfestival.com Edinburgh Military Tattoo 3–25 August 2007 www.edintattoo.co.uk Edinburgh International Festival 10 August–2 September 2007 www.eif.co.uk
Edinburgh International Book Festival 11–27 August 2007 www.edbookfest.co.uk Edinburgh Interactive Entertainment Festival 12–14 August 2007 www.eief.co.uk Edinburgh International Film Festival 15–26 August 2007 www.edfilmfest.org.uk Edinburgh Mela 1–2 September 2007 www.edinburgh-mela.co.uk For more information on arts festivals across the UK, go to the British Arts Festivals Association at www.artsfestivals.co.uk
Aesop's Fables - Michael Morpurgo Scamp Theatre and Bristol Old Vic
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Three actors and a one-man-band combine with a host of colourful characters to magically recreate the most enchanting stories ever told. 'Side-splitting, appeals as much to adults as their offspring' Stage. www.scamptheatre.com
Preview Aug 3-4: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 12:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 12:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Albert's Magical Mystery Tour Albert & Friends Instant Circus
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, East Gate, 7a Inverleith Row • 0131 552 7171 • Grid Ref: A2
Join Albert and his fabulous circus friends on a journey into an anarchic world filled with music, magic and mayhem (13th Year). See 'Circus for Success', a daily workshop programme, Bonaly Outdoor Centre Venue No. 330. Aug 12-19: 13:00 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Alice - The Musical
Wells Cathedral Junior School Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Youngest ever cast to appear at the Fringe return with their glorious new production. Based on the adventures of Alice in Wonderland, this riot of colour, music and effervescent fun will delight children of all ages. Aug 15-17: 12:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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All Aboard
Pleasance in association with Infinite Number of Monkeys Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Comic legend Ewen MacIntosh ('The Office') and multi-award winner Tim FitzHigham pay homage to this kids classic album. Songs include 'The Laughing Policeman', 'Right Said Fred', 'Ernie', 'The Hippopotamus' and 'Two Little Boys'. Aug 15,20-22,27: 11:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 18-19,24-26: 11:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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BANG ON! - JUNK PERCUSSION WORKSHOP Bang On!
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Professional percussion duo Bang On! show you how to make music with anything from a pair of shoes to a garden rake. Bring a piece of junk and join in the fun! www.bangon.net Aug 4-6,8-12,15-19,22-27: 11:00 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) (£16.00 F) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Be a Star in a Juggling Show! Comedy on the Square
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
See a half-hour comic juggling show - then learn juggling with acclaimed Fringe veterans Fred Anderson, Scot Nery & friends. Why just see a show, when you can be the show? **** Broadway Baby. Aug 3-27: 13:10 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Beowulf
Heart Off Guard Theatre Company Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Stories have the power to reach across the centuries and touch us when we least expect. We bring to life this age-old tale of humanity, heroes and monsters, life and death using a mixture of storytelling, music and drama. Aug 13-27: 12:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Big Filling:This Time it's Pie-sonal TwoShed Productions
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Jealousy. Revenge. Theft. Pies. An interactive comedy thriller where you decide the ending. Like an episode of 'Scooby Doo' directed by Hitchcock, 'The Big Filling' is unique family entertainment. www.twoshedproductions.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 10:45 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 10:45 (45mins) £8.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 10:45 (45mins) £9.00 (£6.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages 8+
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The Bigger Picture What's the Magic Word?
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Myth, magic and mess! Dynamic facilitators deliver wickedly creative workshops for the young and young at heart. Join us for an art and craft session exploring Edinburgh's past. Full of ghosts, ghouls and giggles. Accompanying adult goes free. www.projectk.co.uk Aug 16-17,20-24,27: 10:15 (50mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 16-17,20-24,27: 13:15 (50mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 18,25: 10:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 18-19,25-26: 13:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50)
World premiere • Suitable for ages 4+
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The Big Ugly Monster and the Little Stone Rabbit These Colours
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Rik Mayall narrates the hilarious and heart-warming story of an ugly monster with a beautiful heart. A wonderful tale of friendship, triumph and laughter, adapted from the book by Chris Wormell. Preview Aug 1-3: 13:05 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 13:05 (55mins) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:05 (55mins) £8.00 (£6.50) World premiere • Suitable for ages 3+
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Billy and the Bwca Living Theatre Company
Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
Billy doesn't believe in fairytales. So who can he tell about the BWCA sitting on his bed? In a land of old magic and lost stories can courage, daydreaming and peach melba really save the world? Aug 14-26: 10:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00)
World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Blunderbus Groovy Puppetry Workshop Blunderbus Theatre Company
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Whether you've watched one of our fabulous shows or not, come along and learn about all kinds of funky puppets. A fun-packed, practical workshop for all the family. Aug 4,6-11,13-18,20-24: 13:30 (1hr) £4.50 (£15.00 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Boy and the Dog Who Walked to the Moon TellaTale
Brodies LLP helps the Edinburgh Festival Fringe find its audience Sponsors of the 2007 Fringe Poster Competition
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
With your help, will Tomas & Don Alfonso reach the moon? Laugh, enjoy, be intrigued and discover a magical adventure full of danger, excitement, riddles, eccentric characters and difficult obstacles. Preview Aug 1-3: 11:35 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-12,14-27: 11:35 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Burple Brothers Thingymagigs
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The UK's newest and most exciting comedy band for kids. Jam-packed with fabby new tunes, outrageous versions of old favourites and super sing-a-longs for everyone. Are you ready to be Burpled? Aug 12,18: 11:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 13: 11:15 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 14-17: 11:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
15 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 8HA T 0131 228 3777 F 0131 228 3878 2 Blythswood Square, Glasgow G2 4AD T 0141 248 4672 F 0141 221 9270 www.brodies.co.uk
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Cat and No Mouse
Does A Monster Live Next Door?
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Serious Comedy
Tall Stories
Welcome to my show! A cabaret for kids featuring three fantastic stories from the Brothers Grimm performed by the amazing, world-famous Cat. This show has everything - storytelling, music, comedy ... Oh, all right, and a mouse! www.seriouscomedy.co.uk Aug 3,20,27: 10:30 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 10:30 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 10:30 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Every day, Maud helps her parents make toys for other children. Every night she has nightmares about a monster invading her house ... Will her new friend Frieda be able to solve the mystery? www.tallstories.org.uk Aug 2-3,20,27: 15:20 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Cinderella C theatre
BIG WOODEN HORSE theatre for young people
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Cinders' days were spent dreaming of a world beyond the kitchen sink - until she discovered that life as a princess could be a perfect fit! 'Slick and sophisticated' ThreeWeeks. 'Well worth getting out of bed for' Independent. www.ctheatre.com
The Bus Driver asks us to look after the bus, but we know what the Pigeon wants to do! He begs, persuades and teases. But will you let him drive? Fabulous Family Fun!
Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 11:20 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 11:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 11:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 4+
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Circus for Success Bonaly Outdoor Centre, 71 Bonaly Road • 0131 441 1878 • Grid Ref: F1
A brilliant day's entertainment with London's Premier Youth Circus training team. A challenging, achievable and rewarding experience. Traditional circus skills including static trapeze, web rope & rolla rolla. Lunch provided too! Information & Bookings: 020 82371170 / 07950701231. Aug 12-19: 10:30 (5hrs) £35.00
Suitable for ages 7-15
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Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Award-winning Indefinite Articles invite you to a world of fabulous forms, amazing animals and morphing monsters - a play for the senses where the audience invent the story and experience the clay. Made with and for 3-6 year olds. www.theatreis.org
Preview Aug 2-3: 10:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-14,16-27: 10:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Suitable for ages 3+
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The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
From the Arts Theatre in London's West End, a proper comedy club for children over six and anyone who likes top quality comedy without swearing. 'The perfect way to entertain the whole family' ***** ThreeWeeks. Preview Aug 2-4: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 6-10,13-17,20-24,27: 18:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00)
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Suitable for ages 6+
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Roger Jenkins
Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room • 0131 226 000 • Grid Ref: E5
A professional Singaporean storyteller shares favourite Asian folktales. Stories of universal wisdom for adults too! By a teller known for comedy, characterisation and spontaneous interaction. 'What is told mouth to mouth lives forever',Vietnamese saying.
Aug 13: 11:30 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 14-19: 11:30 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£24.00 F) European premiere • Suitable for ages 7+
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Dance Base presents ... HipHopScotch
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Suitable for ages 3-7
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The Elves & The Shoemaker Shoooooooooes! Swarthy pirate boots ... delightful dancing slippers ... no-one makes shoes like an elf. Magical re-telling of the classic fable, using puppets, storytelling, music and so many beautiful shoes. Last year's 'Fringe Gem' ***** List. ***** ThreeWeeks. www.widdershins.co.uk Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25: 14:30 (53mins) £7.00 (£5.00) (£20.00 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Suitable for ages 3+
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The Emperor's New Clothes
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
We're ready to show that Scotland can hang with the best in the world. Breakdancers, DJ Prospect, a human Beatboxer and ... even a bagpiper! Momentous world premiere 'HipHopScotch' showcases a hugely talented crew of Scottish teenagers. World premiere • Suitable for ages 8+
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Roland's father promises they'll stop swindling people and settle down but, before they can, they must 'create' a ravishing outfit to satisfy the desires of the Emperor, the Underwear Underlord, Duchess Overdresser, and other outrageous courtiers. Aug 18: 12:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 14:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 18:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 10:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 1+
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Overflowing with magic, excitement and surprises; this charming adaptation of Edith Nesbit's timeless fantasy follows the summer adventures of four children who discover a troublesome wishing ring. With a lively original score and a uniquely beautiful set.
Preview Aug 3-4: 11:25 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 11:25 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Suitable for ages 5+
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Fish 'n' Ships
Moving In Circles
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Aug 4,6-11,13-18,20-24: 14:30 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F) Aug 5,12,19: 12:30 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F)
The Enchanted Castle Peaceful Lion Productions
CROC DOESN'T EAT CHICKEN!
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Elmer was different. He was yellow, and orange, and blue - every colour of the rainbow. But Elmer wanted to be Elephant-coloured! This delightful new play for 3-7 year olds is an adventure not to be missed!
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Fat Cat Productions
Aug 8: 10:30 (40mins) £6.00 Aug 9-12,14-18: 10:30 (40mins) £7.00
Blunderbus Theatre Company
The American High School Theatre Festival
Comedy Club 4 Kids
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Elmer the Elephant
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
Indefinite Articles
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Theatre of Widdershins
Claytime
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Suitable for ages 3+
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Albert & Friends
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Preview Aug 3-4: 13:00 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 13:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.00)
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Red Balloon Theatre Company Charlotte Chapel, 204 Rose Street • 0131 225 4812 • Grid Ref: D3
Jonah's got a message for Nineveh but the Ninevites are seriously nasty. Will Jonah go and give them the message? Or is there something fishy going on? Running away from God has never been this much trouble ... Aug 6-10: 14:15 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 11: 11:00 (45mins) £4.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Suitable for ages 5 to 11
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Flamenco for Kids
Ricardo Garcia's Grupo Flamenco The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Spanish Flamenco for the whole family - learn the rhythms, stamp your feet, clap along ... and dance! Fun and educational, this children's participation show will fill you with sunshine and joy! Costumes for kids and instruments to try. Aug 18-19,25-26: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£5.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 3+
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Fly to the Moon and Singalong with Mr Boom Mr Boom
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Let the Spaceship Imagination transport you to a happy place where Earthlings wee and tall all hold hands and sing, transforming arms to wings, with smiles for one and all. Aug 6-9,13-19: 10:00 (1hr) £6.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Suitable for ages 1+
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Funny Bones Puppet Lab
North Edinburgh Arts Centre, 15a Pennywell Court • 0131 315 2151 • Grid Ref: A1
Based on the popular book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, this is the story of three skeletons who are looking for people to scare. But everyone is sleeping except for them and they decide to scare each other ... Aug 4: 11:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4: 14:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4: 15:30 (50mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 3+
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Funny Business starring Fraser Hooper Fraser Hooper
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
see page 12 for show information
Guaranteed giggles, classic clowning and consummate skill, mixing mime and comedy in an award-winning silent show that has delighted audiences of all ages worldwide. 46090 BWH Advert 16/4/07 12:08 Page 1 Clare G4 HD:Work on G4:46090 BWHend, Advert: 'Kept us to the hiccupping with laughter' Times. Aug 5-13: 12:00 (1hr) £6.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
BIG WOODEN HORSE theatre for young people presents
Suitable for ages 5+
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The Giraffe and The Pelly and Me Rubber Duck Theatre
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Billy's bizarre new neighbours need to wash every one of the Duke of Hampshire's windows - can they do it? Sweets, songs and puppetry abound in Roald Dahl's classic. 'Fantastic' edinburghguide.com. Aug 2-3,20,27: 13:05 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:05 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:05 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Suitable for ages 3+
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The Greatest Bubble Show on Earth The Amazing Bubble Man
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Square bubbles, illuminated colour bubbles, breathtaking gigantic bubbles, spinning bubbles, people-inside-bubbles, and special-effect bubbles. Learn, laugh and love with this thrilling soaptastic comedy-demo about the world of Bubblology. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 12:00 (45mins) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:00 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:00 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C)
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World premiere • Suitable for ages all
by mo willems
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Green Meanie The Green Room
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
3rd -27th August (except 14th) Pleasance Kingdome 1.00pm
WIN!
sponsored by
£1000 worth of prizes to be given away!
see page 12 for show information
He's green, but he's not clean. Kids love the lumpy creature who gives them funny things but his sloppy ways might cause more problems than global warming. Can the kids help him learn? An ecological allegory for children. Preview Aug 2-4: 10:30 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:30 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 11:30 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) UK premiere • Suitable for ages 4+
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Greyfriar's Bobby
Hansel & Gretel - A Fractured Fairytale
Frantic Redhead @ Greyfriars Kirkyard, Main Gates • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Frantic Redhead Productions
Seven Dwarves Ltd
Help find Bobby before he's culled by the dog catchers! 'This mobile show works well on two levels: adults are interested in the history and jokes; the kids become absorbed in the hunt ...' Critics Choice Scotsman. Final Year! Aug 2-4,7-11: 11:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) (£5.00 OC) Aug 4,11: 12:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) (£5.00 OC) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 4-11
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Imagine the confusion when a crazy jester tries to save Hansel & Gretel from the wicked witch and along the way bumps into all sorts of unexpected characters. www.sevendwarves.org Aug 3-27: 14:00 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F) European premiere • Suitable for ages 4-11
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Grimm Tales
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Gresham's
A History of Scotland (in 60 minutes or less)
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Sleekit Productions
Enchanting fables from established Fringe favourite Gresham's, back for their 13th consecutive year. The beautiful magic of the Brothers Grimm's timeless tales is recreated by this dynamic production. 'Worth getting out of bed for' **** ThreeWeeks.
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 5-10: 11:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 11:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Suitable for ages 5+
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Growing Growing ... Gone! The Story of Jack and the Beanstalk Krazy Kat Theatre Company (Sign Language Arts)
Meet Kings, Queens, Heroes,Villains and everyday Scots who shaped Scotland's past. Enjoy a fun, fast-paced hour of storytelling, song and drama: stories of Scotland, its people and its history. www.scotlandin60.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-3: 10:50 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 10:50 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 10:50 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
How to be a Hero
Can Krazy Kat's Kinny Gardner and Darren Cheek, plus a watering can, cover this tall tale? A storytelling extravaganza, original music and a rather cross giant! Featuring fully integrated sign language.
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Aug 16-18: 11:00 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 3-7
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Haiku for Kids Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
You might think you know what a haiku is ... but you won't have seen haiku done like this before. Join us to write your own and perform them to music. Plus Haiku Balloon Release - details TBA. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere • Suitable for ages 9-11
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Tom Thunder is on a mission. Will he get past the Monsters of the Wildlands to find the famous Flying Horse? Find out in a new puppet adventure from the team behind last year's family favourite 'Knight -Time'. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 12:05 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:05 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:05 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Catch-a-Haiku
Aug 8-11: 10:35 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
Scratch Built Productions
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The Incredible Bull Circus Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
These two marvellous matadors will astound you with unparalleled deeds of daring performed by an awesome herd of highly trained bulls. Witness headlong leaps through rings of fire and escapology from iron chains.
Preview Aug 3-4: 10:30 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 5-9,13: 10:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) (£16.00 F) Aug 10-12: 10:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) (£16.00 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Suitable for ages 5+
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The Incredible Bull Circus Starring the Brother Juan ... 3 Monkey Productions
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Marvellous matadors will astound you with unparalleled deeds of daring performed by a herd of highly trained bulls. A rip-roaring, riotous, rollercoaster ride of comedy chaos, classic clowning and tight trousers! Aug 15-19,21-26: 12:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£5.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
World premiere • Suitable for ages 8+
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Incredible Tales from the Miracle Book! Rhema Theatre Company
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Fun-filled, family-friendly adventure from Rhema Theatre Company! Featuring Noah, a fiery furnace, and Good Friday's extraordinary game of life and death. Hilarious and heart-warming! For Children 5-105! www.rhematheatre.org Aug 19-27: 14:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£4.50) (£18.50 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 5+
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Jackajack
TuckedIn Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
The survival of the new world rests in the paws of one little puppy. Inspired by Martin Amis' short story, Jackajack is told through jagged physical theatre and junkyard puppetry. Warped children's theatre suitable for anyone over 7 years.
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Aug 13-16,20-23: 10:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 17-19,24-26: 10:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
World premiere • Suitable for ages 7+
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James Campbell's Comedy 4 Kids IMWP/Fat Cat Productions
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A wintertastic fiesta with penguins and a singing snowman. (Subject to weather being below freezing). Alternatively James will talk about funny things in a funny way for people who like that sort of thing. Aug 18-19,25-26: 14:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 8+
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5 Aug 11-12: 14:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00
Suitable for ages 8+
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James Campbell's Onomatopoeia Society III: The Vegetarian Amputation Project Fat Cat Productions
see page 18 for show information
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
The Onomatopoeia Society oooohs, aaaarghs and ibegyourpardons with clever wordplay, wooblewibblishness and ooohplop. This year they remove legs from baaaaas. 'Must see' Stage. 'The best sort of absurdist comedy' Guardian.
Preview Aug 2-3: 15:40 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 15:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 15:40 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages 6+
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James Campbell's Spinistry of Moonerism Fat Cat Productions
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
A welightfully ditty and silliantly bratirical play for chever kildren and grilly sown-ups. 'I didn't mean to coo on the parpet area I was leeing on the wego and it just fell out' A Dog. Preview Aug 2-3: 15:40 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 15:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 15:40 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages 6+
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see page 16 for show information
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The Jewel in the Lotus
The Crow Show in association with Escalator East to Edinburgh C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Tales from Tibet where magic sparkles in the clear bright air. We follow a boy and his yak on a long journey as stories are brought to life with puppets, transformation, shadows and laughter. www.thecrowshow.co.uk Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 11:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 13,20,27: 11:00 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 14-17,21-24: 11:00 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Suitable for ages 5+
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Jo Goes To The Farm Jo Jingles
Craiglockhart Parish Church, Craiglockhart Drive North • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: H1
Jo Jingles is back after last years sell-out show and this time he's going down to the farm. Come along to sing and dance with Big Jo. www.jojingles.com Aug 7-11: 10:00 (45mins) £5.50 Aug 7-11: 11:00 (45mins) £5.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 6mths-5yrs
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see page 11 for show information
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Just So
Newbury Youth Theatre Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
Kipling's enchanting tales brought to life by this brilliant young company. 'How the Camel Got His Hump', 'The Elephant's Child' and more, featuring music, magic and laughter. 'Youth theatre at its best' edinburghguide.com. 'Excellent' **** Scotsman. Aug 13-18: 18:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 6+
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Kidsamonium Kidsamonium
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Kidsamonium is a magical musical event enabling 6 -14 year olds to experience the power and freedom of jazz. A crack(pot) troupe of characters create a series of hilarious performances and musical games to watch and join in. Aug 3-4,6-11: 10:00 (3hrs) £8.50
Suitable for ages 6-14
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Witches, Fauns and Magical creatures. Follow Lucy into the enchanting world of Narnia. An energetic interpretation of the C.S. Lewis classic. 'Top Notch Performers' **** (Three Weeks 2005) Fringe Sell Out 2006.
Suitable for ages 7+
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The Lion,the Witch and the Wardrobe Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy do battle with the cruel White Witch as Narnia is brought thrillingly to life on stage. Spectacular and lively musical adaptation of C S Lewis' timeless classic adventure story.
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Suitable for ages 5+
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Little Bear
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Musical puppet show without words. Follow the story of Little Bear as he discovers the world around him, we learn to grow up and how to help others to grow. www.risorius.fr Aug 5-27: 10:30 (30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 5-27: 11:15 (30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) European premiere • Suitable for ages 18mths-4yrs
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LITTLE HOWARD AND THE MAGIC PENCIL OF LIFE AND DEATH Little Howard
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Award-winning man-and-cartoon double-act Big and Little Howard with a show for all the family. 'Genius Creation' Metro. As seen on CBBC's 'The Slammer' and 'Beat The Boss'. www.littlehoward.co.uk.
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Suitable for ages 6+
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North Edinburgh Arts Centre/Starcatchers North Edinburgh Arts Centre, 15a Pennywell Court • 0131 315 2151 • Grid Ref: A1
Little Light is on a wonderful journey to the moon and plays with some very special friends on the way. Original music, storytelling and puppets all feature in this interactive performance for very young children.
Aug 17-18,21-25,28-Sep 1: 10:00 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 17-18,21-25,28-Sep 1: 11:30 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 17-18,22,24-25,29,31-Sep 1: 15:00 (45mins) £5.00 World premiere • Suitable for ages 6mths-4yrs
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A fantastic journey through the stars for children; a map to rediscover your inner child for adults. Theatre M brings its renowned physical ensemble style to this beloved classic tale for the child in all of us.
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Calum Fleming
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Following a successful run at the Fringe last year, The Magical Jello, now 16, returns with a batch of new tricks and old jokes. Packed with fun for all the family, audience participation encouraged, lollies included! www.magicaljello.co.uk Aug 6-11: 11:15 (50mins) £4.00 (£12.00 F) Aug 6-11: 12:30 (50mins) £4.00 (£12.00 F) Aug 6-11: 13:45 (50mins) £4.00 (£12.00 F)
World premiere • Suitable for ages 3+
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The Man Who Planted Trees Puppet State Theatre Company
Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
'It is very, very rare to find something that appeals as effortlessly to children and adults as this magical show' ***** Scotsman. An inspiring, comical adaptation of Giono's masterpiece. 'The dog is a star!' www.puppetstate.com Aug 4-6,8-13,15-20,22-27: 13:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Suitable for ages 7+
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Marion:Too Long in the Forest RFD Productions
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
After Robin's untimely death (of bird flu), an aging Marion must save the Kingdom one last time through dance and song, proving that she is a greater hero than her husband ever was. Preview Aug 3-4,6-11,13-18: 10:30 (1hr) £6.50 (£4.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages 8+
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Men Of Steel Men Of Steel
Family smash hit! Three mad chefs, two Cookie Cutters, a host of kitchen utensils and food in a puppet extravaganza. Features popcorn, watermelon killing and the felling of a broccoli forest. Director's Award - Melbourne Comedy Festival. Preview Aug 2-4: 11:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,21-22,27: 11:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 11:00 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 17-18,24-25: 23:35 (55mins) £10.00 European premiere • Suitable for ages 4+
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MODERN CAUTIONARY TALES FOR CHILDREN Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Theatre M
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Aug 6: 13:45 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 7-12: 13:45 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
Murray Lachlan Young
The Little Prince
Aug 2-3: 10:00 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4,6-10: 10:00 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 10:00 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
An Entertainment for Young People - 'Little Sweep' is the tale of a sweep boy sold into service and bullied. A simple story with which young people can sympathise, performed by talented young singers from the Norfolk YMT.
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Little Light
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Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
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Theatre Du Risorius
Preview Aug 2-4: 11:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22,27: 11:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10,17-19,23-26: 11:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
Suitable for ages 5+
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The Magical Jello
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
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Aug 13-18: 12:45 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Cambridge University ADC
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Ever wondered where stories come from? Venture to a magical story land where old trees, little red puppets and giant birds tell tales. Total Theatre Award Long List 2006. Set stories free ... www.littleredthings.co.uk
Norfolk Youth Music Theatre
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 1-3,20,27: 15:15 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:15 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C)
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
The Little Sweep
B.G.Touring
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Gomito Productions
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The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
Aug 14-17: 10:45 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£3.00)
Little Red Things:The Boy Who Wouldn't Listen
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Suitable for ages 3+
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Stand-up interactive poetry show - audience boogieing on-stage, rhyming out-loud, discovering that poetry can be fun, thought-provoking and even quite cool! 'Hilarious. A ranting Tom Baker talking about toilet-training.Your children will love this show!' Cornishman. Preview Aug 3-4: 12:00 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,21-23,27: 12:00 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) (£16.00 F) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5-10
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Monster Hits Tall Stories
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
William's parents are on holiday so he's staying with his grumpy grandpa. In his creepy attic room, with its scary noises, William can't help wondering: are there monsters in the walls ... ? From the creators of 'The Gruffalo.' www.tallstories.org.uk Aug 2-3,20,27: 14:10 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:10 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:10 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 3+
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NIGHTINGALES, ELEPHANTS and ALEXANDER BEETLE Louis de Bernieres and The Antonius Players
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Poetry and music with best-selling author, Louis de Bernieres, and The Antonius Players. Highly entertaining children's event based on a theme of animals and nature. Be prepared for the unexpected and ready to join in! Aug 4,6,10,13: 15:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 14: 11:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
European premiere • Suitable for ages 8+
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THE Mouse,the Bird and the Sausage and other Grimm Tales
Painting Music - Workshop
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Can you hear colour or see sound? Now you can come and try painting them! Suitable for the entire family. Come and be inspired by classical music and see if you can recreate through paint what you hear!
Painting Music
Therfield Theatre Company
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Multi award-winning, darkly funny physical theatre. 2006 winners of National U21 Buxton trophy - Most promising theatre group and Michael Caine Leatherhead Festival - Best Junior Show, Best Actor, Best Director. Aug 20-25: 11:30 (45mins) £5.00 (£3.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 5+
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John Montgomery
Meet Captain Cook and explore the building blocks of music with loads of fun along the way! Singing, dancing, conducting, mixing, live and interactive. All aboard for an incredible musical journey. www.music-island-adventure.co.uk
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Aug 6-10,13-17: 13:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) (£20.00 F) World premiere • Suitable for ages 7+
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The Never-ending Punchline and Yeah Right Likely Story Likely Story Word Theatre
Unique, entertaining story-telling. Rupert Smith presents 'The Never-Ending Punchline' (16:00) - parables performed as funky poetic events for 5-8s - and 'Yeah Right Likely Story' (18:00) for 9s and up - the plots thicken!
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World premiere • Suitable for ages 5-8 & 9-14
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Portsmouth Grammar School
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Childhood beckons! A world of magic, mermaids and make believe, of lagoons and lost boys ... where night flights and pirate fights make for awfully big adventures. Rediscover the wonder of Neverland. Aug 6-11: 11:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£4.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Suitable for ages 6+
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Pinocchio
Leicestershire Youth Arts
Scottish Bible Society, 7 Hampton Terrace • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Aug 14-18: 16:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 14-18: 18:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
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Peter Pan or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
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Music Island Adventure
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Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 11:30 (1hr) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 4,6-10,14-17,21-24: 11:30 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 11,18,25: 11:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 3+
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Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Adapted from Carlo Collodi. Parrots, polecats, foxes and fairies in a sparkling new production of the Italian children's classic. Can Pinocchio outwit the villains to find his father and finally win his dream of becoming a real boy ... ? Aug 19-24: 17:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) BOS0006 KidsTheatre100407.qxd 12/4/07 11:08 am Page 1 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Exhilarated by the arts? So are we. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is just one of the things we love being involved with. In fact, you’ll find us sponsoring all sorts of activities in the arts throughout Scotland. From Scottish Ballet to the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, and from the Children’s International Theatre Festival to the Edinburgh International Festival. Quite simply, if it matters to you, it matters to us.
www.bankofscotland.co.uk
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The Pirate,The Potato & The Camel (Not Forgetting the Parrot)
Red Riding Hood's Magic Purse Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre
Top Edge Productions
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Can the Pirate make peace with the Potato? Possibly - with help from the Camel, coconuts and songs even Dads can sing. 'A mash hit' Potato Weekly. 'Buried Treasure' Pirate Review.
Wolf plans to have Grannie for lunch and little Rosie for afternoon tea ... A gentle, funny and beautifully designed take on the classic story. 'Kept the children enthralled, and really fun too!' Tricycle Theatre, London.
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Aug 3-25: 14:15 (1hr) £5.00
European premiere • Suitable for ages 4 - 7
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Leicestershire Youth Arts
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Festival Highlights
Snozzcumber, frobscottle, whizzpoppers? What can all this nonsense mean? Timid and thoughtful orphan, Sophie, must find out as she enters the mystical Dream Country and the colourful world of the one and only Big Friendly Giant.
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
All the books in sixty minutes? Watch this comic storytelling duo attempt the ultimate challenge. Total sell-out 2006. 'Keeps the muggles chuckling' **** Evening Standard. 'Incredibly funny' Guardian. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Suitable for ages 3-7
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Roald Dahl's BFG
Potted Potter:The Unauthorised Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff
Preview Aug 2-3: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-14,16-21,23-27: 13:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Aug 13-17: 17:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Roald Dahl's The Witches understairs arts
Professor Bumm's Story Machine
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Welcome to The Hotel Magnificent! Tip our staff - they might just leak a few secrets - the mice problem maybe!? Or the strange group of women itching their scalps and holding their noses around children!? www.understairs-productions.org.uk
The Black Sheep
The family favourite improvised comedy show returns, following West End run and BBC1's 'The Slammer'. 'Whose Line ... ?' meets 'Jackanory'. 'Parents shine and children dissolve into giggles. Children's theatre that defies gravity' Times, **** Scotsman & List. www.storymachine.biz
Preview Aug 3-4: 10:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-27: 10:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,21-23: 10:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Suitable for ages 6+
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Puss-in-Boots Satin Production
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
'Puss-in-Boots' but with a difference! Puss teaches his master how to survive, how to gain the King's friendship and how to outwit the nasty man-eating ogre, with much audience participation and singing familiar rhymes that all children will enjoy! Preview Aug 3-4: 11:00 (55mins) £4.00 Aug 5-11: 11:00 (55mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Rachel Trachtenburg's Morning Show
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The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Hey Kids!! (And Parents!!) Let's learn life lessons through crafty expressions, music, cooking and artisitcal sessions. Edinburgh stars, the Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players present hilarous info-tainment designed to enlighten and entertain kids of all ages. Preview Aug 2-4: 12:00 (50mins) £6.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 12:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) World premiere • Suitable for ages All
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Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow Collapsible Theatre Company
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Adventure with the hood of Merry Men as they riot and romp through Sherwood Forest. Cheer for the chaps in tights as they trounce the sardonic Sheriff of Nottingham. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 10:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 10:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 10:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 6+
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Sam AND the Fortune Teller understairs arts
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Aug 3-27: 10:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50) (£20.00 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Scottish Ceilidh for Kids Celtic Collective
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Dance the jigs, wear yer kilts, clap to the music, bring the family! All dances called so it's easy. Fun for all in this high energy participation show! Four stars from List and ThreeWeeks. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
The Selfish Crocodile
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Suitable for ages 3-7
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Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
The animals in the forest are scared of the selfish old crocodile. Until one day, he has a terrible toothache, and a little mouse finds a way to solve his snappy dilemma.
Aug 2-4,6-11,13-18,20-25: 10:15 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F) Aug 5,12,19: 14:35 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F) European premiere • Suitable for ages 4-7 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
SILLY BILLY BUM BREATH STRIKES BACK
Meet Rainbow Fish and her fishy friends! The sell-out international tour swims into Edinburgh following Singapore, Australia and India. A magical, musical undersea journey, re-telling Marcus Pfizer's award-winning story with puppets, live action and Black Light Magic. Aug 1-3,13: 10:00 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17: 10:00 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18: 10:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Blunderbus Theatre Company
Rainbow Fish
I Theatre (Singapore)
Suitable for ages 3+
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Blunderbus Theatre Company The Rainbow Fish is proud and vain, and must learn to give away her prized possessions - her shimmering scales. Blunderbus make a welcome return with this delightful tale about friendship, especially for 3 - 7 year olds.
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Aug 18-19,25-26: 12:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£5.00 C)
The Rainbow Fish
Aug 4,6-11,13-18,20-24: 12:30 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£22.00 F)
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One thing is for certain - grown-ups always tell the truth. So when Sam receives a premonition from a wizened fortune teller he'll have to change his mischievous ways or it'll all come true - right? www.understairs-productions.org.uk
Rachel Trachtenburg
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Aug 3-27: 09:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.50) (£20.00 F)
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BLACKCAN Productions
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
The 2005/2006 sell-out sensation is back and it's naughtier and funnier then ever! 'The most enjoyable children's show on the fringe' Stage. 'Laughs come thick and fast *****' List . '****' Herald.
Preview Aug 3-4: 14:00 (1hr) £6.50 Aug 5-19,22-27: 14:00 (1hr) £7.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Practical Magic Theatre Company Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
***** Fringe veterans Practical Magic present this hilarious fast-paced sketch show for primary school-aged kids. Monologues! Sketches! Stand-up! Crazy comic creations! From the pen of Gillian McLean (contributor to BBC's 'Karen Dunbar Show'). Currently touring Scotland - see www.practical-magic.org Aug 15: 10:35 (1hr) £8.00 (£5.00)
Suitable for ages 4-12
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Stepping On The Cracks
By Mike Kenny - Random Angel Arts Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Don't step on the cracks or the Bears will get you ... ' What's bothering Billy? How do the Bears help him sort it out? Don't forget your bear! Balloon gift for every child. Preview Aug 2-3: 11:00 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 4-9: 11:00 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10-12: 11:00 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sword in the Stone Spotlites Theatre Company
OUR DYNAMIC EARTH
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Abertay University see page 119 for show information
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Harry Potter fans - wizard Merlin even lives backwards! Professional interactive theatre for kids who don't just want to sit still and watch, from the team behind the 2006 sell-out 'Treasure Island'. 'An art form ... impeccable, inspired, strirring stuff' Stage. www.spotlites.co.uk Aug 1-3,20,27: 13:40 (1hr) £4.50 (£3.50) (£2.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:40 (1hr) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:40 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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TALKING PANTS! Ian Billings
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
'Chucklevision' writer and children's author, Ian Billings, presents a giggle-fest of standup comedy for kids. Bags of gags and tons of puns in this fun-riddled tour around kids books and imagination! Children to be accompanied by an adult. www.ianbillings.co.uk
Preview Aug 3-4: 11:00 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 5,7-9,14-16,20-23,27: 11:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) (£16.00 F) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) (£16.00 F) World premiere • Suitable for ages 6-11
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The Tempest Bard in a Box
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
A ship destroyed, an exiled magician, a mysterious Isle. This charming company presents a 'stunning' retelling of Shakespeare's classic tale. Audience participation, puppets and a few surprises along the way. 'A theatre company bursting with talent' Hype. Aug 6-11: 10:00 (1hr) £6.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Terrific Tales from the Miracle Book! Rhema Theatre Company
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Action-packed, rip-roaring, family-friendly adventure from Rhema Theatre Company! Stories of Abraham, Daniel and St. Peter as you've never seen them before! Hilarious and heart-warming! For children 5-105! www.rhematheatre.org Preview Aug 3-4: 09:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) (£14.50 F) Aug 6-11: 09:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£4.50) (£18.50 F) Aug 20-25,27: 12:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£4.50) (£18.50 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Thousand Cranes PSFilms
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
A true, poignant story of a young Hiroshima victim who with boundless optimism takes a legend to heart - Fold a thousand paper cranes and a wish will be granted. But will she complete them in time? Aug 12-23: 14:05 (40mins) £5.00 (£4.00) (£3.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Suitable for ages 8+
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Through the Looking Glass Nottingham New Theatre
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Alice is in trouble! Can she survive the dangers of Looking Glass World and become Queen? Ingenious new musical production featuring an unforgettable fairground of characters including the Jabberwocky, the Red Queen and Humpty Dumpty. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 11:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4,6-10,14-17,21-24: 11:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11,18,25: 11:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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Time Gairden Theatre Alba
Duddingston Kirk Manse Garden, Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: F6
Take a step back in time and join the magical and mysterious creatures who inhabit the enchanting gardens of Duddingston. Music, Myth and Magic from the awardwinning Scottish theatre company. Jul 29,Aug 12: 14:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Jul 30-Aug 4,6-11: 11:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere • Suitable for ages 5-12
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Toad's Revenge
Sweet Performance Company
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Kidnapping, cross-dressing and car crashes, as Toad, Badger, Mole and Rat re-engage the weasels. With DI Aznoclew and PC Evie Dense in pursuit for his previous misdemeanours, can Toad save Toad Hall and clear his name? Aug 21-27: 14:25 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere • Suitable for ages 7+
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Treasure Island King's Performing Arts
Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
This timeless and captivating story is beautifully brought to life by an all child cast from King's College, Madrid. Full of songs, dance and humour, all the family will love this fun-filled adventure on the high seas. Aug 7-9: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£5.00) (£3.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
see page 13 for show information
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Tumble Tots - Fun in the Country Tumble Tots
Murrayfield Parish Church Hall, Ormidale Terrace • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
POTTED POTTER The Unauthorised Harry Experience A Parody by Dan and Jeff
‘Gets the muggles chuckling’ Evening Standard ‘A little bit of magic… incredibly funny’ The Guardian
Come on a trip to the country with Tumble Tot and Friends. Who will we meet along the way? An active audience participation story for children full of fun action songs, old and new. Aug 6-9: 10:00 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 6-9: 11:30 (45mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Under the Dragon Moon I Theatre (Singapore)
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A mischievous collection of folk tales from China, India, Pakistan, Singapore and Japan playfully transformed through live Asian music, storytelling and slapstick. Skillfully woven, this colourful tapestry is guaranteed to enthral and excite children and adults alike. Aug 1-3,13: 12:20 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17: 12:20 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18: 12:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) European premiere • Suitable for ages 4+
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Pleasance Courtyard 13.00 WWW.POTTEDPOTTER.COM
ALL THE BOOKS IN SIXTY MINUTES! Including book seven when we’ve read it...
see page 18 for show information
Vigo the Viking! Stage by Stage
Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
If you like helmets with big horns, you'll love 'Vigo'! If you've ever burned down a village or carried off a screaming maiden, this show's for you!
Aug 13-15: 11:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 16: 13:15 (1hr) £5.00 World premiere • Suitable for ages 7- 13 Aug 18: 09:30 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Voice Stealer 2 - Curse of the Umbrellotron The Voice Stealer Steve Holland
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
If Umbrellotron fires at us, words will just fizzle, we'll be stammerers, without poetry, under endless light drizzle. So kids, help stop Stealer find his power source - the plot's too terrific, ticklish, terse. Coolest of all, it's totally in verse.
Aug 9-18: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (Adults free with paying child) World premiere • Suitable for ages 6-11 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Volpino
Theatre Du Risorius
Sweet Mobile Children's Theatre, Central Esplanade,The Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Puppet show in a gypsy caravan on Grassmarket. Adventures of little fox and rabbit. Delightful array of puppets come alive! Theatre du Risorius transports you to the land of sheer magic and enjoyment, filled with laughter and tenderness. www.risorius.fr Aug 5-27: 11:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£4.50 C) Aug 5-27: 15:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Everyman Youth Theatre
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Lucy, Edmund and their obnoxious cousin Eustace are transported, through a painting, into Narnia. They find themselves on board the Dawn Treader and embark on an amazing voyage to find the lost lords. Aug 21-25: 10:45 (1hr 30mins) £4.00 (£2.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Suitable for ages 7+
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Whiff
Kipper Tie Theatre
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Whenever Whiff goes off to make new friends, he comes home in disgrace. Whatever can the matter be? From the writer of the best-selling children's book 'Harry and The Bucketful of Dinosaurs' and the creators of 'Hillbilly Goats Gruff'.
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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf? Mixed Bag Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Come, explore the unknown story ... Little Red Riding Hood is missing. Join Grandma for a captivating journey to save our heroine from three little pigs. An interactive performance to enchant the whole family.
Preview Aug 1-4: 11:00 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) (£16.00 F) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23,27: 11:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) (£16.00 F) World premiere • Suitable for ages 5+
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A Wish
Clownmime Group,Taiwan
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Three clowns attempt to fulfill an ill little girl's wish to see snow for the first time. Problem is, they haven't seen snow either! Using fun, bubbles, magic and audienceparticipation, they eventually unlock the secret of making snow.
Preview Aug 3-4: 10:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23: 10:30 (1hr) £6.50 Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 10:30 (1hr) £7.50 European premiere • Suitable for ages 6+
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YarnBards YarnBards
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Brand new adventures created from audience suggestions by improvisation experts Leisa Rea, Richard Vranch, Janice Phayre and Suki Webster. Funny, scary, silly - the audience decides. Interactive, unpredictable family comedy for ages 7 to 107! Rave reviews on www.yarnbards.com Aug 3: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-18: 13:00 (1hr) £7.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Aaaaargos of the Soul R M Fraser/PBH's Free Fringe
The Hudson Hotel, 9-11 Hope Street • Grid Ref: D2
Whinging. Moaning. Complaining. R M Fraser takes these quintessentially British art forms and crafts them through nuanced, delicately honed bitterness, cynicism, suppressed resentment and piles into tableaux of life affirming whining. Plus sing-along songs. ****, METRO. Aug 7-12,14-19,21-24: 15:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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AAA Stand-Up
Diane Morgan, Sully O'Sullivan,Tom Wrigglesworth Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Total sell-out 2005, 2006, returns with a brand new line-up. Diane Morgan: 'sharp writing and endearing delivery' Chortle;Tom Wrigglesworth: 'ultimate crowd pleaser' Guardian; and Sully O'Sullivan: 'blast of hilarity' Manchester Evening News. BOOK EARLY!
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 19:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Abigail Burdess Abigail Burdess
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Stunning debut character comedy show from co-star of 'Live! at the Mausoleum.' 'Jawachingly funny' Evening Standard. Best Live Comedy Award Nominee ('Two Faces of Mitchell and Webb'). 'The star of the night; characters mutate seamlessly. Hilarious' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 18:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Abi Roberts Gets Her Hits Out www.abiroberts.com
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
The divine Miss A shares true stories and sings surprising songs in her first sparkling stand-up show. Catch her before she leaves for Vegas. 'The British Bette Midler' Daily Telegraph. Preview Aug 3-4: 15:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-26: 15:45 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 100 for show information
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About Comedy: Stand-Up Comedy Courses Laughing Horse Comedy
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Learn stand-up comedy in two days. Kevin McCarron (comedian, writer, university lecturer) and Jay Sodagar (comedian, writer, tutor) offer intensive stand-up courses, including a guaranteed spot in a Fringe show. Further information: www.aboutcomedy.co.uk - 07796171190 - info@aboutcomedy.co.uk
Aug 4-5,7-8,11-12,14-15,18-19,21-22,25-26: 11:00 (2-day course 4hrs 30mins each day) £89.00 (£79.00) (£69.00 S) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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About The Jacobites Bruce Fummey
Beehive Inn, 18 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
After last year's sell-out 'About Tam O'Shanter', Bruce brings his crass, offbeat style to the brutal, romantic and laugh out loud funny period of Scottish history leading up to Culloden. 'Simply and purely hilarious' Daily Record.
Preview Aug 1-4: 20:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 5-12,14-19,21-25: 20:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Absinthe Monologues Tax Deductible Theatre Company
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Hilarious, macabre, all-original sketch show from the creators of 2006's 'Carbon Fever'. ***** ThreeWeeks & edinburghguide.com. Recline and relax with a free glass of La Fée Absinthe and savour the song, dance, original animation and Bacchanalianism. Preview Aug 3-4: 19:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-20,22-27: 19:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse Free Festival/Rob Broderick Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
You've just finished lunch. Now for a mid-afternoon comedy tipple - 82% brilliant storytelling and well-crafted punchlines from 2005's 'So You Think You're Funny?' finalist. 18% musical interlude. 'Hilarious' **** ThreeWeeks. www.myspace.com/robertbroderick Aug 4-11,13-14,16-25: 15:05 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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ABSOLUTE & ALMOST BEGINNERS COMEDY COURSE Stand Up And Deliver in association with AmusedMooseComedy Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: F6
Enjoy the ultimate Fringe experience. Develop stand-up skills over five days on this acclaimed, respected course led by comedy lecturer and director Logan Murray. Showcase appearance on 27 August. Details: standupanddeliver.com or 07970 524 234. Aug 23-27: 09:00 () £385.00 (Course with showcase = 33 hours over 5 days) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Absolute Comedy Chaos Lynn Ruth MIller
clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
She jumped out of a cake in 2005. She rocked the house at the Bongo Club in 2006. Now Lynn Ruth Miller hosts a variety show featuring her craziest favourites from this festival. Spice of the Fringe. Aug 5-25: 19:00 (50mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CHORTLE
‘HER COMEDY STANDS ALONE’ MAIL ON SUNDAY
‘KHORSANDI HAS STAR QUALITY’ THE INDEPENDENT
According To Jason - Chapter 1
JACK DOME 8.10PM PLEASANCE 0131 556 6550
Jason Kavan/PBH's Free Fringe
The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
There's a novel in us all, unfortunately Jason's only got the first chapter. But what a chapter! Razor sharp observational comedy from the man who brought you last year's sell-out show 'According to Jesus.' Aug 4-5,7-12,14-25: 18:35 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
‘HILARIOUS COMEDY AND A DELIGHTFUL WAY TO SPEND AN HOUR’
World premiere
1-27 AUGUST
www.pleasance.co.uk
www.offthekerb.co.uk see page 91 for show information
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Adam Bloom: Look At Me, Anybody! Adam Bloom
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
The multi award-winning star of BBC Radio 4's 'The Problem with Adam Bloom' returns with an intensely inventive new show. 'He's been one of my favourite standups for about ten years' Ricky Gervais. Aug 1-4: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 20:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Adam Hills: Joymonger Adam Hills
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Australia's triple Perrier nominee brings a brand new hour of 'world-class standup' (Metro) to the Fringe. 'Stand-up so effortlessly brilliant you wonder why some comedians even get out of bed' Guardian. Sundays with BSL interpreter.
Preview Aug 3-4: 19:30 (1hr) £10.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 19:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:30 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Adventure Fantastique The Durham Revue
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
Explorers! Intrigue! Mystery! A man! Intrigue! The Durham Revue present a brand new sketch comedy show about exploration and discovery! 'The sketches are hilarious' **** ThreeWeeks 2006. 'A great hour's entertainment ... a classic fringe revue' **** The Scotsman 2006. Preview Aug 2-3: 15:55 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 15:55 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:55 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aeneas Faversham Returns www.pennydreadfuls.co.uk
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
The Penny Dreadfuls return to the Fringe with a brand new show of sketch comedy set entirely in the Victorian age. 'Wonderful' ***** Chortle. 'Inspired' **** Independent. 'An absolute winner of a show' **** Scotsman.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:10 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 18:10 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:10 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00)
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Afterhours
Pleasance and Amused Moose
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
'The best late night show on the fringe - brilliant!' Jason Byrne. The legendary Afterhours is back for a 6th fantastic year with the biggest names in comedy. Previous line-ups include Dara O'Briain, Ross Noble, Nina Conti and more! Preview Aug 3-4: 00:45 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 Aug 9,16,23: 00:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 00:45 (1hr 30mins) £11.50 (£10.00)
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Afternoon Delight - FREE
Ed O'Meara/Luke McQueen/Laughing Horse Free Fringe
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Fresh, hot comedy and naked ambition, guaranteeing laughs after lunch. When everything's a little clearer in the light of day and you know the night is always gonna be there anyway, why not grab some afternoon delight? Aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 13:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Alan Carr & Friends At The Fringe Alan Carr & Friends At The Fringe
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
see page 90 for show information
Join Alan Carr and Friends for 2 free shows of big, big comedy recorded for Radio 2. Last year guests included: Dara O'Briain, Rich Hall, Ed Byrne and Andrew Maxwell. Ticket Info: www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/comedy Aug 13: 20:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 13: 22:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Alex Horne: Birdwatching Alex Horne
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
My Dad's a birdwatcher. I'm not. But for one year I travelled 'round Britain, Bahrain, Birdworld and Bill Oddie in a bid to discover what makes him twitch. A true tale of hornithology from the Perrier nominee.
Preview Aug 1-4: 19:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 19:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00)
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Ali McGregor's Late-nite Variety-nite Night Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Top hats, corsets, circus, song ... Let lovely Ali McGregor take you into an amazing world of Vaudeville skits and fancy tricks during the Festival. A different comedian takes on the tradition of variety MC. Aug 17-22,24-26: 00:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ali McGregor's Garden Cabaret Alicat and Spiegeltent International
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A selection of The Spiegel Garden's best cabaret, fanciful melodies and musical comedy. Ali McGregor hosts this spectacular cabaret soirée to remember. Ali will also present her acclaimed solo show 'Midnight Lullabies' on Wed 15th August. Aug 8-9,15: 22:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ali McGregor's Opera Burlesque Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
More high C's than sleaze, but just enough tease to please! La Clique's Ali McGregor & her nubile operatic cohorts return to writhe about in their corsets and drawers singing everything from Puccini to Bon Jovi.
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Aug 20-27: 18:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Alistair Barrie - Obviously Alistair Barrie
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Originally entitled 'The Blindingly Obvious,' but renamed as part of an anti-smugness campaign, 'Obviously' marks the return of top UK stand-up Alistair Barrie after a three year absence from the Fringe. 'A sensation' Scotsman. 'Hilarious' Chortle. www.alistairbarrie.com
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:55 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 21:55 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:55 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A.L. Kennedy:Terror:The pocket-sized guide The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Terrified by strangers? Government? Nature? Sex? The apocalypse? Your support group awaits.Visit now for Lefty paranoia, upliftment and a nice chat with God. 'Her stand-up is startlingly good' Observer. Preview Aug 1: 18:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Aug 3: 12:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 4-12,14-19,21-26: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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ALL AT SEA WITH THE LAUGHTER GANG!! Laughter Gang Productions/PBH's Free Fringe
The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • • Grid Ref: C5
More bloody stand-up from Caroline Clifford, James Kettle, Caroline Mabey and Holly Walsh. Finalists in Hackney Empire, SYTYF and BBC competitions - writers/ performers on BBC7, Radio 4, Radio 2 and Channel 4. www.laughtergang.co.uk Aug 4-25: 16:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kerry Leigh Page 6
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Juggling isn't easy. Some days you hand your baby a beer and ask your man if he's done a poo-poo. Has this funny mummy gone gaga? Ride the highs and lows of a comedian's experience of first-time motherhood.
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Aug 21-25,27: 12:10 (40mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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All Daily Mail Writers Must Die Baby Chimp Productions
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
COMEDY CLUB JASON COOK • A.L. Kennedy • Daniel Kitson • LIMMY SEYMOUR MACE • FRANCESCA MARTINEZ Vladimir McTavish • RAYMOND MEARNS Simon Munnery • MRS. BARBARA NICE Phil NicHol • MARTIN SOAN Tom Stade • NICK WILTY andy Zaltzman
thestand.co.uk
5 York Place, Edinburgh 0131 558 7272 PLUS FREE COMEDY EVERY LUNCHTIME see page 259 for show information
Will knew his enemy. Narrow-minded, homophobic racists who have a Daily Mail where their heart should be. Dark, subversive new comedy - in which their rage is engaged. Please help him. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 21:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:00 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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All The Pretty Colors
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
'All the Pretty Colors' presents a nameless writer who creates colors for muses that react to injustices as their world falls into disarray. A statement about society that engages the audience with feeling and wit. Aug 18: 14:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 22:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 18:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Almighty Harry meets Sally Present Company
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Wonderfully provocative review, full of hysterical observations of present day beliefs. Does Harry have a God complex? Is Sally the reincarnation of Mata Hari and is Paradise a Persian cat sitting on Jennifer Lopez's lap? Heavenly. Aug 5-25: 16:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Al Pitcher - Idiot Wind Al Pitcher
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Ever said the wrong thing at the wrong time? Is your middle name faux pas? You're not alone! Al Pitcher's bloody chuffed to return! 'Offers audiences a taste of his unpredictable, energetic & frequently improvised comedy stylings' Metro. www.alpitcher.com
Preview Aug 1-3:  22:45 (1hr)  £5.00  Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27:  22:45 (1hr)  £9.00 (£7.50)  Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26:  22:45 (1hr)  £10.00 (£8.50)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Alyssa Kyria: (In)Famous For 5 Minutes! Moody Productions
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
Sell-out comedienne Kyria is back with tomorrow's weird wannabes; Ariadne the Greek Wag, egg-crushing Russian poets, and the search for Heather Mills' leg ... attendance is mandatory! **** The List & ThreeWeeks. 'A potential star!' Chortle. Preview Aug 3-4:  20:45 (50mins)  £3.00  Aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-26:  20:45 (50mins)  £6.00 (£5.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Amateur Pro-Celebrity Karaoke (Free) Jeff Hunt/PBH's Free Fringe
The Hudson Hotel, 9-11 Hope Street • Grid Ref: D2
Join Jeff and special guests in a celebration of karaoke classics we love to love (and hate). Sing, croon, rant about ludicrous lyrics by playing the musical phenomenon 'Karantoke,' laugh, cry if you want to. It's your party! Aug 5-25:  16:45 (1hr)  (Free Non-ticketed)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Amsterdam Underground Comedy Collective Comedytrain
see page 86 for show information
Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room,The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E5
EDINBURGH?FLAG?CASTLE?CVS PDF
From the people who brought you tulips, euthanasia, wooden shoes, legal prostitution, Dennis Bergkamp, quality drugs,Vincent van Gogh, Big Brother, easy abortion and gay marriage ... Look forward to edgy comedy with a slight accent. Preview Aug 2-3:  22:30 (1hr)  £5.00  Aug 4-26:  22:30 (1hr)  £8.50 (£7.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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AMUSED MOOSE COMEDY'S HOT STARLETS 2007 AM Entertainments in association with 2entertain
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Here's where to talentspot the next Mark Watson, Rhod Gilbert and Klang! Six refreshing and exceptional young comedians are handpicked daily, from 25 eager stars of tomorrow discovered nationwide by London's award-winning club. www.amusedmoose.com Aug 3,7:  16:00 (1hr 10mins)  £3.00 (£2.50)  Aug 4-6,8-10,13-17,20-22:  16:00 (1hr 10mins)  £6.00 (£5.00)  Aug 11-12,18-19,23,26:  16:00 (1hr 10mins)  £6.50 (£5.50)  Aug 24-25:  16:00 (1hr 10mins)  £7.00 (£6.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
Vote for outstanding stars-in-the-making from around UK and Ireland, who battle for fame, fortune and shiny Moose trophies. The final of this prestigious talent search is + supported by if.commedies and presented by award-winning AmusedMooseComedy. www.amusedmoose.com
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Aug 25:  03:15 (2hrs 15mins)  £9.00  29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Anatole and Yerhudi Panatone Productions
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
A cat and horse who live in a sea-faring particle accelerator. An Egyptian prince being haunted by an Everly Brothers L.P. All this and more in a surreal comedy for anyone with an opaque torso. Aug 5-11:  14:45 (50mins)  £5.00 (£4.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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see page 89 for show information
Andrew J. Lederer - FREE! ajl/free festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Smart, spontaneous stand-up and introspective, serious comedy - twice daily. **** 'Whismically prismatic' ThreeWeeks. 'A fascinating man' Chortle. 'Extremely funny ... highly insightful' Stage. 'Can turn the dullest dinner party into the social event of the decade' Metro. Aug 4-25: 12:00 (55mins) (Free Ticketed) Aug 4-25: 14:10 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Andrew Lawrence - Social Leprosy for Beginners & Improvers Chambers Management
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
The 2006 if.comeddie Best Newcomer nominee, most recently seen in BBC3's 'Ideal', returns with some outlandishly entertaining meditations on the joy of unpopularity. ***** Metro, ***** Chortle, 'A formidably funny character' Time Out. Aug 1-3: 20:40 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 20:40 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:40 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.00)
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Andrew Maxwell - Waxin' Andrew Maxwell
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'One of the most significant comedians working in the country today' Independent. 'If you see one thing at this year's Fringe please, please take time to see Andrew Maxwell' ***** The List. Sell-out 2005, 2006. Book early.
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:20 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:20 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £13.50 (£12.00)
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Andrew McClelland's Mixed Tape see page 31 for show information
Gilded Balloon Productions and Australian Comedy Management Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Andrew ('History of Pirates') loves music. Anything from indie-pop to bebop. A celebration of music ... with jokes. 'I adored this show ... the laughs are unrelenting it's exhausting. Melbourne Stage, '...a tour de force of comic writing and performance' Chortle. Preview Aug 1-4: 18:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 18:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) European premiere •
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Andrew O'Neill - Futuristicelectodeathninja9000 Andrew O'Neill
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A five year-old boy hallucinates. The universe tells him its secrets. Oh shit. (Basically it's my stand-up.) 'A bit odd, but very funny', Steve Coogan. 'Keeping the true flame of creativity burning bright' Time Out. **** List. Preview Aug 2-3: 18:25 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 18:25 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:25 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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ANDY ZALTZMAN, 32, ADMINISTERS HIS EMERGENCY DOSE OF AFTERNOON UTOPIA, STEPS BACK, AND WAITS TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS. The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
5'10" satiricoludicrist - Radio 4's 'The Department', 'Political Animal' - injects potent utopia into World's veins. 'Political comedy at its best' Sunday Times. Fully-qualified. BISUC-registered. Preview Aug 2: 19:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 3: 15:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 4-12,14-27: 15:10 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Anglo-sexy (gaseous nebula!) Noel James/PBH's Free Fringe
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Music, props and malaprops. Entertaining set hosted by a veteran of the comedy scene. He wants badly to be Anglo and sexy, but the gaseous nebula in his parlour renders his Welshness obvious!
see page 52 for show information
Aug 5-13,15-20,22-25: 13:15 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Announcing Scene Monkeys!
Apocalypse Soon - FREE
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
HWS Rembiko
Fringe Sunday Improv! One Performance Only! Veteran LA comedy wizard Michele Spears brings her troupe of All-Star Los Angeles teenage comedians back to the Fringe for a repeat of their 2005 triumph. Not to be missed! www.rembiko.com Aug 12: 18:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£7.50)
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anthology07 A changing array of top Fringe comedians tell stories from their lives, straight, without the artifice and stylization of conventional stand-up. A Time Out (New York) Pick. **** 'Thoroughly entertaining comedy' ThreeWeeks. Official Fringe AwardWinner, 2004. Preview Aug 2-4: 13:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 13:00 (55mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Comedy Guru Armando Iannucci hosts a topical comedy show with some very special guests. All recorded in front of a live audience. That's you. Welcome. Aug 16: 14:15 (1hr) (Free Ticketed)
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ARMCHAIR RENAISSANCE MAN Stephen Carlin
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Brand new show from comedian, writer and star of BBC Radio's 'Sacred Cows'. Carlin vents his spleen on a number of vexing issues. Brave and original stand-up at its funniest. 'Sharp and original' **** List. www.stephencarlin.co.uk
Pleasance
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
'We Need Answers' - the Inaugural Festival Challenge Cup. Tim Key, Alex Horne and Mark Watson referee sixteen Edinburgh big guns in a pioneering quiz supported by AQA 63336. Who will be crowned 2007 Champion and possibly win a yacht? Aug 7-12,15-21,23-24,26: 00:00 (1hr) £8.00
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Preview Aug 3-4: 18:50 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 5-13,15-26: 18:50 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Arnab Chanda & Greg McHugh:Tickets Still Available Arnab Chanda & Greg McHugh
Apes Like Me
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Kate Smurthwaite/PBH's Free Fringe The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Multi award-winning comedienne Kate Smurthwaite takes us on an Attenboroughstyle safari to observe the strangest of all the species - human beings! The show is also about how much she hates creationists ... One night only. Arrive early. Free! Aug 10: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) AD067-Alice 117x92-Fringe 18/4/07 16:39 Page 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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BBC RADIO 4
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
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Armando Iannucci's Charm Offensive
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It's not every day that you wake up to find a letter from God, detailing impending Armageddon. James fills his last hours by generally arsing about. 'Not the funniest comedian you'll ever see' Capital Comedy. Aug 4-9,12-25: 12:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Laughing Horse Free Festival
Arnab Chanda (2007 Chortle Best Newcomer nominee, 2006 Amused Moose/ Jongleurs New Act Competitions Winner) and Greg McHugh (***** Herald, Star of E4's 'Tank Commander', 2002 SYTYF Finalist), split an hour of comedy-stuff.
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Frimge ads 07 new new for brochure 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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thestand.co.uk
Aug 4-26 (not 13)
1.45pm
Aug 4-26 (not 13)
2.55pm
THE STAND COMEDY CLUB 0131 558 7272 see page 91,60 for show information
Arthur & Marthur's Midnight Comedy Coven - FREE Laughing Horse Free Festival
Late night coven of frivolity and debauchery featuring top comics from the circuit. Hosted by the Queen of Darts, David Meech. 'Makes Alan Carr look butch' Mark Dolan, Channel 4's 'Balls of Steel'. www.myspace.com/arthurandmarthur 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Todd Womack, Roger Hailes, Jeff Kreisler/PBH's Free Fringe The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Aug 19-25: 23:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
AS YOU WERE
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Pros from New York City invade Edinburgh with three unique comedy styles. Womack (ABC TV), Hailes (Comedy Central), and Kreisler (Bill Hicks Spirit Award) deliver fresh observational, political and character-filled stand-up. Improvised finale with international guests. www.asyouwere.us. Aug 4-25: 21:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Arthur Smith - ARTURART
A To Zaheer
Institute Of Zoo Logic, 15 Queen Street • 07966 089 203 • Grid Ref: C4
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Zaheer Hirani
Zoo Logic Productions
At last, Art gets off with comedy. 'Arturart' arrives. Arthur Smith reveals himself as the significant artist of the century. Art is PR is Art is 'Arturart'. Aug 4-26: 11:00-17:00 (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Dare you visit my exhibition of shocking works that nobody wants you to see? From my tour of places nobody wanted me to visit? Assembled at Linsay's Bar Basement by nobody in particular? No questions asked. Free. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:10 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5-26: 20:05 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Artyfacts! - Free Show
Aug 4-25: 11:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
British born Asian stand up comic, serves up a sizzling and spicy performance as tasty as his dear Aunty G's chicken tikka tandoori masala.
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An Audience with Father Joiner Richard Grunn
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Meet the Purgative Poetry Project: From a magnetic poetry guru-priest to a Casanova haiku car mechanic, Richard Grunn creates a profusion of personalities you'll know and love in this innovative show.
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Asian Invasion - Free
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An Audience with Jeremy and Jilly
Asian Invasion
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Jeremy Leverton and Jilly Baxter
Spice up your life by coming to see the UK's hottest Asian stand-up comics with contributions from across the cultural canal. From Puppoo's ganja smoking gran to Rosetta Stone's mate m*nge-eater ... it ain't half hot! www.comedybyasianinvasion.tk
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 11-18: 00:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
Aug 19-25: 20:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Jeremy Leverton, Winchester's frontline stand-up, provides his highbrow view of the important questions of life and hair-loss, plus scathing Scottish stand-up Jilly Baxter, whose motto is 'only one thing in life irritates me - everything!' 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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An Audience with Jonathan Kay - Fool! Jonathan Kay
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Deliciously dangerous and wickedly funny. A 21st-century jester proves that anything is possible in a show guaranteed to be like nothing you have seen before! 'The ultimate theatre of possibility' Time Out.
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★★★★★ THE HERALD
BALCONY GILDED BALLOON TEVIOT BRISTO SQUARE 0131 668 1633
www.gildedballoon.co.uk
0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
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An Audience with Lord Buckley Bob Sinfield
clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
Hipsters, flipsters and finger-poppin' daddies, knock him your lobes! His Royal Hipness, the world's oldest rapper, presents Willie The Shake, The Gasser and The Naz.You dug him before, re-dig him now!
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An Audience with Tony Winn Singing in the Bath Tony Winn
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Critically acclaimed Bathtub of Adventures! Quirky songs about sex, bin liners, refrigerators, mice floating on giant cheeses, performed (unplugged!) from the comfort of a foaming bathtub. Fantastically entertaining and thought-provoking! Aug 19-25: 23:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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The Bad Film Club Nicko & Joe
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
see page 50,59 for show information
Direct from their sell-out UK tour, 'The Bad Film Club' brings you the best in live comedy vs. some of Hollywood's greatest box office flops via their unique DVD-style commentary live on stage. Aug 3-4: 23:30 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 5-6,10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (2hrs) £8.50 (£7.50)
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F*CK YOU IN THE AGE OF CONSEQUENCE
REGINALDDHUNTER “The hottest stand-up living and working in Britain today” LIST
Ballooney Tunes Lynn Ruth MIller
clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
Queenie, the senile stripper is back with her collection of outrageous parodies guaranteed to put your underwear at risk. A body of balloons goes pop and every funny bone is exposed. Comedy at its naked and bawdy best. Aug 5-25: 22:00 (50mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Barry Castagnola: Mondeo Man Barry Castagnola
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Barry Castagnola returns with another corker of a show, telling some very funny stories and jokes, whilst making interesting points about stuff with a few videos. 'One to watch' List. 'Perfect' ThreeWeeks. Preview Aug 1-4: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Barry Cryer - The Elephant in the Pub Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Did you know that the oldest man in the world is still alive? A close runner-up, Barry Cryer will be regaling audiences with an interactive seminal seminar on the subject of jokes.
10.10pm
1-27 August (Not 15 & 22)
E4 UdderBelly Bristo Square
0870 745 3083 www.underbelly.co.uk 0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
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Barry Fox - Thoughts of a Simpleton Barry Fox
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Right what was it I was going to say, eh I think I remember, I'm sure I do, I'm positive, b*****d I've forgot. See you soon. www.barryfox.co.uk Aug 19-27: 22:00 (40mins) £5.00 (£1.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Spiegeltent International Presents
bAttling kAtrinA AnD other nAsty WAter nymphs - free fringe Steven Young - Laughing Horse Free Festival
laughing horse @ berlin, 3 south queensferry st lane • 0131 467 7215 • grid ref: e2
Life in post-Katrina New Orleans and my move to the UK. 'Young is an accomplished, successful stand-up ...' John Fleming, Chortle. 'A comic genius' Steve Walker, K'nuts Club. www.le-pest.com Aug 4-25: 20:00 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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bbC AsiAn netWork presents ... BBC Asian Network
The Spiegeltent, The Bosco Theater, bars under the stars & sensational side show attractions
pleasance Courtyard, 60 the pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
BBC Asian network presents an hour of new British Asian comedy. Aug 15: 17:15 (1hr) (FreeTicketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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bbC rADio 4's stArs of the future
BOB DOWNE TRIPOD SAMMY J CHRONICLES OF A SLEEPLESS MOON THE INSECT CIRCUS KISSING COUSINS Plus shows for kids and kidlike adults:
BBC RADIO 4
pleasance Courtyard, 60 the pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
BBC Radio 4 pilots a new show that could follow in the footsteps of 'That Mitchell and Webb Sound', 'The Mighty Boosh' and 'Little Britain'. Don't miss your chance to be there. Aug 16: 12:00 (1hr) (FreeTicketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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bbC stAnD up shoW live! BBC/2ENTERTAIN
pleasance Dome, 1 bristo square • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: f5
Ragroof Theatre’s Afternoon Tea Dance Funny Business starring Fraser Hooper Mr Boom James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids Ceilidh for Kids Flamenco for Kids & Flamenco Hip Hop Fusion The Incredible Bull Circus
BBC comedy presents a spectacular month of late night comedy with a different line-up each night, showcasing the circuit's finest comedians and exposing the stars of tomorrow. Supported by 2Entertain. Sold Out 2000-2006: book now! preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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'beAt off' Dirty yAnks
DoubtUS Productions - PBH Free Fringe
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the mercat bar, 28 West maitland street • grid ref: e1
A comedic character smackdown slammed with stand-up, sketch and improvisation. Some contenders include: Buck, a Jewish soul loving hick and Hector, a chauvinistic Mexican plumber. Free nightly knock-out bout of warped jackasses delivering American spunk! www.myspace.com/doubtusproductions Aug 4-7,9-12,14-15,17-21,23-25: 21:50 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A beginner's guiDe to germAn humour! Henning Wehn/Otto Kuhnle
holyrood too @ faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • grid ref: e5
Award-winning German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn is joined by German television entertainer Otto Kuhnle. Teutonic jolliness at its best.Yodeling, wurst-eating, gnome-juggling. 'Gloriously unreconstructed comedy' Guardian. 'Stand-up glory lies ahead' Time Out. www.henningwehn.de, www.ottokuhnle.de preview Aug 3-4: 19:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-26: 19:45 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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beloW the fringe
Rory Graham & Charlie Denholm productions rocket @ Demarco roxy Art house, 2 roxburgh pl • 0871 750 0077 • grid ref: e6
Peter Cook and Dudley Moore had a pretty successful show with 'Beyond the Fringe,' but we're taking it to a wholly different dimension! Come see our sketch show.Textbook. (Official Fringe sell-out Award 2006 'The Decline of the Scunthorpe Textile Industry.) Aug 12-25: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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best lAiD mArketing plAns Roland Gent
holyrood too @ faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • grid ref: e5
Marketing the un-marketable. Billions of pounds are wasted every year advertising and marketing products that nobody buys.With your help Roland Gent demonstrates how to make up a campaign, whilst telling tales of remarkably bad ideas. preview Aug 4: 21:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-11: 21:45 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Best of Edinburgh Comedy 2007 - The Showcase Show edcom7
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Quite simply the best value show on the Fringe! Showcasing the best and brightest of this year's fringe comics - a different line-up every day plus special guest hosts. Total sell-out 2004, 2005 & 2006!
Preview Aug 3: 13:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 13:10 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Best of Irish Comedy The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Ireland's finest under one roof. Excellent value Celtic showcase featuring three top comics for the price of one. Sell-out 1999-2006. 'Wonderful line-up truly justifies show's title' Evening News. A sure-fire winner. Different acts nightly. www.thestand.co.uk Aug 3-27: 18:30 (1hr 20mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Best of Long Live Comedy - FREE Long Live Comedy/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Winner 'Chortle' 2007 best venue award North England. Newcastle's premier openmic night. Hosts Al Dawes, Callum Cramb and Pete Thompson stand-up! In three very different ways. www.longlivecomedy.com Aug 16-25: 15:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Best of Scottish Comedy The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
see page 103 for show information
Tenth side-splitting year. Four top Scots in a quality comedy showcase. 'Great value in a relaxed environment' **** Scotsman. 'Does the business' Stage. Old favourites and rising stars. Unbeatable fringe value. Different line-up every night. www.thestand.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Best of So You Think You're Funny? Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Mirth & merriment not to be missed! The pick of the best winners and runners up from the renowned comedy competition. Shed tears of laughter with the cream of Fringe comedy. Preview Aug 3-4: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 8-11,16-27: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Best of the Fest 2007 Assembly
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
oscars of comedy
the unofficial
Aug 3-26: 21:40 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
Baffled by the Festival's comedy onslaught? Relax! 'Best of the Fest' does the hard work for you! Edinburgh's biggest comedy show. The perfect way to enjoy the best talent at the Fringe. Preview Aug 3-4: 23:59 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 9,12,16,19,22: 23:59 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,23-26: 23:59 (1hr 20mins) £14.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
if.comedy the intelligent finance comedy awards
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Best Western
Award Announcements Shortlist: Wed 25 Aug Winner: Sat 28 Aug
Directed By Rich Hall
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
A Montana motel awaits the bulldozer in this grimly ironic play by Rich Hall. 'Best Western' pitches the broken-down cliches of the Old West into the smarmy romanticism of the New West with vigor and wit. Preview Aug 3-4: 18:05 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 18:05 (1hr 20mins) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:05 (1hr 20mins) £14.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Comedy Award Shows Sun 29 & Mon 30 Aug 7.30pm Assembly Hall 0131 226 2428 London Season October - London’s West End 0870 040 0081
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Bevan and Browne are Terrified - FREE Bevan and Browne/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Sian Bevan and Niall Browne decided to tackle terror in their own special way. The good news is: they won. Let them take you beyond fear to a place without pigeons. www.bevanandbrowne.com Aug 4-26: 20:20 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Big Value Comedy Show - Early Big Value Comedy
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Highly acclaimed show in it's 13th year. 'Undoubtedly cabaret comedy at it's best' Scotsman. Two hours of quality. Four comedians. Sold out for last three years. The recognised breaking ground for acts. Preview Aug 3-4: 19:30 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Big Value Comedy Show - Late Big Value Comedy
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
LATE NIGHT BAR&BANDS CLUB VAGUE EXPERIENCE
AUG. 6,7,8,13,15 AUG. 9,10,11,12,16,17,18 20,22 19,23,24,25,26 £16
£5 FULL PREVIEW NIGHT - AUG 5th - 2 for 1
BOOKINGS:0131 208 2351
Four different comedians to the early show with all the added extras. 'Top comedy, top value' List. Established as one of the best shows on the Fringe. Must-see for any comedy fan. Preview Aug 3-4: 22:00 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 22:00 (2hrs) £8.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bill Hicks: Slight Return Festival Highlights
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
After three sell-out Edinburgh seasons, the smash hit returns for one farewell performance. 'One-liners to treasure at every turn' Telegraph. 'Absolutely must-see show' **** Independent. 'Unsettlingly good' Guardian. 'Comedy blinder' **** Scotsman. 'Terrific, rollicking reincarnation' Metro.
see page 39 for show information
Aug 21: 21:40 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bit Sketchy Marigold
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Ever wondered what it'd be like stuck in a lift with an Orlando Bloom impersonator, a gay James Bond, and a fat guy with flatulence? Find out in Marigold's hilariously sidesplitting, Monty-Python-esque, surreal comedy character sketch show. www.yardstick-productions.com Aug 5-25: 17:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Black Plague Ranney
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
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see page 69 for show information
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Profanely Pentecostal! An unpredictable trip - conjured up by The Illuminatus of Comedy. 'ranney' has taken the baton from Prometheus and is now setting men on fire. He is diseased; he is contagious. He is The Black Plague. PagePreview Aug 3-4: 21:10 (50mins) £6.00 1 Aug 5,7-21,23-27: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
How To Pimp Yofuorr Kfridees and shop at Waitrose Single
Dad-On-The-Edge
Matthew Collins
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Bob Doolally: 1967 Forty years on The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew St • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Drink-hazed memories of the greatest year in Scotland's soccer history. Help Bob recall his times with Slim Jim at Wembley, The Lisbon Lions and the Summer of Love. 'Almost better than football' Independent. Aug 6: 19:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5 Aug 13: 20:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bob Downe Live & Swingin' Butterfly Club - On The Wing Touring
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A Fringe favourite and one of Australia's most loved and enduring comedy stars is back, singin' 'n' swingin' his way through a silky swathe of jazz, show and pop standards. Aug 7-9,14-16,21-23: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE BOOK CLUB - ALL-NEW FIGHTING YEARS Book Club
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Multi award-winning, critically acclaimed. A brand new show where the weirdest books in the world battle it out. Now contains tap dancing. British Comedy Award Nominee 2006. **** Scotsman. **** ThreeWeeks. **** SkinnyFest.
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22,27: 16:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 16:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Branko & Branka - The Croatian Magic Sensation Mr and Mrs Bandic Productions
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Legendary Croatian magicians Branko and Branka have seen it all; war, David Copperfield and Golden Plutonium! They combine stage illusions, song, dance and storytelling to plunge you into their charmingly warped world. www.brankobranka.info Preview Aug 2-3: 12:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 12:00 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Bratchpiece Family Show The Bratchpiece Family
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A show not fit for the family. The family of stand-up comedians, Bratchy, Wee Man and Faither Mark ('Motherwell's Woody Allen' The List) bring their acclaimed show to the Fringe for the first time.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 19:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Breakfast with The Bickersons Jeremy Engler
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
The stars of radio's 'Golden Age' return in puppet form with a brand new show. This witty and timeless comedy, suitable for all ages, is a great start to the day and includes free breakfast. www.satsuma-pumpkin.com Preview Aug 3-4: 09:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25,27: 09:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£4.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Breaking the Seal Larah Bross
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
From the popular sketch characters performed at Carolines on Broadway, NYC, comes this one-woman show written and performed by NYC Fringe award-winning, Larah Bross. 'She's absolutely steaming,' bartenders everywhere. Aug 2-26: 18:50 (45mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Break Out
Yegam & Sevensense company Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Extreme Dance Comedy! The new show from the makers of Fringe favourites JUMP! The hottest B-Boy dance moves mixed with stunning gymnastics and hilarious visual comedy. The great escape!
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Preview Aug 2-4: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-21: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,22-25: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Brendan HunT: five yearS in amSTerdam
BOMBSHELL productions presents Holly Burn in
Boom Chicago
Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: f5
Occasionally smart. Always funny. The breakthrough hit of HBO's US Comedy Festival autobiographically offers sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll, the United Nations of orgasms and the pastiest skin you've ever seen - even in Scotland!
Preview aug 1-3: 21:40 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,13-16,20,22-23,27: 21:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) uk premiere •
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Brendon BurnS: So i SuPPoSe THiS iS offenSive now Brendon Burns
Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: f5
Yes it is. It most definitely is very offensive. That's the point.
Preview aug 1-2: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 aug 3-9,14-16,19,21-23: 20:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50) world premiere 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Brian & krySSTaL'S PiCk 'n' mix - free Brian Damage & Krysstal/PBH's Free Fringe The ivanhoe, 6 South St david Street. • Grid ref: d4
Pure unadulterated silliness. No guests, no themes, just Brian & Krysstal doing what they do best - having fun. Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. Songs, stand-up and characters. www.briandamage.net, www.freefringe.org
www.hollyburn.org.uk
aug 4,6-11,13-19,21-25: 21:30 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Extraordinary characters in an ordinary world..... ‘Laugh out loud comedy. Downright silly. Superb.’
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BridGeT CHriSTie - THe CourT of kinG CHarLeS Siobhan Rhodes-Johnson in association with Festival Highlights
insidecomedy
underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid ref: e5
5pm, 1 – 27 August (not 13 or 20 Aug)
The 17th century. Deranged royals. Incompetent terrorists. Mentalist fundamentalists. Pointless WAGs. A time very different to our own. Christie introduces Charles II, Guy Fawkes, Oliver Cromwell, Nell Gwynne. 'Genius - brilliant and unique' Chortle.
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STAR OF
BY ARRANGEMENT WITH DAWN SEDGWICK MANAGEMENT PRESENTS
‘LIVE! AT THE MAUSOLEUM’
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a Brief HiSTory of maGiC - free SHow Dougie C - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid ref: C6
4500 years of magic in 45 minutes! An irreverant look at magic through the ages from one of Scotland's top magicians. www.dougiec.com
‘Jaw-achingly funny.’
aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 20:20 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
EVENING STANDARD
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‘THE star of the night; characters mutate seamlessly. Hilarious.’
world premiere
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marCuS BriGSToCke Marcus Brigstocke
assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: d4
An hour of stand-up comedy from the star of BBC4's 'The Late Edition.' 'Dazzling, inspired, perfectly observed. I've yet to see anything funnier' Telegraph. Two nights only - book early.
SCOTSMAN
aug 20-21: 21:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00)
Best Live Comedy Award Nominee
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BrinGinG in THe SHeeP - free
Terry Milligan - Laughing Horse Free Festival
(THE TWO FACES OF MITCHELL AND WEBB)
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid ref: e2
'Bringing in the Sheep' - surreal stand up and sketches in the finest traditions of British Comedy. 'Even from up here they're funny' Spike Milligan. www.freefestival.co.uk aug 11-25: 16:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
european premiere
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a BriTiSH Guide To worLd PeaCe Toby Mitchell
6.50pm Aug 1 – 27 Pleasance Dome 0131 556 6550 www.edfringe.com
see page 22 for show information
C baraka, infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid ref: e5 (NOT 13)
Following his guides to 'French Pop' and 'World Religions,' Toby returns with his solutions to the world's problems - if only the world would listen to him ... 'Funny and immensely enjoyable' **** ThreeWeeks. www.tobymitchell.com aug 3: 18:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) aug 4-10: 18:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) aug 11: 18:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) world premiere • 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Butch - A Queen's Struggle To Become A King Menno Kuijper
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
A romantic liaison with a closeted, ultra-masculine army captain inspires Menno to explore his own inner masculinity. But his feminine side soon rebels against his growing manhood, and mayhem ensues ...
Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,21-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bye Bye Edinburgh BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
In 1974, Jim Sweeney made his festival debut. He mulls over the years of rave reviews and hatchet jobs, full houses and empty rooms, luxury accomodation and sleeping bags, recognition and anonymity. Beer and more beer. Aug 15: 14:00 (45mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Craig Campbell
Underbelly Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
An hour of stand-up fillets minus the bone by this comedically gifted Canadian funslinger! Allow Campbell's capable wit to guide your raftful of giggles through rapids of laughter and cascading streams of hilarity (raincoats not included).
Preview Aug 2-3: 22:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 22:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Can You Get A World Record In Rap With Richard Coughlan? Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
see page 94 for show information
Comedy meets rap as Richard Coughlan targets the Official World Record for 'Longest Rap Marathon.' Over nine hours of improvised comedy-rap in Coughlan's debut rapping performance. Charity event. www.freefestival.co.uk, www.myspace.com/1979coughlan Aug 15: 13:30 (9hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Captured
The Cakes (Roisin Conaty & Caroline Ginty) Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Roisin Conaty of Radio One's comedy show 'The Milk Run' and Caroline Ginty perform in this low-fi, darkly sweet sketch show, revolving around the misfit characters found on an old video camera. Come and have a butchers. Muchos Gracias.
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Carey Marx: Sincerity Aside Carey Marx
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Jokes. Nothing but jokes. Pretty jokes, evil jokes, sweet jokes, mischievous jokes, provocative, wild, resplendent jokes. Jokes. All new jokes. Over an hour of jokes in one hour. 'Definitely the highlight of this year's fringe.' Metro. Preview Aug 2-3: 20:50 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,12,14-16,19-23,26-27: 20:50 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 20:50 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Charlotte Hudson and Leila Hackett Two Left Hands Charlotte Hudson and Leila Hackett
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Sky One's 'Brainiac' presenter Charlotte Hudson with 'Smack the Pony' writer Leila Hackett; together they're a slick, smart, sketch-comedy double act that packs a lefthand punch. Book early!
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Che Guevara on the Fringe - Evonne Keron Strikes Back Kieran Butler and Austin Low
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Half-arsed Orwellian allegory based on 'Evita.' Bourgeois revolutionary walking tour. 'Unpretentious, barbed, chaotic' List . 'Highly entertaining' **** ThreeWeeks. 'Damn good ... the best free show you will see' **** Evening News. Aug 2-12,14-26: 16:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Chris Cox - Everything Happens For A Reason In Arrangement with Mike Leigh Associates
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
BBC Radio 1's Resident Magician fuses mind-reading, psychology & comedy to take control of YOUR life. 'Must See' Stage, ***** BroadwayBaby, 'Leaves you awe-struck & speechless' **** ThreeWeeks, 'Mind blowing,' Ricky Gervais. www.chriscox.info
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 6-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CHRIS MCCAUSLAND'S PLANES,TRAINS & SHAMEFUL ORDEALS - FREE Chris McCausland & Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
The award winning Comedy Store and Jongleurs regular returns with a totally free show ... And this time its personal-ish. No tickets! Its first-come first-mirthed! 'Exhilarating!' Stage. 'The Genuine Article!' edinburghguide.com. www.chrismccausland.com Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 22:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Christian Reilly - How to Rock Christian Reilly
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Tender-hearted, from a broken home - it's hard to find where you fit in. A Van Halenworshipping, comfort-eating teenager's hilarious musical quest for happiness with a budget six-string. 'Captivating charisma' Guardian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 19:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Christian,The Jew,The Muslim and The Geordie Joe Bor
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
An hour of stand up from four very different rising stars of the comedy circuit: Joe K, Joe Bor, Prince Abdi and Christian Steel. For more information go to www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-25: 14:55 (1hr) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Christina Davis - Sex Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Sex is everywhere these days. Reproduction, contraception, religion, monogamy, infidelity, marriage, the single life, media, celebrities, scandals, music, porn, fantasies, too much, lack of, being good at it, being crap at it and how to get it.
Preview Aug 1-4: 00:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 00:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 00:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Churchill Stole my Soundbite - Free Festival Mel Barnes/Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Take cover during an air raid in 1944 for stand-up comedy by a London housewife who parachuted into D-Day to save Pegasus Bridge and her young son in one of the greatest battles of WWII.
see page 193 for show information
Aug 5-11,13-18,20-25: 23:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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‘Political comedy at its best’
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Cirque de Sabotage
The Comedian
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room
Bates and Emerson featuring Catriona 'The Ringmaster' Knox A revolutionary extravaganza of hectic sketches, verbal trickery, leotards, lion-taming. Three girls with a talent 14 times bigger than Paul Daniels. 'If Crufts had a comedy class these girls would win Best Bitches in Show' Scotsman. www.batesandemerson.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 12:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Join Perrier Nominee Dan Skinner and Tom Verrall for a sensational hour of classic entertainment. Featuring proper jokes (actual funnies, nothing bloody surreal) and some top notch acting too. 'Mr Winchester is the new Tommy Cooper', Robert Lindsay.
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Dave Longley
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
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Club Sandwich - Free Show Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
You're drunk-ish, it's 11.30 and you're peckish for some free laughs? Then bite into 'Club Sandwich'. Ingredients: 'Great act' Mike O'Donovan. 'Absurdly Hysterical' Paul F Taylor. 'Sickeningly talented' Barry Ferns, and introducing Paul Harry Allen. Aug 4-26: 23:30 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Club Vague Lost Vagueness
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
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Collywobbles
Stan Stanley/Laughing Horse Free Festival Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Waverley Care
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13-29 Nicolson Street • 0131 529 6000 • Grid Ref: E5
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Comedy Reserve Pleasance Charlie fund
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Following an intense night of stand up competition, Pleasance is proud to present the next generation of comedy stars. Featuring Benny Boots, Brett Goldstein, Jack Whitehall and Tommy Wallamies.
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ComedySportz UK @ The Free Festival ComedySportz UK & Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
ComedySportz, the competitive, quickfire improvised comedy show that's suitable for everyone. Two teams use only their wits to battle it out for laughs using your ideas and suggestions. No scripts, no rehearsals. Family-friendly fun. www.comedysportz.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Comedy Zone
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'The Fringe's leading stand-up showcase' (Times) returns for its 17th year featuring Barry Dodds, Carl Donnelly, John Robins and Joe Wilkinson - the most award winners on any nightly showcase. The original and the best. Aug 1-4: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.50 (£9.00)
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Jay Sodagar
Aug 2-26: 14:20 (55mins) (Free Ticketed)
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The Comedy Zone
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Confessions of a Logical Mind 2 - Now I have a Headache Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
The Comeback
'The ascerbic wit of Jay Sodagar' (BBC) has come back to Edinburgh, following on from his very successful show last year. This year he pulls out the stops. www.jaysodagar.com
goHERO
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Truth, passion, hope! This show has none of these. Join us on a journey through the glitz and glamour of global terrorism. Abandon all hope, this is your new reality. Only Eddie and Larry can save you now.
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Comedy Gala 2007
Stan celebrates life's awkward moments in his high spirited, prankish debut solo show. 'Stan shakes a crowd with his energetic pace' Daily Telegraph; 'The triumph of the night' Chortle, at the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival.
Preview Aug 1-3: 22:00 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 22:00 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 22:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.50)
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Aug 4-10: 16:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
Wondrous nights of bizarre and burlesque cabaret, live music, dazzling aerial, fun casino and rip-roaring DJs. For the frivolous and wide eyed. Dress for glamour and danger! Full show and lite nights throughout festival. See advert. Aug 5,9-12,16-19,23-26: 00:00 (5hrs) £16.00 Aug 6-8,13,15,20,22: 00:00 (5hrs) £6.00
... and songs, laughter, and teapots. Take the weight off your Fringe with an hour of joyous sketches, gentle satire, kitsch silliness and did we mention freshly-baked cake? The perfect start to your afternoon. www.twoshadesofblue.org.uk
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
Free Festival
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Comedy and Cake
Aug 21: 19:30 (3hrs) £20.00 (£19.00)
A show about change, about overcoming the pressures that surround us. It's also about promiscuous rodents, fingering, racism, the media and fingering. 'Clever and funny' BBC. 'Challenges audiences and himself' Baby Cow.
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Edinburgh's biggest comedy event in aid of Waverley Care. Alan Carr introduces an all-star cast including Rich Hall, Jimmy Carr, Phill Jupitus, Adam Hills, Michael McIntyre, Shappi Khorsandi, Jason Wood, and more TBC. Book early. www.offthekerb.co.uk
A Clever Title
Aug 3-5: 20:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-10,13,15-17,20,22-24: 20:10 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Dan Skinner and Tom Verrall
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Preview Aug 2-4: 21:10 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00)
Two Shades of Blue
Classic Entertainment!
Preview Aug 1-4: 15:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 15:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Over 24 days, 24 comics are winnowed down to one as they compete for the chance to perform in New York and sign a contract with America's top comedy manager. Who will be the newest international comedy star?
Preview Aug 4-7,9-14: 19:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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‘wonderful line-up truly justifies the show’s title’ Evening News
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Contraganda
Comedy on the Square The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Start believing your own lies. Other people's propaganda guides your every decision. Two American comedians dissect the beast with a satirical scalpel, and serve it to you with forked tongues. A full production: video, stunts, and brainwashing tips. http://contraganda.info
Preview Aug 3-4: 22:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 22:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cowboys & Indians (Dot, Not Feather) FREE Craig Ricci Shaynak/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
American Dream or World Nightmare? This fat, bald and loud American takes on all foes ... and beers, both foreign and domestic. Global warming, religious wars, and terrorism? That don't mean $#!%! www.fatbaldloud.com
Every night at 6.30pm
Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 22:00 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cowgate Cartoon at the Jazz Bar
Combining old favourites and rising stars of the Scottish scene. Four comedians in a changing nightly line-up.
Will Pickvance
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Magical homemade animation and the marvellous Cartoon Band accompany up-andcoming comedian Will Pickvance through this brilliant, bittersweet hourful of original songs, sketches and stand-up.You'll be amazed you ever forgot your imagination.
Preview Aug 3-4: 17:30 (1hr) £3.00 Aug 5-13,15-27: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00
‘great value in a relaxed environment’ Scotsman
Every night at 9.40pm
5 York Place, Venue 5, 0131 558 7272 PLUS FREE COMEDY EVERY LUNCHTIME see page 32 for show information
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Craig Hill - Makin' a Big Song & Dance
MZA & CHiLL Productions in Association With Assembly Theatre Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Craig's brand new show about his love affair with music. 'Irresistable!' List. 'Hill live is a revelation' Scotsman. 'An enormous talent' Times. 'Master of audience interaction' Chortle. 'Riotously funny' Independent. Sold Out 2006/05/04.
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 20:40 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:40 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) MICK PERRIN FOR JUST FOR LAUGHS LIVE IN ASSOCIATION WITH OLD MAN MANAGEMENT LTD PRESENTS
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Dan Atkinson Knows That He Knows Nothing Dan Atkinson
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'Filled with a natural wit' Chortle. 'Shambolic Genius' Evening News. Hotly anticipated debut stand-up show about society, philosophy and throwing meat out of hot air ballons. No gimps (except guide gimps). Aug 1-4: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dan Clark: UNFANGLED Dan Clark
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
‘You will see many shows before you see another comic hit so hard with such grace …quite brilliant.’ THE SCOTSMAN
★★★★★ THE LIST
8.20PM : 1-27 AUGUST(NOT 8TH OR 15TH)
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Dan's a newfangled addict, always needing a hit of the latest technology. However, now he's exploring the simpler things we all take for granted. He's becoming unfangled. As seen in the BBC's 'The Mighty Boosh'. Preview Aug 1-4: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Daniel Townes - Seriously EdCom7
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Award winning Australian comedian makes his Edinburgh debut with an honest account of his life - mainly the bad choices he has made and the ensuing consequences. Come and see why he's Australia's most sought after new comedian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 21:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bevan and Browne are Terrified - FREE Bevan and Browne/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Sian Bevan and Niall Browne decided to tackle terror in their own special way. The good news is: they won. Let them take you beyond fear to a place without pigeons. www.bevanandbrowne.com Aug 4-26: 20:20 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Big Value Comedy Show - Early Big Value Comedy
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Highly acclaimed show in it's 13th year. 'Undoubtedly cabaret comedy at it's best' Scotsman. Two hours of quality. Four comedians. Sold out for last three years. The recognised breaking ground for acts. Preview Aug 3-4: 19:30 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Big Value Comedy Show - Late Big Value Comedy
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
LATE NIGHT BAR&BANDS CLUB VAGUE EXPERIENCE
AUG. 6,7,8,13,15 AUG. 9,10,11,12,16,17,18 20,22 19,23,24,25,26 £16
£5 FULL PREVIEW NIGHT - AUG 5th - 2 for 1
BOOKINGS:0131 208 2351
Four different comedians to the early show with all the added extras. 'Top comedy, top value' List. Established as one of the best shows on the Fringe. Must-see for any comedy fan. Preview Aug 3-4: 22:00 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 22:00 (2hrs) £8.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bill Hicks: Slight Return Festival Highlights
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
After three sell-out Edinburgh seasons, the smash hit returns for one farewell performance. 'One-liners to treasure at every turn' Telegraph. 'Absolutely must-see show' **** Independent. 'Unsettlingly good' Guardian. 'Comedy blinder' **** Scotsman. 'Terrific, rollicking reincarnation' Metro.
see page 39 for show information
Aug 21: 21:40 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bit Sketchy Marigold
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Ever wondered what it'd be like stuck in a lift with an Orlando Bloom impersonator, a gay James Bond, and a fat guy with flatulence? Find out in Marigold's hilariously sidesplitting, Monty-Python-esque, surreal comedy character sketch show. www.yardstick-productions.com Aug 5-25: 17:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Black Plague Ranney
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
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see page 69 for show information
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Profanely Pentecostal! An unpredictable trip - conjured up by The Illuminatus of Comedy. 'ranney' has taken the baton from Prometheus and is now setting men on fire. He is diseased; he is contagious. He is The Black Plague. PagePreview Aug 3-4: 21:10 (50mins) £6.00 1 Aug 5,7-21,23-27: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
How To Pimp Yofuorr Kfridees and shop at Waitrose Single
Dad-On-The-Edge
Matthew Collins
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Bob Doolally: 1967 Forty years on The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew St • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Drink-hazed memories of the greatest year in Scotland's soccer history. Help Bob recall his times with Slim Jim at Wembley, The Lisbon Lions and the Summer of Love. 'Almost better than football' Independent. Aug 6: 19:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5 Aug 13: 20:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bob Downe Live & Swingin' Butterfly Club - On The Wing Touring
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A Fringe favourite and one of Australia's most loved and enduring comedy stars is back, singin' 'n' swingin' his way through a silky swathe of jazz, show and pop standards. Aug 7-9,14-16,21-23: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE BOOK CLUB - ALL-NEW FIGHTING YEARS Book Club
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Multi award-winning, critically acclaimed. A brand new show where the weirdest books in the world battle it out. Now contains tap dancing. British Comedy Award Nominee 2006. **** Scotsman. **** ThreeWeeks. **** SkinnyFest.
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22,27: 16:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 16:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Branko & Branka - The Croatian Magic Sensation Mr and Mrs Bandic Productions
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Legendary Croatian magicians Branko and Branka have seen it all; war, David Copperfield and Golden Plutonium! They combine stage illusions, song, dance and storytelling to plunge you into their charmingly warped world. www.brankobranka.info Preview Aug 2-3: 12:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 12:00 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Bratchpiece Family Show The Bratchpiece Family
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A show not fit for the family. The family of stand-up comedians, Bratchy, Wee Man and Faither Mark ('Motherwell's Woody Allen' The List) bring their acclaimed show to the Fringe for the first time.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 19:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Breakfast with The Bickersons Jeremy Engler
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
The stars of radio's 'Golden Age' return in puppet form with a brand new show. This witty and timeless comedy, suitable for all ages, is a great start to the day and includes free breakfast. www.satsuma-pumpkin.com Preview Aug 3-4: 09:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25,27: 09:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£4.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Breaking the Seal Larah Bross
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
From the popular sketch characters performed at Carolines on Broadway, NYC, comes this one-woman show written and performed by NYC Fringe award-winning, Larah Bross. 'She's absolutely steaming,' bartenders everywhere. Aug 2-26: 18:50 (45mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Break Out
Yegam & Sevensense company Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Extreme Dance Comedy! The new show from the makers of Fringe favourites JUMP! The hottest B-Boy dance moves mixed with stunning gymnastics and hilarious visual comedy. The great escape!
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Preview Aug 2-4: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-21: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,22-25: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Brendan HunT: five yearS in amSTerdam
BOMBSHELL productions presents Holly Burn in
Boom Chicago
Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: f5
Occasionally smart. Always funny. The breakthrough hit of HBO's US Comedy Festival autobiographically offers sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll, the United Nations of orgasms and the pastiest skin you've ever seen - even in Scotland!
Preview aug 1-3: 21:40 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,13-16,20,22-23,27: 21:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) uk premiere •
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Brendon BurnS: So i SuPPoSe THiS iS offenSive now Brendon Burns
Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: f5
Yes it is. It most definitely is very offensive. That's the point.
Preview aug 1-2: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 aug 3-9,14-16,19,21-23: 20:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50) world premiere 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Brian & krySSTaL'S PiCk 'n' mix - free Brian Damage & Krysstal/PBH's Free Fringe The ivanhoe, 6 South St david Street. • Grid ref: d4
Pure unadulterated silliness. No guests, no themes, just Brian & Krysstal doing what they do best - having fun. Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. Songs, stand-up and characters. www.briandamage.net, www.freefringe.org
www.hollyburn.org.uk
aug 4,6-11,13-19,21-25: 21:30 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Extraordinary characters in an ordinary world..... ‘Laugh out loud comedy. Downright silly. Superb.’
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BridGeT CHriSTie - THe CourT of kinG CHarLeS Siobhan Rhodes-Johnson in association with Festival Highlights
insidecomedy
underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid ref: e5
5pm, 1 – 27 August (not 13 or 20 Aug)
The 17th century. Deranged royals. Incompetent terrorists. Mentalist fundamentalists. Pointless WAGs. A time very different to our own. Christie introduces Charles II, Guy Fawkes, Oliver Cromwell, Nell Gwynne. 'Genius - brilliant and unique' Chortle.
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STAR OF
BY ARRANGEMENT WITH DAWN SEDGWICK MANAGEMENT PRESENTS
‘LIVE! AT THE MAUSOLEUM’
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a Brief HiSTory of maGiC - free SHow Dougie C - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid ref: C6
4500 years of magic in 45 minutes! An irreverant look at magic through the ages from one of Scotland's top magicians. www.dougiec.com
‘Jaw-achingly funny.’
aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 20:20 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
EVENING STANDARD
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‘THE star of the night; characters mutate seamlessly. Hilarious.’
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marCuS BriGSToCke Marcus Brigstocke
assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: d4
An hour of stand-up comedy from the star of BBC4's 'The Late Edition.' 'Dazzling, inspired, perfectly observed. I've yet to see anything funnier' Telegraph. Two nights only - book early.
SCOTSMAN
aug 20-21: 21:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00)
Best Live Comedy Award Nominee
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Terry Milligan - Laughing Horse Free Festival
(THE TWO FACES OF MITCHELL AND WEBB)
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid ref: e2
'Bringing in the Sheep' - surreal stand up and sketches in the finest traditions of British Comedy. 'Even from up here they're funny' Spike Milligan. www.freefestival.co.uk aug 11-25: 16:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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a BriTiSH Guide To worLd PeaCe Toby Mitchell
6.50pm Aug 1 – 27 Pleasance Dome 0131 556 6550 www.edfringe.com
see page 22 for show information
C baraka, infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid ref: e5 (NOT 13)
Following his guides to 'French Pop' and 'World Religions,' Toby returns with his solutions to the world's problems - if only the world would listen to him ... 'Funny and immensely enjoyable' **** ThreeWeeks. www.tobymitchell.com aug 3: 18:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) aug 4-10: 18:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) aug 11: 18:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) world premiere • 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Butch - A Queen's Struggle To Become A King Menno Kuijper
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
A romantic liaison with a closeted, ultra-masculine army captain inspires Menno to explore his own inner masculinity. But his feminine side soon rebels against his growing manhood, and mayhem ensues ...
Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,21-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bye Bye Edinburgh BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
In 1974, Jim Sweeney made his festival debut. He mulls over the years of rave reviews and hatchet jobs, full houses and empty rooms, luxury accomodation and sleeping bags, recognition and anonymity. Beer and more beer. Aug 15: 14:00 (45mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Craig Campbell
Underbelly Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
An hour of stand-up fillets minus the bone by this comedically gifted Canadian funslinger! Allow Campbell's capable wit to guide your raftful of giggles through rapids of laughter and cascading streams of hilarity (raincoats not included).
Preview Aug 2-3: 22:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 22:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Can You Get A World Record In Rap With Richard Coughlan? Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
see page 94 for show information
Comedy meets rap as Richard Coughlan targets the Official World Record for 'Longest Rap Marathon.' Over nine hours of improvised comedy-rap in Coughlan's debut rapping performance. Charity event. www.freefestival.co.uk, www.myspace.com/1979coughlan Aug 15: 13:30 (9hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Captured
The Cakes (Roisin Conaty & Caroline Ginty) Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Roisin Conaty of Radio One's comedy show 'The Milk Run' and Caroline Ginty perform in this low-fi, darkly sweet sketch show, revolving around the misfit characters found on an old video camera. Come and have a butchers. Muchos Gracias.
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Carey Marx: Sincerity Aside Carey Marx
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Jokes. Nothing but jokes. Pretty jokes, evil jokes, sweet jokes, mischievous jokes, provocative, wild, resplendent jokes. Jokes. All new jokes. Over an hour of jokes in one hour. 'Definitely the highlight of this year's fringe.' Metro. Preview Aug 2-3: 20:50 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,12,14-16,19-23,26-27: 20:50 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 20:50 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Charlotte Hudson and Leila Hackett Two Left Hands Charlotte Hudson and Leila Hackett
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Sky One's 'Brainiac' presenter Charlotte Hudson with 'Smack the Pony' writer Leila Hackett; together they're a slick, smart, sketch-comedy double act that packs a lefthand punch. Book early!
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Che Guevara on the Fringe - Evonne Keron Strikes Back Kieran Butler and Austin Low
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Half-arsed Orwellian allegory based on 'Evita.' Bourgeois revolutionary walking tour. 'Unpretentious, barbed, chaotic' List . 'Highly entertaining' **** ThreeWeeks. 'Damn good ... the best free show you will see' **** Evening News. Aug 2-12,14-26: 16:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Chris Cox - Everything Happens For A Reason In Arrangement with Mike Leigh Associates
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
BBC Radio 1's Resident Magician fuses mind-reading, psychology & comedy to take control of YOUR life. 'Must See' Stage, ***** BroadwayBaby, 'Leaves you awe-struck & speechless' **** ThreeWeeks, 'Mind blowing,' Ricky Gervais. www.chriscox.info
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 6-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CHRIS MCCAUSLAND'S PLANES,TRAINS & SHAMEFUL ORDEALS - FREE Chris McCausland & Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
The award winning Comedy Store and Jongleurs regular returns with a totally free show ... And this time its personal-ish. No tickets! Its first-come first-mirthed! 'Exhilarating!' Stage. 'The Genuine Article!' edinburghguide.com. www.chrismccausland.com Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 22:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 76 for show information
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Christian Reilly - How to Rock Christian Reilly
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Tender-hearted, from a broken home - it's hard to find where you fit in. A Van Halenworshipping, comfort-eating teenager's hilarious musical quest for happiness with a budget six-string. 'Captivating charisma' Guardian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 19:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Christian,The Jew,The Muslim and The Geordie Joe Bor
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
An hour of stand up from four very different rising stars of the comedy circuit: Joe K, Joe Bor, Prince Abdi and Christian Steel. For more information go to www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-25: 14:55 (1hr) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Christina Davis - Sex Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Sex is everywhere these days. Reproduction, contraception, religion, monogamy, infidelity, marriage, the single life, media, celebrities, scandals, music, porn, fantasies, too much, lack of, being good at it, being crap at it and how to get it.
Preview Aug 1-4: 00:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 00:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 00:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Churchill Stole my Soundbite - Free Festival Mel Barnes/Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Take cover during an air raid in 1944 for stand-up comedy by a London housewife who parachuted into D-Day to save Pegasus Bridge and her young son in one of the greatest battles of WWII.
see page 193 for show information
Aug 5-11,13-18,20-25: 23:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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‘Political comedy at its best’
Aug 3-27
Sunday Times
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‘Silly remarks’ Time Out
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Cirque de Sabotage
The Comedian
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room
Bates and Emerson featuring Catriona 'The Ringmaster' Knox A revolutionary extravaganza of hectic sketches, verbal trickery, leotards, lion-taming. Three girls with a talent 14 times bigger than Paul Daniels. 'If Crufts had a comedy class these girls would win Best Bitches in Show' Scotsman. www.batesandemerson.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 12:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Join Perrier Nominee Dan Skinner and Tom Verrall for a sensational hour of classic entertainment. Featuring proper jokes (actual funnies, nothing bloody surreal) and some top notch acting too. 'Mr Winchester is the new Tommy Cooper', Robert Lindsay.
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Dave Longley
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
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Club Sandwich - Free Show Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
You're drunk-ish, it's 11.30 and you're peckish for some free laughs? Then bite into 'Club Sandwich'. Ingredients: 'Great act' Mike O'Donovan. 'Absurdly Hysterical' Paul F Taylor. 'Sickeningly talented' Barry Ferns, and introducing Paul Harry Allen. Aug 4-26: 23:30 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Club Vague Lost Vagueness
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
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Stan Stanley/Laughing Horse Free Festival Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Waverley Care
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13-29 Nicolson Street • 0131 529 6000 • Grid Ref: E5
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Comedy Reserve Pleasance Charlie fund
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Following an intense night of stand up competition, Pleasance is proud to present the next generation of comedy stars. Featuring Benny Boots, Brett Goldstein, Jack Whitehall and Tommy Wallamies.
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Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
ComedySportz, the competitive, quickfire improvised comedy show that's suitable for everyone. Two teams use only their wits to battle it out for laughs using your ideas and suggestions. No scripts, no rehearsals. Family-friendly fun. www.comedysportz.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Comedy Zone
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'The Fringe's leading stand-up showcase' (Times) returns for its 17th year featuring Barry Dodds, Carl Donnelly, John Robins and Joe Wilkinson - the most award winners on any nightly showcase. The original and the best. Aug 1-4: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.50 (£9.00)
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Jay Sodagar
Aug 2-26: 14:20 (55mins) (Free Ticketed)
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Confessions of a Logical Mind 2 - Now I have a Headache Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
The Comeback
'The ascerbic wit of Jay Sodagar' (BBC) has come back to Edinburgh, following on from his very successful show last year. This year he pulls out the stops. www.jaysodagar.com
goHERO
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Truth, passion, hope! This show has none of these. Join us on a journey through the glitz and glamour of global terrorism. Abandon all hope, this is your new reality. Only Eddie and Larry can save you now.
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Comedy Gala 2007
Stan celebrates life's awkward moments in his high spirited, prankish debut solo show. 'Stan shakes a crowd with his energetic pace' Daily Telegraph; 'The triumph of the night' Chortle, at the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival.
Preview Aug 1-3: 22:00 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 22:00 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 22:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.50)
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Aug 4-10: 16:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
Wondrous nights of bizarre and burlesque cabaret, live music, dazzling aerial, fun casino and rip-roaring DJs. For the frivolous and wide eyed. Dress for glamour and danger! Full show and lite nights throughout festival. See advert. Aug 5,9-12,16-19,23-26: 00:00 (5hrs) £16.00 Aug 6-8,13,15,20,22: 00:00 (5hrs) £6.00
... and songs, laughter, and teapots. Take the weight off your Fringe with an hour of joyous sketches, gentle satire, kitsch silliness and did we mention freshly-baked cake? The perfect start to your afternoon. www.twoshadesofblue.org.uk
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
Free Festival
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Comedy and Cake
Aug 21: 19:30 (3hrs) £20.00 (£19.00)
A show about change, about overcoming the pressures that surround us. It's also about promiscuous rodents, fingering, racism, the media and fingering. 'Clever and funny' BBC. 'Challenges audiences and himself' Baby Cow.
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Edinburgh's biggest comedy event in aid of Waverley Care. Alan Carr introduces an all-star cast including Rich Hall, Jimmy Carr, Phill Jupitus, Adam Hills, Michael McIntyre, Shappi Khorsandi, Jason Wood, and more TBC. Book early. www.offthekerb.co.uk
A Clever Title
Aug 3-5: 20:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-10,13,15-17,20,22-24: 20:10 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Dan Skinner and Tom Verrall
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Preview Aug 2-4: 21:10 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00)
Two Shades of Blue
Classic Entertainment!
Preview Aug 1-4: 15:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 15:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Over 24 days, 24 comics are winnowed down to one as they compete for the chance to perform in New York and sign a contract with America's top comedy manager. Who will be the newest international comedy star?
Preview Aug 4-7,9-14: 19:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Contraganda
Comedy on the Square The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Start believing your own lies. Other people's propaganda guides your every decision. Two American comedians dissect the beast with a satirical scalpel, and serve it to you with forked tongues. A full production: video, stunts, and brainwashing tips. http://contraganda.info
Preview Aug 3-4: 22:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 22:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cowboys & Indians (Dot, Not Feather) FREE Craig Ricci Shaynak/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
American Dream or World Nightmare? This fat, bald and loud American takes on all foes ... and beers, both foreign and domestic. Global warming, religious wars, and terrorism? That don't mean $#!%! www.fatbaldloud.com
Every night at 6.30pm
Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 22:00 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cowgate Cartoon at the Jazz Bar
Combining old favourites and rising stars of the Scottish scene. Four comedians in a changing nightly line-up.
Will Pickvance
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Magical homemade animation and the marvellous Cartoon Band accompany up-andcoming comedian Will Pickvance through this brilliant, bittersweet hourful of original songs, sketches and stand-up.You'll be amazed you ever forgot your imagination.
Preview Aug 3-4: 17:30 (1hr) £3.00 Aug 5-13,15-27: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00
‘great value in a relaxed environment’ Scotsman
Every night at 9.40pm
5 York Place, Venue 5, 0131 558 7272 PLUS FREE COMEDY EVERY LUNCHTIME see page 32 for show information
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Craig Hill - Makin' a Big Song & Dance
MZA & CHiLL Productions in Association With Assembly Theatre Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Craig's brand new show about his love affair with music. 'Irresistable!' List. 'Hill live is a revelation' Scotsman. 'An enormous talent' Times. 'Master of audience interaction' Chortle. 'Riotously funny' Independent. Sold Out 2006/05/04.
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 20:40 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:40 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) MICK PERRIN FOR JUST FOR LAUGHS LIVE IN ASSOCIATION WITH OLD MAN MANAGEMENT LTD PRESENTS
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Dan Atkinson Knows That He Knows Nothing Dan Atkinson
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'Filled with a natural wit' Chortle. 'Shambolic Genius' Evening News. Hotly anticipated debut stand-up show about society, philosophy and throwing meat out of hot air ballons. No gimps (except guide gimps). Aug 1-4: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dan Clark: UNFANGLED Dan Clark
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
‘You will see many shows before you see another comic hit so hard with such grace …quite brilliant.’ THE SCOTSMAN
★★★★★ THE LIST
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Dan's a newfangled addict, always needing a hit of the latest technology. However, now he's exploring the simpler things we all take for granted. He's becoming unfangled. As seen in the BBC's 'The Mighty Boosh'. Preview Aug 1-4: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Daniel Townes - Seriously EdCom7
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Award winning Australian comedian makes his Edinburgh debut with an honest account of his life - mainly the bad choices he has made and the ensuing consequences. Come and see why he's Australia's most sought after new comedian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 21:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dan Willis: A stage, a mic, some jokes - FREE Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
An hour of no-nonsense crowd-pleasing comedy. 'Unpretentious, informal, bellylaughs-a-minute stand-up' **** ThreeWeeks. 'A skilled comedian and wonderful performer' TimeOut London. Laughing Horse free Festival. Aug 4-27: 21:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David Benson - Nothing But Pleasure Festival Highlights
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Revival of acclaimed satire featuring brilliant impersonations of the celebrity circus surrounding Blair's rise and Diana's demise. Updated souvenir edition for Tony's retirement year. 'Sensitive, liberating ... dangerously funny' Times. 'Miss him at your peril' Independent. Aug 4,6,8,14,16: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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David Heffron - Honest PBH's Free Fringe
The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
If truth is beauty, then I've never looked so good. Can a man survive a month without telling a single fib? Every word is true - even the lies. 'Top-drawer comic' Age, Melbourne. Aug 4-25: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David O'Doherty: It's David O'Doherty Time EdCom7
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
If.comeddies Nominee 2006. What's the time? It's David O'Doherty time. Tick tock, tick tock, it's O'Doherty O'Clock. 'A beautiful mix of acute observation and startling invention' Irish Times Preview Aug 2-4: 22:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 22:15 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 22:15 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50) World premiere •
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DavidWard - 'TheWholeTruthand Nothing But ...' CKP by arrangement with Beyond Compere
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Long-awaited show from this first-class comedian. From golfing to gambling, jailbird to joker, Ward navigates his way comically through his amazing life-story. Exhilarating mix of storytelling, theatre, stand-up. 'Entertaining' Time Out.
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 15:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David Zanthor Presents 'Monsieur De Reve' - A Free Magic Show David Zanthor
The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Ever wanted to see a woman turn into a tiger? A man being buried alive? World famous magician David Zanthor brings his show to Edinburgh for the first time - for free. Aug 4-11: 14:45 (1hr) (Free Ticketed)
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Dazed And Confused - FREE Big Hair Bros
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Lost in a cold harsh world of logic and technology only extreme naivity and stupidity can save us! Robin Cousins and Jonny Morris provide a surreal whimsical pin to burst the grey bubble of modern life. Aug 5-27: 15:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dead for a Living Smuglybeige
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Kidnap a man with an appetite for horses, learn the deadly art of Prawnclaw, and milk a wolf. All whilst hiding from an angry mob, a freak show and the police. Surprisingly not that easy!
Aug 3: 21:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10: 21:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11: 21:20 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Steve Day/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid ref: B6
Radio 4's Steve Day, comedian and actor, hearing-impaired since the age of 18, plays and talks about seven records he remembers and misses most. Come along and hear what he can't. **** Chortle. **** ThreeWeeks. aug 4-11: 18:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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dear fuTure wife
Nique Woodhouse - www.dearfuturewife.com The Green room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid ref: e5
The truest true love story ever told. To a woman who doesn't even exist.Yet? 'Pathetic mentally handicapped comic genius' Supergun. Don't miss this - it could be starring you. Book now. 18+. Preview aug 2-4: 20:00 (1hr) £4.00 aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 20:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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deBoraH franCeS-wHiTe'S 'How To GeT aLmoST anyone To wanT To SLeeP wiTH you' The Spontaneity Shop and Mr Foxcroft Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid ref: f5
Stand-up revealing the hysterical secret of sexy. 'Hilarious ... The hour whizzes by - the crowd actually groaned with disappointment when it came to an end. **** ThreeWeeks. Preview aug 1-4: 14:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23: 14:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Noel James/PBH's Free Fringe
The white Horse, 266 Cannongate • • Grid ref: d6
Ironic commentary on a mentally challenged world from a contemporary Welsh perspective. Packed with fast wordplay, silly humour and brilliant jokes. New material from a minstrel of understatement. aug 4-13,15-20,22-25: 21:05 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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dee Tour
The Big Dee Brothers Sweet eCa, edinburgh College of art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off west Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid ref: f4
Fat Arab 'Dave' and the long nose English rabbit 'Diddy' present a nifty universe of madcap trickery, grotesque puppets and ramshackle mime. 'Every time I sees them I sh*ts myself' - Grandma Dee. PS. For the deepseekers - free cider! www.bigdeebrothers.com aug 3-6,8-12,14-19,21-26: 22:20 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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defendinG THe Cavewoman Vanessa Frost
The Green room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid ref: e5
The fabulously funny, award nominated, female response to Broadway hit 'Defending The Caveman'. A quirky, hilarious one-woman show about two completely different creatures, desperately trying to co-exist on one planet ... sharing one bathroom! Preview aug 2-3: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£11.00) aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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deS CLarke - deSTiny Des Clarke
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: e6
The Scottish TV favourite and 'Comedic Kalashnikov' Stage, returns with an offbeat look at the world and what it holds in store for us all. 'An irresistible comedian ... simply unmissable' Daily Record, 'A prodigious talent' List. Preview aug 1-3: 21:20 (1hr) £6.00 aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:20 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:20 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00)
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The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
It's back: the best fringe tasting menu ever. And it's free. Acerbic host Bruce Devlin's comprehensive weekday guide to what's hot and what's not. 'Razor-sharp' List. News, celebrity guests, interviews, gossip and give-aways. Great food and drink too. Aug 6-10,14-17,20-24,27: 12:00 (1hr 40mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Diddy Fingers Stella Ratner: Free Entry Stella Ratner and Diddy Fingers/LH Free Festival
‘Fantastically Funny!’
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
'Fashion Victimiser' Stella Ratner hosts character comedy with episodes of existential angst from Diddy Fingers. Aug 19-26: 19:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Diet of Worms on (Melted) Ice Diet of Worms
Sweet Grassmarket 2, Apex International Hotel, 31-35 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
We don our trunks, arm-bands and verucca socks to bring you the world's first aqua sketch comedy. This imaginative and unique-in-a-good-way show truly pushes the boundaries of the genre.Yes, it's in a swimming pool.
Preview Aug 3: 22:15 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-12,14-19,21-26: 22:15 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,14-19,21-26: 23:15 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
‘My best comedy 2006!’ Critics Choice ★★★★★ ARTHUR SMITH THE LIST ARTHUR SMITH
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1-27 August (EXCEPT 14 AUG) Pleasance Courtyard 0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk www.edfringe.com
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A Different Kettle of Fish WitTank
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Five pairs of shoes, one spoonerism, a sprinkling of original sketches and, er, a kettle. This comedy troupe means business. Funny business. If you like comedy then WitTank are your cup of tea. Or fish.
Preview Aug 5: 16:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-11,13-18,20-26: 16:10 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Discotivity Manger Inc
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The greatest story ever told is revisited as a panto romp set to the pump of the disco beat. Use it up and wear it out as Mary, Joseph, and their mouthy donkey boogie on down to Bethlehem.
Preview Aug 1-4: 23:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 23:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Dizzy Highway
Dizzy Developments and Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Dizzy B High in a show about trips, the good ones the bad ones and the sick ones, looking at the alternative lifestyle with a cheeky grin. Aug 4-14,16-25: 16:05 (1hr 5mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Doctor Deepak's Midday Surgery (Free) Vimal Stephens - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
I shouldn't be telling you this - the health authorities hate my guts! They claim my medical ethics, practices and views belong in the gutter. They tried to strike me off the medical register ... but failed. Ha-ha-ha! Preview Aug 4-14,16-25: 11:20 (30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Doctor Deepak's Midnite Surgery Vimal Stephens
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
At the witching hour, consultations with me come with a Government Health Warning! I tell it like it is, man! Meet my special guest, pull-no-punches Billy Bangra, London's most politically incorrect Eastender. Not for the faint-hearted. Aug 3-27: 23:50 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
see page 97 for show information
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Dan Willis: A stage, a mic, some jokes - FREE Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
An hour of no-nonsense crowd-pleasing comedy. 'Unpretentious, informal, bellylaughs-a-minute stand-up' **** ThreeWeeks. 'A skilled comedian and wonderful performer' TimeOut London. Laughing Horse free Festival. Aug 4-27: 21:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David Benson - Nothing But Pleasure Festival Highlights
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Revival of acclaimed satire featuring brilliant impersonations of the celebrity circus surrounding Blair's rise and Diana's demise. Updated souvenir edition for Tony's retirement year. 'Sensitive, liberating ... dangerously funny' Times. 'Miss him at your peril' Independent. Aug 4,6,8,14,16: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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David Heffron - Honest PBH's Free Fringe
The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
If truth is beauty, then I've never looked so good. Can a man survive a month without telling a single fib? Every word is true - even the lies. 'Top-drawer comic' Age, Melbourne. Aug 4-25: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David O'Doherty: It's David O'Doherty Time EdCom7
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
If.comeddies Nominee 2006. What's the time? It's David O'Doherty time. Tick tock, tick tock, it's O'Doherty O'Clock. 'A beautiful mix of acute observation and startling invention' Irish Times Preview Aug 2-4: 22:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 22:15 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 22:15 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50)
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DavidWard - 'TheWholeTruthand Nothing But ...' CKP by arrangement with Beyond Compere
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Long-awaited show from this first-class comedian. From golfing to gambling, jailbird to joker, Ward navigates his way comically through his amazing life-story. Exhilarating mix of storytelling, theatre, stand-up. 'Entertaining' Time Out.
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 15:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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David Zanthor Presents 'Monsieur De Reve' - A Free Magic Show David Zanthor
The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Ever wanted to see a woman turn into a tiger? A man being buried alive? World famous magician David Zanthor brings his show to Edinburgh for the first time - for free. Aug 4-11: 14:45 (1hr) (Free Ticketed)
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Dazed And Confused - FREE Big Hair Bros
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Lost in a cold harsh world of logic and technology only extreme naivity and stupidity can save us! Robin Cousins and Jonny Morris provide a surreal whimsical pin to burst the grey bubble of modern life. Aug 5-27: 15:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dead for a Living Smuglybeige
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Kidnap a man with an appetite for horses, learn the deadly art of Prawnclaw, and milk a wolf. All whilst hiding from an angry mob, a freak show and the police. Surprisingly not that easy!
Aug 3: 21:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10: 21:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11: 21:20 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Steve Day/Laughing Horse Free Festival laughing Horse @ linsay's, 15 Brunswick street • 0131 556 8974 • grid Ref: B6
Radio 4's Steve Day, comedian and actor, hearing-impaired since the age of 18, plays and talks about seven records he remembers and misses most. Come along and hear what he can't. **** Chortle. **** ThreeWeeks. aug 4-11: 18:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Nique Woodhouse - www.dearfuturewife.com the green Room, 37 guthrie street • 0131 220 0885 • grid Ref: e5
The truest true love story ever told. To a woman who doesn't even exist.Yet? 'Pathetic mentally handicapped comic genius' Supergun. Don't miss this - it could be starring you. Book now. 18+. Preview aug 2-4: 20:00 (1hr) £4.00 aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 20:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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DeBoRaH FRances-WHite's 'HoW to get almost anyone to Want to sleeP WitH you' The Spontaneity Shop and Mr Foxcroft Productions
gilded Balloon teviot, 13 Bristo square • 0131 668 1633 • grid Ref: F5
Stand-up revealing the hysterical secret of sexy. 'Hilarious ... The hour whizzes by - the crowd actually groaned with disappointment when it came to an end. **** ThreeWeeks. Preview aug 1-4: 14:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23: 14:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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the White Horse, 266 cannongate • • grid Ref: D6
Ironic commentary on a mentally challenged world from a contemporary Welsh perspective. Packed with fast wordplay, silly humour and brilliant jokes. New material from a minstrel of understatement. aug 4-13,15-20,22-25: 21:05 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Big Dee Brothers sweet eca, edinburgh college of art, lauriston Place or lady lawson street (off West Port/grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • grid Ref: F4
Fat Arab 'Dave' and the long nose English rabbit 'Diddy' present a nifty universe of madcap trickery, grotesque puppets and ramshackle mime. 'Every time I sees them I sh*ts myself' - Grandma Dee. PS. For the deepseekers - free cider! www.bigdeebrothers.com aug 3-6,8-12,14-19,21-26: 22:20 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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DeFenDing tHe caveWoman Vanessa Frost
the green Room, 37 guthrie street • 0131 220 0885 • grid Ref: e5
The fabulously funny, award nominated, female response to Broadway hit 'Defending The Caveman'. A quirky, hilarious one-woman show about two completely different creatures, desperately trying to co-exist on one planet ... sharing one bathroom! Preview aug 2-3: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£11.00) aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 18:10 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Des claRke - Destiny Des Clarke
Pleasance courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid Ref: e6
The Scottish TV favourite and 'Comedic Kalashnikov' Stage, returns with an offbeat look at the world and what it holds in store for us all. 'An irresistible comedian ... simply unmissable' Daily Record, 'A prodigious talent' List. Preview aug 1-3: 21:20 (1hr) £6.00 aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:20 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:20 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00)
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The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
It's back: the best fringe tasting menu ever. And it's free. Acerbic host Bruce Devlin's comprehensive weekday guide to what's hot and what's not. 'Razor-sharp' List. News, celebrity guests, interviews, gossip and give-aways. Great food and drink too. Aug 6-10,14-17,20-24,27: 12:00 (1hr 40mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Diddy Fingers Stella Ratner: Free Entry Stella Ratner and Diddy Fingers/LH Free Festival
‘Fantastically Funny!’
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
'Fashion Victimiser' Stella Ratner hosts character comedy with episodes of existential angst from Diddy Fingers. Aug 19-26: 19:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Diet of Worms on (Melted) Ice Diet of Worms
Sweet Grassmarket 2, Apex International Hotel, 31-35 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
We don our trunks, arm-bands and verucca socks to bring you the world's first aqua sketch comedy. This imaginative and unique-in-a-good-way show truly pushes the boundaries of the genre.Yes, it's in a swimming pool.
Preview Aug 3: 22:15 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-12,14-19,21-26: 22:15 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,14-19,21-26: 23:15 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
‘My best comedy 2006!’ Critics Choice ★★★★★ ARTHUR SMITH THE LIST ARTHUR SMITH
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1-27 August (EXCEPT 14 AUG) Pleasance Courtyard 0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk www.edfringe.com
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A Different Kettle of Fish WitTank
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Five pairs of shoes, one spoonerism, a sprinkling of original sketches and, er, a kettle. This comedy troupe means business. Funny business. If you like comedy then WitTank are your cup of tea. Or fish.
Preview Aug 5: 16:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-11,13-18,20-26: 16:10 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Discotivity Manger Inc
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The greatest story ever told is revisited as a panto romp set to the pump of the disco beat. Use it up and wear it out as Mary, Joseph, and their mouthy donkey boogie on down to Bethlehem.
Preview Aug 1-4: 23:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 23:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Dizzy Highway
Dizzy Developments and Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Dizzy B High in a show about trips, the good ones the bad ones and the sick ones, looking at the alternative lifestyle with a cheeky grin. Aug 4-14,16-25: 16:05 (1hr 5mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Doctor Deepak's Midday Surgery (Free) Vimal Stephens - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
I shouldn't be telling you this - the health authorities hate my guts! They claim my medical ethics, practices and views belong in the gutter. They tried to strike me off the medical register ... but failed. Ha-ha-ha! Preview Aug 4-14,16-25: 11:20 (30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Doctor Deepak's Midnite Surgery Vimal Stephens
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
At the witching hour, consultations with me come with a Government Health Warning! I tell it like it is, man! Meet my special guest, pull-no-punches Billy Bangra, London's most politically incorrect Eastender. Not for the faint-hearted. Aug 3-27: 23:50 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
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doktor cocacolamcdonalds:the one man rock opera. doktor cocacolamcdonalds
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Need satisfaction? Casio satisfaction? From a Zappa/Sidebottom lovechild? The Ann Summers of the Fringe (cheap electric gadgets, sexy undies ...). 'Full-throttle anarchic brilliance to which most acts can only distantly aspire.' **** Chortle. 'Glorious' Steve Coogan. Preview Aug 1-4: 23:45 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23: 23:45 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:45 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Donald Mack - Renegade - Live and Free Donald Mack
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
The hilarious Cynical Optimist returns with his second showcase. Following the success of last year's 4* show, the pedantic Mack Daddy gets 'Off the Hook' about being black in the UK. Challenging and funny. Aug 5-10,12-17,19-24: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 9,16,23: 12:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Do Something, Martin! Martin White/PBH's Free Fringe
The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Doomed office romance and accordions! A new one-man comedy musical about corporate life from that accordionist off of BBC2's 'The Culture Show' and 'Robin Ince's Book Club'. Free show! Aug 4-25: 18:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Duncan Oakley's 68 Bumcrack Special Duncan Oakley
see page 64 for show information
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
If you're looking for the best in rock'n'roll comedy and deceptively clever playground lunacy, presented under the thin veil of a classic Elvis television extravaganza ... then you've come to the right place. Preview Aug 3-4: 17:50 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 5-9,12-13,15-16,19-20,22-23,26: 17:50 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 17:50 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dougie Dunlop Dougie Dunlop
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Storming debut solo show from one of Scotland's finest comics. 'Cracking blend of observational comedy and mimicry' Edinburgh Evening News. Proper no frills stand-up delivered with 'all the composure of a Tiger Woods putt' Scotsman. Preview Aug 3-4: 22:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,12-13,15-16,19-20,22-23,26: 22:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 22:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Early Edition
Marcus Brigstocke, Andre Vincent & Guests E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Newspapers, coffee, buns & comedy. We did it last year and everybody liked it so we're doing it again. See you there, enjoy the festival! Andre Vincent (Fringe Board Member). Marcus Brigstocke (Bored). Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 11:55 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:55 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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EDDY BRIMSON IS FREE ... (but there might be a whip-round) Eddy Brimson/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
A truly established UK/International comedian brings his stand-up to the Free Festival. 'The crowd loved him' Guardian. 'Engaging and compelling ... he doesn't f**k about' ThreeWeeks. www.eddybrimson.com Aug 4-12,14-25: 22:20 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Edinburgh and Beyond
Paramount Comedy presents the Edinburgh and Beyond Comedy Tour Sponsored by Magners Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Paramount Comedy presents award-winning comedy from Simon Brodkin, Russell Kane, Andrew Maxwell and Steve Williams. For one night only as they kick-start the must-see tour of the year. Four Acts. One Roof. Loads of Laughs. Aug 21: 21:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00)
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Edward Aczel - Trust me there is no hope (FREE) Edward Aczel
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
'A shambling ungainly self sabotaging genius' Francis Wheen, The Evening Standard. Edward proves 'Less is going to have to be more.' www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-25: 14:35 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Eirlys Bellin: Reality-check Eirlys Bellin
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
'Fame - I'm mental for it'. One of the hottest young character comics on the circuit presents her true story of undercover investigations into the world of reality-TV and WAG-dom as Rhian, a shameless Welsh chav. 'Outrageous' Shilpa. Preview Aug 3-4: 13:45 (45mins) £3.00 Aug 5-12,14-19,21-27: 13:45 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Electric Cabaret C presents
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
If your Grandad was cool, this would be his armchair. Top comics kick back and relax at the Festival's most intimate comedy lounge. 'Perfect comedy, an ideal way to start/ end the night' ****ThreeWeeks. www.the-establishment.net Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 22:45 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:45 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 22:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
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The End of the World and Other Concerns Mr. Dibble's Experiment
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
'The End is nigh'... (apparently). This original sketch show uses the British method of skirting around the important topic at hand. Experience the Apocalypse with some mild inconveniences along the way. Aug 3-4,6-11,13-18: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 6-11,13-18: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Escape from Bitchpants (Free)
Maycock and Carr at the Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
A fast-paced race through life, death and rubber ducks. Our intrepid heroes challenge common sense head on ... and lose. Sketches, films and insanity guaranteed. Answers to searching questions cannot not be supplied. Please bring your own. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 15-16: 17:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 26-27: 16:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Establishment at SoCo C presents
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
You have 30 days: taste the Edinburgh experience here. The definitive events collective presenting urban sport, phenomenal film shorts, international bands including soul, ska, scat, Country & Western. Welcome to the other 9 to 5. www.the-establishment.net Aug 3,13,20,27: 21:30 (2hrs) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:30 (2hrs) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:30 (2hrs) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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‘The most belly-laughs per minute on the fringe’
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THE SPECTATOR
Mirth, Mockery & Media Whoring!
SAVAGE CELEBRITY SLATINGS!
PLEASANCE COURTYARD 0131 556 6550 1-27 AUGUST www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh (EXCEPT 13 AUG) 0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
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THE HERALD ON SUNDAY
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Establishment Live
Festival of Football
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
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Tony Cowards
The definitive late-night arts collective. Let loose with ultra-live entertainment from across the festivals. Music, comedy, cabaret and the Great Improv Gambit. Last year guests included Mike McShane and Will Adamsdale. Welcome to the other 9 to 5. www.the-establishment.net Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
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...Tony Cowards has two passions in life, football and comedy (which possibly explains why he supports Ipswich Town). 'Festival of Football' explores the relationship between the two in a hysterical and thought-provoking hour of standup. Free Show! Aug 4,11,18,25: 12:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5-10,12-17,19-24: 16:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Eurafrica
Field Study
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Pesky African dictators getting you down? Lack of quality couture bothering you? Isn't being white so last season? Join the campaign for the formation of Eurafrica, a little kingdom atop glorious Table Mountain, clap your hands and say Eurafrica!
Wanted: members of the public to participate in an investigation into the causes of sudden involuntary vocal events or 'Laughter'. Seeking: male and female, men and women of all ages. Participants needn't have laughed prior to the study.
Lucy Heavens and Sarah Jane Scott
Aug 5-18: 20:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Grey Matter
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Aug 1-4: 15:25 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 15:25 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:25 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
EUROPRATS - A 12 Star Revue! Act-IV Theatre Company
Romp across Europe! It's a hundred gags an hour! Buckle up for this whizz-bang roller-coaster tour poking fun at our in-continental cousins and ourselves! A smorgasbord of satirical and saucy sketches and songs - Santé! Aug 13-19: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Free Festival - Rick Kiesewetter and Duncan Edwards Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Stand-ups Rick Kiesewetter and Duncan Edwards take an irreverent look at everything from cultural stereotypes to the MTV generation. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-18: 15:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Faith Brown & Her Boys in the Buff
Cambridge Footlights
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'Chorus Line' meets 'Full Monty' in this new(d) musical comedy revue exploring the imperfect male body. Faith's boys are more guys from the chippy than Chippendales - and worried that maybe size does matter.
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FAITH BROWN UP FRONT The extraordinarily versatile Faith Brown takes us on a fascinating journey, full of her best known impersonations, with the funniest anecdotes and dynamic feelgood songs. 'If you don't behave yourselves I'll do my Faith Brown impersonation' Margaret Thatcher.
Preview Aug 1-3: 18:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 18:40 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:40 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00)
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
If.comeddie Best Newcomer nominees Fat Tongue return with a fiercely funny new sketch show. Their cock-eyed outlook earned them a sell-out show last year by word of mouth alone. 'A real discovery' Sunday Times. 'Wrenchingly funny' SkinnyFest.
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
From the home of Radio comedy comes the ultimate mix of humour and music. Aug 15: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Benny Boot,Tommy Mack, Colin Owens, Mark Talbot/Laughing Horse Free Festival Witty, inventive and daring stand-up from Colin Owens (Winner, 'Jimmy Carr's Comedy Idol'), Benny Boot ('Sickeningly talented' Time Out.) and Tommy Mack ('Brilliant - Really inventive!' Josie Long) hosted by BBC3's Mark Talbot. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 5-10,12-17,19-24: 23:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 8,15,22: 12:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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FOUR ON THE FLOOR
CKP, HACKNEY EMPIRE & GILDED BALLOON
Fat To The Future
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
80's Luke
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
80's Luke, Mancunian human gag machine, fast becoming a cult in his own beltline, takes you back to all that was great about the 80s then catapults you to places yet to be discovered. Mentally interesting! 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Aug 5-18: 23:00 (1hr) £7.50
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 17:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Four Bad Men - FREE Late-night Stand-up
Fat Tongue
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World famous Cambridge Footlights' brand new sketch show. Stupid and clever, happy and sad - everything really. Wham Bam. 'Critics' Choice' Times; 'Brilliant and dark' bbc.co.uk; 'Genuinely funny' Metro; 'I'll definitely watch it' You.
BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Preview Aug 1-3: 18:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 18:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
4 At the Fringe
Stars and Angels Ltd
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Footlights - WHAM BAM
Stars + Angels Ltd
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23: 14:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00)
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***** THE SCOTSMAN - FREE
Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room • • Grid Ref: E5
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Featuring winners and finalists from the Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 2007. The competition has an unrivalled ability to spot future stars; previous finalists include Ardal O'Hanlon, Omid Djalili, Daniel Kitson and Simon Pegg. Preview Aug 1-4: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Four Wenches and a Free For All Actors' Circle
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Watch your lunchtime whizz by with this deeply daft sketch show about origami and campanology. Can the comedy survive the in-fighting? Think Victoria Wood and Jenny Eclair mud-wrestling over the last prawn vol-au-vent.
Preview Aug 1-4: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23: 12:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 12:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Francesca Martinez: In Deep The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew St • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Personal. Hard-hitting. Hilarious. She's back tackling taboos after her last sell-out international show. Comedy for the heart and head! 'It's refreshing to see a comedian with convictions. Especially one with so much charm and energy.' Guardian. Preview Aug 2: 19:35 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 3: 17:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 4-12,14-26: 17:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Frankie Boyle - Morons, I Can Heal You Chambers Management
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
The star of BBC2's 'Mock The Week' returns to Edinburgh following last year's sellout success. Sharp. Acerbic. Hilarious. Book early to avoid disappointment! 'Superb ... vicious authority' Sunday Times. 'The Best' The List. Preview Aug 2-4: 21:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,23-26: 21:00 (55mins) £13.50 (£11.50) Aug 8-9,15-16,22: 21:00 (55mins) £12.50 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Frank Skinner Stand-Up Frank Skinner
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
see page 24 for show information SarahKendall 117x92 Fringe07
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PERRIER AWARD NOMINEE
Frank Skinner returns to live stand-up, a decade since he played his last live gig. Experience Frank's wicked sense of humour in this completely uncensored brand new show. Warning - not for the faint hearted. Charity Gig - 27th! Aug 13-16,20-23,27: 20:00 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) Aug 17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Free - Best in Stand-up - 99 Club Royal Mile PBH's Free Fringe
The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
99 Club has been critics' choice in the Independent, Guardian, Metro, Mirror, Time Out & more. Proud to support Free Fringe we present five different performers a night from our West End venues. www.the99club.co.uk Aug 4-25: 22:25 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
“A master storyteller”
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Free Comedy Cocktail
★★★★
Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Metro
Total Sell Out 2006
Aug 4-7,9-14,16-19: 14:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Assembly at George Street 0131 623 3030 www.edfringe.com 2-27 August (Not 13) see page 90 for show information
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Free & Easy weekend dall.com
Sunday Times
The perfect post-lunch punch of fun and frivolity. A comedy cocktail of stand-up, impro and sketches. From Lenny Peters, Kate Smurthwaite, David Mulholland and guests. Catch these comedians for free whilst you still can. www.freefestival.co.uk
www.sarahken
“This is brilliant observational comedy... a female Seinfeld”
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The Stand Players return with their highly acclaimed lunchtime show. Great improvised comedy, superb food and absolutely free to get in. 'Very, very, laugh-outloud funny' Evening News. 'Funny and free, what more do you want?' Scotsman. Aug 4-5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:00 (1hr 40mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Free Fringe Breakfast Show PBH's Free Fringe
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Start the day the Free Fringe way.Various Free Fringe performers, celebrity guests and friends get warmed up for the performing day ahead. Different every day; almost anything can happen. Aug 5-25: 12:10 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Free Illegal Waste TV and Video = Radioshow John Barker
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
The free illegal waste TV and video = sketch show. An experimental student radio comedy show. Written and performed by John Barker and Buster Chaytor and others. Production by Dom O'Neill. Aug 26-27: 14:00 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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FREE: Kerplunsky and The Pope A Hoipolloi/New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich co-production
Wogans/PBH's Free Fringe
The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
Retired Vatican City cop Philip Kerplunsky delivers a lecture on his adventures with shit-kicking Pope Sixtus IV in 16th-century Renaissance Rome. With comical and musical support from The Wogans. Includes free Theme Tune Bingo. Aug 5-11: 16:45 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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The Free Mouseketeers - Free!
Electric Mouse Comedy/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover St • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Electric Mouse Comedy presents the best new comics on the circuit. Come and join us on an exciting journey featuring crazy tales, sharp gags, lots of laughs and free chocolate mice! 'Actually funny ... Bloody good value' Time Out. Aug 4-25: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Fresh Faces At The Free Fringe
Danny Worthington/Mersey Uncut Comedy Kollective/PBH's Free Fringe The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • Grid Ref: E1
12th-18th: Danny Worthington (Oy! Oy! nominee 2005) with 5+ of the newest comic acts each day. Stars of tomorrow? 19th-25th: The Mersey Uncut Comedy Kollective brings you Liverpool's best open mic stand-ups. www.muckcomedy.com
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Aug 12-25: 14:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Friggonometry - Free!
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Paul T. Eyres & Nathan Stokes/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson St • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Ever been utterly frigged off at trying to live up to the demands of being middle class? Using 'Friggonometry,' Eyres and Stokes show you how to transform the tedium and bluff your way to happiness. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 6-15: 15:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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From James Bond to Alexander Jeremy Engler
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Comedian Jeremy Engler's humorous tales from life working in the Film & Television industry. On-set stories, scandals and finding bizarre ways to keep yourself amused. All the bits not included in your DVD extras! www.satsuma-pumpkin.com Preview Aug 3-4: 13:00 (50mins) £5.50 (£4.00) Aug 6-11: 13:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£4.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The 'F' Show
Keara Murphy/PBH's Free Fringe The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • Grid Ref: E1
Fun and frolics with four of the f**king funniest Fringe favourites for f**k-all! Hosts: Keara Murphy ('She's Eddie Izzard with less make-up, more Glasgow' List) and Kate Smurthwaite ('Reminiscent of an excitable, irresponsible head girl' National Student). Aug 4-25: 11:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Funny Women at the Fringe
Funny Women - Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Ego, 14 Picardy Place • 0131 478 7434 • Grid Ref: C5
The best female stand-up at the Fringe. A hilarious fusion of established acts and brilliant new talent from five years of the celebrated Funny Women Awards. Not to be missed! 'Top comedy' Fringe Report. www.funnywomen.com Aug 4-14,16-18: 20:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Gary:Tank Commander
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Fresh from Channel 4's 'Funny Cuts,' Greg McHugh stars as 'Gary,' a tank commander. After this you'll never look at Iraq or politics in the same way. ***** 'Hilarious ... the comic creation of the year' Herald. Preview Aug 1-4: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Paul Kerensa Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Award-winning comedian/writer ('Not Going Out,' 'Dead Ringers'), plus guest comics: from Adam's figleaf to Joseph's dreamcoat, via Sodom's crotchless pants. First of sixtysix annual shows (next year, 'Exodus'). Contains some Phil Collins. **** Chortle. **** ThreeWeeks. 'Ingenious' Evening Standard. Aug 14-25: 13:40 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Gently Progressive Behemoth Luke Roberts and Nadia Kamil
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Gag-sodden edification raging from the belly of the beast? Yes! Yes what? Yes please! Stars of 'Staggered Spaces' - 'Stumbling across it in the midst of 1000 more heralded lesser things, it just felt brilliant' Daniel Kitson. Preview Aug 1-4: 13:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 13:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Geraldine Quinn - SEXDEATHBOWIE Gilded Balloon Productions
see page 84 for show information
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Three obsessions, life-forces, reasons to scream like a chimpanzee in public. Fierce, funny rock-cabaret star Quinn returns with new songs, a mighty voice and an agenda. Sold-out (Australia, 2006). 'Bound for untamed success' Age, Melbourne.
Preview Aug 1-4: 22:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20,22-23,27: 22:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Get Keith Carter Keith Carter
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Award-winner Keith Carter is coming North to sort things out. Explosive character comedy in a show directed by Henry Normal. 'Character comedian of rare skill' Guardian. 'Give this man a sitcom' Edinburgh Evening News. Preview Aug 1-3: 17:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Get Up Stand Up!
WMD Awareness Programme/Mirth Control The Three Tuns, 7 Hanover Street • 0131 225 8998 • Grid Ref: D4
We're back with our successful mix of brilliant wit and murky politics. Different line-up daily with best Festival comedians including Lucy Porter and Stewart Lee, live music, stunning short film and nuclear chat. And free chips!
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‘HIGHLY-POLISHED, EXUBERANT, PLAYFUL, TECHNICALLY FAULTLESS AND UTTERLY ENGAGING’ CHORTLE
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Girl and Dean
www.girlanddean.co.uk Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Hand-crafted sketch comedy with knitted props. Relying solely on Wikipedia for research, Girl and Dean consider (amongst other things) Victorian engineers, the undead, globalisation, spying, wooden spoon puppets and wagon wheels. Come along, it'll be nice. Preview Aug 1-3: 12:55 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 12:55 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:55 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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PLEASANCE TWO PLEASANCE COURTYARD
0131 556 6550 0131 226 0000 www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh
www.edfringe.com
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Glenn Wool - Promises Promises Glenn Wool
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
Everyone makes them, no-one keeps them. Wool will talk about them for an hour or will he? Total sell-out 2006. 'A complete joy to watch' ***** Skinnyfest. 'Glenn's the finest comedian in the UK' Doug Stanhope. www.myspace.com/glennwool
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 21:40 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Global Warning
Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Neil Turner ('a great act' Ed Balls) and Paul T. Eyres ('I wish I'd written that joke' Reg D. Hunter) provide an intelligent, no holds barred outlook on the world and its cultural failings. Cliche free. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 5,12,19: 12:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5-10,12-17,19-24: 19:35 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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GOD'S POTTERY SAVES THE WORLD! Olivia Wingate Artists
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Last year's Eddie Newcomer nominees are back, and this time Jeremiah and Gideon are ready to save all mankind. God help us all. 'Genius' **** Metro. 'Joyous' **** Independent. 'Heavenly' **** Times. www.godspottery.com
Preview Aug 2-4: 18:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-21,23,27: 18:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Goodbye - The (After) Life Of Cook And Moore The Disestablishment
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Darkly surreal comic play. Peter Cook and Dudley Moore in a bar, in Limbo, plus comedians from their life, confront their past and face their future in Heaven or Hell. Fringe First director.
Preview Aug 1-4: 17:45 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 17:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live and Gilded Balloon present
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The Good,The Bad and The Cuddly 'Ride Again' - FREE! Laughing Horse Free Festival
‘honest and intelligent standup’
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Three comedians for the price of none! Sion James saddles up after last year's sellout sensation, with two new pard'ners: hot stand-up talents Henry Paker and Neil Price. www.freefestival.co.uk
The Guardian
Aug 11-25: 16:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Gordon Southern - Stamp Stamp
CKP by arrangement with Lisa White at Glorious Talent Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Sell-out 2006: 'Fits so many punchlines into one show. A Masterclass in sustaining energy and laughter ... Not one of the bigger names at the festival but he is one of the funniest' Chortle.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 21:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Debating Hall Gilded Balloon Teviot Bristo Square 0131 668 1633 www.gildedballoon.co.uk 0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
see page 55 for show information
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The Great Big Comedy Picnic (Free) Ian Fox and Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
For the fifth year the picnic returns for the funniest dinner date on the Fringe. They'll be serving up everything from your ever-reliable sausage roll (in the aisles) to your more sophisticated comedy quiche. Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 20:35 (1hr 35mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Greedy
Unrestricted View
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
An antidote to seriousness. After their sell-out success in 2006, the Greedies are back with a brand new slick and sexy sketch show. 'A Triumph' Paramount Comedy (5 Stars). 'Destined to be a hit' ThreeWeeks (5 Stars). Preview Aug 2-3: 17:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 17:00 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:00 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Greg Fleet with Mick Moriarty in Fleetwood Mick Gilded Balloon Productions & Andrew Taylor Management Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
News minus Warnie and terror + Greg Fleet (*****Scotsman) + Mick Moriarty (*****Scotsman) = Satire + comic genius + one song about a girl with emphysema and a different beat poem nightly.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Growing Up Games Jude Simpson
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'Hilarious' Guardian. 'Her lines sparkle with wit and panache' Scotsman. Radio4 standup poet Jude Simpson applies her bard's eye view to grown-up life - and opting out. A Joyce Grenfell/Eminem hybrid who can't get a mortgage. www.judesimpson.co.uk
Preview Aug 1-3: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 12:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
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The Perrier-winning comedian returns to Edinburgh. 'As close as it gets to a guaranteed good show' Scotland On Sunday. 'Now is the time to grab this chance to see the great man at work' Guardian.
Preview Aug 3-4: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 22:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hamell OnTrial -TheTerrorism (Of Everyday Life) Festival Highlights
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
Edinburgh debut for the cult satirical American comic and singer-songwriter. 'Absolutely brilliant' ***** Uncut. 'Genius is a rare commodity - but here it is in a oneman folk-punk band' New York Post.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 18:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hannah Gadsby is Wrong and Broken Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
It is easy to see why she won Raw Comedy 2006 and was runner-up in 'So You Think You're Funny?': Hannah has perfect deadpan delivery of clever observations and personal deprecation.
A different show every night with a range of hosts with the most and starring the best comedians in the world! Sell out shows 2002-2006!
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Preview Aug 1-4: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Happy
lost dog theatre company
At Your House, Wherever you live • 07921 645517 • Grid Ref:
Happiness distilled into one hour. Part Lecture, part stand-up, part cod philosophy, but most of all you'll part happy. Stand-up live in your front room, what more could you want? Settle in, gather friends. Enjoy. Bookings 07921 645517. Preview Aug 1-3: Start times from 14:00 (50mins) £32.00 8-person basic rate Aug 4-19: Start times from 14:00 (50mins) £64.00 8-person basic rate 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Happy Hour in Guaranteed Laughs or your Monkey Back Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
New York's premiere physical comedy trio return with a show that's often dangerous, potentially intelligent, occasionally sexy and always unpredictable! 'Infectious madcap comedy' Scotsman. 'Seat-grippingly funny' Stage. 'Hilarious' NY Times. www.happyhourclowns.com
Preview Aug 1-4: 17:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 17:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hari Krishna and the Philosopher's Stoned Free Laughing Horse Free Festival: Karl Edrik
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Join Karl on his quest for enlightenment. Will he find Nirvana or Tantric sex and Honeybee brandy. No swearing but expect references to cocaine and bisexual hookers. His 2006 appearance - **** ThreeWeeks. Aug 4-25: 12:35 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Harley Breen
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Nothing is sacred growing up in the Bible Belt of Australia. Breen puts his talent for storytelling with his high-energy style of comedy to tell the story of growing up the 'son of a preacher man.' Amen.
Preview Aug 1-4: 22:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 22:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Harmon Leon - The Infiltrator Harmon Leon
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Called 'a cross between Michael Moore and South Park,' Harmon brings his multimedia extravaganza to bear on infiltrating places the sane dare not go. A smash hit at comedy festivals worldwide from National Lampoon's newest author. ***** List. Preview Aug 2-4: 18:30 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:30 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 7-9,14-16,21-23: 18:30 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hattie Hayridge Hattie Hayridge
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
'Her off 'Red Dwarf'' returns to the Fringe with a new stand-up show, about this, about that, and about time too. 'Right when it looks like she's about to kiss you, Hattie drops a tarantula down your pants' Time Out. Preview Aug 2-3: 19:55 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 19:55 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:55 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Headlights
Comedy & That/PBH's Free Fringe The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Why settle for the pedestrian? Rev your engine, turn up the headlights and mow the f***er down. Fast-paced and volatile sketch comedy from the University of Edinburgh team that swerves wildly between the endearing and the pitch black. www.comedyandthat.co.uk Aug 4-7,9-13,16-21,23-25: 14:25 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Hellfire Club - Free Kieran Leonard/PHB's Free Fringe
The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • Grid Ref: E1
Surrogate home to rakes and raconteurs. A comedy club, a theatre of the arts, a palace of debauch and, above all, a place to lie in the gutter but most definitely gaze upon the stars.
see page 59 for show information
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Look, look - no, not there, here! Meet and greet all new hit Holly Burn - she's doing a character comedy show - a bunch of extraordinary people in an ordinary world. 'Laugh-out loud comedy. Hilarious ... downright silly. Superb' Insidecomedy. www.hollyburn.org.uk
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hello Kittens
Andrew Wallace/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
LOOK AT ME, ANYBODY!
‘There are a lot of mysteries ‘He’s been one of my favourite in the world, but the greatest stand-ups for about ten years. is why Adam Bloom Bloom not only has meticulous, isn’t more famous’ brilliant lines, but also an intense BRUCE DESSAU, and fragile honesty’ EVENING STANDARD
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Larger than life - like nuclear war! But how? And why? The writer and star of BBC's 'Wonderworld' does a James Herriot on these questions in a new stand-up comedy show for free. Aug 6-25: 13:30 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Henry Rollins
Gilded Balloon Productions and Regular Music Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Rollins, the frenetic frontman for punk rock legends Black Flag, actor, author, philanthropist, businessman, Grammy Award-winner and tireless performer, brings his sharp-tongued spoken word to the Fringe. 'My optimism wears heavy boots and is loud' Henry Rollins. Aug 19-22: 23:15 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Heroes and Villains Guy Incognito
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
One sofa, two friends and one inappropriate fancy dress costume. 2006 hit doubleact return with a comedy about love, hate, fear, social ineptitude and the perfect pooh. 'Tremendously funny, another must see' David Mitchell, 'Peep Show.' Aug 1-3,20,27: 15:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance Dome 0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk
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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Middle East PBH's Free Fringe introducing Saif Abu-Kandil The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
Meet people on the never-ending journey: a bearded stranger, a bag, a strong American accent, yet is Arab origin, are the best things in life free? Aug 4-18,20-27: 19:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Honky and the Wog free stand up show Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Free stand-up show. Two award-winning comics in Maff Brown and Nathan Caton are hotly tipped for the top, come see why for free! Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 17:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Honky-Hating Heterophobic Manwhore Richard Coughlan
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Richard Coughlan's relentless energy is unleashed without prejudice through highspeed merciless comedy. His no-hold-barred routines cover Jesus, sexist women, EgoMANiacs, Masturbatarianistickyjizzology, touchy Muslims, gay-bashing, gods and terrorism. 'Hilarious' ThreeWeeks. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-14,17-26: 17:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 27: 17:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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House of Windsor
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
New show from breakthrough sketch group. 'Unmissable' **** List. 'A new kind of comedy' **** Broadway Baby. 'A truly unique new voice' Chortle. Critic's Choice (Times). Critics Choice (Scotland on Sunday). Writer's Guild nominee 2006.
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 17:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Howard & Mimi
Haverstock & Gold Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Haverstock and Gold - **** 'Hilarious. Highly entertaining' ThreeWeeks; 'Beautifully written, excellent performance' **** One4review - are back with a razor-sharp, feelgood play. When gullible Howard and sassy Mimi are forced to live together, they fight like cat and dog. www.howardandmimi.co.uk Preview Aug 1-4: 13:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 13:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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How To Pimp Your Kids And Shop For Free At Waitrose Matthew Collins
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Single-dad-on-the-edge Matthew Collins (ex-BBC TV's 'Travel Show') insists his kids pay their way. Enjoy candid child-rearing/travel confessions as he explains how you can make cash from YOUR kids. www.matthewcollins.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 18:05 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-26: 18:05 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live and Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Office: 0131 623 3030 www.assemblyfestival.com 6.05pm Box
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Award-winning stand-up Sean Hughes, is back to his very best form with his distinctly dark, explosive style and his quick-fire banter with the audience. 'Intelligent stand-up' Guardian; 'High-calibre comedy as it should be' **** Evening Standard. Aug 18-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£12.50) Aug 20-22: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Human Computer Will Adamsdale
Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, Forrest Rd • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
In this show I, amongst other things, turn into a computer. I don't know any other shows that have that. From 2004 Perrier-winner ('Jackson's Way') and 2006 Fringe First-winner ('The Receipt') ... this! Produced by Fuel. Preview Aug 1: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 2,7,11: 12:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 3,8,12: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4,9: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 5,10,15,21,26: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 14,19,25: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 16,22: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 17,23: 13:30 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 18,24: 16:00 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ian Fox - One Man Defective Story (Free) Ian Fox and Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Introducing the world's least respected detective. Follow-up show to last year's critically-acclaimed show, 'The Butterfly Effect.' 'Fascinating, funny and engaging' Scotsman. '... several divisions higher in the comedy league' www.chortle.co.uk. Aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 18:05 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ian Kendall's Magic Show Ian Kendall
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
'Disarming charm and excellent stage presentation ... Kendall instinctively understands that audience enjoyment is the key ingredient to any show - and he delivers it' Evening News. Yep, Ian's back. Superb. www.iankendall.com Aug 3-18: 20:50 (55mins) £8.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
From BBC2's 'Mock The Week' and Radio 5's 'Fighting Talk.' 'Seriously funny' Guardian. 'A rare treat' ***** Herald. 'Masterful exponent of self-mocking humour' Times. Expect disobedience, disruption, dissent, dispute and, of course, healthy disrespect. Preview Aug 2-3: 21:05 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 21:05 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:05 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
A stand-up comedy show about what makes us who we are. Join Irish comic Caimh McDonnell on a journey through his own wallet to discover what truly defines him. 'Outstanding' Telegraph; 'Superb' Metro. Aug 4-14,16-25: 19:45 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Idiots of Ants Pleasance
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
After a sell-out run on the London Fringe, the Idiots make their Festival debut. A sketch show that deals with the issues - BBC sports themes, Jesus' flatmates and a gay Emperor Penguin. www.idiotsofants.com
Preview Aug 1-3: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 18:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
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IF not COMedians
Rob Alderson, Nick Hodder & Tom Greeves - PBH's Free Fringe The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
Three dashing young comics giving their intelligent brand of humour away for free. Arguably they're not dashing and one isn't young. But they are up-and-coming and they promise they're not worthy or earnest. Huzzah! www.ifnotcomedians.com Aug 4-25: 15:35 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 60 for show information
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If Small Is Beautiful, Why Won't You F**k Me? Free!
Rebus McTaggart
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Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
An energetic and self-deprecating look at where Bobby Carroll has gone wrong as a lover by producing a sex survey that was sent out to all his ex-girlfriends. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-14,16-25: 13:10 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Pleasance Courtyard 4.45pm
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I Kissed a Frog and It Gave Me Herpes - Free Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
'They'll burn in the depths of Hell' Chastity Quarterly! 'No frog would kiss that!' Amphibians Against STDs! 'If you miss this you're an idiot. It's pure talent!' Auntie Pat. Aug 12-14,16-25: 12:00 (40mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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I'll Show You Mine - FREE SHOW
“Richard Thomson is sure to soon break free of the beat and into the national psyche” The List Best Breakthrough Act 2006
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Nicole Korkolis/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Stand-up comedian and 'Graham Norton Effect' writer Nicole Korkolis performs her first Edinburgh show. 'The face of an angel and the mind of a very wrong person. So funny' Norton. www.nicolekorkolis.com
Preview Aug 4: 17:40 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5-25: 17:40 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Edinburgh's resident improvised comedy institution is back after its sell-out 2006 run. Spontaneous scenes and sketches based entirely on audience suggestions. ***** ThreeWeeks (2006). **** List (2006). 'Improving the future of comedy' Edinburgh Evening News (2007). 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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‘Genius is a rare commodity but here it is in a one-man folk-punk band’ New York Post ‘Absolutely brilliant’ Uncut
The Improverts
Preview Aug 2-4,6-11,13-18,20-25: 00:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00)
The Terrorism (Of Everyday Life)
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Underbelly 18.00 www.hamellontrial.com see page 87,52 for show information
The Innuendo Show Up In Smoke Theatre Co
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
'The Innuendo Show,' sublimely silly, wonderfully witty and jovially juvenile.Three oneact plays offer mirth for the whole family. 'Cannibal Cafe,' 'Frau Grub' and 'Presidents New Clothes' will slake your thirst for a rip-roarious satire. Aug 13-18,20-27: 19:10 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Insomnobabble
Big Wow in Association with Richard Jordan Productions Ltd
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
The 2006 runaway comedy hit. Back for six performances only! 'Top-Ten Best-selling show' Scotsman. Winner of Best New Comedy Play. 'Wonderfully uplifting, inventive and hilarious' Stage. Mind-bending, head-twisting, full-frontal comic assault about one man and his inability to sleep. 'Go see!' ThreeWeeks. Aug 20-22: 23:15 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 23-26: 23:15 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Instant Sunshine - Floating in the Blue Instant Sunshine
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Sunshine returns to the Fringe with a hilarious cocktail of music and humour, singing and playing their brilliantly crafted songs. A delightful mix of self-parody and acute observation - timeless, irresistible and very funny. Aug 19-25: 14:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Intelligence Bill Bruce
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
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Take a pinch of cleverness, add a soupçon of wit and sprinkle generously with laughter.Voila, you're pretentious! And this is the show pour vous. High-definition comedy downloaded right into your face. 'Massively talented. Breathtakingly good' **** Chortle. Aug 4-25: 21:10 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Intelligent Finance Comedy Awards Shows Intelligent Finance Comedy Awards
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
The winner and nominees of the UK's No.1 comedy award, the if.comeddies, on one fabulous bill! This outstanding comedy show brings tomorrow's big stars to you today. Book early. Every year a sell-out ! Aug 26-27: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £14.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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International Stand-Up
Matt Rudge, Nick Rado and Richard Brophy with The Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Free!! Three rising comics from around the globe present stand-up comedy at its finest. Nick Rado (New Zealand) Richard Brophy (Australia) and Matt Rudge (UK). Sony Award nominee, Comedian of the Year nominee and Laughing Horse finalist! Aug 5-10,12-17,19-24,26-27: 21:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Isabel Fay: Altar Ego Isabel Fay
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
Isabel will take you up the aisle with a trio of darling characters - well, one's a bit of a tit, actually. 'Fay gives a barnstorming performance of her own superbly crafted script ... Pure Magic!' **** Chortle. Aug 5-12,14-26: 16:45 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Is Dick Cheney Evil?
Brian Longwell - Laughing Horse Free Fringe Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Brian Longwell returns to the Fringe with his objective presentation 'Is Dick Cheney Evil?' with hopes to explain the American political system.
see page 34 for show information
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Ismo Leikola - Rogue State Finland - Free Ismo Leikola/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Truly thinking and very funny comic from the inland of Finland has fought his way here. A unique perspective? Yes indeed. Audience Favourite Award 2005 and 2006 at Scandinavia's biggest comedy festival. www.ismoleikola.com Aug 4-25:  15:20 (30mins)  (Free Non-ticketed)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Is Your Mobile On? Joe Cassels
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Have you found the 'any' key? RU CNFSD BY TXT? Joe Cassels explores the absurdity of our technological world. Gasp at his awesome ZX81 and marvel at his inability to use his own mobile phone. www.mobileon.co.uk
Preview Aug 3-4:  12:00 (1hr)  £3.00  Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25,27:  12:00 (1hr)  £7.00 (£5.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Isy Suttie - Love Lost in the British Retail Industry Isy Suttie
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Isy Suttie's 'hilarious songs and stories' (Time Out) about shelf-stackers and checkout girls, dreams and heartbreak. Alan Bennett with an electric guitar. 'Hypnotic: blending hilarity, lyrical brilliance and pathos' Chortle.co.uk Aug 1-4:  15:30 (1hr)  £5.00  Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27:  15:30 (1hr)  £8.50 (£7.00)  Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26:  15:30 (1hr)  £9.50 (£8.00)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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It Started With A Quiz - FREE Andy White/Laughing Horse Free Festival see page 40 for show information
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Andy White won a Weakest Link comedians' special and spent his winnings getting married. Find out how in a show with love, laughs and trivia. Caution: may contain traces of geekery. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-25:  18:55 (1hr)  (Free Non-ticketed)  29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ivan Brackenbury's Hospital Radio Roadshow CKP by arrangement with Ashley Boroda
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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Jackie Loeb - Things I can't talk about EdCom7
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 668 1633 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: F5
In a world drowning in conservatism, Jackie Loeb talks about things that should not be talked about. Race, religion, carbohydrates, same-sex relationships, opposite-sex relationships and the truth about climate change.
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Jaik Campbell: L-L-Lost for Words - My Life with a Stutter - Free Stuttering Productions/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 225 2022 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: C4
Winner of the BSA writing award and ITV's 'Stand-Up-Britain' finalist, Jaik explores his life and stutter. 'Genuine pathos' Scotsman. 'Sharp wit. Smart one-liners' Evening Standard. 'Original gags' List. www.jaikcampbell.com Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4-12,14-25:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;16:05â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(55mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(Freeâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Non-ticketed)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
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James Dowdeswell - Wine Little Red Delicious
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
James ('Extras,' BBC2) throws a banana skin under the pretentious world of wine, cracks its secrets and offers it back to the people. 'Intelligent and inventive' List. 'A real master of the comedian's craft' Chortle. www.myspace.com/jamesdowdeswell Preview Aug 2-3: 19:05 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 19:05 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:05 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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James Sherwood's Somewhat Premature Review of 2007 James Sherwood
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
After 2006's sell-out show ('Brilliantly conceived, very funny ... phenomenal stage presence' Scotsman), Sherwood turns his writing talents ('Private Eye', 'Mock the Week,' 'Now Show') to a topical stand-up show. 'Savage satire' Sunday Times. www.sherwoodcomedy.com Preview Aug 3-4: 17:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-12,14-19,21-26: 17:45 (50mins) £6.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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JANEY GODLEY'S CHAT SHOW JANEY GODLEY
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
'Scotland's funniest woman' Scotsman. The award-winning comedienne and bestselling author knows everyone from the gutter to the Groucho; her chat show will feature top comedians, celebrities and gossip. Big names, big laughs, different guests daily. www.janeygodley.co.uk/fringe2007 Preview Aug 2-4: 17:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 17:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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JANEY GODLEY - TELL IT LIKE IT IS! JANEY GODLEY
JohnBishop 117x92 Fringe07
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
'The most outspoken female stand-up in Britain' Telegraph. Mouthy, opinionated, unstoppable. 'The female Billy Connolly' Independent. 'Truly inspired ... not afraid to say the virtually unsayable ... The Godmother of Scottish comedy' Scotsman. www.janeygodley.co.uk/fringe2007
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
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Janice Phayre: With Occasional Showers
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Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
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A wildly inaccurate portrayal of life on Mars. 'A force to be reckoned with' Chortle. 'Little Irish Fireball' Beat Oz. 'The moment Janice walked onstage as an otter, she could do no wrong' Scotsman. Preview Aug 3-4: 18:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 5-12,14-27: 18:45 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jarlath Regan - Nobody Knows ... Jarlath Regan EdCom7
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The award-winning new face of Irish comedy makes his hugely anticipated Fringe debut. An hour of delightful comedy from the brain of the best Irish comedian you've never heard of. Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 16:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Jarred Christmas:The Hero Show
TOTAL SELL OUT 2004/05
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Jarred Christmas is back with a fun-fuelled gigglefest about heroics. With a little bit of history and a little bit of filth. 'Likeable, intelligent and full of unpredictable energy' Scotsman 2006.**** Sunday Herald 2006. Preview Aug 1-3: 19:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 19:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
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‘A COMIC REVOLUTIONARY’ THE INDEPENDENT
www.johnbishoponline.com
11PM 1~27 AUG (EXCEPT 13)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD 0131 556 6550 www.edfringe.com
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Jason Byrne: Shy Pigs, With Wigs, Hidden In The Twigs
Jesus:The Guantanamo Years Abie
Jason Byrne
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Guaranteed laughs in a brand new show which will rip you apart like a tornado. But in a funny way. 'Frankly hilarious' Scotsman 'Effortlessly masterful' Edinburgh Evening News.
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22: 20:40 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-25: 20:40 (1hr) £14.50 (£13.50) Aug 26: 21:30 (1hr) £14.50 (£13.50) Aug 27: 21:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
'I loved this show so much we had a meeting' Channel 4. All channels welcome. Please bring contract on the day as this will save time and hassle!
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Jason Cook: My Confessions The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
The Devil makes work for idle hands. Thankfully, Jason has taken up your share. A collection of true stories covering shame, love, death and redemption. 'Top comic' Metro. 'A great comedy mind' BBC. Preview Aug 2: 18:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 3: 15:05 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 4-12,14-26: 14:55 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
Jason John Whitehead - PRETENDING TO BE RETARDED IS IMPOLITE! ...and other revelations www.jjwhiteheadthecomic.com
Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room,The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E5
The Award-winning Canadian comic returns. 'Entertaining and witty, his mix of straight-to-audience chat and indignant ranting makes him one of the most genuine comedic talents on show' Independent. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A two-week only, strictly kosher comedy deal: admission free, gentiles half-price. 'Crackling one-liners' Scotsman. 'Profound but also terribly funny' Guardian. 'Ivor's so funny it hurts' Evening Standard. 'Laugh? I nearly converted' Crucifixion Times. www.thinkbeforeyoulaugh.com Aug 4-18: 19:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ovation
Venue 150 at EICC,The Exchange • 0870 4000 886 • Grid Ref: F2
He's back - the legendary host of 'Bullseye' and star of 'The Comedians' in a show crammed with riotous tales of life behind the dartboard. For two nights only - Super! Smashing! Great! 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Jim Bowes: Complaining Team Productions
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Mild-mannered and amiable, Jim was not one to complain until last year's Festival. No longer a pressure cooker of quiet annoyance, a newly liberated Bowes explores the art of the polite complaint. 'Very funny' bbc.co.uk. www.jimbowes.com Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 20:15 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:15 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:15 (45mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jim Jeffries - 30
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Jason Manford
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Perrier nominee 2005. Star of Channel 4's '8 Out of 10 Cats' and XFM. **** 'Deserves a cult following' Scotsman. 'Still very funny' Peter Kay. 'Engaging and witty' Sunday Times. 'A true master of observational comedy' BBC.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 21:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jay Foreman - 20 Songs for Free
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Fresh from causing a considerable stir on YouTube and MySpace, Jay Foreman now comes to Edinburgh with his popular, quirky, sometimes dark and quintessentially British spin on the comedy song. Free Show! www.jayforeman.co.uk Aug 4-25: 12:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
The diabolically gifted Aussie stand-up returns. Sell-out 2004 and 2006. Contains jokes, swearing, and sensitive bits to impress the ladies. 'Appallingly funny - you just want to see Jeffries over and over again' **** Scotsman. www.jim-jeffries.com Preview Aug 2-4: 21:50 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:50 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:55 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jimmy Carr - Repeat Offender
Childoftv Productions/Laughing Horse Free Festival
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Jewish Comedy - Free at Last
Aug 16-17: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£12.00) World premiere
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Jim Bowen - You Can't Beat a Bit of Bully
The Stand Comedy Club
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Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Jason Byrne
Aug 10-12,16-19,23-26: 15:00 (1hr) £8.00
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JASON BYRNE'S TELLY IDEA WHICH MAY ALSO WORK ON THE RADIO SHOW!
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Jesus Christ returns to earth, but doesn't get past US immigration: he's a bearded, Middle-Eastern guy, prepared to die as a martyr. 2006 sell-out. 'Deserves a comic sainthood' Stage; 'Miraculous'. ***** National Student. www.myspace.com/abielaughs
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Chambers Management
Venue 150 at EICC,The Exchange • 0870 4000 886 • Grid Ref: F2
2006 British Comedy Award-Winner and host of C4's hit show '8/10 Cats,' Jimmy returns to Edinburgh to kick off his brand new tour, 'Repeat Offender.' Book early to avoid disappointment (or, alternatively, lower your expectations). Aug 16-19,23-26: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £14.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Jerry Sadowitz - Comedian, Magician, Psychopath
Jimmy Tingle For President
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Back again, purely to embarrass the industry and the comics who rampantly plagiarise from him ... 'Funniest comedian in the country' Guardian. 'Phenomenal sleight of hand' Times. 'The most exciting show in town!' Metro.
Comedian and '60 Minutes' commentator Jimmy Tingle takes on the status quo of American politics with fresh, irreverent and insightful wit as he tosses his hat into the democratic frenzy of the 2008 American Presidential campaign.
Jerry Sadowitz
Assembly
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:50 (1hr) £8.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 20:50 (1hr) £12.50 Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:50 (1hr) £14.50
Preview Aug 3-4: 13:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 13:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 13:40 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00)
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Jimmy Tingle's American Dream Assembly and directed by Larry Arrick
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
“Off the wall and absolutely hilarious”
In his own unique style, comedian and former '60 Minutes' commentator, Jimmy Tingle, weaves comedy, politics, commentary and storytelling into the fabric of the American experience to produce an hilarious, topical and thought-provoking evening of theatre.
Preview Aug 2-4: 22:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 22:00 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 22:00 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Joanna Neary's Little Moments Show + Tell Productions
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
An infinity of quick-fire characters and mischief squeezed into the tiny frame of Perrier Newcomer-nominated star of BBC2's 'Ideal.' 'Gloriously different, sublimely funny' Standard. 'One-woman Fast Show' Guardian. 'Funniest thing in Edinburgh' Times. ***** ThreeWeeks.
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23: 16:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jo Caulfield Goes To Hell Jo Caulfield
Award-winning comedian with devilishly outrageous show. Razor-sharp observations and scandalous one-liners. 'Regularly brings audiences to their knees with laughter' Evening Standard. 'Wonderfully bitchy' Observer. 'Beautifully timed material' Independent. 'Compulsive viewing' Scotsman.
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Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Preview Aug 2-4: 19:30 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22,27: 19:30 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:30 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50)
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Jo Coffey: My Dad's Caravan is Rubbish ... Jo Coffey
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
Stand-up, storytelling and the odd song from the circuit's third smallest comedian. '... light-hearted wit' Chortle. '... nostalgic and funny' BBC. Aug 12-26: 14:45 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jody Kamali: Backpacker Jody Kamali
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Travellers. Hostel. Israelis. Stories. Adventure. Hammocks. 'Lonely Planet.' Aussies. Cold showers. Dorms. Sex. Mosquitos. Latin America. Jody Kamali - one man, five characters. 'Ridiculously fun' ThreeWeeks. 'Fantastic character comedy' MTV. 'Very funny' Fringe Report. Preview Aug 2-3: 19:50 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-12,14-26: 19:50 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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John Bishop: Shove Your Job Up Your Arse John Bishop
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Would you leave a successful career to try and make people laugh for a living? John did. Find out why he said what everyone wants to sometimes say. 'A comic revolutionary' Independent.
Preview Aug 1-4: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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John Gordillo: Free John Gordillo
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Funny things said aloud by 'one of our finest stand-ups' (London Evening Standard). 'Inspired' Edinburgh Evening News. 'A refreshing performer with a canon of intelligent, provocative material' Chortle. New non-drowsy formula. www.freefestival.com Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 17:00 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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John Hegley: Letters to an Earwig Jonh Hegley
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Includes spoken worms, song and poems about humans and glove. Settings: Paris, New York and Luton. 'Delightfully inventive' Guardian. 'Genuinely funny' Poetry Review. 'Awesomely mundane' some paper. Aug 8-9,13-16,21-23,27: 13:00 (1hr 5mins) £10.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (1hr 5mins) £11.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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THE JOHNNY FOREIGNER COMEDY SHOW Various International Stand-Ups/PBH's Free Fringe The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
People all over the world laugh at different things and at the same things too. Isn't that funny? Four foreign stand-up comics explore this mystical irony (well three, the American doesn't understand irony). Aug 4-25: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Johnny Miller presents ... Mike Gilhooly & Rich Luke Johnny Miller presents ...
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Smash-hit double-act Mike and Rich desperately attempt to perform the show they've rehearsed, but are ambushed by their own characters hellbent on stealing their limelight, from miming clowns to a bad-ass sock-puppet cop. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 19:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4,6-7,9-10,14-17,21-24: 19:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 19:00 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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JOKES, STORIES AND A DIFFERENT GUEST EVERY NIGHT (FREE) Matt Price/PBH's Free Fringe see page 102 for show information
The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
A free comedy kickabout that does what it says on the tin. Featuring Matt Price - 'a great storyteller' Leicester Mercury; 'has extraordinary tales to tell' Scotsman. Plus guests. Aug 4-25: 21:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jon Richardson: Spatula Pad Jon Richardson
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
In his eagerly anticipated debut show, the BBC6 music favourite unleashes the comedy of his obsessive compulsions. Discover the wonder of tessellation and reject promiscuity for home-cooking. 'Faultless throughout' bbc.co.uk. 'He rocked' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-4: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Just a minute BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Chaired by Nicholas Parsons, witty and loquacious panellists try to speak for 60 seconds without hesitation, repetition or deviation. Find out why this show has been attracting the best comedians for over 35 years. Aug 14: 12:15 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 14: 14:15 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Justin Moorhouse - Who's the Daddy? Justin Moorhouse
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
His tiger face on 'Phoenix Nights,' an award-winning radio show and sell-out tours have already made him a household name in the North of England. Don't miss this 'Brilliant entertainer' (Stage) making his Edinburgh debut.
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:45 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:45 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Just Like Brian Wilson Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A genius? A crackpot? Maybe both. Brian Wilson is Gene's idol. He knows every song. Now, he can't get out of bed and has a therapist who has started to call him Wilson ...
Preview Aug 1-4: 00:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 00:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Just so Ever Slightly Just so Ever Slightly
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
This teenage double-act's hilarious third Fringe helping welcomes you to the future of sketch comedy: an eclectic mixture of transvestites, royalty and NEDs.You know, everyday stuff. 'Natural comedy talent' ThreeWeeks. Aug 6-11: 15:30 (40mins) £4.00 Aug 20-25: 21:30 (40mins) £4.00
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Kama Sutra: From India With Love - FREE Papa CJ
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Reviewed as the 'Indian Chris Rock,' Papa CJ's cutting-edge comedy and social commentary represents the rising voice of a billion people - fresh and entertaining with a sly sting in the tail! Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 18:10 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Karen Dunbar
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Rose d'Or nominee comedienne Karen Dunbar returns to the Gilded Balloon with an all-new stand-up show. The TV diva in the live arena is a sight not to miss. Better felt than telt!
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:30 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 5-6,10-12,17: 20:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 7-9,13-16: 20:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Kate McLennan - The Debutante Diaries Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Barry Award nominee 2007 Melbourne Comedy Festival. Winner 'Best Comedy' and 'Best Newcomer' 2006 Melbourne Fringe. A 'Mean Girls' meets 'Carrie' comedy. 'Really hysterical' Beat. 'A winner ... a very big talent' Age.
Preview Aug 1-4: 17:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 17:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Keara Murphy: Little Love Affairs Keara Murphy/PBH's Free Fringe
The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Expressive character-comedy. Total sell-out Glasgow Comedy Festival 2007. 'Exudes Glaswegian charm' Scotsman. 'Effective and talented: her motormouth delivery makes Ben Elton look like Stephen Hawking' Chortle. 'Comic genius' List. 'Outstanding impersonations' Evening News. www.freefringe.org Aug 4-12,14-25: 19:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kim Hope - It's About Time Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A show about time. Managing it. Wasting it. Saving it in a bottle. Spending an hour of it talking about it. 'Phenomenal stage charisma: an hour in her effortless good company simply zings by' Chortle.co.uk
Preview Aug 1-4: 20:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kirsten O'Brien - Confessions of a Children's TV Presenter Kirsten O'Brien
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Kirsten does kids telly. She's done it for 11 years. She's got stories. Ridiculous ones. She wants to tell them to you. But don't bring your kids - they'll get upset.
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 14:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kissing Cousins Kissing Cousins
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Catch this cosy caravan tour riding out on Britain's lonesome highways, hitching up in a town near you. Hear inspirational stories of love reborn, hurt mended and betrayal reveng'd through the redemptive honky tonkin' power of country music! Aug 13-14: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Daniel Kitson
The Stand Comedy Club The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Daniel's definitely doing something. He's not certain what yet. It could be solo standup, messing with others, or a story thing. It's ages away really. Probably best to call nearer the time and find out what he decided. Aug 5-9,12-16,19-23,26: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kit & The Widow: A few new songs and lots of free parking Kit & The Widow
Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
Sod the carbon footprint. Mirror, signal, manoeuvre. Tabloid, toothpaste, Salisbury Plain. Fringe veterans with random association and a piano. Non-drivers welcome. 'Achingly funny' Times. 'Unmissable' Time Out. Aug 15-16,20-21,23: 19:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 17,24: 18:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 17,24: 20:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 18-19,22,25: 14:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 18,25: 19:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 26: 16:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Kitty Flanagan - A Festival of Me Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Stand-up. Film. Music. The stand-up is funny. The short film has won awards. The music is an anthem, inspiring young girls around the world to put their underpants back on. 'Brilliant.'
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Komic Kaos Kabaret - Free! In it for the money - PBH Free Fringe
The Phoenix, 46 Broughton Street • Grid Ref: B5
A pick and mix of fresh and matured contemporary variety artists will whore their art and flash their souls for your pleasure, amusement and small change. www.hourspace.co.uk Aug 4-25: 22:20 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Kristen Schaal As You've Probably Never Seen Her Before Assembly in Association With Olivia Wingate
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
USA cult favourite Kristen fuses dark and whimsical comedy for her Edinburgh debut. Winner, HBO's Best Alternative Comic Award. 'Schaal delivers some of the best performances in the city' Time Out.
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-22,27: 20:45 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:45 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bea Holland and Samantha Sanns Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Join Samantha and Bea for your daily dose of mirth, mockery and media whoring. Flick through their magazine-style mayhem, snigger at their savage celebrity slatings and revel in their wry, random raucous comedy and song.
Preview Aug 1-4: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 19:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Lad to Dad Lindsay Webb
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Hot off the back of a **** debut with 'Foolosophy.' Lindsay returns with frank, honest and open observations of the modern challenges for the Lads of the world to become Dads. 'First class Aussie humour with a fresh twist' List. Aug 5-13,15-20,22-27: 17:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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LATE & FREE @ HILLSIDE Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Nik Coppin, Dizzy High, Jane Hill and Paul Ricketts. Four great comics - four disparate haircuts - plus a nightly special guest in a show that's utterly funny, fairly late, thrillingly live and totally free. More info: www.myspace.com/lateandfree Aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-27: 22:30 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Late Night Lounge with Reggie Watts
1ST - 27TH AUG (NOT 13) PLEASANCE 0131 556 6550
The Green Room
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Chill at the late-night comedy after-party with a musician's soul. Malcolm Hardee and Andy Kaufman Award-winner Reggie Watts takes you to a place where pleasure prevails. Preview Aug 2-4: 01:00 (2hrs) £7.00 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 01:00 (2hrs) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 01:00 (2hrs) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Book online www.edfringe.com and www.pleasance.co.uk www.myspace.com/danclarkcomedy
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Late 'n' Live
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The late-night Festival favourite with the pick of the best comics from the Fringe and the most irresistible live bands. 'The best late night hang out' Independent. 'The inplace for the comedy crowd' Scotsman. Preview Aug 3-4: 01:00 (4hrs) £10.00 Aug 5-6: 01:00 (4hrs) £10.00 Aug 7-9,13-16,20-23: 01:00 (4hrs) £12.50 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 01:00 (4hrs) £15.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Late Show
Underbelly Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The biggest comedy names in the most intimate of spaces. Top comedy bills that you don't have to share with hundreds of other people. See www.underbelly.co.uk for daily line-ups. Aug 3-5,9,12,16,19,23,26: 00:40 (2hrs 30mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 00:40 (2hrs 30mins) £12.50 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Late Starters - FREE
Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson St • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Stand-up comedy from Suzy Bennett (Winner, Funny Women 2006; Finalist, Jimmy Carr's 'Comedy Idol'), Andrew Watts ('Moments of observational genius' ThreeWeeks; Finalist, SYTYF) and Rosie Wilby (Finalist, Funny Women; 'Hilarious from start to finish' www.insidecomedy.co.uk). www.myspace.com/latestarterscomedy Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 00:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse Free Comedy Selection Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
A fantastic selection of stand-up comedy talent from across the Fringe Festival, Scotland and around the world. Different line-ups every night. All for free! Cheap drink. Late bar! Great atmosphere! Sell-out Fringe 2004/2005/2006. www.laughinghorsefringe.co.uk Aug 4-14,16-25: 22:00 (2hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 26-31: 21:00 (2hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Sep 1: 20:30 (2hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Laughing Horse Free Festival Selection Laughing Horse Free Festival @ Smirnoff Underbelly
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A succulent smorgasbord of top comedians every lunchtime, selected from across the Fringe ... Live and free every day at the Underbelly. Different performers every day! Big laughs! All for free! 'Choice Comedy' ThreeWeeks. www.laughinghorsefringe.co.uk Aug 2-26: 13:40 (55mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse Free Late Night Comedy Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
It's late ... It's live ... It's free! The best in late-night comedy, with an ever-changing lineup of comedians from across the Fringe ... Edinburgh's most intimate late-night show. And it's free! Sell-out Fringe 2006. www.laughinghorsefringe.co.uk Aug 4-25: 01:05 (1hr 55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughing Horse Free Pick of the Fringe Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Top comedians from across the Fringe ... Competition winners ... The best new talent. Different line-ups every night. Absolutely the best way to see great Fringe comedy - And it's free! Sell-out Fringe 2004/2005/2006. www.laughinghorsefringe.co.uk Aug 4-25: 19:40 (1hr 15mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Laughter at Lunchtime
Bryan Lacey and Lucy Jagger/PBH's Free Fringe The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
Bryan Lacey, a Yorkshire lad with a warped perspective who, if you dare to join, will guide you through his world! Lucy Jagger delivers twisted tales as well as observational stand-up. Aug 5-25: 13:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Lawrence Leung Learns To Breakdance Australian Comedy Management
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Lawrence ('Sucker,' 'Secret Society Show') is on a quest to be cooler than his older, bass-guitar-playing brother. Sell-out Melbourne Comedy Festival. 'The pace never slackens, the laughter is frequent and the content is beautifully timed' Age.
Preview Aug 2-4: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 21:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 21:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Leeds Tealights Comedy Revue The Leeds Tealights
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Intelligent satire to outrageous slapstick in a show proudly defined by its comic diversity.You'd be hard-pushed not to enjoy the Leeds Tealights' fresh take on sketch comedy.
Preview Aug 2-3: 14:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 14:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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lee ness PresenTs 'luncH Time bufTy!' Lee Ness
Holyrood Too @ faith, 207 cowgate • 0131 2259764 • grid ref: e5
'Seething with misanthropy. As slick as you'll see in the country!' List. 'Don't expect Graham Norton. He's as camp as Mel Gibson. Hilarious!' Scotsman. 'You're an entertainer' Johnny Vegas. Aug 12-26: 12:45 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00) (£2.00 U)
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liAm mullone's HeAlTH + sAfeTy Liam Mullone
Pleasance courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
Long-awaited debut from Times obituarist, ex-gravedigger and circuit maverick. Don't fear death. Love life. Smoke menthol. Distrust hedgehogs. 'Mullone will hit the bigtime' Evening Standard. 'Brilliant - a tour de force' John Pidgeon, BBC Radio. Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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liAm sPeirs AnD benny booT, frying free Liam Speirs and Benny Boot/Laughing Horse Free Festival
laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside crescent • 0131 556 9332 • grid ref: c6
Liam Speirs delivers daft, childish, fun gags with colourful observations and anecdotes. Benny Boot delivers jokes. Set-up, punchline, pauses for laughter and repeats this formula for 25 minutes. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-25: 12:05 (25mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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liAne ross sTrAigHT To THe PoinT Liane Ross-Laughing Horse Free Festival
laughing Horse @ edinburgh city football club, 7 baxter's Place, leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • grid ref: c6
An hilarious hour, with the sassy Liane Ross. She's sharp and blunt, which wouldn't be possible if she were a pencil. Frank is her middle name and she's not shy about dishing it out.
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life cHAnging comeDy - free Mowten/Laughing Horse Free Festival
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
OFF THE KERB PRODUCTIONS UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover street • 0131 225 2022 • grid ref: c4
★★★★★ ★★★★★ HERALD
CHORTLE
Terms and conditions apply, lives can go down as well as up. Learn from a man who had it all, lost it all and is desperately trying to get it all back. Happiness subject to availability. Aug 4-12,14-25: 18:30 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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life, love AnD Tumours - free Kenneth Bulger
laughing Horse @ linsay's, 15 brunswick street • 0131 556 8974 • grid ref: b6
Cancer; forbidden territory for any comedian, surely? How can malignancy be funny? It can, trust me. A story of survival, tantrums and bad hats!
★★★★★ ★★★★★
Aug 12-18: 18:45 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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ligHT, sHADe, lemonADe Howard Read
Just the Tonic @ The caves, 253 cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • grid ref: e5
Out-sized Perrier nominee forces himself to write some rude jokes, but doesn't approve. 'Surreal Genius' List. Star of Paramount's 'The World Stands Up,' ITV2's 'Comedy Cuts,' R4's forthcoming 'Peacefully In Their Sleeps.' Disclaimer: contains no lemonade. Preview Aug 3-4: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-10,12-26: 21:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00)
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www.offthekerb.co.uk
DIRECTED BY ROHAN ACHARYA & MATT HOLT
KING DOME 8.30PM PLEASANCE 0131 556 6550
1-26 AUGUST
www.pleasance.co.uk
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The Stand Comedy Club
The stand comedy club ii, 16 north st Andrew st • 0131 558 7272 • grid ref: c5
Following his hugely successful 'World of Glasgow' podcast and record-breaking sellout shows at the city's comedy festival, internet phenomenon Limmy (Limmy.com) presents his madcap mix of surreal sketches and daft videos. 'Brilliant imagination' Times. 'Thanks Limmy' Franz Ferdinand. Preview Aug 1: 20:55 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 2: 17:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 4-12,14-26: 16:05 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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liZ benTley: i've only goT myself To blAme LIZ BENTLEY
Just the Tonic @ The caves, 253 cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • grid ref: e5
Welcome to Liz's Universe of ukulele, Casio keyboard and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Distortion. Therapist by day. Client by night. Performer at noon. 'Definitely one of my Fringe highlights' ***** ThreeWeeks. www.lizbentley.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 12:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£3.00) Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 12:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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seAn locK Sean Lock
Pleasance courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
Ahead of his national tour the star of '8 Out Of 10 Cats' & '15 Storey's High', test drives a load of new jokes in a limited Edinburgh run. 'Criminally funny' Scotland On Sunday. 'Punchy, inventive, superb' Times. Preview Aug 2: 20:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-9: 20:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) Aug 10-12: 20:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50)
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THe lonDon unDergrounD song (AnD even more bAllADs) Amateur Transplants
medina & negociants, 45-47 lothian street • 0131 225 6313 • grid ref: f5
An unsettling evening of songs by Dr Adam Kay - physician, musician and Internet demi-god. 'Wonderful ... The best comedy songs out there' Chortle. 'Extremely funny' Telegraph. 'Cult hit' Times. Unsuitable for elderly relatives. Aug 11-13,15-18: 19:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£5.00) Aug 11-13,15-18: 21:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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loose enDs BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
see page 95 for show information
BBC Radio 4's 'Loose Ends' returns to the Grand! Come join us to hear a mix of live music, stand-up comedy and conversation. Aug 18: 11:00 (45mins) (FreeTicketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Tommy Mack and Friends/Laughing Horse Free Festival
laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside crescent • 0131 556 9332 • grid ref: c6
Childish fantasy meets near-autistic obsession with Rock'n'roll mythology and scant regard for libel laws: cartoonish pop-star caricatures propel an epic tale of murder, vengeance and - who knows - maybe even a song or two. www.freefestival.co.uk Aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 15:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THe losT TAPes of Tom bell Tom Bell/PBH's Free Fringe
The White Horse, 266 cannongate • grid ref: D6
Age 7, Tom Bell recorded his innermost thoughts. Now 26, and still talking to himself, he presents a series of interviews with these tapes. Heart-warming comedy with toast and prizes. 'Brilliantly silly' Metro. www.tombell.org Aug 4-6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 13:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THe lucKy 13 sHoW Vince Fluke
The green room, 37 guthrie street • 0131 220 0885 • grid ref: e5
Excitement builds as the 2nd half of this Fringe begins with 'Lucky 13', a multimedia comedy event that climaxes the first half of the Festival with video and live performances by stand-out stand-up stars. Aug 13: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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lucy PorTer's love-in Lucy Porter
Pleasance courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
Lucy's festival shows have been sell-out hits every year since 2003. This is indisputably her best show yet. 'Intelligent and savvy' Edinburgh Evening News. 'Guaranteed to be a feel-good hour' Scotsman. Book Early!
see page 89 for show information
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:50 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 19:50 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:50 (1hr) £13.50 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Luke Wright, Poet & Man
Maeve Higgins: My News
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Slick wit and poignant bits as the acerbic word-slinger comes of age. 'A very good poet indeed.' Guardian. 'Dark, hilarious and tender poems.' Evening Standard. **** Metro. **** List. **** Scotsman. **** Chortle . ***** Herald.
'Haha Yum' was delicious, but Lilly is busy painting and the funnies are pretty sweet on their own. Come hear my news, it's true and good! 'Delightful ... quietly wonderful' **** Chortle. Maeve stars in RTE's 'Naked Camera'.
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Luke Wright
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 17:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 17:10 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
Dr Roberts' Magic Bus, Middle Meadows Walk,The Meadows • 07790 235 963 • Grid Ref: G5
Rising poetry superstar throws free two-day party. Top poetic entertainment featuring John Hegley, Murray Lachlan Young, Lemn Sissay, Francesca Beard, Martin Newell, Aisle16, Roddy Lumsden, Tim Turnbull, Kat Francois and many more. www.easttoedinburgh.co.uk
Aug 11-12: 12:00 (12hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 13:00 (11hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 14:00 (10hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 15:00 (9hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 16:00 (8hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 17:00 (7hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 18:00 (6hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 19:00 (5hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 20:00 (4hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 21:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 22:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 11-12: 23:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Are all Greeks homosexuals? Are Greek women really hairy? Is there any word in English, not Greek? Were there 300 Spartans? Where does concrete come from? Manos gives definite answers. A Greek Borat? You decide. www.myspace.com/mrpaparopoulos Aug 6-25: 12:30 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 28 29 30 31 1
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The Man Who Discovered The Kama Sutra Tim FitzHigham
Neil Masters and Underbelly
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The best bits of stand-up comedy, theatre and sketch from across the Fringe. Try a bit of this, have a bit of that ... we'll show you what to go and see later in the day.
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Lunch with the Hamiltons: Second Helping! Richard Jordan Productions Ltd and Pleasance
The sexiest book ever written inspires the new show from the man who brought you 'Paper Boat', 'Untitled' and rowed the channel in a bath. 'Beguiling' Telegraph, 'Inspired' List, ' A must see' Independent.
Preview Aug 1-3: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-8,13-15,20-22,27: 18:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MARCIA BROWN THE UNSUNG DIVA! Andy Jordan Productions
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Edinburgh's Golden Couple are back with even more celebrity guests, gossip, surprises ... and champagne! So pack your lunch-box and book early to join Christine and Neil for the best fun-filled lunch-hour at the festival. Aug 4-5: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-8,12-13,15,20-23,27: 13:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) Aug 18,25: 00:00 (1hr) £12.50
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Tameka Empson from hit TV series '3 Non Blondes' brings her hilarious character to the stage. With outrageous comedy and classic Motown hits, Marcia tells us the story of her raunchy and eventful love life.
Preview Aug 4: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Marc Maron & Kirk Fox
Fred MacAulay
Gilded Balloon Productions
Fred MacAulay
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk St • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
One of the funniest hours of stand-up you'll see, Fred is back for four nights only. It's the Queen's Hall and she doesn't let Tom, Dick or Harry use it! 'MacAulay had the audience in stitches' Hollywood Reporter.
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Manos/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Lunchbox Live
Aug 16-17: 19:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£12.00) Aug 18-19: 19:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£12.00)
Improbabble present an hour of hilarious improvisation games. Packed with laughs and comedy sketches, no two shows are ever the same. 'The most fun you will ever have in a room full of strangers' List.
MANOS THE GREEK - FREE
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Luke Wright/Escalator East To Edinburgh
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Make me an Offer
Luke Wright's Poetry Party
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Aug 2-4: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50)
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Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Marc has been called angry, brilliant, a problem and an important voice. Kirk won best stand-up at HBO Comedy Festival 2007. Join these top US comedians for their Edinburgh debut. Preview Aug 1-4: 21:10 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:10 (1hr 5mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (1hr 5mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MacAulay and Co.
MARCUS CLARKE IS 'THE PUPPET MAKER'
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
BBC Radio Scotland
Broadcast on BBC Radio Scotland and BBC 7. One of the top ten ticketed events at the Fringe. Fred MacAulay and his team bring you the pick of comedy and music from the festival. Aug 13-17,20-24: 09:30 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Marcus Clarke
The man behind 'Hands Up Puppets' and so many television puppet characters steps out of the shadows and stands up on stage to bring you this extraordinary and very funny one man comedy show. Aug 4-5,7-12,14-19,21-25: 18:10 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mark aLLen's MoB LogiC - Free Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick street • 0131 556 8974 • grid ref: B6
Ever been in a conga line and suddenly thought, 'What on earth am I doing?' Or wondered why placid accountants transform into rage-addled loons when in a football crowd? Mark Allen explains Mob Logic. www.commitnonuisance.com aug 4-14,16-21,23-25: 18:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mark DoLan - i'M here to heLP! Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
gilded Balloon teviot, 13 Bristo square • 0131 668 1633 • grid ref: F5
In debt? Partner left you? Dry hair? C4's Mark Dolan's here to help! No matter how small your problem, he'll sort it. Remember, a problem aired ... is a problem doubled! 'Consistently funny' Independent. Preview aug 1-4: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mark oLver - say soMething Mark Olver
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
32 year-old Bristolian living alone in flat with Sky+ and Xbox360, sore thumbs and a family history of colon cancer seeks audience with GSOH and an interest in proctology. Chairs provided. 'A genuine feel-good show' **** Chortle. aug 1-4: 21:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Markus BirDMan - son oF a PreaCher Man CKP
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
see page 99 for show information
God sacrificed his son! But a child is for life, not just for Christmas. Comedian Birdman explores the confusions of being a vicar's son. 'Made me laugh so loud it hurt' BBC, 'Wonderful' Scotsman. Preview aug 1-3: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mark Watson - Can i BrieFLy taLk to you aBout the Point oF LiFe? CKP by arrangement with Karushi Management
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
Every ticket sold 2005-6. If.comeddies Winner 2006, Time Out Award 2006. Own Radio 4 series, 'Mock the Week' regular. 'A huge talent' Scotsman. 'Breathtaking' List. Book early. www.myspace.com/markwatsonthecomedian Preview aug 1-3: 21:10 (1hr) £6.00 aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:10 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mark Watson's 24 hour JaMBoree to save the PLanet Mark Watson
Meet outside Festival Fringe office, 180 high street • grid ref: e5
Fourth, maybe final, instalment of Edinburgh's award-winning cult phenomenon. This year, a green theme. Turn up outside the Festival Fringe Office for the start; after that, could be anywhere. See www.myspace.com/crapattheenvironment. aug 13: 23:30 (24hrs) £4.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Martha MCBrier - so you think you're a gooD heCkLer? Underbelly Productions in association with Marshall Cordell
underbelly's smirnoff Baby Belly,the Caves, niddry st south, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • grid ref: e5
An improvised titter-fest with 'The funniest woman I've ever seen at the Fringe' Scotsman. She will make a laughing stock of comedy and humour. Heckle at your own risk. Preview aug 2-3: 22:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 22:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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“Brilliantly silly sketches” METRO ««««
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“Hilarious...a fantastic way to spend an hour of your life” FESTIVAL RADIO ««««
(not 13)
Pleasance Courtyard 0131 556 6550
myspace.com / tommyandtheweeks
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brochuread2.indd 1
edfringe.com
see page 100 for show information 17/04/2007 11:55:02
Matt ForDe's on heat ORF Productions
Just the tonic @ the Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • grid ref: e5
Featuring the best comedians from this year's Fringe, it's the must-see panel show of 2007. Charismatic Matt Forde hosts the fun. Regular contributors Jon Richardson and Mark Olver. The best of Fringe comedy every day. aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 15:10 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MattheW harDy With JuLie DaWn CoLe in WiLLie Wonka exPLaineD Gilded Balloon Productions & Andrew Taylor Management gilded Balloon teviot, 13 Bristo square • 0131 668 1633 • grid ref: F5
What exactly is an Oompa-Loompa? And why are they orange? What does it all mean?! Sit back, relax and take a ride on the great glass elevator to enlightenment. Preview aug 1-4: 19:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 19:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Matt hoLLins - LiFe in the Bus Lane Matt Hollins/PBH's Free Fringe
the ivanhoe, 6 south st David street. • grid ref: D4
Debut show from the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2004 (previously won by Johnny Vegas). May contain tales of sex, biscuits and mental illness, oh and buses. 'Strikingly original' Chortle. aug 4-13,15-20,22-25: 20:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Matt kirshen - Matt is ... Matt Kirshen
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: e6
Catch the 'hugely impressive' (Scotsman); 'consistently hilarious' (ThreeWeeks); standup in his ass-kicking return to Edinburgh. 'His likeability is almost off the scale' Chortle. 'Neurotically energetic and confessional. Highly recommended' Daily Telegraph. Book early: www.mattkirshen.com Preview aug 1-3: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 20:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MaxWeLLs FuLLMooners
Chief Fullmooner Andrew Maxwell, Sir Timothy Fitzhigham, Lady Carol, Zoo Nation & Special Festival Guests underbelly's smirnoff Baby Belly,the Caves, niddry st south, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • grid ref: e5
Are you a fullmooner? Well if you are you'd better buy your tickets early this year! Complete sell-out 2006. We are back for more howling, mischief & mayhem! Come howl at the moon! OOOooooowwwwwllllllll!www.myspace.com/fullmooners for up to date listings. aug 2-4,9-11,16-18,23-26: 23:55 (2hrs 35mins) £12.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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'MayBe you'D Like to teaCh the CLass?!?' Yianni/PBH's Free Fringe
the White horse, 266 Cannongate • grid ref: D6
We know the drill: teacher asks, student capitulates, order restored. But if your heart ever yearned for someone to rebel, come see Yianni stick it to the man (well ... Mrs Higginbottom) 'Sparklingly intelligent' **** Chortle. www.myspace.com/yianni_a aug 4-12,14-25: 17:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Men With Bananas: BananageDDon PBH's Free Fringe
the ivanhoe, 6 south st David street. • grid ref: D4
More high energy buffoonery from MWB as they struggle to survive Bananageddon. 'Mixing stand-up, word play and sketches to create something surprisingly different.' Derby Comedy,'Utterly daft stuff' Chortle,'Stand out stand-ups',**** ThreeWeeks. www.myspace.com/menwithbananas aug 4-9,11-25: 14:25 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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WilHodgson 117x92 Fringe07
25/4/07
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WINNER: PERRIER BEST NEWCOMER
Men With Bananas (Using Eco-Horror Movie Clips) Demonstrate Handy Survival Tips For Dealing With Rampaging Frogs, Zombie Sheep, Gigantic Poisonous Shrews, Marauding Snails, 6ft Killer Chickens And Radioactive Weasals, Preparing You For ... Nature's Revenge PBH's Free Fringe
‘I GENUINELY BELIEVE THAT HE IS THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL FOR BRITISH COMEDY.’
The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Contains horror and nudity. Gosh!
Aug 4-9,11-25: 17:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Mercer Island Rodeo The Mercer Island Rodeo
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Trinity College Dublin's award-winning sketch comedy troupe, bright eyed and bushy tailed from their Stateside success, grabs the Fringe by the short and curlies. The Mercer Island Rodeo broke America ... you fix it!
MARK THOMAS
‘HUGE COMIC TALENT.’
Aug 2-3: 16:35 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,18,20-23: 16:35 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:35 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
10:40PM 1-27 AUGUST
MERLE HANDSOME'S LATE NIGHT COMEDY EXTRAVAGANZA (FREE)
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METRO
Ian Fox, Phil Buckley and Laughing Horse Free Festival
(NOT 13 AUG)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD 0131 556 6550
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh
From the idiots that brought you the 'Great Big Comedy Picnic', a late night comedy free for all!
0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 23:35 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
www.wilhodgson.co.uk
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MERVYN STUTTER'S PICK OF THE FRINGE MERVYN STUTTER
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Just arrived? See this show! 'A vibrant and stimulating showcase of talent', Scotsman. 8 different shows in 90 minutes. Comedy, theatre, music, dance - the lot! 'Excellent, really, really good', Observer. 16th glorious year! Aug 8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23: 13:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Meyerspace
Jules Meyers & Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Feisty, whimsical Juliet Meyers uses her acerbic wit to shoot down a range of targets from world religion to the mouse destroying her life. 'Excellent, smart and funny.' Scotsman. 'Stand-up as it should be.' ThreeWeeks. Aug 4-12,14-25: 18:50 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Michael Jerrarde - Gifted Cameron Blair
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Billy-T comedy award-nominee Michael Jerrade sees dead people (talks to 'em too!) and it's funny. Antipodean stand-up Cameron Blair spoofs TV psychics in an ingenious midnight thriller that was a 2006 New Zealand Comedy Festival total sell-out. Preview Aug 2-4: 23:30 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 23:30 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Michael McIntyre: Live At The Pleasance Michael McIntyre
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Following appearances on The Royal Variety Performance and '8 Out Of 10 Cats', 'the best man and mic stand-up' (Herald) is back with more 'Wonderfully, unceasingly, gloriously funny' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-2: 21:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-9,13-16,20-23,27: 21:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50)
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AD068-Jupitus 55x92-Fringe
18/4/07
16:35
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IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Mickey D - Shame 101
OFF THE KERB PRODUCTIONS UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
Gilded Balloon Productions and Velocity Boy Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Mickey D returns with comedy from the soul. Honest, raw and a little bit dirty ... Why be ashamed or embarrassed when you can laugh it off? Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Comedy. **** Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Micky Flanagan - What Chance Change? CKP
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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ROOMS DRAWING ROOM 12.50PM 3-26 AUGUST ASSEMBLY 0131 623 3030 (NOT MONS 6, 13 & 20 AUG)
Flanagan's eagerly anticipated first full-length show takes you on a hilarious journey through the ups and downs of his life from Billingsgate fish-porter to successful stand-up. 'Side-splitting' Sunday Times. 'Cracking stand-up' Time Out. 'Hilarious' Chortle. www.mickyflanagan.com
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 21:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
During the reign of Queen Victoria, author Charles Dickens performed readings of his works at The Assembly Rooms. In 2007, Phill Jupitus audaciously recreates this event. No dressing up. Some silly voices.
www.offthekerb.co.uk
www.assemblyfestival.com
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Midnight @ The Tron Midnight @ the Tron
Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room,The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E5
7th Fantastic year. The absolutely best late night mix of stand-up in the most enjoyable venue, in the heart of Edinburgh. Hosts Al Pitcher and Steve Williams with three brilliant comedians. An unrivalled Fringe favourite. Aug 5-12,14-19,21-26: 23:55 (2hrs) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mike Belgrave - Bunker Thinks He's Hunter Sketch Show - Free Laughing Horse Free Festival
see page 106 for show information
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Cross dressing, near frontal nudity, stupid jokes, poor accents, innuendo, trouser dropping and live cattle in the only way they know how. It's milking time with Bunker Thinks He's Hunter. www.mikebelgrave.com Aug 4-14,16-25: 15:25 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mike Belgrave - Raised 2B Stupid - FREE Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Belgrave's back after packed out houses at last year's Fringe. This year he ponders how he was raised 2b stupid and survived. Insightful, thoughtful, intelligent, comedy with divine costumes and cheeky songs. www.mikebelgrave.com Aug 4-14,16-25: 17:35 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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see page 56 for show information
Mike Manera: Live! At the Free Festival Queens Head Productions
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Another stand-up comedian talking about himself. 'If many comics' jokes were as funny as Manera's true stuff, the world would be a better place', Kate Copstick, Scotsman. www.freefestival.co.uk. Aug 6-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 19:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mike Wilkinson: Life and DEATH PBH's Free Fringe
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
From the joy of a childhood birthday party to the shocking death of grandparents in a Scuba diving accident off the coast of Blackburn. Mike explores the sillier aspects to life ... and death. 'Excellent' City Life. Aug 4-13,15-20,22-26: 15:40 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Miles Jupp: Everyday Rage and Dinner Party Chit Chat RBM
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Award-winning, surprisingly reluctant comedian returns for 3rd solo show about his tantrums and snatches of dinner party conversation. Perrier Newcomer Nominee. 'Corker of a show' **** List. Aug 1-4: 19:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 19:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Minor Spectacular Plested and Brown
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
A forgotten town holds out for a superhero. Then Bosch! Terry arrives fixing washing machines and cleansing customers' souls. But was he sent from heaven or Hotpoint? 'Impeccable' Scotsman. 'Infectious, clever - spirit of the Fringe' Stage. Aug 1-4: 16:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 16:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Shazia Mirza Shazia Mirza
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Recently seen on BBC3's hit 'F*** Off I'm A Hairy Woman', Richard & Judy (C4) columnist for New Statesman, Shazia returns with a new stand up show 'hilarious' Evening News. 'Breaking new ground' New Statesman. 'Rave reviews' Telegraph.
Preview Aug 1-2: 21:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-9,14-16,20-23,27: 21:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Mitch and Eric Show
see page 72 for show information
Chimeric Productions at the Establishment C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Late-night chat show comedy chaos. Unique brand of double-act brilliance. Allstar line-up of stand-up, music and weirdos. Essential entertainment for discerning Edinburgheads. Prizes, reviews and lashings of hairy custard. 'Superb' Scotsman. www.the-establishment.net Aug 1: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 4,8,15,22: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 11,18,25: 01:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Mitch Benn Music Club IMWP
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
The master of musical comedy satire and his spectacular band plus special guest stars, songs composed on the spot and other surprises, make every two hour (inc interval) show a unique, exhilarating and memorable experience. Preview Aug 2-3: 23:15 (2hrs) £6.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,14-16,21-23: 23:00 (2hrs) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 23:00 (2hrs) £12.50 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mixt Nutz
Imotion/FREE FESTIVAL Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Award-winning comedy director Dishad Husain presents his sketch show about life in media-obsessed, multicultural Britain. Shortlisted by Channel 4 'Gags to Go' and recommended by Metro - come see a fast paced, sketch/improv squad at their best. Aug 6-25: 15:50 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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The More You Pee,the Less you Cry - FREE Karen Bayley - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Bedridden with meningitis, Karen's last twelve months have been a revelation. Hilarious, heartfelt but always positive (that'll be the morphine). 'Considerable performing punch' List. 'Has me in hysterics' Alan Carr. Aug 4-25: 17:15 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Moths Ate My Doctor Who Scarf Toby Hadoke
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The critically acclaimed show returns for a limited period as part of a national tour. 'Heartfelt and heroic - about much more than Dr Who' Guardian. 'Recommended' Times. 'Eloquent, forthright, passionate, charming' Chortle. Aug 13-16: 17:45 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 17-19: 17:45 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Mrs Barbara Nice: hiya and higher The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew St • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Postmenopausal, friendly and very funny; meet the comedy creation of 'Phoenix Night's' Janice Connolly. Homespun tales of bargain buys and the uplifting consequences of saying 'hiya'. 'Hybrid between Victoria Wood and Mrs Merton' Times. Preview Aug 1: 22:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Preview Aug 2: 20:55 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 3-12,14-26: 18:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MURRAY LACHLAN YOUNG Murray Lachlan Young
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
'Debauched ... grotesque ... robustly contemporary' Guardian; 'exquisitely savage' Evening Standard; 'mesmerising ... dazzling' Scotsman; 'We applaud his brilliant madness' NME; 'Teenage girls won't fall for this' Barbara Ellen; 'Some kind of half-b**tard verse?' Lord Tebbitt. www.murraylachlanyoung.com Preview Aug 3-4: 21:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-23,27: 21:00 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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My Buddy Bill - Rick Cleveland Assembly
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Emmy award-winning Rick Cleveland ('West Wing', 'Six Feet Under') tells the shaggy dog tale about a star-crossed friendship between a writer, the leader of the free world and their two dogs. Winner Best Show - Aspen Comedy Festival.
From the people who brought you tulips, euthanasia, wooden shoes, legal prostitution, Dennis Bergkamp, XTC, Raymond van Barneveld, Vincent van Gogh, Big Brother, gay marriage and easy abortion. Edgy comedy with a slight accent.
Preview Aug 2-4: 19:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 19:50 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:50 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mysketch - Free
Mysketch/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
60 minutes, five sketch acts, countless sketches, one fantastic show! Fresh from a successful London run, Mysketch premieres the latest of their weird, wonderful and slightly unhinged brand of sketch comedy at breakneck speed. www.myspace.com/mysketch Aug 6-26: 14:25 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Naive London Girl
AMSTERDAM
UNDERGROUND COMEDY COLLECTIVE 02 - 26 aug. 2007 / 10.30 pm the Tron / Hunter Square see page 26 for show information
Anjelika Jinx and Wanda Keenan
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Night of Laughing and W*nking! Real 'Sex and the City' Girls. Be part of the live recording of the #1 Sex Podcast. American and Brit Chick - come together then talk 'Tasting Juices', 'Celebrity boffing', 'Finger Licking Fun'. www.naivelondongirl.com Preview Aug 2-4: 20:55 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5-26: 20:55 (50mins) £8.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Naked Comedy Showcase Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Comedy goes au naturel! The brainchild of Andy Ofiesh, from Boston, Massachusetts, the show is a veritable comedic Garden of Eden inhabited by a wonderfully diverse assortment of comedy performers - all completely nude.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Neil Delamere:The Viking Show
NICK DOODY - HYPOCRITE
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Fresh from a sold-out Irish tour, the star of RTE's 'The Panel', the 'Montreal Just For Laughs' TV series and a 'wryly brilliant live performer' (Sunday Times) delves into an era of adventure and pillage.
Nick Doody examines the difference between what we say and what we do - despite his hatred of one-word titles. 'You will see many shows before you see another comic hit so hard with such grace' Scotsman.
Neil Delamere
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 20:15 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
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Preview Aug 1-3: 20:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Newcastle Revue - Thermøstaät
Nick Mohammed - 4uarters
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
A recluse new vet; use a clever newt; we venture laces; calves wee turner; swerve acne lute; cue vat newsreel; eve saw ulcer; never waste clue. Excellent wordplay. Experience the Edinburgh revue of choice.
60 minutes, four characters, one man: (cubed). 'Wonderful ...well written and brilliantly performed ... Mohammed's creativity is endlessly impressive', Kate Copstick, Scotsman. 'A compelling gallery of madcap characters ... he's already TV-bound and deservedly so' Stage. www.4uarters.com
NUTS
Aug 19,25-26: 18:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 18:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 21-24: 18:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
CKP
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The New Magic Show Black & White Rainbow
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Canal Café Theatre
Preview Aug 1: 18:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Aug 2: 22:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-12,14-26: 21:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Sandy Hole
Guinness World Record Holder for Longest Running Live Comedy. Fringe First Winner. Perrier Finalist. Total sell-out every year. 'NewsRevue knows what it wants to do and does it brilliantly. It's not perfect, but it's close' Chortle. Early booking essential.
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Niblock vs. Gig-A-Tron
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
Glorious nonsense abides at Sandy Hole - B&B to the stars. Helen Heels and Precious play unhinged hosts to different comedy guests each night. 'A demented hybrid of Alan Partridge and Fawlty Towers' Evening Standard. www.myspace.com/sandy_hole Aug 12-26: 21:45 (22hrs 35mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Night On The Town!
Owen Niblock/PBH's Free Fringe
Abandon Theatre Limited
The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
The Gig-A-Tron Project: stand-up comedy with Owen Niblock (a man) and GigA-Tron 5000 (the world's first voice-activated artificially intelligent computerised comedian). As heard on the BBC World Service show 'Digital Planet'. Songs, oneliners and geeky fun. www.owenniblock.com Aug 5-14,16-27: 19:15 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Nick had a life before comedy. Alcohol and debauchery. Falklands veteran, hitchhiker. 38 jobs. Lost at sea in Africa, abducted in Australian outback. Bandits in Paraguay. Bali Bomb. Sharks. Earthquakes. True, funny and entertaining stories.
A Night in Sandy Hole!
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
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The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
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NewsRevue 2007
Aug 1-3,20,27: 21:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:15 () £10.50 (£9.50)
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The Stand Comedy Club
Award-winning magic and mischief with Simon Evans. From out of the hat come a truckload of trademark tricks served with charm and a cheeky smile. Energetic, uproarious and unbelievable - sublime Festival family fun. Aug 3,20,27: 15:45 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:45 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:45 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
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Nick Wilty: Incident prone
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
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Preview Aug 1-3: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 19:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
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PoNaNa, 43b Frederick Street • 0131 226 2224 • Grid Ref: D3
Three shows for one! Swollen and twisted a sketch show divine. A collection of fillings, different each time, and the night finishes with comedy impro: 'Your Line or Mine?' www.abandontheatre.co.uk Aug 5-12,14-19,21-26: 20:00 (10hrs) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Phil Nichol
NIK COPPIN - HALF BLAK (FREE)
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Multi-award winning writer, actor and stand-up back with an all new show. Guaranteed sell out. 'Thermonuclear' List. 'Infectious joy' Scotland on Sunday. 'Genius' Herald. 'Body, heart and soul humour' Copstick. 'Exhilarating, incredibly funny and clever.' ***** Scotsman.
After taking NZ, Melbourne and Edinburgh by storm, this fast-talking and energetic comedian returns with his unique blend of banter and story-telling. 'Coppin sets a new benchmark for international comedy' Pun Magazine, Melbourne. www.nikcoppin.com
Nik Coppin/Laughing Horse Free Festival
The Stand Comedy Club
Preview Aug 1: 20:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 3-12,14-26: 20:10 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Nicholas Parson's Happy Hour Pleasance
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
More engaging, more flamboyant and more outrageous than ever. Nicholas Parsons is back with his sell-out truly interactive comedy show. With show stopping guests that will surprise and delight! 'Choose this one for smoothness' Daily Express. Aug 9,13,15-16,20,22-23: 17:10 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:10 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aug 4-14,16-21,23-25: 20:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Nina Conti - Complete And Utter Conti Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Nina and monkey host a hilarious cavalcade of double acts in this overpopulated solo show. 'Discard all preconceived notions about ventriloquists ... Nina Conti blew us away' Montreal Gazette. 'Had us in stitches' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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NORMAN LOVETT'S SLIDE SHOW Norman Lovett
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'If you only go to one show at this year's fringe, then don't bother coming to mine you tight gits! Seriously, it'll be funny!' Norman. 'Exquisite stand-up comedy' Guardian, 'a natural-born comic' Edinburgh Evening News. www.normanlovett.co.uk.
Preview Aug 1-2: 17:25 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 17:25 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:25 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Northumbria University Showcase - Free Whispies' Chasm
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
see page 82 for show information
'Whispies' Chasm' is a sketch show hailing from the unhinged mind of Northumbria University graduate Danny Jackson. A mind where retired graphics lecturers and homicidal giant spiders mix seamlessly in a post-apocalyptic future. www.myspace.com/whispieschasm Aug 18-20: 16:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Not The Crystal Maze Triple Point Comedy
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Physical, mental, skill or mystery? Join Richard O'Dave and a team of intrepid gameshow contestants as they attempt to improvise their way to the legendary Crystal Dome. Hilarious unscripted fun for all the family. Aug 19-24: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5 Aug 18: 19:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Obie is Maraculous Obie
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
An exciting one man show full of off-the-wall humour, some great improvisation, and a few amazing memory stunts just for the hell of it. 'Foul mouthed bundle of lairiness' Scotsman. Aug 5-25: 18:50 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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One for My Baby & 2ToGo! 2ToGo!
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Here is your chance to laugh at a discofied Canuck-Filipino and a sexified maritime girl who cross cultures, cross genders, and cross boundaries. We gyrate our moneymakers - all for the sake of comedy!
Preview Aug 4,6: 19:00 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 7-11,13-18: 19:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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ONE NIGHT STAND: AN IMPROVISED MUSICAL Quarter Life Crisis
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
New musical improvised every night! You control the story as this exceptional troupe of singing comedians creates a brand new show each night from audience suggestions. Live music. Warning: May result in uncontrollable laughter!
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16: 21:35 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19: 21:35 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Open Mic @ The Globe Stage D'Or
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Richard III's got the hump. Katherine's shrewed off. Hamlet's had it. And Ophelia's sinking fast ... 400 years of the Bard has finally got to them, so they're re-inventing themselves ... Doing stand-up ... www.openmicattheglobe.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,21-23: 16:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
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The Orifice
St George's Medics Revue Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
London's finest supplier of bedpan humour. Delicious, meaty chunks of comedy smothered in gourmet NHS gravy. An exquisite and nutritious meal that will make the most discerning viewer mess themselves with pleasure before you can say 'E.Coli'. Aug 21-27: 17:10 (40mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Original Sin SlipperyFish
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
The SlipperyFish angels are on a mission. Bored of the same old sins, God demands the discovery of seven original ways to stray from the straight and narrow. A glittering comic odyssey of heavenly delights. www.catchslipperyfish.net/originalsin Preview Aug 2-4: 18:10 (50mins) £6.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 18:10 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Owen Powell - The Two Closest Starbucks in Britain Owen Powell
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Owen directed two Perrier-nominated shows, wrote for Mitchell & Webb, then measured the distances between hundreds of coffee shops. Some of them were pretty close together. 'A real delight' Times.
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Oxford Imps
Oxford Imps Productions
see page 104 for show information
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
After playing three years of sell-out shows, Oxford's improv comedy troupe hits Edinburgh again! Armed only with audience suggestions, the Imps create a 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' high-paced style comic show. Fit for teens and adults.
Preview Aug 1-4: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Oxford Revue - Sacred Roadworks The Oxford Revue
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Smash hit comedy troupe stop to pay their respects with a sensational new sketch show. Stalinist sex education, goldfish mind bowls and a wet Welsh cave. Wring out your socks and join the satirical feast. Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 17:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 13,20,27: 17:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 17:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pam Ann - One World Alliance
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Pam Ann
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Direct from her sell-out UK tour, international celebrity air-hostess Pam Ann is back. Meet new characters: easyJet chav Donna,Virgin slut Sarah and BA bitch Mona. 'Witty, sexy, ridiculously rude' Daily Mirror, 'Cruelly funny', Madonna.
Preview Aug 3: 20:55 (1hr) £9.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-22: 20:55 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:55 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pam Ford/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
A high-octane comical look at life's ups and downs from Pam Ford. An honest, straight talking and glamorous six-foot 'Brozzy' (half Brummie, half Aussie.) 'Larger than life ... Loud. Brash. Funny' Chortle. www.freefestival.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aug 4-14,16-25: 20:55 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
CKP by arrangement with Ashley Boroda Entertainment
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Paper Monkeys: Legends
PEANUT BUTTER NOT INCLUDED - FREE
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Paper Monkeys
Laughing Horse Free Festival
Paper Monkeys present adult comedy sketches. High-brow, low-loin humour, representing history, her-story, classic stories with characters you know, in a way you don't. Heroes, gods, legends, molested and repackaged in 21st century shrink-wrap. www.papermonkeyscomedy.co.uk
Preview Aug 4: 17:15 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26: 17:15 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 23:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pear Shaped Afternoons - Free
Pappy's Fun Club
Brian Damage & Krysstal/PBH Free Fringe
Pappy's Fun Club
The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Hooray! The Fun Club's back in town! Since last year we've been nominated as Chortle's Best Newcomers, heard on Radio 4's '28 Acts in 28 Minutes' and written a whole new show! No? No? No? Yes! www.pappysfunclub.co.uk Aug 4: 16:30 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 5-13,15-20,22-26: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
This story follows the life of a girl and those things that happen to us all at one point or another. Afterwards you will probably (almost certainly) wonder what you have been missing out on!
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Brian and Krysstal showcase their summer collection of Fringe favourites. Drop-ins, drop-outs, weird and wonderful comedy acts plucked from the streets of Edinburgh. 'A unique comic experience you really have to sample', Chortle. www.pearshapedcomedy.com, www.freefringe.org Aug 4-11,13-19,21-25: 15:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Patrick Monahan - Feel The Love
Peeled Over
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Patrick Monahan
Laughter Unit in association with Weaver Hughes Ensemble
Lively, lovable stand-up show from a 'star in the making' Telegraph; 'energy of a rabid puppy, I defy anyone not to warm to this Puckish stand-up' Scotsman; 'original stand up with substance' List.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 19:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Paul Chowdhry - Lost in Confusion
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A coat with three sets of sleeves has been passed from generation to generation of the Winterbloom family. None shall escape its curse! Time-travel ensues. 'Clever, witty, charming ... enormous fun' Chortle, ***** 'Very funny' Stage. www.pegabovine.co.uk Preview Aug 1-3: 14:00 (55mins) £5.00 Preview Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 14:00 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.00) Preview Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Paul Foot's Comedy For Connoisseurs IMWP
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The Penultimate Solution
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Heresy Project
You are cordially invited to a show for lovers of fine humour containing musings upon life and strife; revealing anecdotes and just enough time for mime. 'An absolute comic genius', Attitude Magazine. 'Hilarious', List.
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Paul is often misunderstood. Paul is often confused. From dawn till dusk Paul crashes from one moment of social insanity to another. This is your opportunity to spend an hour misundersanding Paul's confusion.
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 20:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50)
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Pegabovine
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
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Preview Aug 2-4: 20:00 (50mins) £6.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 20:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
Pegabovine: Coat Of Arms
Paul Chowdhry
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 20:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
Four of your finest young comedy writers/performers mix film with live sketches. Presenting a raw look into the bizarreness of life; from no-brainer visual insults to highly detailed observations. '... unbelievably hilarious', Marie's Mum. www.thelaughterunit.com
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Paul Merton's Impro Chums
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
As the intelligent amongst you know there is no God, he doesn't exist. If you believe in God - it's quite f**king simple - you are wrong! Wrong and retarded. The Heresy Project: Save the Planet, F**k Mankind! Aug 2-25: 22:15 (1hr 10mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pete Firman - Hokum Underbelly Productions
Paul Merton's Impro Chums
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Paul Merton and his highly talented Impro Chums are wonders of nature. Impro Chums take audience suggestions and create cascades of fantastic tumbling laughter. Most of the time. ' They turned my grey cells psychedelic' Hindu.
Star of Channel 4's 'Dirty Tricks' - part magician, part comedian - 'delightful and very, very funny', Derren Brown. 'If you are partial to a bit of magic with your comedy Firman is best of the bunch' Evening Standard.
Aug 5-9,13-14,16: 16:15 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50) Aug 10-11,17-18: 16:15 (1hr) £14.50 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Paul Sinha - King of the World CKP
Following last year's if.comeddies award nomination and critical acclaim, Sinha returns with his powerfully funny mix of poignant autobiography and razor-sharp social comment. 'Nigh-on perfect' Independent, 'Intelligent, confrontational, very funny indeed' Telegraph. www.paulsinha.com, www.myspace.com/paulsinha
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Peter Buckley Hill And Some Comedians XI
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 21:35 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17,19,24-26: 21:35 (1hr) £10.50 (£8.50)
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 19:00 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.00)
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Peter Buckley Hill's Free Fringe
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
The show that started the Free Fringe returns. Neither wild nor laughing horses could keep it away. Inimitable PBH comperes, guest Wednesdays. Four different comedians per night; 11th year; award-winner 2006. www.freefringe.org Aug 4-25: 21:35 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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see page 60 for show information
see page 75 for show information
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Phat Cave
Phill Jupitus & Andre Vincent:Waiting For Alice
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
The comedian's playground, kick-ass stand-up and fresh party-beats till the wee hours. Host Mickey-D carves an enviroment where your Festival favourites run wild.A comedy-battle royale meets stand-up confession-box.What happens in the cave, stays in the cave.
Two corpulent fictional individuals reach the end of their tether in an old book. Will their lead character ever arrive to advance the story or will they remain trapped, forever unread?
Phill Jupitus & Andre Vincent
Gilded Balloon Productions & Velocity Boy Productions
Preview Aug 3-4: 00:45 (3hrs 15mins) £6.00 Aug 5,8-12,15-19,22-26: 00:45 (3hrs 15mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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PHIL BUCKLEY 'STROKE THE PANDA' (FREE) If love is a game, is it possible to win by changing the rules? Listen to one idiot's attempt to find happiness and the story of what went wrong. 'A very funny guy' BBC.
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Phil Kay
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
He lives by the sea, enjoys psycho-erotic adventurings, never locks his car and plays in a manband. Hear what it's like to still live the bohemian dream with the salty spray of fresh ocean life on your beard.
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Phil Kay - The Justice Show
During the reign of Queen Victoria, author Charles Dickens performed readings of his works at the Assembly Rooms. Phill Jupitus audaciously recreates this event. No dressing up. Some silly voices. Aug 3-5,7-9,12,14-16,19,21-23,26: 12:50 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 12:50 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00)
Phil Nichol - The Naked Racist Phil Nichol
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Last chance to see this 2006 if.comeddie award-winning show. 'A genius of a show' Herald. 'You won't see many comedy shows that actually exert g-force ... exhilarating, incredibly funny and clever' ***** Scotsman. Aug 24: 23:45 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Phil's brushes with the law; cycling philosophically beyond legality; passing breathalisings; how revenue equals fine equals fee; lost property is free left luggage; and the best way to be caught shoplifting. Live in the Loopholes.
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The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
After the hit Phone Book Live, Stage D'Or returns with a new charity challenge for the Fringe. See your favourites perform this unique script as only they can ... Telephone directory?!? Dull?!? Never!!! See www.stagedor.co.uk for daily readers. Preview Aug 2-4: 19:20 (20mins) £2.00 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 19:20 (20mins) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,21-23: 19:20 (20mins) £3.50 (£3.00)
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by arrangement with Comedy Store Management presents
justin moorhouse From Channel 4’s ‘Phoenix Nights’
who’s the daddy?
see page 53 for show information
9.45PM
1 - 27 AUGUST 2007 (EXCEPT 8TH & 15TH)
www.justinmoorhouse.com
www.boundandgaggedcomedy.com
www.comedystoremanagement.com
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Stage D'Or
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,21-23,27: 18:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10,19,24-26: 18:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
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The Phone Book Live
Gilded Balloon Productions
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Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
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Preview Aug 1-4: 22:30 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,21-23,27: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00)
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Phill Jupitus
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
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Phill Jupitus Reads Dickens
Phil Buckley/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Aug 6-7,9-14,16-21,24-25: 16:55 (1hr) (Free Ticketed)
Preview Aug 3-4: 18:15 (1hr) £10.00 Aug 5,7-9,14-16,21-23: 18:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:15 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00)
see page 80 for show information
PleASe hOld, chriS brOOker knOWS yOu Are WAiTinG - free Chris Brooker & Laughing Horse Free Festival
laughing horse @ meadow bar, 42-44 buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid ref: f6
A hilarious new show about call centres, the mills of our generation, from both ends of the line. Thank you for reading, your attention is very important to us. www.myspace.com/thebrookerman Aug 4-10: 22:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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The PlOT ThickenS
Peter Aitchison, John O'Brien, David Heffron/PBH's Free Fringe The Outhouse, 12A broughton Street lane • Grid ref: c5
A comedy improv murder mystery. A team of comedians sprint you through a helterskelter who-dunnit. Guided by audience suggestions, intrepid detectives ingeniously contrive to track down the dastardly villain. Who, How and Why? You decide!
see page 82 for show information
Aug 4-26: 14:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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POliTicAl AnimAl Perrier Nominee Howard Read’s
Presented by Good Sense Of Humour in association with Noel Gay
Political Animal
underbelly, 56 cowgate (entrances on cowgate and victoria St • 0870 745 3083 • Grid ref: e5
Fringe's only political stand-up gig returns from Radio 4 hideout to fix broken planet. Different, top-class bill every night, hosted by sporadically-acclaimed AndyZaltzmanTM. Previous acts' surnames include: Lee, Thomas, Newman, Addison, Brand, Wool, Hunter, Haynes, Kitson. Forenames therefore irrelevant. Preview Aug 2-3: 22:55 (1hr 25mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,9-12,16-19,24-26: 22:55 (1hr 25mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
"One of the finest comedy talents in the UK" - Metro
0131 208 2351
POOf lOOSe
Stephen De Martin and Underbelly Productions
9.30pm
3rd-27th August (not 11th or 21st)
see page 68 for show information
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underbelly, 56 cowgate (entrances on cowgate and victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid ref: e5
Watch out, there's a poof on the loose! Songster Stephen De Martin, from Jonathan Ross' house band '4 Poofs and a Piano', is Poofloose and fancy free in an intimate musical cabaret with a sprinkling of naughtiness. Preview Aug 2-3: 16:05 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 16:05 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:05 (55mins) £12.50 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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POTATO: A ShOW ThAT Will SAve The WOrld Potato Theatre
Assembly @ hill Street Theatre, 19 hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: d3
A cheeky, comic cabaret of the bizarre and surreal: Hitler does the housework, AlQaeda launch their 2007 publicity, and the Queen discovers fresh marital problems ... Sixty minutes of fast and furious mayhem! Preview Aug 3-4: 22:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,12-14,16,19-23,27: 22:05 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-11,17-18,24-26: 22:05 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pretty Dirty Things - Free
Comic Angels/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
A Muslim, a Buddhist, a London Scot walk into a bar - Sajeela Kershi,Verity Welch, Maureen Younger offer their hilarious take on life, love, death and everything in between. Three different viewpoints, three funny women. www.myspace.com/prettydirtythings2007 Aug 4-10: 23:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6 Aug 19-27: 18:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Psister Psycho Psister Psycho
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A new musical from Radio 4 writer and Time Out Award-winning comedian Danielle Ward. 'Psister Psycho' is the hilarious tale of killer nuns, star-crossed lovers and infertile robots. 'You can't help but fall for her talents' Metro.
Preview Aug 2-3: 22:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 22:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Punt and Dennis: Stuff and Nonsense Punt and Dennis
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Four nights only. The stars of BBC Radio 4's 'The Now Show' and BBC2's 'Mock The Week'. 'A trademark of quality comedy' Times. 'The kings of satirical comedy' Guardian. Aug 10-13: 16:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
see page 94 for show information
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PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
'Sold out to the rafters - the audience scream and squeal!' Daily Mail. Having toured the globe to over 2,000,000 fans, the sensationally funny hit is back. 'Extraordinary' Guardian. 'Astonishing, unbelievable, go see it for yourselves' Telegraph.
Preview Aug 1-4: 22:05 (1hr) £6.50 Aug 5-6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22,27: 22:05 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:05 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 23: 23:15 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Queef of Terence
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Comedy sirens Olivia Poulet and Sarah Solemani return to the Fringe after their 2006 sell-out, 'The Bird Flu Diaries.' 'Real genius' Chortle; 'Abundantly talented' ThreeWeeks; 'wonderfully gifted actors and mimics' National Student Review.
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-16,20-23,27: 17:40 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 17:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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?!?
Stage D'Or The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Don't know the answer? Don't worry. Put anything down. The funnier the better. Come to the quiz where cheating is encouraged, ignorance a positive advantage, artistic impression a bonus and argument a must. Fun for all the family. www.stagedor.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-4: 14:00 (1hr) £2.50 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 14:00 (1hr) £4.00 (Free Ticketed F) Aug 6-9,13-16,21-23: 14:00 (1hr) £3.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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AD071-Rich Hall 117x92-Fringe
18/4/07
16:32
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IN ASSOCIATION WITH
RAJESH: BOLLYWOOD LOUNGE SINGER
OFF THE KERB PRODUCTIONS UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
Green Room
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Anil Desai ('Goodness Gracious Me', 'Pineapple Boys') introduces his new phenomenon - an evening with Rajesh, award-winning ex-Bollywood child star. Head wobbling, Sitar twangin', Poppadom smashin' night of entertainment! Like a milk chocolate Sammy Davis Jnr. Preview Aug 2-4: 22:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 22:20 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Rants of Ringo The star of Rich Hall’s Fishing Show and Cattle Drive (BBC4)
‘A masterclass in quickfire, expertly crafted gagsmithery’ THE SCOTSMAN
‘As close as it gets to a guaranteed good show’ SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY
10.30PM 3 - 27 AUGUST
(NOT MON 13TH AUGUST)
ASSEMBLY ROOMS MUSIC HALL 0131 623 3030 www.assemblyfestival.com www.offthekerb.co.uk
see page 52 for show information
Gregory O' Connor
The Three Tuns, 7 Hanover Street • 0131 225 8998 • Grid Ref: D4
The rantings of an ageing teacher, Gregory 'Ringo' O'Connnor on education, children, the human race and all other pet hates. Aug 13-17: 19:00 (25mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Raving Loonies - Stand-up and Sketches Raving Loonies Stole My Heart
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
From the land of the Midlands (and Cornwall, and the South East) we bring a vibrant mix of comedians, and sketches. Full of outrage mixed with a li'l nakedness. Come into our minds and chuckle ... Aug 4-11: 12:25 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Raymond Mearns: Recovering Arsehole The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
My name is Raymond and I'm an arsehole, I fell into it because my dad and my friends were arseholes. It seemed normal! Join me and give yourself to a higher power comedy!
Preview Jul 30: 20:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Aug 1: 22:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-12,14-26: 23:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rebecca Drysdale - One Woman in Several Pieces Underbelly Productions in association with Marshall Cordell
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The 'Break-out Performer' at the 2005 Aspen Comedy Festival and Variety's 'Top Ten To Watch' in comedy takes on everything from hip-hop to homosexuality. Endearing, offensive and smart to just plain stupid.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 19:35 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:35 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rebus McTaggart Festival Highlights
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
The original McTaggart show, a 2006 sell-out back for seven shows only. Join Ecclefechan's top cop, just promoted to Deputy Temporary Head Community Support Liaison Officer. It's an important job ... 'Brilliant comedian who doesn't miss a cue' Scotsman. Aug 5,7,9,13: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 11,17,19: 19:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Rebus McTaggart: CrimeWarrior Festival Highlights
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
2006 Best Breakthrough Act (List) Richard Thomson brings you more McTaggart. Ecclefechan's sole defender of the law ineptly tackles a grisly new case. 'The incredibly quick-witted, adaptable Thomson deserves to become a big hit' **** Metro.
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 16:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
see page 25 for show information
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THE REDEMPTION OF CHRISTOPHER C*NT 'Bear'
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
A hilarious spiritual journey into truly unexpected places, using didgeridoo and storytelling. The Shaman 'Bear' confronts us with real life, fear, tears and great humour. Finally transcending into acceptance, love and beauty. Aug 5-8: 19:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
‘CHARACTER COMEDIAN OF RARE SKILL’ THE GUARDIAN
‘GIVE THIS MAN A SITCOM’ EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS
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The Reduced Edinburgh Fringe Impro Show Scratch Impro
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
2006 sell-out show returns. Improvised comedy direct from the Fringe brochure. See this summer's hits performed as they were never intended. 'Side-splittingly funny' Guardian. 'Great entertainment' Stage. 'Wonderful ... Ingenious' *****ThreeWeeks. www.scratchimpro.com
Preview Aug 1-3: 22:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 22:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Reflections Of A Window Cleaner Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
Ivan reveals all - what he's seen - what he's done - tricks of the trade - the money you can make - you won't just laugh - you'll wish you had a window cleaning round yourself! Aug 12-17,19-24: 18:25 (1hr) Aug 17: 12:05 (1hr) Aug 24: 12:05 (1hr)
1ST - 27TH (NOT 13TH OR 20TH) SHOW TIMES: 5.45PM (1HR) www.thekeithcarter.co.uk
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GET CARTER DIRECTED BY HENRY NORMAL
Reginald D Hunter - F**k You In The Age of Consequence
PRODUCED BY
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
www.maverickcomedy.co.uk
Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
see page 50 for show information
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
'The hottest stand-up living and working in Britain today' List. 'Gorgeously highoctane and thought-provoking ... compelling and very funny' Observer. 'Comically astute, rewardingly provocative' Times. 'Unrivalled' Telegraph. 'A Master comedian' Independent-on-Sunday. 'Hunter is truly masterful' Scotsman. Preview Aug 2-3: 22:10 (55mins) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-21,23,27: 22:10 (55mins) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:10 (55mins) £14.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Revels Student Comedy Competition Final Chortle
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Revels and comedy website Chortle have travelled to Britain's universities to find the 13 best student comics. Tonight, introduced by a top MC, they battle for the title 'Student Comedian of 2007' - and a £2,500 prize. Aug 14: 23:00 (2hrs) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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David McSavage Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room,The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E5
You will find me performing on the streets, or in the Tron, or having seafood in Creelers, or dancing next to the ladies in the Spiegeltent, or maybe the forest, or room 118 in the Ibis. Aug 3-27: 18:00 (1hr) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rhod Gilbert - Who's Eaten Gilbert's Grape? Rhod Gilbert
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
The Welsh misery returns. Perrier Newcomer nominee 2005. 'Top 50 Comedians' Times. 'Top 50 Icons' Rough Guide to British Comedy. 'Blissful surrealism ... laugh out very loud stuff' Independent. Book early to guarantee disappointment. www.rhodgilbert.com
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:00 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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DEBORAH FRANCES-WHITE’s
Rhona Cameron
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Award-winning comedian and author Rhona Cameron performs her most intimate show to date. Infusing stand-up with storytelling, she takes us through her darkly comical, unbelievably complex and ridiculous life.
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:00 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20,22-23,27: 20:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Richard Herring - Oh f**ck, I'm 40! Richard Herring
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
TMWRNJ star waves goodbye to his youth and awaits the blessed relief of death as he celebrates 40 years of life and the 20th anniversary of his first Fringe. 'Herring simply improves with age' **** List.
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 20:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
“HOW TO GET “ALMOST “ANYONE “TO WANT TO “SLEEP WITH YOU” www.almostanyone.co.uk
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Ricky Gervais: Fame! Ricky Gervais
Edinburgh Castle, Castle Hill • 08700 600 100 • Grid Ref: E4
Hollywood's 'Hottest Brit' and co-creator and co-writer of the two multi-award winning shows 'The Office' and 'Extras' comes to Edinburgh, with his third live show, 'Fame.' Aug 26: 21:00 (1hr 30mins) £37.50
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Afternoon stand up, leaving you ready to pull tonight “Remember her name, as in years to come you will see it amongst the big ones.” – Hairline
“Hilarious... sexy... the crowd actually groaned with disappointment when it came to an end. ****” – Three Weeks
2:45pm (1hr) • 1-26 August (not 14) • Gilded Balloon Teviot • Venue 14 Box office: 0131 668 1633 • Book online at www.gildedballoon.co.uk
ROB DEB: HEROQUEST (FREE SHOW) ROB DEB (FREE FESTIVAL)
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Free show! D&D ride through Sci Fi/Fantasy as Rob 'Dungeonmaster' Deb deals with a world of elves, dwarves, cyborgs and psychos using funny sided dice and a Commodore 64. Bring your plasmagun, broadsword, and kick some Orc! Info: 0790 888 0297/www.freefestival.com
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Aug 4-25: 21:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rob Deering
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Rob won this year's all-comedian edition of BBC1's 'Weakest Link.' That's not relevant, however, to his effortlessly brilliant new stand-up show. 'In a parallel world Rob Deering is the king of Saturday night television' Stewart Lee.
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 21:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
12 years!
Sell-out for the last
Four top Comedians! Joke Competition Prizes! Two different shows - Early & Late show! 2 hours of Comedy!
Rob Deering - Charmageddon
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ROBIN INCE KNEW THIS WOULD HAPPEN Robin Ince
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Chortle Award-winner 2007, Time Out Award-winner 2006, British Comedy Award nominee 2006. Brand new stand-up show of exasperation and confusion as the hyperkinetic curmudgeon questions everything or thereabouts. 'Snortingly funny' Telegraph. www.myspace.com/robinince
Preview Aug 2-4: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22,27: 19:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rock 'n' Roll Penguin Gamarjobat
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
With an ingenious mix of clever free-flowing mime, gentle acrobatics and achingly funny sketches, the duo present their all new silent comedy.Without a word, Gamarjobat leave their audiences speechless with laughter. 'Utterly mesmerising' Telegraph
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:05 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 17:05 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) (£7.50 C) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:05 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) (£7.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Just the Tonic at The Caves
253 Cowgate Previews Fri 4th/Sat 5th 6th - 26th (NOT 14th or 21st) Early Show 7.30pm - 9.30pm Late Show 10pm - 12am
Box Office 0131 208 2351 see page 33 for show information
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The Rules of Comedy
Sally-Anne Hayward 'Is He Funny?'
Mayfield Salisbury Church, 1a Mayfield Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: H6
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Arkle Theatre Company
Laughing Horse Free Festival
Our daredevil troupe will demonstrate the rules of physical comedy and then test them, without safety equipment, on an evaporated version of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.' Mayhem and silliness make the famous tragedy totally hysterical for all ages. Aug 13-18: 18:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Runaway Lovers
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Sammy J - 58 Kilograms of Pure Entertainment
Runaway Lovers
Sammy J
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
After last year's successful debut, the five cheeky cherubs fly north once more. Nail your feet to the floor, this comedy gives you wings. 'Cracking sketch show ... quick, slick and sharply focused stuff' **** Chortle. Preview Aug 1-4: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
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Sally-Anne Hayward 'Is He Funny?' This is the question asked when award-winning comedian Sally tells anyone her dad is a comedian. Laughter, topping the bill and the tears. A lifetime of showbiz. 'Fabulous' BBC. www.freefestival.co.uk
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Best Newcomer, 2006 Melbourne Comedy Festival. He sings backwards. He talks to birds. Best of all, he weighs only 58 kilograms - see him before he's bigger. 'Uncomfortably brilliant' Age. Aug 6-12,14-19,21-26: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Russell Howard - Adventures
Sarah Kendall: My Very First Kidnapping
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
If.comeddies nominee 2006, star of BBC6 Music, 'Mock The Week' and 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks' (BBC2), Comedy Awards and Brit Awards (ITV2). Every ticket sold 2004/5/6. The best comedian of his generation. 'Destined for major greatness' Evening Standard.
The Perrier and Time Out Award nominee tells her true story of being kidnapped and held at gunpoint by inbred pig-hunters. 'Her set piece is worthy of Larry David' Observer. 'A master storyteller' Metro.
Russell Howard
Sarah Kendall
Aug 1-4: 21:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:20 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:20 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00)
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The Harrodian and Blackcan Productions
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
In 2006 he bagged an if.comeddie nomination, plus a glut of five-star reviews. He's back: joyously tossing off tired stereotypes. 'The gift to entertain every single audience member' ***** Edinburgh Evening News.
Aug 1-4: 21:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-21,23,27: 21:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) JasonManford 117x92 Fringe07 23/4/07 18:57 Page 1
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Preview Aug 2-4: 20:55 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 20:55 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 20:55 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50)
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'School of Rock' meets 'League of Gentlemen'! An hour of mind-blowing sketch comedy, performed by children for adults only. 'Shockingly funny and very naughty' Barunka O'Shaughnessy, Bo'Selecta. 'Bloody brilliant' Rik Mayall. Aug 20-27: 13:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) WorldPage premiere AD069-AdamHills 117x92-Fringe 18/4/07 15:54 1 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE LISA RICHARDS AGENCY
OFF THE KERB PRODUCTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
TOTALLY SOLD OUT: 2000/01/02/03/04/06
(NO SHOW 2005)
Star of Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats and XFM
PERRIER NOMINEE 2005
‘Still very funny’ PETER KAY
‘Engaging and witty’ SUNDAY TIMES
‘Deserves a cult following’
★★★★★ SCOTSMAN
9.45PM
1-27 AUGUST
A BRAND NEW SHOW FROM THE THREE TIMES PERRIER NOMINEE
‘Hills delivers stand-up so effortlessly brilliant you wonder why some comedians even get out of bed’ THE GUARDIAN (EXCEPT MON 13 AUG) SUNDAYS WITH BSL INTERPRETER
(NOT 13 AUG)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD
www.jasonmanford.com
0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh 0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
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www.offthekerb.co.uk see page 23 for show information
The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre
Shappi Khorsandi: Carry On Shappi
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre
YouTube stars' Edinburgh debut. 'Hilarious' balbeggie. 'Laughed so hard I nearly choked' mollyrosez2002. 'Have not laughed so much since Gran died' Max. 'ROFL LOL' ayaneva. Selected YouTube reviews. ****½ average YouTube score 06/07. Preview Aug 1-4: 22:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 22:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Shappi Khorsandi
'One of the most inspirational comics' (Evening Standard) returns after her 'Remarkable' (Independent) sell-out 2006 show. With 'whip-crack jokes' (Sunday Times) and 'the warmest, most engaging performance style I've ever seen' (Observer).
Preview Aug 1-2: 20:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-9,13-16,20-23,27: 20:10 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:10 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Nick Pettigrew & Nick Cowen
Shelley Cooper - Reality Cheque
Nick Cowen, Nick Pettigrew and friends' stand-up covers life's big questions - what not to say to muggers, whether poor dating etiquette started WWII and whether either of them would survive in an action movie.
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 112 Hanover Street • 0131 225 2022 • Grid Ref: C4
Aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 13:45 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Seymour Mace: Where's Batman? ... my life as a failed superhero. Seymour Mace
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew St • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Is Captain America a dick? Who's Captain Nazi? Why's Spidey giving out twinkies? These questions answered, plus tips on becoming a superhero and prizes for the best original superhero drawing.
Preview Aug 1: 19:35 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Aug 3: 13:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) World premiere Aug 4-12,14-26: 13:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Green Room
Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-26: 20:45 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Showcase Fringe Showcase Fringe TV
Outside The Dome, George Street • 07961 980 771 • Grid Ref: D4
Dedicated online channel reporting all things Fringe. Sketches, comment, interviews and staged events. Presented by performers. 'Not just reporting the news but acting it out.' Get involved and see the real Fringe. More details on www.showcasefringe.tv. Aug 2-26: 00:00 (24hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Axis of Evil Productions
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Bill Hicks, Denis Leary, Doug Stanhope ... the line moves uncomfortably forward. Is there such a thing as too much truth? Can you handle it? 'Pure brilliance' Time Out NY; 'James Joyce of Stand-Up' Paper; 'Most transgressive comedian in America' Penthouse. Preview Aug 2-4: 23:30 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 23:30 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) UK premiere •
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Hate reality TV, hypocrisy, bigotry? Want the answer to global warming? 'A star in the making' Attitude Magazine. 'Not to be missed' Scotsman. 'Get a ticket, go and see' One 4 Review.
Sh*tty Deal PuppetTheatre Company's Complete History of Oppressed People Everywhere!
Rick Shapiro
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Shelley Cooper
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Feeling disenfranchised? Puppets with Schadenfreude present a magical voyage of human misery. Oppression was never this fun! Strong language, puppet violence, Barbie nudity and sh*tloads of chocolate syrup. www.axisofevilproductions.com Aug 6-12,14-19,21-27: 22:35 (40mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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JasonByrne-TV Show 117x92 Fringe07
Simon Amstell No Self
Mick Perrin for Just For Laughs Live
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
'Deft writing and impeccable delivery' Scotman. 'Glimmering intelligence' Independent on Sunday. 'An especially fine comedian' List.
Preview Aug 1-3: 22:30 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 22:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Simon Brodkin: One Man Comedy Club Simon Brodkin
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Winner 2006 Edinburgh Festival Writers' Guild; List Best Newcomer. 'Prodigious talent' Times. 'Genius' Independent. 'Scintillating and hilarious, killer line after line' List. Four stand-up comedians ... all performed by one exceptional comic.Trailblazing new show.
Preview Aug 1-4: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 19:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 19:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Simon Munnery's AGM 2007 The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
New! Improved! Not both surely; if something has improved it must have existed to begin with so cannot be entirely new. Jokes, poems, anecdotes, pendantry and plaintive wailing from the Chairman of the Bored. Mac drums. Preview Aug 2: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Aug 3: 16:30 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 4-12,14-27: 16:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Simple Simon
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
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ALL CHANNELS WELCOME. Please bring contract on the day, as this will save time and hassle. Assembly Hall August 10-12, 16-19, 23-26 @ 3.00pm: 0131 623 3030 www.edfringe.com: 0131 226 0000
Gilded Balloon Productions
Preview Aug 1-4: 17:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 17:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
“I loved this show so much I had a meeting”CHANNEL 4 “We’re very excited upstairs”BBC “I loved this show, i think i’ll buy it, and completely change it”
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Sing-Along-A-The-Joy-Of-Sex
Kate Smurthwaite & David Mulholland/PBH Free Fringe The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • Grid Ref: E1
Award-winning comedienne Kate Smurthwaite and professional-musician-turnedcomic David Mulholland bring you an hour of catchy original songs. About the ins and outs of the old in-out. 'High quality, not to be missed' **** ThreeWeeks. Aug 4-11,13-18,20-25: 19:20 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sista She and the Holy House of Bootay Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
For 5 years, they've been cooking up an incomparable mix of hip hop and comedy. Now outta the Australian 'burbs, it's time to be converted to the Church of Sista She.
Preview Aug 1-4: 20:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 20:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Skinner and Bell: WHERE ARE DAVE & DAVE? SKINNER & BELL
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Audience wanted: roguishly charming comedy duo seek attractive, vivacious, open-minded crowd, aged 16-160. Must have GSOH, and access to eyes and ears. Imaginative, inventive, and very funny. www.comedylounge.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 16:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 16:00 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Skitzy
Benchmark House Productions understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Five idiots ... one old man ... and a psychopath, all running round the stage trying to make you laugh. Follow these seven inmates as they battle time, the all-seeing eye and their own minds. If no one comes, we'll die!
STAND UP FOR FREEDOM
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shutYOface
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
After sell-out success in 2006, the 'immensely talented' (ThreeWeeks) shutYOface proudly present another comic Tour de France! Will last year's offering prove a mere hors d'oeuvre before the main course ...? Will there be pudding?
Preview Aug 3-4: 19:55 (1hr) £3.00 Aug 5-15,17-27: 19:55 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.00)
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Featuring Ed Byrne, Adam Hills, Phil Nichol, Andrew Maxwell, Lucy Porter, Craig Hill, Frankie Boyle & more top comedians
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Martin Soan
The Stand Comedy Club The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
For full line-up details see www.amnesty.org.uk/scotland
Innovator of the 'Greatest Show on Legs'' amazing quick change show with U-bends, head gaskets and electric drills. This is probably the weirdest, scariest, rudest family comedy you'll ever see. Costumes, sets and hilarity assisted by Sally Day.
Midnight, 15 & 22 Aug Assembly @ Assembly Hall £14.50 (£12.50) Book: 0131 623 3030 / www.assemblyrooms.com
Preview Aug 3: 13:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 4-12,14-27: 14:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
All profits go to Amnesty International BSL interpreters at both shows
Supported by
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Something About Sara
FREE SHI TAO PROTECT THE HUMAN
SLC Productions
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
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OFF THE KERB PRODUCTIONS
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IN ASSOCIATION WITH
UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
UNIVERSAL PICTURES (UK) LTD PRESENTS
‘Faultless throughout’ BBC.CO.UK
Witness some of the craziest things anyone has ever done to find fame and the perfect partner. Sara's honest and energetic comedy monologues will surprise, shock and amuse. Is there really something about Sara? www.somethingaboutsara.com Aug 19-27: 23:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT Pete Gold/PBH's Free Fringe
The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street • Grid Ref: E1
'London's best comedy songwriter' (Fringe Report), and star of ITV's 'Comedy Cuts' serves up a frothy cocktail of stand-up and songs. 'Bags of imagination' Stage. 'F**king brilliant!' Ed Byrne. 'The songs are tremendous!' Time Out. FREE. Aug 11-16: 13:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed SUDO) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
‘A natural anecdote teller ...one to watch’ THE LIST ‘A fast-rising talent’ THE TIMES ‘Perfect’ THREE WEEKS
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The Slippery Soapbox: Spotbanded Skat
Presented by Amnesty International in association with
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SONGS ABOUT VAGINAS
‘He rocked!’
Jessica Delfino
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
THE SCOTSMAN
Denounced by the Catholic League. Banned from YouTube. 'Funny and smart,' says Sonic Youth's Thurston Moore. 'To pay one live human baby for a ticket to her show would be more than worth it' Triangle. Preview Aug 2-4: 22:20 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19: 22:20 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-22: 22:20 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
‘Hilarious’ THREE WEEKS
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Songs For Swingin' Leaders Frank Sanazi & The Iraq Pack
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
After their explosive Middle East Tour, 'The Iraq Pack' are back. Classic Big Band tunes with extreme renditions like 'Strangers On My Flight.' Frank Sanazi, Dean Stalin, Saddami Davis Jnr, Osama Bin Crosby. Unmissable! *** ThreeWeeks.
www.offthekerb.co.uk PLEASANCE ATTIC 1-27 AUGUST 0131 556 6550
9.30PM
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www.offthekerb.co.uk PLEASANCE HUT 0131 556 6550
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Aug 18-25: 19:30 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Sound of Music Drag Show Gilded Balloon Productions and Drags Aloud
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
How do you solve a problem like Maria? You camp it to the hills with more glitter and gaudy costume changes than a Kylie concert. Priscilla hits the hills in this delicious drag show.
Preview Aug 1-4: 22:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 22:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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So You Think You're Funny? Sponsored by Five, Paramount Comedy & 4DVD Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Aspiring stand-ups vie for a chance at success and superstardom. 'The best new act competition' Sunday Times. Past winners include Rhona Cameron, Peter Kay, Dylan Moran, and Phil Kay. Heats - Aug 5-7,12-15: 22:45 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Final - Aug 23: 20:00 (3hrs) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Spank!
James & Leon and Underbelly Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
It's back! Featuring awesome comedians, sexy DJs, controlled anarchy and a bar with tons of booze. 'What all comedy nights should be' Stewart Lee.
Preview Aug 3: 00:00 (4hrs) £7.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 00:00 (4hrs) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 00:00 (4hrs) £13.50 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Stand Late Club The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club, 5 York Place • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Late night Fringe comedy at its best. Eight superb showcases from Scotland's favourite club. Five comics - two hours - late bar. Different sizzling selection nightly. 'Best value in town' Evening News. 'They keep the laughs coming' Times. Aug 3-4,10-11,17-18,24-25: 23:45 (2hrs 15mins) £12.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Stand Up For Freedom
Amnesty International & The Co-operative Bank Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Due to massive demand, the legendary Amnesty benefit is back for two nights of the best comedy in Edinburgh, compered by Ed Byrne and Adam Hills. Find the full lineup for both nights at www.amnesty.org.uk/scotland. Aug 15,22: 00:00 (1hr 30mins) £14.50 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Steel & Simon Show
Steel & Simon Show/PBH's Free Fringe The Hudson Hotel, 9-11 Hope Street • Grid Ref: D2
A daily take on the Festival. With news, reviews and special guests. Everyone's invited to be part of the show. Start your evening with a quick game of 'Dog Pee or Dog Poo.' It's FREE!! www.thesteelandsimonshow.com
Preview Aug 4: 18:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5-15,18-27: 18:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Stef's Sidesplitting Hypnosis Stef and Friends Entertainment
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Hilarious, fast-paced, yet informative production. Astounding! Volunteers become amazing superheroes, ballerinas and polar explorers. Quit smoking, lose weight or just relax and laugh. One of the world's best hypnotists. Non-stop, action-packed, completely mind-blowing show! www.stefandfriends.com Preview Aug 3-4: 21:40 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 5-6: 21:40 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 7-27: 21:40 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.00)
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Stephen Grant - Taken for Granted Stephen Grant
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Discover comedy's fastest thinker. His mission: to obliterate untruths and punish inaccuracies. Plato's pleased; Gillian McKeith's crapping herself. Sell-out 2003-2006. 'Brilliant' Independent; 'absolutely hilarious' Evening News. 'Dazzling' ThreeWeeks. 'Subversive Comedy Genius' ***** List. Book Early!
Preview Aug 1-3: 18:00 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 18:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Stephen K Amos - More of Me Stephen K Amos
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Back with an all new, even more revealing show. 'Where do you start describing a performer who should really be given six out of five? It's pure cheek numbing, tearinducing entertainment' ***** Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-3: 21:40 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 21:40 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £13.50 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Stephen K Amos - Weekend Talk Show Stephen K Amos
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A chat show that creates weird and wonderful connections with his audience and guests. 'Stephen K Amos is the embodiment of charisma. Amos's show is packed with well-observed material, performed hilariously' www.chortle.co.uk. Aug 3-4,10-11,17-18: 23:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 24-25: 23:15 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00)
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Stephen Long Is Not A Mind Reader Stephen Long
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
see page 79 for show information
Stephen Long can sort of read your mind. And if he fails, it'll be just as exciting because he might staple his hand and you might win a cheque for three pounds. www.myspace.com/notamindreader Preview Aug 2-3: 21:15 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-12,14-26: 21:15 (45mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Steve Hughes - Heavy Metal Comedy Steve Hughes
Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room,The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E5
After last year's controversial Edinburgh show, Hughes returns for his fourth satirical onslaught. Hard-hitting jokes with Devil-horns. 'Hard-edged social commentary at its best' Times. 'Hughes is gold' Metro. 'See him while it's still legal' Chortle. www.myspace.com/stevehughescomedy
Preview Aug 3-4: 21:00 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-14,16,20-23: 21:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Steve Williams - Binge Thinking Steve Williams
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
An hour of standout comedy from the whimsical Welshman and the overactive pleasures of his unusual mind. 'Innovative. Go see' Chortle. 'A rising star of the circuit. A safe place to deposit your comedy pound' Sunday Times. Aug 2-3: 22:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-22: 22:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 22:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Stevie & Evie's Midnight Muck
Steve Parry & Evie Anderson/PBH's Free Fringe The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Opera bandit Evie Anderson and comedy no-gooder Steve Parry bring you songs, sketches and abuse in a night of vaudevillian excess. So fruity you could lose an eye! Expect special guests and loud noises. Free.
Preview Aug 4: 00:00 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25: 00:00 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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JasonByrne 117x92 Fringe07
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Stewart Lee - 41st Best Stand-Up Ever! Stewart Lee
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
An official Channel 4 survey in March named me 41st best stand-up ever. At this festival, only Jerry Sadowitz, Frank Skinner and Daniel Kitson are better than me. See them first, and then me. www.stewartlee.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 19:30 (55mins) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 19:30 (55mins) £12.50 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:30 (55mins) £14.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Storytellers' Club at the Establishment Storytellers' Club
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A magical comedy club, featuring wistful stories from comedians and musos ... plus there's a secret audience challenge! But a story without an audience is like screaming love into the dark night. So please, come shout with us. www.myspace.com/storytellersclub
8:40PM
2-27 August (NOT 13, 20) Assembly at Assembly Hall 0131 623 3030 www.edfringe.com
‘Watching Jason Byrne on stage is like watching Ronaldinho play for Barcelona. It’s not a matter of if the magic will come, but when and how often... He’s effortlessly masterful. If you leave disappointed from this show, don’t ever bother going to see comedy again.’EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS www.jasonbyrne.net
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Aug 6-7,13-14,20-21: 00:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Stuart Goldsmith and Jimmy McGhie Stuart Goldsmith & Jimmy McGhie
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A double-header of scintillating standup from two charming young men. Goldsmith ('Intriguing and invigorating' Scotsman), and McGhie ('Hysterical' BBC) are two of the fastest-rising stars in British comedy. Hilarious stories. Sparkling wit. Some jokes.
Preview Aug 1-4: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Stuckey & Murray's Mythical Fornication Stuckey & Murray
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Stuckey & Murray combine guitars, banjos, ukuleles and videos to create life changing experiences. From 'Unicorn Love' to freshly squeezed 'Mimosas in the Rain,' the songs stay with you. 'A hip ... offbeat musical comedy duo' MTV Networks.
Preview Aug 2-3: 23:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 23:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Sunshine Variety Couch Keir McAllister & Derek Johnston
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Take a comfy seat as we travel up the comedy motorway with drivers Derek Johnston and Keir McAllister, through a landscape of comedy, chat and guests. A special show for special people; expect to dribble with laughter! Jul 29-Sep 1: 16:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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The Super Great Comedy Good Show - FREE!
Sarah Campbell, Nick Helm and Grainne Maguire/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Sizzling from London's comedy scene, three young comics will arm you with all you'll need to get going first thing in the afternoon. Free! Arrive early to avoid last year's tragic riots! www.myspace.com/supergreatcomedygoodshow Aug 4-14,16-18: 13:50 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sweating the Small Stuff Viv Gee/PBH's Free Fringe
The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
What's worrying you? War? Famine? Pestilence? Or your missing wheelie bin? See the funny side with Viv Gee - Scotland's answer to questions. 'Simply a Genius' Scotland on Sunday. 'F***ing flawless' Henry Rollins. 'Side-splitting' Handy Thesaurus. Aug 4-6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 19:50 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE SWINGERS
Barry Castagnola and Martha Howe-Douglas Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Couples seek like-minded people for fun and laughter. GSOH essential. Barry Castagnola ('Cyderdelic') and Martha Howe-Douglas ('Doctors,' 'The Office') in brand new, multimedia comedy about the UK swingers scene. 'Character comedy at its best' Independent.
Preview Aug 2-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 16:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Tad Brothers: Murder on the Panini Express JMI comes to Edinburgh
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Fast and furious comedic murder mystery from Berlin, directed by Edinburgh's Johnny Melville. Suspects and surrealist scenarios include Adolf Hitler, The Barber of Seville, boxing priests, Inspector Brio, Sergeant Poops and Jesus. Aug 3,13,20,27: 13:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:15 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Take a Whiff of ...Turpentine Turpentine
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Shamelessly unsatirical, not-remotely-dark sketch comedy. Take a host of famous characters from history and legend, trap them in another dimension, then blend with a great deal of silliness. Comedy where you don't have to think. www.myspace.com/_turpentine Preview Aug 2-3: 15:50 (40mins) £5.00 Aug 4-11,13-26: 15:50 (40mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tales Of An Urban Joker Austin Low
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Enjoy a heart-warming tale about a boy and his comedy show. Preview at urbanjoker.com. 'The most crowd pleasing act of the night' Chortle. **** ThreeWeeks. **** Edinburgh Evening News. Preview Aug 2-4: 11:50 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:50 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 11:50 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Talking Heads Assembly
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
A rare chance to see five of the original 'Talking Heads' - Alan Bennett's wonderful, legendary 80s television monologues. 'Talking Heads' provides a rare and compassionate insight. 'Impeccable ... outstanding, savagely witty and poignant.' Scotsman. Preview Aug 2-3: 16:30 (1hr 45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,13-16,20-23: 16:30 (1hr 45mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 16:30 (1hr 45mins) £14.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Talk of the Fest with Paul Provenza The Green Room
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Last year, Aristocrats director Paul Provenza's ***** chat show included 'South Park's' Trey Parker and Matt Stone and 'The Simpsons'' Harry Shearer among its famous, funny guests. This year, it only gets better. Preview Aug 2-4: 23:30 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 23:30 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tanyalee Davis: Little Do They Know Tanyalee Davis
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Tanyalee will take you on a journey of cruelty, embarrassment, courage and triumph. Don't underestimate her: she is small in size, but her personality is 10 feet high. 'Joan Rivers meets a pile-driver' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tara Flynn - Not Now EdCom7
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
An irreverent look at the question that haunts us all: are we doomed to end up throwing rubble at Derek Acorah? 'Impossible to dislike' Glasgow Herald. 'Refreshingly testosterone-free comedy zone that still has balls' Stage.
Preview Aug 2-3: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 16:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Taylor Negron & Lili Haydn - Satellites Taylor Negron
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Taylor: almost 100 movies and television shows, from 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' to 'The Aristocrats.' Lili: played with everyone from George Clinton to Robert Plant. Together: spinning storytelling and music into comedy magic. Preview Aug 2-4: 21:10 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-11,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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TBC
see page 39 for show information
TBC/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, 7 Baxter's Place, Leith Walk • 0131 557 3838 • Grid Ref: C6
To be or not to be? That's just one of the questions that won't be answered during this free feast of stand-up comedy. Aug 5-10: 18:25 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Tea and Cake
Tiernan Douieb and Lauren Shearing Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Winners of TV's 'Gagging 4 It' Tiernan Douieb and Lauren Shearing bring their hotly anticipated sketch show to Edinburgh. A delightful mix of the ridiculous, the offensive and the ridiculously offensive. Infectious comedy - pass it on. Preview Aug 2-3: 14:50 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 14:50 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:50 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tease With A Twist Of All The Cheek
Venue 150 at EICC,The Exchange • 0870 4000 886 • Grid Ref: F2
The epitome of the burlesque art form. Dancing, singing, comedy and good oldfashioned striptease. Let Mysti Vine, Lady Beau Peep and Crimson Skye take you on a thrilling journey of the erotic and truly bizarre! Preview Aug 1-4: 22:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-6: 22:30 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 Aug 10-13,16-20,23-26: 22:30 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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10x10
clubWEST productions clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor Street • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
10 stand-ups for the price of one. 10 up-and-coming stand-ups give you their best ten minutes in a powerhouse of a show hosted by human gag machine 80s Luke. Come and gorge on a non-stop comedy feast. Aug 5-25: 20:00 (1hr 40mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Terry Saunders - Missed Connections Terry Saunders
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
I saw you last year, I had a beard and cardigan, you were shaped like an audience, you laughed and cried. Would like to see you again. 'Immediately beguiles' List. 'Genuinely heart-warming' SkinnyFest. www.terrysaunders.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 17:55 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 17:55 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:55 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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THERE'S A DONKEY IN MY VAN
ROYAL HOLLOWAY COMEDY SOCIETY
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Colossal comedy concoction combining stand-up and sketches from exciting new talent. Through satire, absurdity and decidedly provocative material, we tackle subjects as varied as religious fundamentalism, mass-media culture and Tesco Value gin. Aug 5-8: 19:10 (1hr 45mins) £3.50 Aug 9-10,12-17: 22:10 (1hr 45mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Third Of The Way Done BAD ASH Productions
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
BAD ASH return with their lightly tragic two-man exploration of broken relationships, planning your own funeral and a quarter-century of hard living. 'These boys are really onto something' BBC Radio
MZA & CHiLL PRODUCTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH ASSEMBLY PRESENT
Aug 13-18,20-25: 16:55 (40mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
“FUNNY AS HELL” “IRRESISTIBLE!” “RIOTOUSLY FUNNY” SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY
’04 ’05 ’06
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INDEPENDENT
ASSEMBLY UNIVERSAL ARTS GEORGE ST 3-27 AUG 8.40PM 0131 623 3030 0131 226 0000 BSL SIGNED 25 AUG www.assemblyfestival.com
www.edfringe.com
see page 40 for show information
VENUE 7
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie This Sketch Group Belongs to Lionel Richie
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Bold original and fresh, deliciously funny too' **** Scotsman. 'Infects the audience with so much laughter someone should call a paramedic' Guardian. (On 'The Leisure Virus') This show is not about Lionel Richie.
Preview Aug 2-3: 15:30 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 15:30 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Dial-a-Sketch This Sketch Group Belongs to Lionel Richie
We Come to You,Various Locations • 07807 164 987 • Grid Ref:
The sketch show that comes to you! Call 07807 164 987 (11am-2pm) for a live sketch delivered straight to you, wherever you are - street, café, bar - within Grid Reference E4-E5. Aug 4-14,16-24,26: 11:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Pampered Private View This Sketch Group Belongs to Lionel Richie
We Come to You,Various Locations • 07807 164 987 • Grid Ref:
The two winners of the 'This belongs to Lionel Richie' photo competition will have the sketch show performed for them while quaffing champagne and being massaged. For details see www.thisbelongstolionelrichie.co.uk Aug 26: 18:00 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Up Arthur's Seat This Sketch Group Belongs to Lionel Richie
Up Arthur's Seat, Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park • Grid Ref: E6
Join 'This Sketch Group Belongs to Lionel Richie' as they perform their entire show at the top of Arthur's Seat. Aug 25: 12:00 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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3 Comedians For The Price of None Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Probably the three best comedians in the galaxy, Carl Donnelly, Chris Martin and Benny Boot say some very funny jokes for free for the duration of one hour for free ... free.
see page 90 for show information
Aug 4-12,14-19,21-25: 13:55 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tim Key - The Slut In The Hut Zoo Logic Productions
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
A gentleman in a lager-stained suit fills a hut with divvy nonsense. (Some poetry.) 'Brilliantly talented' Times. 'A lovely comic creation' Guardian. 'Pitiful, engaging and hilarious' FT. Perrier Newcomer nominee 2001/2003. Preview Aug 1-3: 21:45 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 21:45 (45mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tiny Tim's Men of Steel - Free Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Gary and Dave, of Gary and Dave fame, colluded minutes ago to create this illadvised, slightly inappropriate shtick on surviving life and death dilemmas. Dare you watch? Probably. Can you afford it? Definitely. www.myspace.com/tinytimsmenofsteel Aug 4-25: 13:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tom Allen ... And Other Short Stories Tom Allen
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
BBC New Comedy Award- and SYTYF winner, and Radio 7's 'The Correspondent.' Tom Allen invites you to join him on a series of quirkily theatrical and serenely comical stories. 'Velvety ... grandiloquent ... rich with deliciously trivial detail' Chortle.
Preview Aug 1-4: 17:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 17:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tom Basden: Won't say anything Tom Basden
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
see page 73 for show information
Speechless stand-up comedy and deadpan musical whimsy from star of 'Cowards' (Radio 4, BBC3). 'Snappily presented, well written, well acted, and subtly funny' Observer. 'Exquisitely crafted comedy' Chortle. 'Marvellous' Evening Standard.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,14-16,20-23: 19:35 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:35 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tommy And The Weeks Ed Weeks and Tom Bell
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Tom Bell is a stand-up. Ed Weeks is a sketch comic. They combine to create comedy so stunning it'll make you feel like your mind has won a prize. 'Brilliantly silly' Metro. 'Fantastic comic acting' BBC.
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 16:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Tommy Sheridan Chat Show Tommy Sheridan
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Have fun with Scotland's most controversial and recognisably tanned figure. Campaigns to courtrooms, prison experiences to political experiences. Different special guests every day, romping, ranting and ripping into the tabloids. Book Early!
Preview Aug 1,3: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-22: 19:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £11.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tom Stade: Setlist The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
'Most laid-back stand-up in Edinburgh' **** Scotsman. 'Killer lines while deconstructing the art of stand-up' List. 'Why he is not talked about in the same reverential terms as his North American contemporaries is a mystery' ***** Herald.
Preview Jul 29: 21:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Jul 30: 22:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-12,14-26: 22:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tony Law 'Revenge of the Dog of Time' Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A comedy show from nonsenseville. Random good fun. '... an hour of uniquely inspired comedy' Chortle. 'Law is terrific, effortless ... one of the best comedy performances of the year' Independent.
Preview Aug 1-4: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tony Lee - XXX, Aggressive Comedy Hypnosis Tony Lee
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
With over 5000 sold-out performances, 29 official awards and nominations joining Jim Carrey, The Barenaked Ladies, Nickleback, amongst others at the National Canadian COCA awards. Lee finally brings his global XXX phenomenon to Edinburgh.
Preview Aug 2-3: 23:30 (1hr 25mins approx) £6.00 (£6.00) Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 23:30 (1hr 25mins approx) £11.50 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (1hr 25mins approx) £13.50 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 98 for show information
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Tony Littler Middle Aged Punk Tony Littler - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
Returning for his third year at the Fringe, performing hilarious songs and quick-fire humour, Tony takes no prisoners with his feast of political incorrectness. Seeking 'free' big laughs? This is the show for you. Aug 11-25: 22:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tony Woods from America? The Green Room
see page 225 for show information
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
As an original member of Russell Simmons' 'Def Comedy Jam' (HBO) and P. Diddy's 'Bad Boys of Comedy,' Tony's cool demeanor and sharp delivery provide sublime comedic entertainment. Satisfaction guaranted. Preview Aug 2-4: 22:10 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 22:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Too Good (to be free) Andrew Roper
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Just what it says on the box. 'Roper brings professionalism and experience missing from similar shows ... I certainly wouldn't have felt cheated had he been charging' Chortle 2006. Aug 4-25: 16:30 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Who’s eaten Gilbert’s Grape?
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Toulson & Harvey Toulson & Harvey
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
2005 Perrier Best Newcomer nominees, Luke Toulson (Hackney Empire New Act Of The Year 2007 Winner) and Stephen Harvey (nice hair) are back. 'Excellent mimics and superb actors with timing coming out of their ears' List.
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 17:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players: The Complicated Life
2005
Trachtenburg Slide Show Players
WWW.RHODGILBERT.COM
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
8PM
Lights! Camera! Action! Live taping of a real situation comedy with the first family of slideshow pop, set - literally and figuratively - in their 200 square-foot apartment. Hilarious songs, stories, and reality. Fringe Award 2004/2005. Preview Aug 2-4: 20:00 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:00 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 20:00 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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www.comedystoremanagement.com
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TRIPLE THREAT LIVE!
12% Evil: Laurence Clark
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Imagine the worst reality TV show possible. Multiply it by 10 and you've got Triple Threat: a talent competition without any decipherable talent. 'The audience were in fits of giggles!' Islington Gazette. 'Delightfully free of cynicism' UKtheatre.net.
Do wheelchair users surreptitiously walk like Andy Pipkin when no one looks? Are parking badges and benefit books the only perks to being disabled? All will be revealed ... 'Viciously funny ... stunningly hard-hitting. Go. Think. Laugh' Scotsman. www.laurenceclark.co.uk
Laurence Clark
Triple Threat
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 16:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tripod Scod,Yon and Gatesy are Tripod - one of Australia's most popular and prolific music comedy acts. 'A beautifully performed rollercoaster ride of captivating nonsense, fabulous comedy and music ... definitely go and see them!' Scotsman. Preview Aug 5-6: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 7-12,15-19,21-26: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Rachel Glover and Ailsa Johnston
Trippplicate
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Writers' guild nominees 2006 return. Join Trippplicate on their hilarious timetravelling romp! In a slapstick frenzy of bizarre characters with an occasional dark twist. 'My best comedy 2005' Arthur Smith. ***** List.
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'Just a Waitress' - a bitter, day-dreaming waitress with a song for everyone. 'Doing it Standing Up' - fast-paced, fresh, Edinburgh-based comic. Big ideas with bigger energy! Both contain strong language and harsh truths. Preview Aug 2-4: 20:00 (55mins) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 6-11,13-18: 20:00 (55mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The 2006 show
Peter Buckley Hill/PBH's Free Fringe
Truant TV
The Canon's Gait, 232 Canongate • Grid Ref: D6
Fat Hand Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Truant TV': Previously 4 Gold Stars (ThreeWeeks). Join us as we skip detention, reminisce those school-days and pack in song, dance, film and audience participation to bring you a hilariously warm and truly extraordinary show. Unmissable!
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Come with us on a magical meander through the world of the divine, sublime and downright ridiculous. A sketch show that combines film and live action to create a truly marvelous spectacle.
Two Birds - One Ticket
Trippplicate's TimeTripppers!
Preview Aug 2-3: 13:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 13:05 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:05 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Aug 20-27: 17:40 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Lentil Productions
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Preview Aug 1-4: 18:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:20 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:20 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00)
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24hr Lentil People
Tripod
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Preview Aug 3-4: 18:15 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 5-9,15-16,20-23: 18:15 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 18:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Peter Buckley Hill is permanently behind the times. See a living anachronism stumble and sing his way through 2006. 14th year at Fringe - that's PBH, not the show. Obviously. Unless he really is Dr Who. Who knows? kit_mark117x92 20/4/07 10:14 Page 1 Aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 18:10 (55mins) (Free Ticketed SUDOF) (Free Non-ticketed) E 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MICK PERRIN FOR JUST FOR LAUGHS LIVE PRESENTS
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Trumptonshire Tales Phill Jupitus and Brian Cant
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Celebrating 40 years of Gordon Murray's cult children's TV shows: 'Trumpton', 'Camberwick Green' and 'Chigley.' With extracts and onstage chat with the voice of Trumptonshire - Brian Cant and comedian Phill Jupitus. Suitable for the over-5s and beyond.
A FESTIVAL OF ME
Aug 7-12,14: 14:30 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Trying is Good Josie Long
1-27 AUG not 8 &15
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
I'm trying to make my second show as good as playing uno with your housemates or discovering foreign chocolate bars with offensive names. If.com Best Newcomer. ***** Scotsman and Metro. 'She's daft, she's uplifting ... truly magical' Time Out. Preview Aug 1-3: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 19:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tweedy's Lost Property Tweedy's Lost Property
Meadows Theatre Big Tops,The Meadows, Melville Drive • 0131 667 0202 (Lady Boys of Bangkok only) 0871 224 0033 • Grid Ref: G5
A comedy about a clown who gives in to society and gets a real job. What's meant to be a boring office job soon turns into a one-man comedy/variety show. Aug 6-14,18-19,25-26: 15:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 15-17,20-24: 17:00 (50mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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0131 226 0000
www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh
www.edfringe.com
MICK PERRIN FOR JUST FOR LAUGHS LIVE IN ASSOCIATION WITH PBJ MANAGEMENT PRESENTS
MARKDOLAN I’m here to help!
‘CONSISTENTLY FUNNY’INDEPENDENT 6.30PM 1-27 AUG (NOT 7 & 14)
SPORTSMANS
GILDED BALLOON TEVIOT BRISTO SQUARE
0131 668 1633 www.gildedballoon.co.uk 0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
see page 65, 72 for show information
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Ugly Kid
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Two Men. Two Women. 'The Ugly Kid' is a fast and funny sketch show that simply wants to make you happy. Come and laugh at The Ugly Kid. Just try not to point.
Preview Aug 4: 14:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 14:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Umbrella Birds: WC Umbrella Birds
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
A show about women's toilets, staged in women's toilets. Four of London's most exciting new female comics present a Fringe show like no other. 'Exquisitely crafted comedy of quirky discomfort' Chortle. 'Brilliant observations ... superb' ThreeWeeks. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
‘a hybrid between Victoria Wood and Mrs.Merton’ Times
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Preview Aug 2-3: 16:00 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 4-13,15-27: 16:00 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Umpteen Things Okse
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
Aug 2-26
Comedian and artist Okse wants to tell you umpteen things about himself, his mixed heritage and life experiences from the trivial to the significant! Take a free trip on an innovative yet nostalgic journey that began in 1974. Aug 4-17,21-25: 16:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
(not 13)
6.30pm
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thestand.co.uk
HIGHER
Underground Outcast Bill Dewar/PBH's Free Fringe
The Ivanhoe, 6 South St David Street. • Grid Ref: D4
Straight-talking stand-up from one of Scotland's busiest comedians. Long-awaited solo Fringe show. New stuff, greatest hits, ranting about Scotland. Expect swearing, crying and laughter. 'Naturally Funny' **** List, Rory Ford. Aug 4-12,14-19,21-25: 22:40 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Ugly Kid
20/4/07
THE STAND COMEDY CLUB 0131 558 7272 see page 92, 77 for show information
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Unnatural Comedy Selection - FREE! Laughing Horse Free Festival
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Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
When Darwin wrote 'Origin of the Species,' he didn't have the likes of comics Liz Carr (Hackney Empire runner-up) and Jane Bostock (Hackney resident) in mind. An hour of missing links, monkey business and more! www.myspace.com/unnaturalcomedyselection Aug 5-6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 13:50 (55mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Unshakeable - FREE
S TA R O F E X T R A S A N D T H E F R A N K S K I N N E R S H O W
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Paul Betney - Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
When modern medical science offered Paul a cure for his disability he took it. But did he realize what he was getting into? After all, who really wants to be 'normal'? Hilarious, uplifting and winningly upbeat! www.paulbetney.com Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 18:15 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Up the Empire! Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Take the best in British comedy tradition, dip in a spicy mix of multiculturalism, batter with tasty spoofs and leave to simmer in London's melting pot. Deliciously un-pc sketch; highlights include 'Kung Fu Asylum Seeker.' www.uptheempire.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Preview Aug 2-4: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-11,13-26: 19:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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‘Stomach-clutching laughter... An hour of her time is indeed a privelege’ Observer
‘Excellent. Sharp, hard-hitting and very funny’ Time Out
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THE STAND COMEDY CLUB
thestand.co.uk
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The Very Best of Slaughterhouse Live Slaughterhouse Live
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The Comedy Store's Award-winning character-cabaret team return with highlights from their hilarious back-catalogue including 'The World's Smallest Saviour - Steve Christ,' double-act 'Knockers and Cocks,' 'Four Fat Folkers' and 'The Singing Foetus.' 'Brilliant' BBC. Aug 7-9: 17:45 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12: 17:45 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Very Near Future - Free
Antony Murray & Donnchadh Ó Conaill/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry St Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Antony and Donnchadh take you on a trip into the immediate future, i.e., this afternoon, where everything is completely different and yet strangely familiar. Traversing the space-time continuum has never been so much fun! Aug 4-11,13-25: 14:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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VHS 2: Planet of the Tapes Richard Sandling
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
VHS fanatic and video shop owner Rich returns with more stuff about films, comics, sci-fi and love. This show contains songs and video inserts for your viewing pleasure. Yeah! Aug 3-13,15-20,22-26: 14:40 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Victor
Adam Riches
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Meet Victor Legit. A simple man with an incredible body. Join his crusade to rid society of a vicious evil lurking in all our lives ... DVD Piracy. 'A fine comic monster!' Time Out. 'Truly hilarious, a great creation!' Stage. Preview Aug 1-3: 13:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23,27: 13:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Viv & Fizz
by Catherine Semark & Philippa Waller with Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Vivien Harcourt and Fizz Weatherall share a flat. That's about all. Fizz likes funfairs; Viv prefers graveyards. The one thing they share is ambition ... One very unlikely friendship. And some surprising trips back in time! Original. Captivating. Damn funny.
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Vladimir McTavish: a Scottish History of the World The Stand Comedy Club
The Stand Comedy Club II, 16 North St Andrew Street • 0131 558 7272 • Grid Ref: C5
Sell-out 2005 and 2006. Scotland's top satirical stand-up takes a wry look at our influence on global culture. 'Genius ... a comic master at his peak' ***** ThreeWeeks. 'Nothing short of superb' Scotsman.
Preview Jul 29: 19:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Preview Jul 30: 19:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-5,7-12,14-26: 19:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Voodoo Vaudeville Voodoo Vaudeville
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Voodoo returns to Assembly with the definitive new vaudeville experience. Hosted by notorious puppet oracle Baby Warhol, this magical night mixes cabaret, chaos and comedy with a heady dose of glamour, art and filth. 'Mind-warped comedy' Metro.
Preview Aug 2-4: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,7-12,14-19,21-26: 23:00 (1hr) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Walsh Bros - Themself Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The comedians/brothers from Boston make their international debut after premiering their award-winning show at the US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado.Their singular style blends absurd conceptual sketch and stand-up with an infectious dynamism.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 18:35 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:35 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Wanna Play Einstein & Gandhi? FREE Darshan Sanghrajka/Laughing Horse Free Festival P+D 55x92 EdFringe
20/4/07
19:49
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
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Wanna Play Einstein & Gandhi?
Aug 6-25: 14:30 (51mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
RBM PRESENTS
From Radio 4’s The Now Show and BBC2’s Mock The Week
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War on Worry - FREE!
Gareth Richards and Will Stopha/Free Festival Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
You've heard of the 'War On Terror'; well, we think that's a bit much. Stand-up comic Gareth Richards and performance poet Will Stopha join forces to fight against 'worry,' the enemy of us all. www.myspace.com/waronworry
STUFF AND NONSENSE
‘The kings of satirical comedy’
THE GUARDIAN
4S H PLEASANCE COURTYARD ONLYO!WS 0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk see page 86 for show information
10th-13th AUGUST @ 4.00PM
Aug 6-25: 13:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Watson and Oliver Watson and Oliver
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Two women whose charisma and timing turn their sketch comedy into dynamite. Following their sell-out debut in 2006, Watson and Oliver return with an explosive new sketch show. ***** Fest Best.
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Watson's World (Free)
Andy Watson/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Everyday life becomes cartoon and movie characters step into real life! Imaginative, fast-paced humour from City Life Comedian of the Year 2005. 'An irresistible, infectious style that had the audience rapt from the get-go.' Steve Bennett, Chortle. Aug 4-7,9-14,16-21,23-25: 21:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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W. C. FIELDS: LIGHTLY BOILED Top Edge Productions
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
From vagrant juggler to caustic Hollywood superstar, W. C. Fields' life is a lurid ragsto-riches story, by turns hilarious and tragic. Simon Rae's new play stars Edinburgh veteran David Keller. 'A strong stage presence' Scotsman. Aug 6-24: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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We Are Klang - Dickparty: A Retrospective We Are Klang
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
If.comeddies nominees 2006 - We Are Klang are back to save the universe again, and for the groupies. (Greatest sh*t + new stuff) x (bigger room + arrogantly short run) = Dickparty. Aug 22-24: 23:00 (1hr) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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What gets me is ... (Free Show)
Women Fully Clothed
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 West Nicolson Street • 0131 667 7533 • Grid Ref: F5
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Scott Clarkson - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Gilded Balloon Productions
Scott takes a light-hearted look at life, at all the things we take for granted, that actually really do bug us! Like vegetarians that eat fish, what's that all about? www.scottclarkson.co.uk Aug 6-25: 12:05 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Five all-star Canadians present hilarious sketches about the challenges of careers, family dynamics, friendships and sexuality. From 'Saturday Night Live' to 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' ... they've made you laugh. '... an all-oestrogen comedy dream team' Toronto Star. Preview Aug 1,3-4: 18:00 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 5-6,10-12,17-19: 18:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 7-9,13,15-16: 18:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) European premiere •
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What The World Needs
Working Girls
Ketchup Ken Productions
Attention Please Productions
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
A manically depressed silly sausage and his sadist friend teach the world a lesson. Theo attempts to heal the planet via slam poetry. Stevie is more concerned with toilet-terrorism, emo-bashing and Michael Caine. Strong language. www.myspace.com/ketchupken Preview Aug 3-4: 17:50 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-27: 17:50 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Life's about to change for three Sloane Rangers in this fast-paced comedy sketch show. The cheque book is closed and Daddy is cutting them off. Follow their tribulations as they try to succeed in the world of work. www.attentionpleaseproductions.co.uk
Aug 3,13,20,27: 22:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,19,25-26: 22:00 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) World premiere •
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Why I Hate Mechanics
Wormholes and Arseholes
Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
The award-winning Shameless Films (BBC3 Funny Hunt winners 2006) unleash their riotously funny brand of sketch comedy onto the Edinburgh stage. And it's free! Hurrah! 'One of the funniest things we've ever seen' 4Laughs. www.shamelessfilms.com
'Mulholland Drive' narrated by Derek and Clive: this unpredictable Sheffield duo lead the audience on a pitch black chronicle of their fractured journey to the Fringe. 'No comment whatsoever' - Perrier Award-winners, Noble and Silver.
Shameless Films/Laughing Horse Free Festival
The French
Aug 16-21,23-25: 19:10 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Wil Hodgson - Straight Outta Chippenham Wil Hodgson
Punk rocker, chubby chaser, failed wrestler and My Little Pony enthusiast returns with new stories. 'On top of his game' List. 'Funny ... genuinely affecting' Guardian. 'Huge comic talent' Metro. Perrier Best Newcomer 2004.
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Will Pickvance and the Cowgate Cartoon Will Pickvance
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The bandstand meets the silver screen, between the moon and the village green. Original music, animation, song, story, spun live by Will Pickvance, bard of tomorrow. When the curtain falls, dance to the Cartoon Band. Preview Aug 3-4: 00:00 (3hrs) £5.00 Aug 5,7-12,14-16: 00:00 (3hrs) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Nick Wilty/Henning Wehn
The worst Toast i ever had Fly in the Jam
FlyintheJam brings you an hilariously absurd look at the darker side of humanity. Come with us on a journey through filth to expose the seedy undercrutch of your fellow man. Aug 2-27: 22:15 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Watch Falklands veteran andcomedian Nick Wilty and German comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn argue over pub jokes and lament the decline of law and order. There will also be no shortage of magic tricks and boisterous showmanship.
WRONG CINEMA
Wrong Everything/PBH's Free Fringe
The Hudson Hotel, 9-11 Hope Street • Grid Ref: D2
Some say Wrong Cinema is a bit of a joke or that it's a mixture of half-truths and fabrications. Decide for yourselves at this presentation including live re-enactments! Aug 4-14,16-25: 14:15 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Wrong Kind Of Leaves One-Nil Fear-ah Cumpenny
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 • Grid Ref: E1
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Panda
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The scariest show on the Fringe returns. Late night ghost stories read by top Fringe names. Different show every night. 'A frightfully good time' Fortean Times. **** ThreeWeeks.
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The Witching Hour III
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Preview Aug 2-3: 23:10 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 23:10 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:10 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Aug 19-27: 14:30 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Holyrood Too @ Faith, 207 Cowgate • 0131 2259764 • Grid Ref: E5
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A comedy sketch show based on a train with an eccentric array of characters in tourists, commuters and staff who dare to say the unspeakable aboard a train that could be anywhere, anytime. Jump aboard: www.myspace.com/1_0fc
Wilty & Wehn
Preview Aug 4: 22:45 (50mins) £3.00 Aug 9-11,16-18,23-25: 22:45 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Preview Aug 1-4: 22:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23,27: 22:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 22:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00)
Aug 2-4: 21:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25: 21:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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X-FILES IMPROV
Young, Gifted and Green
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Dean Haglund ('Langly,' 'The Lone Gunmen,' 'The X-Files') takes the piss out of his own show, improvising 'X-Files' episodes nightly with special guests. Every show is different and surprising. 'Avalanche of Laughter' Entertainment Weekly. www.deanhaglund.com
Too busy to commit to a month away from home, these talented Irish comics drop in to the Fringe to give you a wee taste of their unique Irish humour. Ian Coppinger, Brendan Dempsey and more ...
Gilded Balloon Productions
DEAN HAGLUND
Aug 6-17,19-23,25-27: 20:45 (50mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 18,24: 16:00 (50mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Late night dark comedy featuring Josh Howie ('Part shock value and part incisive commentary ... as funny as it is fascinating' Chortle), John Smith ('Jaw-droppingly funny' Funny Bones) and Michael Fabbri ('hilarious and funny' BBC Online). Book early!
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Preview Aug 3-4: 21:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:05 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 6-9,14-16,21-23,27: 21:05 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Zoe Lyons - Fight or Flight Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
PBH's Free Fringe The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? At the White Horse, three of standup's bright young things serve an hour of free lunchtime comedy. (Laughter is meat.) Featuring Chortle Student Comedian of the Year 2006 Donnchadh Ó Conaill. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Zach lives on a farm. His best friend is a tractor. The tractor's name is Marcus. His show is not about tractors. Jokes and diatribes mostly. He is horrible at selling himself.
Zoe Lyons
Yes, Comedy
Aug 4-25: 12:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Assembly in Association With Olivia Wingate
Michael Fabbri, John Smith, Josh Howie
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Zach Galifianakis AKA Baklava Rodriquez
XXX Stand-Up
Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Preview Aug 1-4: 23:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 23:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Star of AAA Stand-Up 2006 returns to look at the funny side of fear. Is there nothing to fear but fear itself? What about wasps? Funny Women winner 2004. 'Razor Sharp' Observer. Book early!
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Young, Gifted and Green
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Dean Haglund ('Langly,' 'The Lone Gunmen,' 'The X-Files') takes the piss out of his own show, improvising 'X-Files' episodes nightly with special guests. Every show is different and surprising. 'Avalanche of Laughter' Entertainment Weekly. www.deanhaglund.com
Too busy to commit to a month away from home, these talented Irish comics drop in to the Fringe to give you a wee taste of their unique Irish humour. Ian Coppinger, Brendan Dempsey and more ...
Gilded Balloon Productions
DEAN HAGLUND
Aug 6-17,19-23,25-27: 20:45 (50mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 18,24: 16:00 (50mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Late night dark comedy featuring Josh Howie ('Part shock value and part incisive commentary ... as funny as it is fascinating' Chortle), John Smith ('Jaw-droppingly funny' Funny Bones) and Michael Fabbri ('hilarious and funny' BBC Online). Book early!
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Preview Aug 3-4: 21:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:05 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 6-9,14-16,21-23,27: 21:05 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Zoe Lyons - Fight or Flight Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
PBH's Free Fringe The White Horse, 266 Cannongate • Grid Ref: D6
Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? At the White Horse, three of standup's bright young things serve an hour of free lunchtime comedy. (Laughter is meat.) Featuring Chortle Student Comedian of the Year 2006 Donnchadh Ó Conaill. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Zach lives on a farm. His best friend is a tractor. The tractor's name is Marcus. His show is not about tractors. Jokes and diatribes mostly. He is horrible at selling himself.
Zoe Lyons
Yes, Comedy
Aug 4-25: 12:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Assembly in Association With Olivia Wingate
Michael Fabbri, John Smith, Josh Howie
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Zach Galifianakis AKA Baklava Rodriquez
XXX Stand-Up
Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 23:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
Preview Aug 1-4: 23:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 23:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Star of AAA Stand-Up 2006 returns to look at the funny side of fear. Is there nothing to fear but fear itself? What about wasps? Funny Women winner 2004. 'Razor Sharp' Observer. Book early!
Preview Aug 1-3: 20:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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african-Ghanaian cultural druMMinG and dancinG Esuapim Cultural Troupe
c central, carlton hotel, north Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid ref: d5
'Handed over to this generation by our ancestors, in effect we can say we were all born into it.' Unique display of African-Ghanaian rhythm and culture. aug 1-3,20,27: 14:30 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:30 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:30 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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african-Ghanaian cultural druMMinG and dancinG Esuapim Cultural Troupe
the Green room, 37 Guthrie street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid ref: e5
Springing forth from Ghana's past, led in each generation by the hereditary leader of the community, the Chief Nana Kobina Amua Sekyi II leads the drum and the dance which will deeply stir and move you. Preview aug 2-4: 10:50 (50mins) £5.00 aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 10:50 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) (£6.00) aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 10:50 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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alBa flaMenca Mosaico Flamenco
the lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid ref: e4
Simply unforgettable! Our flamenco show - with exquisite and sensual dancers, amazing guitar and powerful singing - is accompanied by our invited guest, worldrenowned saxophonist Alberto Carmona. A fusion that transports you to the depth of flamenco soul! aug 6-26: 19:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) aug 11,18,25-26: 12:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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alice in wonderland
see page 110 for show information
Burklyn Youth Ballet
Zoo southside, 117 nicolson street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid ref: f6
This 'utterly charming' (Scotsman) youth company treats audiences to another colourful spectacle of dancing with 'sparkling clarity' (Criticaldance) sumptuous costumes and 'straightforward narrative storytelling' (Scotsman). 'It wouldn't be the Edinburgh Fringe without Burklyn' Criticaldance. aug 7-13,15-19: 10:30 (55mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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the anGel and the woodcutter Cho-in Theatre (Korea)
c, chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid ref: e5
Award-winning physical theatre.An innovative infusion of traditional and contemporary style. Comedic but utterly compelling.Amidst war and desperation blooms a beautiful Korean folk tale that speaks of hope. 'Clearly masters of their craft ... beautiful' Scotsman. aug 1-3,20,27: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) aug 11-12,18-19,24-25: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50) (£7.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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the araB & the Jew Gecko
Pleasance courtyard, 60 the Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: e6
World premiere from Total Theatre Award-winners Gecko.A story of brotherhood, loyalty and conflict, explosively performed with the company's characteristic panache. '... a deliciously warped imagination with all-out physical daring' Times. Produced by Fuel. Preview aug 17-19: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 aug 20-25: 13:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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the art of lauGhter Jos Houben (Belgium)
assembly aurora nova, st stephen's street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: B3
The legendary Jos Houben - original member of Complicite and director of 'The Right Size' - delivers a witty and engaging performance/demonstration in the mechanics of laughter. Unmissable! Preview aug 2-3: 23:15 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4: 23:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) aug 13,20-21: 14:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) aug 26-27: 19:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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as the Mother of a Brown Boy ... Chickenshed
Zoo southside, 117 nicolson street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid ref: f6
A mother remembers the life, and untimely death, of her mixed race son and his struggle for identity in a multi-racial society. Combines dance, physical theatre, live music and multimedia. www.chickenshed.org.uk Preview aug 3-4: 14:45 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.00) aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-27: 14:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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astronoMy for insects blackSKYwhite (Russia)
assembly aurora nova, st stephen's street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: B3
Moscow's Fringe First-, Total Theatre Award-winning 'Alien Circus' blackSKYwhite troupe present a show about passageways into worlds that are other than human and those secret parts of Santa's trip on Christmas Eve. 'Poignant, terrifying, exhilarating' Guardian.
see page 114 for show information
Preview aug 2-3: 23:15 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:15 (1hr 10mins) £13.00 (£10.00) aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 23:15 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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the Ballad
Aye! Productions Zoo southside, 117 nicolson street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid ref: f6
An exquisite physical theatre duet inspired by the imagery of traditional Scottish ballads. Combines mime, aerial and dance to tell a simple story beautifully. 'A minimasterwork that slowly catches fire until it completely engulfs you' Press and Journal. aug 19: 13:10 (50mins) £5.00 (£3.00) aug 20-27: 13:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ballerina who loves B-BoyZ skywalk
clubwest@ the hilton edinburgh Grosvenor, hilton edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor street • 07720 28 5550 • Grid ref: e1
see page 116 for show information
Ballet meets break-dance head on in this extreme dance musical masterpiece from one of Korea's leading exponents of new wave hip-hop dance theatre. A ballerina finds her freedom in this explosive street dance spectacle. aug 5-7,10-24: 19:45 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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the Battle for éire
Siamsoir Celtic Dance Company c, chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid ref: e5
The hotly anticipated theatrical fusion choreography from acclaimed Siamsoir Celtic Dance. Unique melange of Irish and contemporary dance set to live music will transport you to a world of revenge, intrigue and magic. aug 19,25-26: 11:15 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) aug 20,27: 11:15 (1hr 10mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) aug 21-24: 11:15 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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the Battle of stalinGrad
see page 115 for show information
Tbilisi Marionnette State Theatre (Georgia) assembly aurora nova, st stephen's street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: B3
Acclaimed director Rezo Gabriadze brings his world of puppet theatre from Georgia. Through a series of tender vignettes, Gabriadze explores the repercussions of war at every level of human existence. 'Beautiful, poignant, lingering' New York Times. Preview aug 2-3: 12:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:45 (1hr 30mins) £13.00 (£10.00) aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 12:45 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bean Bar ZaMBuKa Mascall Dance
augustine's, 41 George iv Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid ref: e5
You won't see: beavers, hockey or maple syrup.You will see: eloquent joints in action, 6'3" of virtuosic connective tissue charged with adrenalin. Slippery physicality enormously skeletal - poignant foodfights - masterful prime-rib dancing. A parade of moving characters. aug 14-18,21-25,27: 12:25 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bellydance Diaries '07: More true tales from Cairo Daphne Pena
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
The 2006 sell-out success is back! Celebrate the dance's undulating origins, sultry tribal rhythms and shimmying improvisation of body and beat with live music by the UK's top Arabic musicians. Aug 12-13: 18:40 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 14-27: 18:40 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Betty Blue con Remolacha (Betty Blue with Beet) Teartes
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Powerful exploration of the relationship between people, place, object and another in this articulate production questioning the principle of performance. Inhabit our world filled with time, emptiness and nothing. Do your senses direct your life? Aug 3,13,20,27: 14:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Binari - The Spirit of the Beat Dulsori
Old College Quad, South Bridge • 0131 662 8740 • Grid Ref: E5
Dulsori's passionate, colourful and interactive performance showcases the exceptional heritage and spirited origins of traditional Korean culture. 'It's a gripping performance of delicious percussion, crashing drums and rabble rousing vocals' Guardian. Preview Aug 3-4: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9-14,16-21,23-27: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cabaret Decay Unlimited Decay Unlimited (France)
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Ever noticed the fun in 'funeral'? This irreverent trio obviously has and happily introduce you to the silly side of decomposition! Impertinent amusement awaits youmorbid songs, exhausting dances, saucy moments ... an unceremonious stumbling towards the inevitable end. Preview Aug 2-3: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Cafe Cantante Simpatico Flamenco
clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor Street • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
A flamenco music hall in Andalucia is the scene for this journey deep into the heart of Spain. Fire in the eyes, passion in the soul, vintage costumes, dazzling dancers, fiery guitars, this is flamenco fantastico. Aug 18-24: 17:30 (2hrs) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Cape Dance Company Cape Dance Company
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
A decade after their 1996/8 Fringe successes, CDC make their eagerly awaited return to Edinburgh with indigenous works by some of SA's most sought-after choreographers - Sbonakaliso Ndaba and Sean Bovim. Sinewy and athletic highoctane dance for all. Aug 11: 18:30 (1hr) £7.00 Aug 12-18: 18:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Castle Rocks: Breakable Championships Moving in Circles
City Edinburgh, 1a Market Street • 0131 226 9560 • Grid Ref: D5
Now in its third year, for one night only we invite everyone to witness Scotland's biggest international breakdance competition. Past contenders include Brazil, Germany and France. Expect sparks to fly when the dancers hit the floor!!
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Aug 18: 19:00 (3hrs) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Circus of Horrors Urban Circus Ltd
Meadows Theatre Big Tops,The Meadows, Melville Drive • 0131 667 0202 (Lady Boys of Bangkok only) 0871 224 0033 • Grid Ref: G5
'The EVILUTION' threatens to stimulate all the senses with a storming sensational show packed with new acts and shocks that is set to surpass everything that has come before it. All re-born, re-vamped and rockin'! Aug 6-13,15-26: 21:15 (1hr 45mins) £17.00 (£12.00) Aug 8,15,22: 19:00 (1hr 45mins) £17.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Cirque Surreal Urban Circus Ltd
Meadows Theatre Big Tops,The Meadows, Melville Drive • 0131 667 0202 (Lady Boys of Bangkok only) 0871 224 0033 • Grid Ref: G5
Europe's largest new circus. World-class artists from 10 different countries in a 'State of the Art' big top! Aerialists, acrobats and comedy combine in a breathtaking 21stcentury circus. Aug 5,12,19,26: 17:30 (2hrs) Aug 6-7,9-14,18-19,25-26: 14:30 (2hrs) Aug 6-7,9-11,13-14,16-18,20-21,23-25: 19:00 (2hrs) Aug 21,24: 17:00 (2hrs) Ringside: £28.00 (£20.00); Grandstand: £22.00 (£16.00) Side Circle: £18.00 (£14.00); Rear Circle: £12.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Club Noir Club Noir
Studio 24, 24-26 Calton Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Club Noir: the world's biggest burlesque club with up to 1,700 at every event. Glamourous, colourful, risqué. Starring top burlesque performers. Dancing til dawn. 'UK's best burlesque nights' Times; 'The hot nightspot' Black Book, New York. www.clubnoir.co.uk Aug 18: 21:00 (7hrs) £14.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dance Base presents ... GLOBAL
see page 115 for show information
Dance Base
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
International contemporary dance premieres. Company SEO's (Korea) 'Somewhere Else' investigates space-time; Stephen Pelton's (USA) 'A Hundred Miles' moves to Joni Mitchell; Priya Shrikumar's 'Devi' embodies Indian goddesses; and Kitt Johnson Xact's (Denmark) 'Rankefod' celebrates life's origins. www.dancebase.co.uk Aug 8: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 Aug 9: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10,15: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 11,16: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,17: 12:30 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 14,18: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dance Base presents ... QUANTUM Dance Base
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
Scottish contemporary dancers meet cosmic invention. The Curve Foundation perform William Forsythe's legendary 'Duo'; Martial Dance connect quantum-theory and dance in 'ActionReaction'; and British-Asian Shamita Ray explores the invisible 90% of the universe in 'Dark Matter.' www.dancebase.co.uk Aug 8: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 9: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10,15: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 11,16: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,17: 17:30 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 14,18: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dance Base presents ... STRATOSPHERIC Dance Base
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
Celebrating invigorating, stylish contemporary dance from the Northern Hemisphere. Fierce, funny, strange and powerfully individual. Stammer's 'dDumY' (Scotland) and Club Fisk's 'Forestillinger' (Denmark) with Natasha Gilmore's 'Madame Bazié' (Scotland) alternating with Eeva Muilu's 'Vermiculus' (Finland). www.dancebase.co.uk Aug 8: 12:30 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 Aug 9: 12:30 (1hr 25mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10,15: 15:00 (1hr 25mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 11,16: 17:30 (1hr 25mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,17: 20:00 (1hr 25mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 14,18: 12:30 (1hr 25mins) £11.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dance Base presents ...TIMELESS
Everest Cultural Mela
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Contemporary dance life-landmarks. Cassani Dance's (England) '13' duet for her teenage sons; Coleman Lemieux & Compagnie's (Quebec) mid-life-male duet 'Soudain l'hiver Dernier'; and legends Hawkins/Payne-Myers share a combined age of 128 in 'Muscular Memory Lane.' www.dancebase.co.uk
Mountain cultural festival featuring exotic dances from the different ethnic communities of Nepal, representing the untouched culture and lifestyle of this beautiful Himalayan country.Vibrant and elegant movements and costumes showing the diversity of the Nepalese people.
Dabali Theatre
Dance Base
Aug 8: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 Aug 9: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10,15: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 11,16: 12:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,17: 15:00 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£7.00) Aug 14,18: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Extreme presents Unity and Rhythm UK premiere
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Danceforms' The 37th International Choreographers' Showcase
Extreme Dance Company
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Life's issues ... Life's joys ... Life's challenges. Everything that we encounter on a daily basis gives us inspiration to dance. Let the rhythms and movement rock you. Experience a dancer's perspective on life. Aug 7-11: 10:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00)
Dance-Forms Productions
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Outstanding! The dancers enjoy the difficulty of their brilliant choreography. They dance at the very edge of possibility and with a fullness of being that's rare anywhere, anytime. Don't miss it! Aug 7-11: 11:10 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£7.50)
Aug 25-31: 17:30 (1hr 5mins) £9.00 (£7.00)
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Flame & Fury Flame & Fury
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Dancing Forth
A rare chance to see the ***** encounter between Seville's sensual flamenco dancer Tote Conte and Scottish cutting-edge musicians James McIntosh, Martin Swan, Alison Crawford and Luke Plumb (Shooglenifty, Mouthmusic). 'Flamenco passion meets fiery Celtic rhythms' Scotsman.
Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: B3
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Aug 6: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£7.00)
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Edinburgh Branch An Edinburgh fancy display of Scottish country dancing, in the elegant surroundings of Edinburgh Academy. Siobhan Miller supporting the dancers from the Edinburgh branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society with traditional music from Mo Rutherford. Aug 7-11: 19:30 (2hrs) £12.00
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Desert Island Dances Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Award-winning performer Wendy Houstoun brings her unique blend of text, movement and physical theatre to this new solo piece. Witty, touching and melancholic, 'Desert Island Dances' remembers movements, gestures and overheard conversations from a life left behind.
Ricardo Garcia's Familia Flamenca
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
High-energy, authentic, contemporary: flamenco meets the 21st century. Continuing last year's highly successful collaboration: here's a collision of dance and music bringing the spirit and heat of modern Spain to Edinburgh! 'Mesmerizing, masterful ... a Fringe treasure!' www.flamencoflow.com
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Druthers Precarious
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
'One of the top-ten companies at Edinburgh 2006' Oneword Radio. An exquisite concoction of stunning visuals, vibrant movement, poetic text, spectacular digital effects. A reclusive everyman's imagination unfolds ... absurd characters weave him through paths of misfortune and extraordinary bliss. www.p-dance.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 20:30 (1hr 10mins) £4.00 Aug 5,7-27: 20:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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East-West/Caveflowers Hazal Selçuk
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Two separate solo performances on alternating days presented by Hazal Selçuk. Journeying through the underworld as a singing, drumming Shaman, searching for home as a child between East and West. Highly imaginative, rich in characters, songs and movement. www.hazal.selc.uk.tt Aug 12-18: 04:30 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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ECLIPSE
Adam Read understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
A series of transparent images, gestures.Adam Read, former member of Cirque du Soleil and Teatre Derevo induces a violent, passionate beauty.The eternal clown, magnificent art of bhuto, silent chants of ancient tribes, a moment, an eclipse. www.adam-read.com Aug 3-7,9-14,16-21,23-27: 15:45 (55mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Flamenco con Fusion
Preview Aug 1-3: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50)
Wendy Houstoun
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Flamenco for Lunch!
The Great Escape
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 225 5525 • Grid Ref: E4
Flamenco frills and thrills at lunchtime! A heady mix of exciting sounds and movement: songs, dance, original and traditional music from Southern Spain - a fivestar group from last year's Fringe - back in Scotland to energise you!
'What do you do when you find your life is more Heat than Vogue?' Solo show described as 'contemporary-dance by a stand-up comic.' Soundtrack from indie-folk band Sparklehorse. Performed as part of the 'Heads Up!' showcase. www.helixdance.co.uk
Helix Dance/Escalator East To Edinburgh
Flamenco Flow
Preview Aug 4: 13:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) (£5.00 C)
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Hangman
DO-Theatre (Russia)
Flamenco Fridays @ Studio 24
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Ricardo Garcia's Flamenco Flow
Studio 24, 24-26 Calton Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
'Blistering guitar, uplifting dance' Sunday Herald. This highly sensual, innovative fiesta of hypnotic flamencologists, sangria, rioja and full bar ensures that you'll have a truly unforgettable evening. A cabaret club setting with dancefloor for (optional!) audience participation! Aug 3,10,17,24: 22:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Aug 22: 13:15 (1hr 45mins) (Free Ticketed)
World premiere
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The legendary Russian DO-Theatre famous for the award-winning 'Hopeless Games' and 'Upside Down' return with a new bizarre, comic and magical story. A fusion of theatrical and dance form - 'Hangman' is a game and the personage in one. Preview Aug 2-3: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-25: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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I Am You Are Me (Free)
Flamenco Hip Hop Fusion
WAK and BAM/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Ricardo Garcia's Grupo Flamenco
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry Street Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Flamenco meets hip hop for a collision of dance and music perfect for bringing the spirit and heat of modern Spain to The Speigel Garden! A family show which has wowed audiences around the world.
Two clowngirls pursue food, passion, love and enlightenment in a tiny principality of their own: a tin washtub - at once a boat, an island, a bed, a bowl of noodles and paradise. www.freefestival.co.uk
Aug 13: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
European premiere
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Lia Rodriguez Companhia de Dancas (Brazil)
KUDOS Theatre Company
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Imagine a world where the young have difficulty speaking because their language is in their fingers! KUDOS explore the dark nature of the texting craze which threatens the existence of the English language. 'Impressive energy and commitment' Scotsman.
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Incarnat
FNGR-SPK
Preview Aug 2-4: 17:20 (50mins) £6.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19: 17:20 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16: 17:20 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
Aug 5-6,8-13,15-20,22-25: 12:25 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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A naked body smeared red, another holding its entrails in its hands. Inspired by Susan Sontag's 'The Pain Of Others,' this unusual dance piece confronts us physically with brutal realities as it twists and re-twists the knife in society's wound.
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 21:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
UK premiere
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40s Feather Flinging Fun Circa Burlesque
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Come and see the wonderful delights of beautiful fandancers, the talented tongue of the human mirror ball, poi in panties, magic, singing and much more. Different acts every night. Previous performances include aerial and fire. Aug 20-24: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Full Moon Show Frankenstein Pub
Frankenstein Pub, 26 George IV Bridge • 0131 622 1818 • Grid Ref: E5
Come and meet the friends of Frankenstein in this light-and-sound extravaganza as they set out to thrill you! Enjoy a late-night platter whilst boogying to the DJ. Beware of the monster ... it's alive! Aug 7,9,14,16,21,23,28,30: 23:45 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Get Your War On
Picasso Fired with Passion 6 July–28 October 2007
Rude Mechs (USA) in association with Erich Jungwirth and Richard Jordan Productions Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Austin, Texas' Rude Mechs stage a hilariously deadpan internet comic strip. The acclaimed company continue their slog through the near-infinite modes of performance, toeing the line agit-prop theatre's drawn in the sands of troubled times. Preview Aug 2-3: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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John Moran and his Neighbor, Saori John Moran (USA)
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Philip Glass' protége, John Moran is a modern-day Mozart who has collaborated with Uma Thurman and Iggy Pop. His work, a love declaration of everyday noises and conversations, relishes in the musicality of the body. Preview Aug 2-3: 23:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (55mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 23:00 (55mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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KAGUYA HIME 'The Moon Princess' Oginos and CORE (Japan)
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Born in bamboo, grow with moon cycle. Award-winning Oginos and Core presents this, 'the oldest fairy tale of Japan' - with very contemporary performance. Easy to enjoy, while spiritual and mysterious. Feel Japan! www.eonet.ne.jp/~ogino-balletcore Aug 13-18: 13:00 (30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere
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Lacrimosa
Song of the Goat/Teatr Piesn Kozla (Poland) Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Festival 2004 multi-award winners ('Chronicles - A Lamentation,' Fringe First, Herald Angel) return with 'Lacrimosa' - a poetry of violence, a metaphor for totalitarianism and the blind rage of a single person placing themselves on an equal par with God.
Preview Aug 3: 14:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:20 (1hr) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,15-16,22-23,27: 14:20 (1hr) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
UK premiere
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Leitmotif
Andrew Dawson (UK) Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
2005 award-winner with 'Absence and Presence' and director of 'Pandora 88.' 'Leitmotif' is the recurring gesture that unifies and unites a collection of short collaborated works performed by Andrew Dawson.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:05 (1hr) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:05 (1hr) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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World premiere
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Low Life
Blind Summit Theatre Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Desperate, gin-soaked puppetry inspired by Charles Bukowski. Sell-out in 2005: 'Mad, Bad and Beautiful' **** Guardian. 'If puppetry is ever the next rock'n'roll, these animators may well be its front men' ***** Timeout. Six shows only! Aug 20: 11:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 21-23: 11:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 24-25: 11:40 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Maximum Crew Assembly
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
The breakdance sensation of the Just for Laughs Festival 2006, Maximum Crew are fast establishing themselves as the hottest crew, with the coolest dancers, in the world.
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-22: 19:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-25: 19:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.00) Aug 26: 17:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.00) Aug 27: 17:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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MELI MELO II
CHICOS MAMBO Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Sketched with biting affection, highlighting the human traits and failings of classical, contemporary, ballroom and ice dance - even the Little Mermaid's up for inspection! A definite 'must-see' for those tired of the over-intellectualisation of dance!
Preview Aug 2-4: 22:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 22:15 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 22:15 (1hr) £13.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Morceaux Choisis & Ragnarök
Orpheus
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Two stunning works from award-winning international choreographer Philippe Decouflé and leading Scottish choreographer Alan Greig. An Edinburgh premiere. Six fabulous dancers and an evening guaranteed to bring you the feel-good factor! 'Clean, fluid athleticism' **** Herald.
The eternal triangle: art, love, death. Clipa Theater is the leading visual theatre group in Israel, exploring universal symbols and blending distinctive movement language with a highly visual concept to create a rich world of object manipulation and symbolism.
Clipa Theater (Israel)
X Factor Dance Company
Preview Aug 3-4: 17:00 (50mins) £6.00 Aug 5-18: 17:00 (50mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
One performer, three generations of women, no words. 'Unforgettable tour-de-force' Manchester Evening News. Best Fringe Performance 2006. A mythical tale to stir the soul and stun the heart with movement, sound and image. Heartbreaking, uplifting, raw. www.kathburlinson.co.uk World premiere
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Neel de Jong
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Dancer/performer Neel de Jong invents powerful, different worlds. In the way she creates all structures break down, out of which arises the paradox that human feelings become more visible than in real life. 'Genial life-affirming presence ... a wee gem' Mary Brennan, Herald.
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My Voice(s)
Friction Theatre Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
What made you say that? Don't call him. It's a lovely gift. Return it. Call him, call him! You can't make someone love you. Think you know better? Falling in love or falling apart - make your voice heard. Preview Aug 2-3: 22:45 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-11,13-18: 22:45 (50mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Nocturnal Suite The Liminal Space
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
What does your kitchen make you dream of? In a surreal landscape two women find fantasy as their only escape from everyday life. Through multimedia, this visceral experience explores what constitutes a home in today's unstable world. Aug 3,13,20,27: 18:30 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:30 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Nottingham Youth Dance
Vital and vivacious exploration of sensational style, born from a violent collaboration between two companies at the top of their field. An exciting cast dares to risk breathtaking virtuosic dance with a contemporary edge as sharp as a razor.
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Object and Particle Uri Productions
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Contemporary dance performance, created by a Korean choreographer and performed by Czech dancers, combining the spirit of Asian Buddhism and the modernity of European dance.This evocative new production explores the question of a finite human spirit.
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projectWINGS WINGS
projectWINGS: a hypnotic combination of tap dance, body percussion, live music and film created in Prague, Czech Republic.Three Czechs and one English girl synthesize with a musical octopus in a revolution renovation of signs and wonders. www.projectwings.cz Aug 3-11: 18:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) Aug 12-18: 00:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 19-27: 20:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£7.50) European premiere •
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Puppet
Dae-gu City Modern Dance Company
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
A popular and extraordinary performance, filled with passion! Active and lively, featuring live music and dramatic, contemporary dance! The Dae-gu City Company's first ever performance outside Korea offers a hopeful message to fill the heart of modern people. www.artcenter.daegu.go.kr
Preview Aug 3-4: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-10: 18:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Queen of the Slaughter Prodigal Theatre (UK)
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Strike where they are weakest. Disappear without a trace. Win without a fight. An idealist finds amongst ruins the hope that will eventually destroy him. The multi-award winning international ensemble returns. 'A must' Steven Berkoff. www.nightingaletheatre.co.uk/prodigal
Preview Aug 2-3: 11:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 11:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Red Demon by Hideki Noda Cherwell School
'Red Demon' is a touching Japanese parable telling of the arrival of an alien being on a remote shore. This comedy blends physical theatre and stunning Eastern movement, proving a spectacle not to be missed.
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 19,25-26: 12:40 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£7.50 C) Aug 20,27: 12:40 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 21-24: 12:40 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
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Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Nottingham Youth Dance in Association With New English Contemporary Ballet
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Aug 7-9,14-16,21-23: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Aug 5-10: 14:35 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 14:35 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C)
Australian physical theatre directors host a series of workshops exploring bodies in time and space. Performers will be pushed to physical extremities bringing awareness to the art of listening and responding in real-time. www.myspace.com/bigpictureperformance
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Moving Landscape
Preview Aug 2-4: 19:15 (30mins) £3.00 (£2.00) Aug 5-11: 19:15 (30mins) £5.00 (£3.00)
UK premiere
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BIG picture performance
Kath Burlinson/Escalator East to Edinburgh
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Performance-Workshop: Bodies in Time & Space
The Mother's Bones
Aug 13-16,20-23: 13:15 (45mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 17-19,24-26: 13:15 (45mins) £9.00 (£8.00)
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:10 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:10 (1hr 5mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 17:10 (1hr 5mins) £12.00 (£9.00)
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Red Shoes
Company Chordelia Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Dynamic dance/theatre taking themes from the Hans Christian Andersen story and Powell-Pressburger film. A darkly comedic, one-woman, minature epic of passion and horror, featuring aerial work. 'Company Chordelia are not scared to make dance funny' Scotsman. For ages 14+. Aug 19-27: 18:30 (52mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Tap Olé
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Fringe First Winners ('Mousson' 2002) Au Cul du Loup are back with a hilarious journey inside the fascinating world of competitive sports. Uniquely physical, musical, humorous and highly accessible. 'Beautiful' Scotsman. 'Extraordinary' Herald. 'Surreal' Evening Standard.
Award-winning smash-hit Spanish sensation fresh from New York and Chicago. An amazing explosion of rhythm and energy! Spanish guitar virtuosity combined with spectacular precision tap dance choreography. Innovative dances include body percussion and the evocative sand dance.
Au Cul du Loup (France)
Tap Olé
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:20 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:20 (1hr 10mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 12:20 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 17:15 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 17:15 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 17:15 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£9.50) (£7.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Scottish Dance Theatre
Tarnished
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Scottish Dance Theatre
The La La Parlour
Scotland's leading dance theatre company performs 'Sorry for the Missiles!' - a powerful and emotionally-charged new work by 2007 Peter Darrell Choreographic Award-winner, Cyprus-born choreographer Vanessa Haska. 'A company with adrenaline in its veins' Herald. www.scottishdancetheatre.com Aug 21-26: 17:00 (33mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Preview Aug 1-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,14-16,21-23: 23:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Siren
Ray Lee (UK) Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 32-36 Dalmeny Street • 0131 623 3030 (Assembly Box Office) • Grid Ref: B6
A whirling, spinning spectacle of mechanical movement, sound and light. A forest of metal tripods with rotating loudspeakers produce extraordinary sonic textures. Silent performers move within the mass of swirling machines as they weave an ethereal, hypnotic sound-world. Aug 19-25: 22:00 (40mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
'Tarnished,' a shotgun marriage of circus and burlesque, is an action-packed showgirl satire that has been rapturously received, selling out houses across Australia. Whipcracking, miscellaneous contortions, angle grinding, fan dancing, exotic aerials, hula hooping, adagio, cake desecration and more!!
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To have done with the judgment of Artaud Base theatre
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Banned in 1948 before being broadcast, Artaud's final radio work 'To Have Done with the Judgment of God' has inspired four artists to create a new interpretation of the extreme. Aug 6-11: 23:00 (45mins) £5.00 (£3.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Six Women Standing in Front of a White Wall
Traces
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Little Dove Theatre Art
Compelling interactive physical theatre installation that investigates whether it is not necessarily a kind of love that we crave, but a physiological need for human touch in order to survive. www.myspace.com/littledovetheatreart Aug 3-10,13-17,20-24,27: 13:00 (30mins) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 3-10,13-17,20-24,27: 18:00 (30mins) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:00 (30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:00 (30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The 7 Fingers Award-winning French-Canadian troupe (all former Cirque du Soleill members) perform a fantastical blend of circus, physical theatre and music. 'If this is the circus of the 21st century, things are looking up ... a wild triumph' San Francisco Chronicle. Preview Aug 2-3: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,14-16,20-22,27: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sorry, Love!
Tunnel Vision
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Narrative dance, rollercoaster ride through the complex labyrinth of a violent relationship. Stunning, diverse choreography, imaginative, canny set elements and marvellous music.The 'daren't-look-away' story maintains all the intensity of a true nightmare.
An athletic fusion of dance and extreme sport, exploring the diversity of modernday society. A multi-sensory explosion of dance, music, drama and aggressive rollerblading; featuring renowned British skater Chris Doughty.
StreetLamp Productions
Pasodos Dance Company
Aug 1-3,20,27: 19:35 (1hr 25mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 19:35 (1hr 25mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 19:35 (1hr 25mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aug 12-13: 22:20 (40mins) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 14-27: 22:20 (40mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Victoria
Spin Odyssey
Dulcinea Langfelder & Co (Canada)
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Victoria has lost her memory; she's lost what we tend to lose when we get old. This piece is about what we never lose. Stretching the limits between comedy and tragedy, Victoria will capture your heart and mind.
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Soulgang & Bricklane present Last For One Feet-tapping, crowd-pleasing dance spectacular for the whole family. The worldfamous B-boy ensemble amaze with awesome athletics that touch on Buster Keaton, Greek epic and hip hop. An astounding dance odyssey of soul, style and spin. Aug 1-3,27: 16:40 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 16:40 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 16:40 (1hr 20mins) £10.50 (£9.50) (£7.50 C) European premiere •
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Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Eight men go to the edge of physical possibility in this breathtaking synthesis of contemporary and breakdance from award-winning choreographer Tamsin Fitzgerald. 'A total whammy of gasp inducing dance' Herald. Sell-out 04/05.
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visualise - the beauty of science Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
2FaCeD DaNcE Company
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science made simple
State of Matter
Preview Aug 3-4: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-11,13-18: 13:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
Preview Aug 2-3: 16:10 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:10 (1hr 15mins) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 16:10 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£9.00)
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Discover a world of swirling whirlwinds, giant smoke rings and dancing flames. Less explanation; more exploration. A spectacular mix of live science demonstrations, projected images and music. Sponsored by EPSRC and British Council. www.sciencemadesimple.co.uk/visualise
Preview Aug 3-4: 19:00 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 5-11: 19:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 12,14-24: 12:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Woyzeck
The voice of things - toilet paper Hayan Theatre
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) â&#x20AC;¢ 0870 745 3083 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
With the organic blend of unexpected beauty and overflowing physicality, mundane toilet paper unleashes its metaphoric life at its most sensuous which the audience delves into. Solo object theatre performance with visceral live percussion.
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Sadari Movement Laboratory in association with AsiaNow Productions (Korea) Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 623 3030 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: B3
George Büchner's emotionally resonant text is transformed into a new physical and visual language. Against a changing landscape of wooden chairs and using the vibrant tango music of Astor Piazzola, this 'Woyzeck' is deftly constructed and deeply moving. Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;2-3:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£13.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£10.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£12.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£9.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
When Reason Sleeps
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate â&#x20AC;¢ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
The Zodiac
Wong Bik Wan & Company (Hong Kong) Inspired by Goya's 'Los Caprichos,' the Sleep of the Reason produces Monsters, and Chinese Classical Kunqu Dream of Peony Pavillion, the Hong Kong writer performs in Flamenco and Shenduan movement, and reads poetry to the music of JS Bach's 'Goldberg Variations.' Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19,25-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(50mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(50mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£6.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£5.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;21-24:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(50mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Kazus Theatre
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 228 1155 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E3
A magnificent and mysterious dance and mime show that tells a story of the stars and of the signs of the Zodiac. An unimaginable allegory of the people, of the world around us and of our life. ./)2 !$ PDF PM Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-19:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;17:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(45mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£4.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£2.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Acting and Creating a Character
Buddhist Meditation
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Edinburgh Buddhist Centre, 30 Melville Terrace, Marchmont • 0131 662 6699 • Grid Ref: G5
Come and get your teeth into a refreshing, new approach to acting training with this Stanislavski-inspired technique.With theory, improvisations and more. Open to all, no matter your experience. Based on our successful London workshops. www.sweet-uk.net
Learn to meditate using simple techniques from the Buddhist tradition that can help you to enjoy more clarity and calm and enhance positive emotions such as love, compassion and confidence.
Sweet Entertainments
Friends of the Western Buddhist Order
Aug 10-11,17-18,24-25: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Adrian's Edinburgh City Cycle Tour Adrian
Outside Abbey Sanctuary Bookshop, Abbey Strand • 07966 447 206 • Grid Ref: D6
See the city by bike on a leisurely, non-strenuous tour with Adrian as your local guide. It's informative and fun - get the history, amusing stories, orientation, stunning views and so much more. Bikes and helmets included in cost. Jul 29-Sep 1: 10:00 (3hrs) £15.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 C) Jul 29-Sep 1: 14:30 (3hrs) £15.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 C)
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Aug 5-27: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£6.00) Aug 6,8,13,15,20,22: 19:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Come Horseracing at Musselburgh Racecourse Musselburgh Racecourse
Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2859 • Grid Ref: F6
Come evening racing at one of the UK's most stylish racecourses. Located only 6 miles from Edinburgh, enjoy a fantastic night out with 7 bars, 3 restaurants and all the excitement of horseracing. Aug 14: 16:00 (5hrs) £15.00 (£8.00) Children under 16 FREE 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Allen Wright Award Fringe Press & Performers Centre, Unit 3, Old Fishmarket Close • 0131 226 0026 • Grid Ref: E5
A prestigious accolade open to journalists aged 30 or younger reviewing the Fringe for a UK or Irish Publication. Submit your reviews at the Press & Performers Centre or at www.edfringe.com. Deadline for submissions: Aug 20. Aug 20: Deadline 12pm (Free Non-ticketed)
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Armstrongs
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Roll up! Roll up! Whatever tugs your zip, tickles your tassles, find it sashaying down the catwalk of craziness. So, come on down for a unique festival experience of thrills, spills and funky frolics ahoy.Yay! Aug 8: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £2.00
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Arts in the Argyle Arts in the Argyle
Hide in the Argyle, 15-17 Argyle Place • 0131 221 9759 • Grid Ref: H5
A varied programme of arts and music in a funky bohemian venue within the Argyle Bar. Two bars with light food menu. Disabled access to ground floor only. Jul 29-Sep 1: 11:00 (13hrs) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Auld Reekie's Haunted Underground City Experience Auld Reekie Tours
Auld Reekie's Haunted Underground City Experience, Meet outside Tron Kirk, 122 Royal Mile • 0131 557 4700 • Grid Ref: E5
Featured on American television as one of the scariest places in the world.Visit Edinburgh's 1700s underground haunted vault, pagan temples, medieval torture exhibition, ending at Nicol Edwards, Scotland's most haunted pub. Great drink promos. www.auldreekietours.com
Jul 29-Sep 1: Tours leave 10.30-17.30 every 60 mins on the half-hour (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Jul 29-Sep 1: Tours leave 18.00-21.00 every 60 mins on the hour (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Jul 29-Sep 1: Tours leave 21.30-23.30 every 30 mins (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Jul 29-Sep 1: 00.00 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Backstage Bar @ Studio 24 Various
Studio 24, 24-26 Calton Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Every week we invite performers and audiences to Edinburgh's biggest after-show party. Come mingle in a veritable fiesta of the Fringe's finest talent. Be it DJ sets, live performance, or burlesque cabaret, each Sunday is unique. Aug 5,12,19,26: 21:00 (6hrs) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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St. Patrick's Community
St Patrick's Church, 5 South Gray's Close, 40 High St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E6
Burdened by guilt? Need to get something off your chest? An opportunity to confess to an experienced Catholic priest. Open to people of all faiths and none. Aug 20-24: 14:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Armstrongs Retro Fashion Extravaganza
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Confession is good for the soul
Festival Fringe Society
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Conversations on Power and Freedom Festival of Spirituality and Peace
St John's, Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road • 0131 229 7565 • Grid Ref: E3
Conversations with inspirational speakers including Rev. Jesse Jackson, Nobel Peace laureate Mairead Corrigan Maguire,Tony Benn, Judge Garzon and Rabbi Lionel Blue on 2007 theme 'Power and Freedom. ' Full programme from www.festivalofspirituality.org.uk or our venue.
Aug 6,13,20: 17:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.50) Aug 8,11,15,18,22,25: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.50) Aug 8,15,22: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.50) Aug 11,18,25: 10:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Courtyard Readings
Dr. Sketchy's Burlesque Art Salon
Scottish Poetry Library, 5 Crichton's Close, Canongate • 0131 557 2876 • Grid Ref: D6
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Clockwork
School of Poets
Open to all. Come and read your own poems, or your favourites by other writers, in any language. Unsure what to read? Choose something from our shelves. Outside in good weather. Hosted by the School of Poets. Aug 13-18,20-25: 14:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Critical Incident Scottish Council for Single Homeless,Wellgate House • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
'A critical incident is an event of life-changing significance.' For individuals and organisations interested in challenging the Collusion of Mediocrity, don't miss two days of performance, dialogue, creativity and innovation. Booking and full lowdown at www.thecriticalincident.com. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dance Base
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 14-16 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
General/beginners' level classes for ages 16+. Pilates (09.00-10.00 weeks 0 & 2),Yoga (09.00-10.00 weeks 1 & 3). Dance du Jour: variety of styles taught by visiting Festival stars (11.30-12.30 week 1 & 12.00-13.00 week 2). Ballet (13.15-14.15 week 2). www.dancebase.co.uk Jul 31-Aug 4,7-11,14-18,21-25: 09:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 7-11: 11:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 14-18: 12:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 14-18: 13:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00)
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Dare ProtoPlay
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Dulsori Workshop - Wild Beat Dancing Feet! Dulsori
Old College Quad, South Bridge • 0131 662 8740 • Grid Ref: E5
Join Dulsori for an interactive workshop exploring the traditional arts of the Korean nation including percussion, song, dance and games. All equipment is provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. www.dulsori.com Aug 11,18-19,25-26: 14:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Dance Classes for Everyone
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Preview Aug 2-4: 14:10 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:10 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-8,14-16,20-22: 14:10 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Cats 3000
Aug 20-21: 10:00 (5hrs) £30.00 (£25.00)
Drawing, drinks and dames: a fun, fabulous life-drawing session featuring burlesque starlettes. Miniature performances and great tunes while you discover your inner DaVinci! Beginners encouraged, guidance and materials available. Bloody Marys and inspiration served by hostess Ophelia Bitz. www.drsketchyscotland.com
European premiere
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EDINBURGH BOOK FRINGE WORD POWER BOOKS
Edinburgh Book Fringe, 43-45 West Nicolson Street • 0131 662 9112 • Grid Ref: F6
Edinburgh Book Fringe. Readings, discussions and book signings in Word Power bookshop. Meet writers, poets, cultural and political activists from across the globe. All events free! Full listings plus latest news on our other events: www.word-power.co.uk. Aug 13-17,20-24: 13:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Edinburgh Book Lovers' Tour Allan Foster
Dare to be Digital
Biosphere at Our Dynamic Earth, 112 Holyrood Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E6
Outside Writers' Museum, Lady Stair's Close, Lawnmarket • 07989 546791 • Grid Ref: E4
Dare ProtoPlay is a video games extravaganza, a hands-on fun family day out. Step into our world of games, created by the designers of the future. It promises to be the most interactive Fringe event this year! www.daretobedigital.com
A guided walking tour visiting the sites of Burns, Scott, Stevenson, Conan Doyle, JK Rowling and others with travel writer Allan Foster, best-selling author of 'The Literary Traveller in Edinburgh' and 'The Literary Traveller in Scotland.'
Aug 12: 11:00 (7hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 13-14: 10:00 (8hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Jul 29-Sep 1: 10:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) Jul 29-Sep 1: 13:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00)
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EDINBURGH FARMERS' MARKET ECCM
Edinburgh Farmers' Market, Castle Terrace • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E3
Voted best in the UK last year, this weekly Saturday morning event plays host to over 40 of the best primary food and drink producers from across Scotland. There's no tastier way to fuel your Fringe experience! Aug 4,11,18,25,Sep 1: 09:00 (5hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour Scottish Literary Tour Trust
The Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour, Charlotte Square • 0800 169 7410 • Grid Ref: D2
A dramatised snap-shot of Edinburgh's rich literary heritage against the stunning backdrop that is UNESCO's 'City of Literature' via this unique theatrical journey brought to you by our company of professional actors. More than a tour! Jul 29-Sep 1: 13:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Jul 29-Sep 1: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 11-Sep 1: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
European premiere
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Edinburgh's Old and New Towns Walking Tour Saints and Sinners Walking Tours
Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Something that's a wee bit different!! An entertaining way to find out about Edinburgh's history and traditions, experiencing the two sides of Edinburgh, the cultural New Town and the darker Old Town. Aug 4-26: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.00) (£4.00 C) Aug 4-26: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.00) (£4.00 C) Aug 6-10,13-17,20-24: 19:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.00) (£4.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE FESTIVAL CAFÉ
Fringe Sunday
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
The Meadows, Melville Drive • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: G4
All the talent at the Festival chatting with Janice Forsyth and Clare English. Have your say or be entertained by the sharpest minds and the top performers. Witty, challenging and funny. The best way to spend lunchtime.
A unique open-air extravaganza showcasing hundreds of Fringe acts including comedy, music, theatre and dance, all free of charge. Also featuring the Fringe Sunday Stage School Tent sponsored by Bank of Scotland - open participation for all kids!
Festival Fringe Society
BBC RADIO SCOTLAND
Aug 13-17,20-24: 13:15 (45mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Festival Debate
Centre for Festival & Event Management (CFEM), School of Marketing,Tourism and Languages, Napier University Business School City Art Centre, 2 Market Street • 0131 529 3993 • Grid Ref: D5
Today's Festival Leaders: to lead or to be led? A debate as exciting and contentious as the festivals themselves. Hear and discuss how the experts and leaders see their role now and into the future. Aug 15: 14:00 (2hrs) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Aug 12: 11:00 (6hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Front Row in Edinburgh BBC RADIO 4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Radio 4's daily arts show reports on the hits, misses, debates and talking points of the Festival so far. Aug 15: 10:45 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Funny Women Workshops
Festival FM
Funny Women - Laughing Horse Free Festival
Festival FM 87.7, Hunter Square • 0845 00 44 877 • Grid Ref: E5
Introducing a series of Funny Women Workshops led by experienced trainers and performers. Improve your performance skills, enhance your self-confidence, have a go at stand-up or learn to market and promote yourself, personally and professionally. www.funnywomen.com
Laughing Horse @ Ego, 14 Picardy Place • 0131 478 7434 • Grid Ref: C5
Festival FM
Festival FM 87.7 is available on your radio in the Edinburgh area and online at www. festivalfm.net. The station offers all performers the opportunity to showcase their shows, providing listeners samples of lots of shows and Festival information and news. Aug 5-27: 24hrs a day (Free Non-ticketed)
Aug 6-10,13-17: 14:00 (2hrs) £45.00
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Guitar Dharma Workshop
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Edinburgh Buddhist Centre, 30 Melville Terrace, Marchmont • 0131 662 6699 • Grid Ref: G5
C film
Clarelynn Rose, Heartwood Music
Hot new releases and contemporary classics from leading international short film labels. 'A vibrant mix of genre: cockney rap, surrealist animation and the Arab answer to Napoleon Dynamite' ThreeWeeks. 'Spectacular' Scotsman. For full listings see www.cthefilm.com Aug 2-27: 22:00 (1hr) £3.50 (£2.50) Aug 2-27: 23:15 (1hr) £3.50 (£2.50) Aug 2-27: 00:30 (1hr) £3.50 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A heart-based approach to guitar for all levels. Encouraging curiosity, supporting creativity. Connect mindfulness of body, speech and mind with music practice. Nurture well-being by exploring your unique musical path. Free Guitar Dharma booklet. Guitars optional. www.heartwoodmusic.com Aug 2,4,9,11,16,18,23,25,30,Sep 1: 14:00 (1hr 45mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Foodies at the Festival with Top Scottish Chefs Foodies at the Festival with Top Scottish Chefs
Roxburghe Hotel, 38 Charlotte Square • 0131 226 7766 • Grid Ref: D3
A taste of the best of Scottish food and drink, featuring seventy stands and a chefs' theatre with cookery demonstrations from top Scottish and Michelin star chefs. Aug 18-19: 10:00 (8hrs) £10.00 (£5.00) (Free Ticketed C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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George Hotel, 19-21 George Street • 0131 226 7766 • Grid Ref: D4 Aug 18-19: 10:00 (8hrs) £10.00 (£5.00) (Free Ticketed C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Free Daily Walks Down the Royal Mile Edinburgh Festival Voluntary Guides Association
Cannonball House, Castlehill, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
Castle (Cannonball House) to Holyrood Palace. Expert guides relate the history and facts about the Royal Mile. Now in the 59th year. Suitable for all ages. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25,27-Sep 1: 10:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 6-Sep 1: 14:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Fringe Annual General Meeting Festival Fringe Society
Apex International Hotel, 31-35 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
The Fringe's Board of Directors review the last 12 months and hear your opinions, comments and suggestions for the future of the Fringe. Call 0131 226 0026 for Society membership information. Aug 18: 11:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Study Festival & Event Management in the Festival City! Located in the new purpose built £30 million Business School, The School of Marketing, Tourism & Languages plays host to Napier University’s Centre for Festival & Event Management (CFEM). This is a multi-disciplinary research centre able to offer research expertise and disseminate information across a range of specialist areas relating to festival and events: from management and economics to socio-cultural impacts and employment issues. CFEM works in collaboration with existing research bodies at Napier and the international festival and event industry. CFEM also offers the following opportunities designed to provide you with the management education appropriate to the international festival and event industry: Executive Certificate in Event Management, 28 January – 31 January 2008 A four day intensive course designed to meet the needs of all those seeking to develop or create career paths in the events arena, whether they are in the public, corporate or community sectors. The University of Technology in Sydney – a leader in events education is teaming up with Napier to offer this practical and exciting short programme. To download more information about this course please visit the CFEM page on our website www.napier.ac.uk/nubs or alternatively contact Sheila Morton: on +44(0) 131 455 4387 or e-mail: s.morton@napier.ac.uk MSc International Event and Festival Management as a full or part-time programme, with 8 modules requiring attendance at University. BA (Hons) Festival and Event Management as a full time 4 year programme, including opportunities to work with the industry through an industry work placement and live research project. For more information on any of the above programmes please contact Mhairi Leask: Tel: +44(0) 131 455 4505 Email: business@napier.ac.uk
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How to do a show at the Fringe Festival Fringe Society
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
The Edinburgh Fringe is the largest open arts platform in the world. Meet Fringe Office staff and past performers who will provide advice on how to bring your show to Edinburgh. Aug 9,16: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) (Free Ticketed) Aug 23: 11:45 (1hr 15mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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How to get ahead as a Theatre Director Equity
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13-29 Nicolson Street • 0131 529 6000 • Grid Ref: E5
Annual opportunity for aspiring (and expiring) directors to quiz experienced professional directors on career opportunities, dealing with management and anything else you've ever needed to know. Packed-out previously - so book now. Aug 17: 14:00 (2hrs 30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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How to sell your show at the Fringe Festival Fringe Society
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
Meet the Fringe Press Office and find out how to make your show stand out. Get tips on publicists, journalists and how to make sure your press pack gets noticed. Aug 15: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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How to tour after the Fringe Festival Fringe Society
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
Find out how to make opportunities for your show beyond the Fringe. What's the best way to contact promoters? Who books touring shows? Where to next? Your questions answered in person. Aug 7: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Minute of Silence for Peace Edinburgh Inter-Faith Association Everywhere, Anywhere
Every day at 1pm, you are invited to take 'just a minute' to reflect on the need for peace, wherever you are around the city or join us in St John's Church, Princes Street. Jul 29-Sep 1: 13:00 (1min) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Musical Theatre Discussion Musical Theatre Matters (MTM:UK)
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Join leading industry professionals to share your vision and consider challenges for musical theatre with this new networking body for UK professionals and aspiring producers/creatives. MTM:UK's New Musical Awards shortlist will also be announced. www.musicaltheatrematters.org.uk Aug 19: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Not Another Firkin Festival A Celebration of Scottish Beer
The Blue Blazer, 2 Spittal Street • 0131 229 5030 • Grid Ref: F3
A rare opportunity to sample fresh cask-conditioned ales from around Scotland. Choose from 130 beers from 30 Scottish breweries, a selection of which are unique to our festival.Voted Edinburgh Pub Of The Year 2007. Jul 29: 12:30 (12hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Jul 30-Aug 4,28-Sep 1: 11:00 (14hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5,12,19,26: 12:30 (14hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25,27: 11:00 (16hrs) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Feel the emotion.
Over a quarter of a million people will experience all kinds of fun at the Fringe on the Royal Mile. We like to think our support helps make it happen. The Royal Bank on the Royal Mile 5-27 August 2007
Make it happen
Old Town Literary Pub Crawl Allan Foster
Departs Mitre Pub, 131 High Street • 07989 546 791 • Grid Ref: E5
Discover Edinburgh's literary and traditional music pubs via the haunts of Scotland's greatest writers, including birthplace of Sherlock Holmes, Long John Silver, Walter Scott and Harry Potter. Leave the tourist trail for one memorable evening! Jul 29-Sep 1: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Sleep and Chocolate
Planning Aid for Scotland, 11A South Charlotte Street • 0131 220 9730 • Grid Ref: D3
The Edinburgh Sleep Centre, 13 Heriot Row • 0131 524 9730 • Grid Ref: C3
Planning Aid For Scotland
Planning is boring - right? Wrong!! This hands-on workshop event reaches out through performance and visual arts using a range of creative media to bring the planning system to the people. 16+ only. Book on 0131 220 9730 Aug 8-10,15-17,22-24,29-Sep 1: 10:30 (2hrs) (Free Ticketed) Aug 8-10,15-17,22-24,29-31: 14:00 (2hrs) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Continuing on from last year's successful event, a talk, exhibition and demonstrations of the dos and don'ts of sleep, with a special emphasis on what should or shouldn't be done in bed. Aug 9,16,23: 11:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00)
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As the glitter ball twirls, come trip the light fantastic as we journey through time, swirling across the dance floor at the voluptuous Spiegeltent. Themed dance classes followed by a glamorous afternoon of partner dancing.
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Walking Old Town with the songbook of humanity, rediscover your soul! Join actors and musicians in a walk through Auld Reekie enlivened by street theatre and meditation of ancient psalms that helped shape Edinburgh's and Scotland's history. Aug 6-11,13-18: 17:50 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 12,19: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Traquair Fair
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Traquair House, Innerleithen • 01896 830 323 • Grid Ref: H6
Detail Events
Showcasing the finest urban/adventure/action sports films from around the globe, plus regular extreme sports demos from our team of parkour experts and bike stunt riders. Beat the Rat Race in the ruins on Cowgate, heart of the City. www.fringeadventure.co.uk
Traquair Fair
Traquair Fair is a magical event held in the grounds of Scotland's oldest inhabited house. Unbeatable weekend of family entertainment, theatre, music and children's shows. This year the fair goes Latin American with Salsa Celtica, De Ramos acrobats and a carnival procession.
Aug 3,13,20,27: 18:30 (2hrs) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:30 (2hrs) £9.50 (£8.50) World premiere • Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:30 (2hrs) £10.50 (£9.50)
Aug 4-5: 11:00 (7hrs) £16.00 (£10.00) For family tickets, please call or visit www.traquair.co.uk.
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Rebus - A Hidden Edinburgh Explore the dark, hidden side of best-selling author Ian Rankin's Edinburgh. Discover the real locations that are examined in the books, and feel the history and mystery of this unique European capital.
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 28 Queen Street, Edinburgh • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: C4
Enjoy an evening of indulgence, the finest single cask malts carefully and thoughtfully matched with a selection of mouth-watering chocolate-based dishes, hosted by Bertrand Espouy of Plaisir du Chocolat.Ticket includes two festival drams and Society pass. Aug 15,23: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £14.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Royal Oak, Infirmary Street, South Bridge • 0131 557 2976 • Grid Ref: E5
Examine best-selling crime writer Ian Rankin's Edinburgh and discover Scotland's mysterious history. Politics, corruption, power and murder in the real Rebus locations. Unusual Edinburgh stories and stunning Old and New Town views. Finishes in Fleshmarket Close. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rest For Your Soul Patrick's community
St Patrick's Church, 5 South Gray's Close, 40 High Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E6
An hour of peaceful contemplation and worship in quiet and beautiful surroundings. Come and be refreshed in body, mind and spirit. Refreshments served. Aug 20-24: 18:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Royal Bank on the Royal Mile Festival Fringe Society
High Street, Cockburn Street to George IV Bridge, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
The perfect place to start your Festival and soak up the unique atmosphere of the Fringe. Join thousands of fellow Fringe-goers for free entertainment from performers and street entertainers, every day of the week. Aug 4-27: 11:00 (10hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Shine in the Park
Shine Team from all over the world is here at George V Park to entertain you King George V Park, Eyre Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: B4
'Shine in the Park' is a family event in George V Park, featuring buskers, dancers, bands, jugglers, clowns, stilt walkers, stalls, BBQ, tea garden, children's theatre, children's programme, outdoor activities, team competitive events and much more ... Aug 10-11: 10:00 (14hrs) £3.00 (£1.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society with Plaisir du Chocolat
The Royal Oak, Infirmary Street, South Bridge • 0131 557 2976 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 4-27: 15:00 (2hrs) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Rebustours
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Rat Race Urban Adventure Cinema
Aug 4-27: 12:00 (2hrs) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Soulgait sign in Parliament Square, Parliament Square • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
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Soulgait
Ragroof Theatre
Aug 11-12: 13:00 (3hrs) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Ragroof Theatre's Afternoon Tea Dance
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Edinburgh Sleep Centre
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: LEITH
Whisky with ... WHISKY GALORE
Aug 8: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £14.00
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: LEITH
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Whisky with ... FRIENDS
A Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: LEITH
Our tutored tasting takes you on a journey of discovery through four whisky regions, as you enjoy a unique opportunity to nose and taste four excellent Society single cask, cask strength malts. Ticket includes your Society pass. Aug 9,15,21,25: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society with Keith Hewitt Enjoy the perfect setting for this Whisky Galore event. Keith Hewitt shares his collection of artefacts from the wreck SS Politician along with clips from the film it inspired. Includes two Festival drams and Society pass. Aug 16,24: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 28 Queen Street, Edinburgh • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: C4 Aug 9: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £10.00
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Window on the Fringe
Aug 10,16,20: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00
John Lewis, St James Centre • 0131 556 9121 • Grid Ref: C5
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 28 Queen Street, Edinburgh • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: C4
Jo Macsween, from Edinburgh's famous Haggis family, shares some of the secrets of her delicious haggis. Taste some great variations on the traditional recipe along with two perfectly matched single cask Society malts. Ticket includes Society pass. Aug 11: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £14.00
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Different acts every day
Join talented fringe acts for free performances of music, dance and comedy in John Lewis's shop window! 'Window on the Fringe' will play host to different performers every week day during the Fringe. Aug 6-10,13-17,20-24: 12:30 (3hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Wine School at the fringe Case Studies Wine School
Millennium Link, Edinburgh Quay, Fountainbridge • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: F2
Taste and learn about wines and spirits onboard Millennium Link, moored on the historic Union Canal at Edinburgh Quay. Programme changes daily - visit www.casestudieswineschool.co.uk or check with the box office when booking. Aug 4-5,11-12,18-19,25-27: 14:00 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 Aug 4-12,14-17,19-27: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 Aug 4-12,14-27: 19:00 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 Aug 11,18: 21:30 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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'... And the World Went Baroque!'
A Bestiary of Authors
DesignShop UK, 116 Causewayside • 0131 667 7078 • Grid Ref: H6 An exclusive showcase of eclectic products where classical elements have been encompassed into contemporary design; feast your eyes on the simplified imagery of modern-day culture enlivened with the addition of baroque embellishments. Jul 31-Sep 1 (not Mon): 10:00-18:00 (Sun 12:00-16:00) Free World premiere
Transreal Fiction, 7 Cowgatehead • Grid Ref: E4 From Aldiss to Banks (and beyond!) Madeleine Shepherd has collected informal portraits of science fiction and fantasy authors over many years. SF shop Transreal Fiction celebrates its tenth anniversary with an exhibition selected from these photographs. Jul 30-Sep 1: 11:00-18:00 (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free World premiere
Designshop UK
Madeleine Shepherd
Annual Exhibition
Beyond Appearances
Dalkeith Arts Centre, White Hart Street, Dalkeith • 0131 663 6986 • Grid Ref: G6 Midlothian Community Artists are again holding their annual exhibition featuring a variety of paintings, in varied mediums. Sponsored by Midlothian Council. Aug 7-16 (not Sun): 10:00-16:00 (Sat 10:00-13:00) Free
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street • 0131 529 3993 • Grid Ref: D5 Examining how Scottish art has reacted and contributed to international modernism and exploring the relationship between Scottish painting and movements such as expressionism, symbolism, abstraction and conceptual art. Including work by William McTaggart,William Johnstone and Callum Innes. Jul 29-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free World premiere
Midlothian Community Artists
City Art Centre
Artists for the Caley
Bottle Art
Hanover Fine Arts, 22a Dundas Street • 0131 556 2181 • Grid Ref: C4 It is hoped that between 50 and 80 British Artists will submit works to be sold on a 50/50 basis in aid of the Royal Caledonian Schools Trust. Invitations have gone to many prominent Scottish artists. Jul 29-Sep 1 (not Mon): 11:00-17:30 (Sat 10:30-17:00) Free European premiere
Cafe Artista, 94-96 Marchmont Crescent • 0131 447 6477 • Grid Ref: H4 An amazing exhibition of art painted on the inside of bottles using angled brushes. Karl Wagener has been painting inside bottles by hand since 1965 and has had numerous exhibitions and television appearances. Jul 1-Jul 31: 09:00-18:00 Aug 1-31: 09:00-20:30 (Sun 09:00-18:00) Free World premiere
Art of the Scottish Parliament
Broken Threads
Danderhall Library, 1a Campview, Danderhall • 0131 663 9293 • Grid Ref: H6 Colourful paintings of the Scottish Parliament building. Wagener captures the controversial award-winning architecture and local surroundings through the year. One of the first local artists to undertake a study of this challenging building. Jul 16-Aug 31 (not Sat, Sun): 10:00-19:30 (Wed 10:0013:00) (Fri 10:00-17:00) Free World premiere
Fabhatrix, 13 Cowgatehead, Grassmarket • 0131 225 9222 • Grid Ref: E4 Edinburgh Milliners, Fawns Reid and Rosy Naylor explore tattered textiles, tartans and other recycled materials in some subversions on classical head forms. Traditional shapes, created from cast-off materials, blunted, broken, turned into bonnets beyond recognition. Aug 5-Sep 1: 12:00-18:00 Free World premiere
Royal Caledonian Schools Trust
Karl Wagener
Karl Wagener
Fawns Reid & Rosy Naylor
Art on the Picket Line
The Carpet People
Cafe Artista, 94-96 Marchmont Crescent • 0131 447 6477 • Grid Ref: H4 This exhibition showcases some of Wagener's many paintings of strike action. Includes a selection from over 200 paintings of the miners' strike of 1984-1985, alongside pictures of P+O Dover and Timex Dundee strike action. Jul 1-Jul 31: 09:00-18:00 Aug 1-31: 09:00-20:30 (Sun 09:00-18:00) Free World premiere
Persian Rug Village, 34 Morningside Road • 0131 466 7071 • Grid Ref: H2 A selling exhibition from nomadic to village carpets and from finest silk rugs to portrait rugs. From Kilim stools to handmade artifacts. This is the best place to meet my people. Aug 6-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 (Sun 12:00-16:00) Free World premiere
Karl Wagener
Persian Rug Village
Art on the Water
Clay 2007
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, 98 Ocean Drive, Leith • 0131 555 8888 • Grid Ref: LEITH Exhibitions on three floors featuring an eclectic mix of local Leith, Scottish and international artists, which will be appreciated by all. Fabulous views across the Forth with visiting cruise and tall ships provide a stunning backdrop. Aug 5-27: 10:00-00:00 (Sun 11:00-00:00) Free
The Adam Pottery, 76 Henderson Row • 0131 557 3978 • Grid Ref: B3 Selling Exhibition by the seven resident makers. Contemporary, innovative and traditional. Handbuilt, figurative and wheelthrown. Works in earthenware, porcelain and stoneware. This vibrant show reflects the marvellously adaptable qualities of clay. Visitors welcome to look round our workshops. Aug 6-Sep 1 (not Sun): 11:00-18:00 Free
Ocean Terminal
Bank of Scotland totalART: Andy Warhol
CLUBcollective CEO Club
National Galleries of Scotland
National Gallery Complex,The Mound • 0870 118 1859 • Grid Ref: D4 This is the must-see show for 2007. See 200 major works of the Pop Art icon up close - highlights include portraits of Jackie Kennedy and Elvis Presley plus the infamous 'Brillo Boxes'. Aug 4-Sep 1: 10:00-18:00 (Thurs 10:00-19:00) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4 Interactive exhibition of work by CEO Club members from the East Border Region of Ireland including photography, visual arts, film, music, design & poetry. Visitors are encouraged to view, listen and touch the works which are presented on CD-ROMs. Aug 16: 09:00-19:00 Free
David Batchelor: Unplugged
Festival Art @ The BMA
Talbot Rice Gallery, University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge • 0131 650 2210 • Grid Ref: E5 Best known for light installations and his work on colour theory, David Batchelor shows a new site-specific installation made for the gallery's vast atrium space, alongside a selection of prints and drawings that inform his ideas. Jul 28-Sep 4: 10:00-17:00 (Sun 14:00-17:00) Sep 7-29: 10:00-17:00 (not Sun, Mon) Free World premiere
British Medical Association in Scotland, 14 Queen Street • 0131 247 3000 • Grid Ref: C4 A stunning collection of contemporary sculpture, glasswork and paintings on exhibition at the magnificent premises of The BMA in Scotland. In collaboration with The Strathearn Gallery from Crieff. www.strathearn-gallery.com Aug 4-25 (not 10, Sun, Mon): 12:00-18:00 Aug 22: 14:30-18:00 Free
Talbot Rice Gallery
In association with The Strathearn Gallery
Dazzle - 50 Contemporary Jewellers
Fonn's Duthchas: Land and Legacy
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3 Selling exhibition. 3,000 for-sale pieces. 25th year. Major designers from all over the world following another huge success at London's National Theatre. In spectacular atrium space by leading restaurant and cafe bar. www.zone-d.com Aug 3-27: 10:00-00:00 Free
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5 Experience Highlands and Islands cultural life and creativity, past and present, in this touring exhibition from National Museums Scotland, the National Galleries of Scotland and the National Library of Scotland. Part of 'Highland 2007'. Jul 29-Sep 25: 10:00-17:00 Free
Dazzle Exhibitions
National Museums Scotland
Discover Islam Exhibition
Forty years ago today - Autumn 1967
Edinburgh Central Mosque, 50 Potterrow • 0131 667 1777 • Grid Ref: F5 Experience the sights, sounds and tastes on offer among the city's vibrant Muslim community. A dynamic exhibition, guided Mosque tours, engaging presentations, free refreshments and literature, and all your questions answered. Full events programme: www.IslamFestival.com Aug 1-31: 12:00-18:00 (Fri 14:00-18:00) Free
Heart Gallery, 6 Waterloo Place • 07973 988 471 • Grid Ref: D5 The Summer of Love was over:Vietnam, social unrest, artistic fervour; radical ideas in culture and politics arose from the most vibrant decade of the 20th Century. Exhibiting those experiments in art and society. Aug 3-Sep 1: 14:00-18:00 (not Tue, Wed,Thurs) Free
Islam Festival Edinburgh
Heart Gallery
Dogon
Fringe Poster Competition
Galerie Mirages, 46a Raeburn Place • 0131 315 2603 • Grid Ref: B2 Dogon - a Scottish first. Superb selling exhibition of unique Dogon bronze figures from Mali, West Africa. Also textiles and masks. A percentage of sales go to Joliba, a British charity that works exclusively in Mali. Jul 26-Sep 16: 10:00-18:00 Free European premiere
John Lewis, St James Centre • 0131 556 9121 • Grid Ref: C5 An opportunity to enjoy a fantastic display of short-listed poster designs produced by budding artists from across Scotland. Features the iconic winning entry by Alexa Thomson (13) from Albyn School, Aberdeen. Aug 5-27: 09:00-18:00 (Sun 10:00-18:00) (Thurs closes 20:00, Sat closes 18:30) Free
Galerie Mirages
Sponsored by Brodies LLP
Edinburgh - an artist's view
Hand, Heart and Soul
scotlandart.com, 2 St Stephen Place • 0131 225 6257 • Grid Ref: C2 Upper gallery - a solo exhibition of new paintings by Jamie Primrose: Atmospheric Vistas of Edinburgh. In Lower gallery affordable paintings of Edinburgh by Karen Cairns and Ronnie Russell. Gallery open 7 days. Aug 2: 18:00-20:30, Aug 3-Sep 1: 10:30-17:30 (Sat open 10:00) (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street • 0131 529 3993 • Grid Ref: D5 The first major exhibition to examine the Arts and Crafts Movement in Scotland. From 1880 to 1939, designers including Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Phoebe Traquair rebelled against machine-made production, seeking to restore beauty to everyday experience. Jul 29-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 Free (Sun 12:00-17:00 £5.00 (£3.50)) World premiere •
scotlandart.com gallery
Edward Beale - a lyrical evocation of what it feels like to be in an unspoiled Scottish wilderness Scottish Art Promotion
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Handknit Cashmere - Design Studio Exhibition & Sale Hillary Rohde Cashmere
Edinburgh Showroom, Caledonian Hilton, Princes Street • 0131 229 4085 • Grid Ref: E2 Artists include Peter Howson, Adrian Wizniewski, Albert Irvin, Howard Hodgkin, Scott Campbell, Bridget Riley and more... Exhibition sponsored by Pentagon of Growth. Aug 6-28: 10:00-20:00 Free
Hillary Rohde Cashmere Workshop and Design Studio, 22 Moray Place • 0131 225 3948 • Grid Ref: C2 Exhibition and sale of hand knitted Scottish cashmere from Edinburgh designer Stephanie Laird. A unique opportunity to purchase beautifully crafted traditional and contemporary knitwear direct from the design workshop. Aug 6-31 (not Sat, Sun):10:00-16:00 Free
Fabulous 'First' at Ocean Jewellery
Hard Rain - The Exhibition
Ocean Jewellery, 32 Lady Lawson Street • Grid Ref: F3 This year's festival sees Ocean displaying an exclusive selling collection of outstanding contemporary jewellery by leading UK and International designers. Jul 30-Sep 1: 10:00-18:00 (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, East Gate, 7a Inverleith Row • 0131 552 7171 • Grid Ref: A2 Stunning, soul-searching images inspired by Dylan's epic song, reflecting mankind's impact on our planet. Displayed as a giant outdoor banner in the oasis of the Botanic Garden. 'What'll you do now?' Unmissable! Accompanying book Hard Rain available. Aug 8-Sep 1: 10:00-19:00 Free
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International Photography
Leith Rules Golf
The Edinburgh Photographic Exhibition Centre, 68 Great King Street • 0131 449 6209 • Grid Ref: C3 145th annual exhibition of over 200 prints by photographers worldwide. Under FIAP patronage. Aug 5-Sep 2: 10:00-20:00 (Sun 13:00-17:00) £3.00 (£2.00)
Georgian Antiques, 10 Pattison Street, Leith • 0131 553 7286 • Grid Ref: LEITH Leith Rules Golf Exhibition is less than 50 yards from the original Leith Links, a fantastic collection of over 300 golfing items from around 1800 to 1930, which was the most exciting period for golf development. Many items are for sale. Jul 30-Sep 1 (not Sun): 08:30-17:30 (Sat 10:00-14:00) Free
Edinburgh Photographic Society
Internus
Frances Richardson
Corn Exchange Gallery, Constitution Street, Leith • 0131 561 7300 • Grid Ref: LEITH Award-winning, young, UK artist, Frances Richardson, presents a composition of emotionally charged sculptural works that represent a vision of what lies beneath the surface of contemporary consumerist culture. Aug 17- Oct 4: 11:00-16:30 (not Sun, Mon) Free
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Lloyds TSB Private Banking - Scottish Arts Exhibition Lloyds TSB Private Banking
Lloyds TSB Scotland, 120 George Street • 0131 225 4555 • Grid Ref: D3 A fantastic opportunity to view and purchase paintings by Scottish artists. A stunning art collection by both established and emerging artists. Aug 5-25 (not 12,19): 10:00-16:00 (Sat 10:00-13:00) Free
Clark Irving
Made in Scotland
Lucie Fenton Gallery, 20a Raeburn Place • 0131 332 3999 • Grid Ref: B2 New work from renowned animator and artist, Clark Irving. Exciting and vibrant paintings celebrating the cityscape of Scotland's capital. Aug 5-26: 10:00-17:30 Free
Georgian Antiques, 10 Pattison Street, Leith • 0131 553 7286 • Grid Ref: LEITH A fantastic opportunity to view and purchase fine antiques which have been 'Made in Scotland'. The exhibition covers antiques from as early as 1790 through the Regency and Victorian periods right up to Scottish furniture of the early 20th century. Jul 30-Sep 1 (not Sun): 08:30-17:30 (Sat 10:00-14:00) Free
Clark Irving
European premiere
Georgian Antiques
Jewellery of The World
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Galerie Mirages, 46a Raeburn Place • 0131 315 2603 • Grid Ref: B2 21st Festival exhibition - a stunning selling exhibition of Tamashek jewellery from the Sahara, Polish designer silver and amber, tribal silver from India, unique inhouse designs including trade bead and antique glass. www.galeriemirages.co.uk Jul 26-Sep 16: 10:00-18:00 Free European premiere
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, 25 Hawthornvale • 0131 551 4490 • Grid Ref: A6 A multimedia contemporary arts event at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, with impressive site-specific work, performance art, sculpture and architectural interventions throughout the Newhaven area. Audiences can also experience a music and sound installation by FOUND. Image: Jessica Lloyd-Jones Aug 5-26 (not Mon,Tue, Wed): 11:00-17:00 Free
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Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop
John Kingsley - Myth and Substance
My Favourite Place
The English-Speaking Union, 23 Atholl Crescent • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E2 Solo exhibition of semi-abstract paintings by Glasgow artist John Kingsley. Influenced by the landscape and celtic origins of Argyll, these works, in going beyond deliberate representation, find a visual correlative for subjective experience. Aug 11-21 (not Sun): 10:00-18:00 Free World premiere
RIAS Gallery, 15 Rutland Square • 0131 229 7545 • Grid Ref: E2 Architecture is a team effort. In My Favourite Place architects, their clients, members of the construction team and buildingusers of all ages reveal their favourite places in Scotland. A visitor's vote invites you to nominate your favourites. Jul 30-Sep 1 (not Sun): 09:00-17:00 Free
John Kingsley
Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
John Murray Archive Exhibition
The Naked Portrait
National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge • 0131 623 3845 • Grid Ref: E5 John Murray's firm published those who shaped the modern world through their works of literature, science, exploration and politics. Interact with some of the publisher's most influential figures, including Lord Byron, Charles Darwin and David Livingstone. From Jul 27: 10:00-17:00 Mon-Sat (closes 20:00 during Fringe) Sun 14:00-17:00 Free
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 1 Queen Street • 0870 118 1859 • Grid Ref: C4 This is a bold and innovative exhibition which sets out to explore the genre of naked portraits. The wide range of artists in the show include Lucian Freud, Diane Arbus, Gilbert & George, and Tracey Emin. Jul 29-Aug 3: 10:00-17:00 Aug 4-Sep 1: 10:00-18:00 (Thurs 10:00-19:00) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Landscape Photography
New Scottish Furniture 2007
The Gladstone Gallery, Gladstone's Land, 477b Lawnmarket • Grid Ref: E4 A selling exhibition. James Homer works within landscapes observing how they adapt to man's influences. Tracks, waterways and land management provide visual references. This continuing struggle is the basis for some of his best work. One week only. Aug 20: 17:00-21:00 Aug 21-26: 10:00-19:00 Free World premiere
ENLCA, 67 Northumberland Street • 07763 856 046 • Grid Ref: C3 An all new exciting exhibition of exquisitely handcrafted furniture from Scotland's most talented designer/makers. Come along and admire ... even buy one of these beautiful works ... or commission your very own dream piece! Aug 8-Sep 1: 11:00-19:00 £2.00
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Penicuik Arts Festival
The Protect The Human Exhibition
Various - See Website for Details • Grid Ref: H2 Penicuik Turner Prize Exhibition and work by Tomoka Nagatsuka in Penicuik Arts centre, Arts Trail continues in Town Hall, Penicuik Pottery and nearby artists' studios. Also, music, dance and craft demonstrations. Supported by Midlothian Council. www.penicuikarts.org/events and www.penicuikCDT.org Aug 25-Sep 9: times vary Free
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4 Part photographic exhibition, part virtual demonstration. Amnesty International presents a unique collection of some of its most famous supporters standing up for humanity. See www.amnesty.org.uk/scotland for more information on Amnesty's festival events. Aug 2-27: 11:00-01:00 Free
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The People in Majesty
Richard Long: Walking and Marking
Coyaba Jamaican Restaurant, 113 Buccleuch Street • 0131 662 9111 • Grid Ref: G6 A selling exhibition of unique documentary photographs by Rose Murray depicting the people of Majesty Gardens, a poor neighbourhood of Kingston, Jamaica, in the early 1970s. Plus classic Jamaican cuisine in Coyaba Restaurant from 5pm daily! Aug 6-26: 17:00-18:00 (Sat, Sun 14:00-18:00) Free
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, 75 Belford Road • 0870 118 1859 • Grid Ref: D1 This major new exhibition by internationally renowned artist Richard Long is his first large-scale show in the UK in over 15 years, featuring a number of new works created especially for this exhibition. Jul 29-Aug 3: 10:00-17:00 Aug 4-Sep 1: 10:00-18:00 £6.00 (£4.00)
Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals at the Mansfield Traquair Centre
Scotland's Best Design Exhibition
Rose Murray
Friends of Mansfield Traquair Centre
Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place • 0131 556 3882 • Grid Ref: B5 Often referred to as Edinburgh's 'Sistine Chapel', come and see the brilliantly coloured and gilded, biblically themed, Arts & Crafts murals - now completely restored to their former glory. Scintillating and spectacular! Aug 5-27 (not Sat): 11:00-13:00 (closed Aug 10) Free
Phoebe Anna Traquair Song School Murals St Mary's Cathedral
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Belhaven Brewery
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4 An imaginative exhibition featuring work selected from eca's students' submissions to the Belhaven Best Design Competition. Come and experience Scotland's best designs for free at the Assembly Rooms and Assembly Hall. Aug 2-27: 10:00-22:00 Free World premiere
The Scottish Sale
Bonhams Auctioneers and Valuers
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1 Painted 1888-1892 Traquair's acclaimed murals, restored in 1998, illustrate the canticle 'Benedicite omnia opera'. Showing Pre-Raphaelite influence, they are a moving expression of faith. Tours meet at Palmerston Place entrance of the Cathedral. www.cathedral.net Aug 1-31 (not Sun): 11:00 (45mins)12:00 (45mins)Free
Bonhams Auctioneers & Valuers, 65 George Street • 0131 225 2266 • Grid Ref: D4 Bonhams annual flagship auction is open to the public. Examples of all types of Scottish art and antiques will be on view before being sold between 22-24 August. Aug 14-21: 10:00-16:00 (Sat, Sun 12:00-16:00) Auction: Aug 22-24: 11:00-16:00 Free
Picasso: Fired With Passion
Slave Britain
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5 Discover the man, the artist, the icon. Between 1947 and 1961, Picasso worked at Vallauris and Cannes - see ceramics, metalwork, jewellery, paintings and lithography from this significant period, as well as personal objects and photographs. Jul 6-Oct 28: 10:00-17:00 £6.00 (£5.00) (£3.00 C)
St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0673 • Grid Ref: E5 This year marks the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade.Yet this arresting exhibition of photography and personal stories from Panos and Amnesty International shows that slavery is still thriving underground in Britain today. Aug 10-Sep 1: 09:00-19:00 (Sat 09:00-17:00, Sun 13:00-17:00) Free
National Museums Scotland
Amnesty International
Picasso on Paper
So many can't be wrong
Dean Gallery, 73 Belford Road • 0870 118 1859 • Grid Ref: D1 A unique exhibition displaying a wide range of the artist's drawings, illustrated books and prints which show Picasso to have been a highly original printmaker and offer a glimpse into how the mind of this genius worked. Jul 29-Aug 3: 10:00-17:00 Aug 4-Sep 1: 10:00-18:00 £6.00 (£4.00)
Danish Cultural Institute, 3 Doune Terrace • 0131 225 7189 • Grid Ref: C2 Lise Nørholm commands a highly respected place in the Danish art scene. She is using the materials gouache, tape and labels on paper to create a simplified form representing everyday, humorous and recognisable elements. Aug 6-31 (not Sat, Sun): 09:00-17:00 Free European premiere
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Project India
Stenton Gallery:Tenth Anniversary Art
The Southside Gallery, 58 Ratcliffe Terrace, Causewayside • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: H6 Indian and Scottish artists. Exhibition organised to raise funds to create a printmaking studio in Chennai. Work by John Bellany, Alan Davie,Viswam and other artists. Thank you to everyone for their support for this exciting project. Aug 4-25 (not Sun): 09:00-17:30 Free World premiere
Stenton Gallery, Stenton, East Lothian • 01368 850 256 • Grid Ref: D6 Not in Edinburgh this year! - it's all happening in Stenton, East Lothian. A 45-minute drive down the A1 brings you to our unspoiled country village - a unique foil for contemporary artwork from around Scotland. www.stentongallery.com Aug 1-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 Free
Fundraising Exhibition
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Steve Ullathorne - photographs and illustrations Gilded Balloon Productions
View from the Inside City Art Centre
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5 Images by award-winning photographer and illustrator of over 200 Fringe posters whose photographs appear in publications from The Independent and Sunday Times via Time Out and Hello. Including illustrated poems witten by John Dowie. Aug 1-27: 10:00-04:00 Free
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street • 0131 529 3993 • Grid Ref: D5 Exploring the world of interiors as portrayed in Scottish art, from public spaces to personal working and living environments. Drawn from the City Art Centre's collection, including works by Cadell, Gillies and Eardley among others. Jul 29-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free World premiere
Take the Chair
Weaving Words:The Art of Anna S King
Inhouse, 28 Howe Street • 0131 225 2888 • Grid Ref: C3 The Chair 1840-2007 from Thonet to Starck. Classics evoking the spirit of their age were never just for sitting on. 30 exhibits from 1840 to five of the best launched Milan 2007. Inhouse 25th Festival Design Exhibition. Aug 4-Sep 1 (not 5,12): 09:30-18:00 (Sun 12:00-17:00) Free
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5 This internationally renowned, innovative maker weaves delicate magic using a multitude of materials. Her woven tapestry, basket weaving and papermaking combine the creation of diminutive jewels of natural perfection with enchanting storytelling. Jun 15-Oct 28: 10:00-17:00 Free
Inhouse
Tea and Tigers: Stories of Scotland and South Asia NLS
National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge • 0131 623 3845 • Grid Ref: E5 Scottish soldiers, doctors, missionaries, traders, politicians and travellers all made their mark on India. Come along and hear their stories. Jun 30-Sep 30: 10:00-17:00 (closes 20:00 during Fringe) (Sun 14:00-17:00) Free
Test of Time: 70 Years of Saltire Housing Awards
National Museums Scotland
West End Craft and Design Fair 3D/2D Craft and Design Fairs
St John's, Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road 0131 229 7565 • Grid Ref: E3 80 exhibitors every day with changeovers each Monday. An absolute must if you like buying contemporary work from the makers, artists and designers. One of the Festival's liveliest daytime venues. www.3d2d.co.uk Aug 4-26 (not Sun 5): 11:00-18:00 Free
Where seeing is NOT believing! Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
Kathleen Munro
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4 The exhibition reviews the changing character of housing in Scotland over the past seven decades and includes; archive images, interviews with residents of award-winning schemes and contextual material on housing policy. Aug 4-22: 10:00-18:00 Free UK premiere
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, Castlehill, Royal Mile • 0131 226 3709 • Grid Ref: E4 Spy on passers-by in the street - pick them up in your hand. Amazing optical illusions, mega hands-on fun. Stunning holograms, fabulous rooftop views, cool Morphing Machine! New for 2007: see The Fishtank - it's splashtastic! Jul 29-Sep 1: 09:30-19:30 (Last presentation 18:30) £7.50 (£6.00) (£5.00 C)
Textiles of the Southern Silk Route
William Eggleston - Portraits 1974
The Nomads Tent, 21 St Leonard's Lane • 0131 662 1612 • Grid Ref: F6 This selling exhibition, which includes a published private collection, looks at a fabulous array of embroideries, chapans, chyrpys, dress fronts, sleeve and trouser cuffs, dowry pieces and hats from Afghanistan, Chitral and Swat. Aug 2-Sep 1: 10:00-17:00 (Sun 12:00-16:00) Free European premiere
Inverleith House - Royal Botanic Garden, Arboretum Place/Inverleith Row • 0131 248 2983 • Grid Ref: A3 Extraordinary new prints by the 'Father of Colour Photography' depicitng life in Memphis, Tennessee, shown by the artist for the first time, in natural light, in 'the most beautiful art venue of the Festival'. Jul 28-Oct 14: 10:00-17:30 Free World premiere
The Nomads Tent
25 Years of Controversy
Festival of Spirituality and Peace
St John's, Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road 0131 229 7565 • Grid Ref: E3 For 25 years, St John's has been known as 'the church with the murals', commenting on topical issues of the day, often controversially. Our retrospective gathers the best of these images. See www.festivalofspirituality.org.uk for more. Aug 5-26: 08:00-18:00 Free
Inverleith House
William Kentridge Prints - Published by David Krut, New York Edinburgh Printmakers
Edinburgh Printmakers, 23 Union Street • 0131 557 2479 • Grid Ref: C5 A solo exhibition of prints by globally acclaimed artist William Kentridge, created over the last 37 years, the works in this exhibition have not been shown in Scotland before. Jul 21-Sep 8: 10:00-18:00 (not Sun, Mon) Free UK premiere
Two Voices - Botany Behind the Scenes
Zimbabwe Sculpture
Inverleith House - Royal Botanic Garden, Arboretum Place/Inverleith Row • 0131 248 2983 • Grid Ref: A3 Photographs by Rosita McKenzie, who is blind, and tactile images by Lara Latcham revealing the story of botanical research at the garden in an exhibition accessible to all, including those with visual impairments. Jul 28-Oct 14: 10:00-17:30 Free UK premiere
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2 Vhukutiwa Gallery returns for its 5th exhibition of small scale sculpture, presenting a haunting range of work, all with a remarkable tactile quaility evoking a world part natural, part spirit-orientated, from some of the finest sculptors in the world. Aug 2-26 (not Mon): 10:00-20:00 Free
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if.comedy the intelligent finance comedy awards
Phil Nichol
if.comedy Award Winner 2006
THE UNOFFICIAL OSCARS OF COMEDY on Saturday 25th August at midnight Phil Nichol, JoSie loNg and MArk WAtSoN will hand over the comedy baton to the 2007 winners of the if.comedy awards, the most prestigious awards in comedy
Josie long
if.comedy Best Newcomer 2006
Where’s the smart money going this year?
www.ifcomedy.com Mark Watson
if.comedy Panel Prize 2006
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Aaron Ross: Daylight
Alex Yellowlees Hot Club Quartet
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Vancouver's singer/songwriter known as the 'Butterfly Man' performs songs from his debut album. Aaron Ross is a Canadian cavalier, travelling the world in a shameless pursuit of life's pleasures, playing music to seduce and simmer the soul.
'Yellowlees is little short of masterful!' Scotsman. 'Brilliant, don't miss them!' Edinburgh Jazz Festival. 'Outstanding musicianship' Ivrea Festival, Italy. Think Grappelli. Think Yellowlees! Scotland's jazz fiddler psychiatrist and virtuosi will swing you into good health!
Alex Yellowlees
Lit Fuse Records
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Aberdeen Chorus of Sweet Adelines St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Amanda Palmer
A lively presentation of women's barbershop singing spanning many musical styles including songs from the shows, popular music, gospel and Scottish music performed by the award winning 90 strong Aberdeen Chorus of Sweet Adelines. www.aberdeenchorus.co.uk
The Dresden Dolls vocalist/songwriter/pianist brings her intimate punk-cabaret show to Edinburgh after finishing an original musical with the American Repertory Theatre in Boston. Palmer is also recording a solo album with Ben Folds to be released in 2008.
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Adrian Sims returns with a second programme of Chopin gems, including the 2nd Scherzo, the 2nd Ballade and the F sharp minor Polonaise. Aug 20: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Isaacs is no ordinary crooner. With a voice to die for, his velvety tones and highkicking high jinx will blow you away. Backed by the world-class Dave Connolly Big Band this is swing as you've never experienced. Aug 13-17: 17:00 (50mins) £14.00 (£12.00)
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Acoustic Edinburgh Festival
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The best live music ... unplugged. Every Tuesday, five spectacular sets from across the musical spectrum, including headlines from our critically acclaimed featured artists: Gecko3 (7th), Pauline Taylor (14th), tbc (21st). DJ Si provides lounging grooves. See www.acousticedinburgh.com for full listings. Aug 7,14,21: 21:00 (3hrs) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
EPO invite you to enjoy an evening of Mozart and Elgar with them. Programme includes 'Marriage of Figaro' overture, Clarinet concerto and Elgar 'Enigma' variations. Conducted by Robert Dick. Aug 19: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£6.00) (£3.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Adam Bulley & Malcolm MacFarlane
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
This multi-instrumental duo perform an array of sounds from early guitar music through soundscapes, Burns, Scottish music, acoustic Americana and originals. These virtuosi create an experience even greater than the sums of its parts. Aug 12-15: 21:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Airy Delights
St Clements Wind Ensemble Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
'One of the highlights of the Fringe - a must see' Three Weeks. SCWE are presenting Richard Strauss' sumptuous Sonatina No. 1, Frank Martin's jazzy wind concerto and Darius Milhaud's funky impression of the world's inception. Aug 14-16: 17:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Jan Akkerman NEM Productions
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
A rare opportunity to see one of the world's greatest guitarists up close and solo! Ex-Focus frontman, Akkerman, will be playing an acoustic set taken from his extensive and eclectic repertoire of original compositions and jazz standards. Aug 21: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Fraser, recognised throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced, in concert with the wonderful young American cellist Haas. Dazzling teamwork and driving, dancing rhythms. A rare Edinburgh appearance. Aug 17: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Edinburgh Philharmonic Orchestra
Medina & Negociants, 45-47 Lothian Street • 0131 225 6313 • Grid Ref: F5
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Annual Mozart Concert and Elgar Enigma Variations
Acoustic Edinburgh
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Jason Isaacs & The Dave Connolly Big Band
Adrian Sims
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Ambassadors of Swing
Absolutely Chopin 2
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Arirang - Life and Death
Bach and Handel on the Fringe
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Arirang Group of Hae-Ok Jang
St Andrew's and St George's Church Choir
An exploration of the notions of life and death through the traditional music and dance of Korea. Representation of humanity through one nation's history and tradition. Aug 12: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bach and Purcell: Chamber Works
An Audience with Dana Gillespie
Edinburgh Symphony Baroque
clubWEST productions
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Award-winning British Blues Diva with award-winning Austrian pianist Joachim Palden. Blues and Boogiewoogie like you've never heard. With over forty albums released, Dana is truly one of our National Treasures. Pure Blues Gold. Aug 19-25: 21:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Glorious music including Handel's 'Zadok the Priest', Bach's cantata 'Jauchzet Gott' and the wonderful Bach double violin concerto all performed by one of Edinburgh's leading church choirs with musicians from Scottish Opera.
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Edinburgh Symphony Baroque present an early evening programme of small scale Baroque Music, including works by Bach and Purcell. 'Hear Baroque Music played and sung with the light silvery crispness ... it demands,' 'unmissable' Edinburghguide.com 2005. Aug 11: 17:30 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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An Audience With John Otway
Bach for Breakfast
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
ROSL ARTS
John Otway
The Two Hit Wonder returns to Edinburgh. 'He'll never make a record as good as his live shows, but the world is a better place for him. A national treasure' Q Magazine. The ultimate cult. Aug 12-18: 21:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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An Audience with Ziggy Stardust´s Sister Barbara Spitz
European premiere
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Bang On!
A surreal trip through David Bowie's glam rock landscapes by the British/Viennese entertainer Barbara Spitz, accompanied by an international set of musicians. The show celebrated its sold out premiere in Vienna in 2006. Unmissable! 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Aug 13,15,17,20,22,24: 09:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
BANG ON! - THE JOY OF JUNK
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 12-18: 15:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50)
Eighth year of ROSL ARTS' sell-out series: musicians including cellist Brian O'Kane and pianist Daniel de Borah perform works by Bach and other composers. Different artists and programmes each concert. Tea/coffee and pastries afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Well-loved street performers Bang On! create captivating rhythms using anything from plastic bags and watering cans to a huge junk drum kit, combining music with amazing technique and showmanship. Fun for all ages. www.bangon.net Preview Aug 2: 14:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) (£14.00 F) Aug 3-6,8-12,14-19,21-27: 14:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) (£20.00 F) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Barb Jungr Sings Bob Dylan Festival Highlights
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
'Possibly the best interpreter of Dylan's songs' Billy Bragg. 'Of all the takes on Dylan, none is more essential' New York Sun. 'Effortlessly virtuosic' **** Guardian. 'Jungr's voice is truly a thing of wonder' Express. Aug 20: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Beating of the Russian Heart Koleso Folk-Show Group
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Come discover the bright, fascinating world of traditional Russian Folk music and dance. With beautiful costumes and traditional instruments we bring you a real Russian holiday atmosphere.You can also join in the fun! www.folk-show.ru Aug 2-12,21-26: 18:05 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
World premiere
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Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4 Aug 14-19: 12:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Beethoven Diabelli Variations Geoffrey Dancer
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Geoffrey Dancer devotes his second recital solely to Beethoven's last mighty work for the piano. Aug 17: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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royal over-seas league, overseas house, 100 princes street • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D3
theatre Workshop, 34 hamilton place • 0131 226 5425 • grid ref: B2
ROSL ARTS
Sounds of Progress
Beethoven and his contemporaries performed by award-winning musicians including: pianists Martin Cousin and Alasdair Beatson, cellist John Myerscough and the Antipodes Quartet. Different programmes and artists for each concert. Tea/coffee and pastries afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 14,16,21,23: 09:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Assembly @ george street, Assembly rooms, 54 george street • 0131 623 3030 • grid ref: D4
After a sell-out run of 9 months in Manhattan's Solo Playhouse, Stewart D'Arrietta presents his acclaimed cabaret celebrating the music of Tom Waits. 'Rock-solid emotion' New York Times, 'Electrifying' Variety. preview Aug 2-3: 23:59 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22: 23:59 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 23:59 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00)
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T on the Fringe
the liquid room, 9c Victoria street • 0870 169 0100 • grid ref: E4
A showcase of some of the best new unsigned Scottish Bands. Now in its 7th year as part of the Fringe, this is always a popular night.
uK premiere
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BiAnCA
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BluEs BrothErs BAnnED The Blues are back in town. Rhythm, soul and ska slip back to Scotland after their 2006 sell-out season. Featuring a trunk full of stolen surprises and soulful shenanigans, this is the ultimate party to end your night! www.bluesbrothersbanned.co.uk Aug 13,20,27: 23:55 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 23:55 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 18-19,25-26: 23:55 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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BluEs BrothErs Do it in EDinBurgh Chimeric Productions
clubWEst@ three sisters,three sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • grid ref: E5
Bianca sings like an angel - signed to Warner releasing two albums - singles include 'So Fine', 'Business', and 'Heaven' which won the Miami Winter Dance Award. Toured with Jools Holland, Gary Barlow, Thank You for the Music - she's the business. Aug 5-11: 21:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Get up out of your seats people, let's see you groovin' to the beats of this awesome band. Throw your hands up in air and shout, 'cos tonight the Blues Brothers are in town! www.chimeric.info Aug 1-3: 23:50 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10: 23:50 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11: 23:50 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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clubWEST productions
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C, Chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • grid ref: E5
thE BEst oF t-BrEAK
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World premiere
C, Chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • grid ref: E5
Assembly and Tim Woods
Aug 18: 19:00 (3hrs) £5.00
Aug 9-15,17-18: 22:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£5.00)
Blues Brothers Banned
BElly oF A DrunKEn piAno
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Sally Clay and Gustav Drool from the last freakshow, 'Heelz' and 'Heid' in cabaret. A musical melange of beautiful tunes, pithy songs, divine ballads and downright bad taste. 'Exquisite singing ... Potent ... Thought provoking' Stage.
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Ludus Baroque
Canongate Kirk, Canongate, royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D6
Performed with gut strings, natural brass, a vivacious chorus and a stellar line up of international soloists, this promises to be an unmissable evening. Let your spirit soar with this glorious music. Aug 8-9: 19:30 (2hrs) £12.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Big BAnD sWing
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Spiegeltent International Presents
Red Hot Swing
st Andrew's & st george's Church, 13 george street • 0131 225 3847 • grid ref: D4
The exciting 11-piece Red Hot Swing return to the Fringe with their enthusiastic mix of classic Big Band Swing and laid back vocals. If swing's your thing - this is one not to miss! www.redhotswing.co.uk Aug 24: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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thE BlACK sEEDs Black Seeds
the spiegel garden, george square gardens • 0131 667 8940 • grid ref: F5
Playing a unique blend of reggae, funk and dub, this band have been wowing audiences across the globe with their upbeat live performances. With gold and double-platinum selling albums they are one of New Zealand's finest bands! Aug 6-8: 23:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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BlAzin' FiDDlEs Blazin' Fiddles
Assembly @ the Queen's hall, Clerk street • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • grid ref: g6
The award-winning group from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland returns to Queens Hall. Fiddles and bows blaze away with guitar and piano for one of the most exciting ensembles ever to take to the stage. Aug 18-19: 20:30 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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BlAzin' FiDDlEs
The Spiegeltent, The Bosco Theater, bars under the stars & sensational side show attractions
Amanda Palmer (The Camille True Live (TheDresden DresdenDolls) Dolls) The Wilders The Shuffle Club Mikelangelo Meow Meow The Black Seeds That 1 Guy Ali McGregor’s Midnight Lullabies && Garden Cabaret Luminescent Orchestrii Orchestra Del Sol Things People Do To Fall In Love The Magic Number Carus & the True Believers Harper Shooglenifty Tam White Flame & Fury Paprika Balkanicus The Loveboat Big Band Hotel California
Blazin' Fiddles
Brunton theatre, ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • grid ref: F6
Scotland's award-winning group draws the distinct flavour of fiddle music from their region of the Highlands and Islands. From solo to ensemble sets they return to the Brunton Theatre to raise the roof with their fiery blend. Aug 20-21: 19:30 (1hr 50mins) £13.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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BrAhMs At tEAtiME
CADEnzA At thE FringE
royal over-seas league, overseas house, 100 princes street • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D3
greyfriars Kirk, greyfriars place, Candlemaker row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • grid ref: E5
Brahms and other Romantic composers performed by award-winning musicians including: Timothy Orpen, clarinet, cellists Brian O'Kane and John Myerscough, pianists Alasdair Beatson and Simon Lepper. Different programmes and artists each concert. Tea/coffee and shortbread afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk
Poulenc: 'Gloria'; Rutter: 'Magnificat'; Mendelssohn: 'Sechs Sprüche.' Cadenza Choir, Musical Director Jenny Sumerling, with Edinburgh Philharmonic. Kate Valentine (soprano). Three wonderful musical masterpieces performed in a historic setting by one of Edinburgh's foremost choirs.
ROSL ARTS
Cadenza
Aug 14,16,21,23: 16:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
Aug 18: 20:00 (2hrs) £15.00 (£12.00) (£2.00 C)
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CAlEDon
the liquid room, 9c Victoria street • 0870 169 0100 • grid ref: E4
Brunton theatre, ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • grid ref: F6
T on the Fringe
Caledon
From Manhattan, intelligent Emo/Pop Punk. Album 'The Devil and God are Raging Inside Me', big hit with Kerrang and NME. Aug 22: 19:00 (3hrs) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sandy Brechin
Acoustic Music Centre @ st Brides,10 orwell terrace • 0131 346 1405 • grid ref: F1
Original and traditional songs and tunes from Edinburgh's own accordion ace, Sandy Brechin and the 'new young voice of the Borders' - singer/guitarist Ewan Wilkinson, plus guest appearance from Skye's top fiddler, Ronan Martin. www.brechin-all-records.com Aug 22: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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st Andrew's & st george's Church, 13 george street • 0131 225 3847 • grid ref: D4
Works by Britten, Walton, and Bax performed by up-and-coming young arranger and pianist, Iain Farrington. www.iainfarrington.com/ Aug 18: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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BurACh
Acoustic Music Centre @ st Brides,10 orwell terrace • 0131 346 1405 • grid ref: F1
Fronted by the wild box man, Sandy Brechin, the kings of 'Heavy Folk' present a nonstop 75 minutes of groovin' tune sets and fantastic songs. Featuring Gavin Marwick (fiddle), David Taylor (guitar/vocals), Chris Agnew (bass/vocals) and Alan Brown (drums). Aug 23: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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CAlEDoniAn FolK & BluEs At thE guilDForD Yard Of Ale, Sam Tweeddale & Guests
guildford Arms, 1 West register street (off East End princes street) • 0131 556 4312 • grid ref: D5
Best and longest running free Fringe music event; hosted by two great local bands and guests. No better way to enjoy Caledonian Ale. www.guildfordarms.com 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Camerata Ritmata
Brunton theatre, ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • grid ref: F6
A unique, virtuosic and varied programme covering classical, jazz, Latin and guitar styles. Musicians include guitarist Simon Thacker, the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra's Brazilian bassist Mario Caribe and French legend Claude Bolling. 'The effect is dazzling' Scotsman. Fringe Mag£13.00 Adverts Aug 24: 19:30Fest (1hr 45mins) (£10.50) 16/4/07 15:28 Page 1 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Sandy Brechin
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Iain Farrington
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Scotland's tenors are back with their all new live'n' kickin' show. The powerful tenor voices bring you a highly entertaining evening of great Scottish and popular music. Scotland's 'three divine voices' Edinburgh Evening News. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
BrEChin, WilKinson, MArtin
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Burns For A' thAt
Weatherby, Morran, Brechin, Freeman
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Diverse Attractions, riddles Court, 322 lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • grid ref: E4
Foot-tapping instrumental/vocal Scottish folk music on accordion, cittern, guitar, cello, voices. Ideal show for families. Scotland's finest musicians - from Linn 'Complete Burns' CDs. 'Great voices, great songs, tasteful arrangements - who could ask for more?' Folk Roots. Aug 6-11: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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BuxtEhuDE AnD FriEnDs Organ Recital Series
st Andrew's & st george's Church, 13 george street • 0131 225 3847 • grid ref: D4
Sparkling Organ Lunchtime Recitals at 12.30 in St Andrew's and St George's Church. Michael and Brigitte Harris, Organ Duets (8.8.) Kevin Bowyer, International Recitalist (15.8.) Klaus-Dieter Holzberger, Ahrweiler, Germany (22.8.) Aug 8,15,22: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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David Hamilton
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Canongate Kirk, Canongate, royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D6
In the tercentenary of Buxtehude's death, David Hamilton performs the composer's complete organ works on the Canongate Kirk's renowned Frobenius organ. Special offer available at the door only - all six recitals for £25. Aug 13,15,17,20,22,24: 12:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00
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Camille - La Fille Du Cirque
Carus and the True Believers
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
'A cross between Sally Bowles, Patti Smith and PJ Harvey ... destined to be a major star' Scotsman. This Irish chanteuse sings Brel, Waits, Cave and more! 'Raunchy, dangerously fragile, a real star!' Edinburgh News *****.
One of Australia's most gifted singer/songwriters and storytellers with his band, The True Believers. They can win over any crowd with their high impact, high energy performances. A mixture of rock, reggae, country and folk.
Carus and the True Believers
Camille
Aug 10-13,16-20,22-27: 21:45 (1hr 25mins) £13.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Roberto Cassani
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Fringe regulars back with a varied programme of 16th century religious music and madrigals including Tallis' 'Lamentations of Jeremiah' and works by Monteverdi, Janequin, Gibbons and Tomkins in a fabulous venue. Aug 25: 17:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) (Free Ticketed C)
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The last of the wandering troubadours sings with a bizarre Scottish-Italian accent. Roberto Cassani ain't an ordinary folk singer: his stories are contemporary and funny. His delivery is unforgettable. A refreshing new talent. Chicka boom! www.robertocassani.com Aug 24-26: 21:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Clive Carroll
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NEM Productions
Cathedral Choir Concerts
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Clive is to be particularly admired for his excellence in a wide range of musical styles. A real 'all-rounder', he's performed as part of classical guitar ensembles while involved with jazz, blues, rock, bluegrass and traditional Irish music. Aug 21: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Martin Carthy Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Martin Carthy is one of the finest singers and interpreters of the traditional music of the British Isles and a highly influential and much-imitated guitarist. He continues to be one of folk music's great innovators. Aug 18-19: 17:45 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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St Mary's Cathedral
Three great requiem mass settings sung in the atmospheric setting of the Cathedral: Fauré (14th), Duruflé (22nd), Mozart (25th). Mozart's Requiem forms part of our annual Cathedral Choir concert - a banquet of great choral music. www.cathedral.net Aug 14,22: 20:00 (40mins) £6.00 (Under 16s Free) Aug 25: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (Under 16s Free) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Cathedral Festival Eucharists
Alan Bearman Music
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Roberto Cassani
A Cappella Allsorts
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St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
The Cathedral Choir: 'one of the finest cathedral choirs in the UK' Sunday Times. celebrates the Festival with a wide variety of the finest Anglican Cathedral music. Details of music and worship at www.cathedral.net. Aug 12,19,26: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 16,23: 17:30 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Cathedral Festival Evensongs
Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Mary's Cathedral
Wendy Stewart and Gary West
Choral evensongs sung by the Cathedral Choir, Scotland's only choral foundation, with daily services. Sunday 19th is broadcast live on BBC Radio 3; doors close at 3.45pm. Details of music and more at www.cathedral.net Aug 12,26: 15:30 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 13-15,17,20-22,24: 17:30 (40mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 19: 16:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Aug 15: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Edinburgh Camerata: the acclaimed young chamber choir returns to sing electrifying Scottish choral works. Directed by Will Dawes with Simon Nieminski on organ. Kenneth Leighton - 'Jubilate,' 'Crucifixus'; James MacMillan - 'Magnificat,' 'Te Deum'; Scottish premieres. Unmissable! Aug 16: 22:30 (1hr) £5.00
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Na Clàrsairean and Lothian Gaelic Choir
Cathedral Late-Night Choral Concert
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Wendy Stewart on clarsach and Gary West on small pipes and whistles deliver a programme of beautiful airs, lively dances, Scots and Gaelic song both from the tradition and inspired by it.
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In this year of Highland Culture, you are invited to join clarsach ensemble Na Clàrsairean and Lothian Gaelic Choir in an evening of traditional harp and song, fine piping and great fiddle music. Aug 17: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp in Historic Rosslyn Chapel
Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts
Rosemary McKerchar, Iain Inglis, Isobel Mieras, Jim Ferguson
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Duos, Rosemary McKerchar/Iain Inglis - harp, voice, recorders and Isobel Mieras/ Jim Ferguson - fiddle, harp and voice, blend Scottish court songs and ballads with traditional strathspeys, jigs and reels.
Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Midlothian • 0131 445 2022 • Grid Ref: H6
St Mary's Cathedral
A former Times Critic's Choice; a whole month of free concerts - daily excluding Sunday. With leading performers from some of the world's top Conservatoires and Universities. Full details at www.cathedral.net. Aug 1-4,6-11,13-18,20-25,27-31: 13:10 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
Aug 12: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Cathedral Organ Anniversaries
Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp in Historic Rosslyn Chapel
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Midlothian • 0131 445 2022 • Grid Ref: H6
Celebrating three great composers' anniversaries, with video projection of the performers. 6th Jean Langlais - Ruaraidh Sutherland (St Mary's, Warwick). 8th Diderik Buxtehude - Duncan Ferguson (St Mary's Cathedral). 10th Edward Elgar - Simon Nieminski (St Mary's Cathedral). www.cathedral.net
Three generations of Scottish harpers, Isobel Mieras, Ailie Robertson and Chloe Young present a wide-ranging programme of mainly Scottish and Irish traditional music and song - with a few surprises!
Isobel Mieras, Ailie Robertson, Chloe Young
St Mary's Cathedral
Aug 6,8,10: 20:00 (50mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Cathedral Organ Promenades Free post-evensong extravaganzas! On the magnificent 1879 Father Willis organ, with video projection! August 5th Duncan Ferguson (St Mary's Cathedral), August 12th Simon Nieminski (St Mary's Cathedral), August 19th The Gough Duo (violin & organ). www.cathedral.net Aug 5,12: 16:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 19: 17:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Internationally-acclaimed pianist, David Wilde, in concert on the Cathedral's new Steinway grand. Liszt: 'B minor Sonata,' Brahms: 'Handel Variations,' Gabriel Jackson: new commission (premiere). 'Superb performer, magnificent musician' Nadia Boulanger. www.cathedral.net
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European premiere
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Chamber Cantatas Tom Latham (countertenor) and friends perform a selection of baroque chamber cantatas for solo voice including works by Telemann and Vivaldi. Aug 10: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Champagne with Kathleen Ferrier Musictalks
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Cathedral Steinway Young Performers St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
A sneak preview of the stars of the future! Six of the most talented youngsters from local schools perform on the Cathedral's new Steinway grand piano. www.cathedral.net Aug 20: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Aug 5,12,19,26: 17:30 (2hrs) £35.00 Aug 5,12,19,26: 20:30 (2hrs) £35.00
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
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Centotre Cabaret, featuring Birdland. Enjoy delicious food while our live Jazz Cabaret ensure Sunday evenings go with a swing at Centotre! Expect some fantastic vocal harmonies from the female trio, performing with a swinging piano and bass accompaniment.
Tom Latham
St Mary's Cathedral
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Centotre Cabaret
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Cathedral Steinway Inaugural Recital
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Centotre, 103 George Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Aug 18: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£8.00)
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Birdland
St Mary's Cathedral
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Aug 19: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00)
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'What superlatives can one find to use about Miss Ferrier that have not already been overdone?' Scotsman. 'Ferrier excelled ...' Scotsman. 'Ferrier must be the Lieder singer of the Age ... 'Daily Mail. Relive Ferrier's Glory Days. www.champagnewithkathleenferrier.co.uk Aug 19-27: 11:05 (1hr 15mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere
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Celebrate the Music of the Scottish Harp
Chinese Traditional Music
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Catriona McKay and Chris Stout
Superb duo: Catriona McKay (clarsach) and Chris Stout (Shetland fiddle/viola): 'a divine concoction of tradition and bold imagination - sensual, throaty fiddle lines harp is deliciously angular and haughty - unimpeachable' Irish Times. Aug 13: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Harmony
Enjoy the beauty of melody and pulse of dance music with Sun Zhuo (Zheng), Kimho Ip (Yang Qin),Yanmei Wu (Zheng/dance), Hooi Ling (percussion), Eddie McGuire (Bamboo Flute), with special guest Qu Yun (composer, Zheng Master). Aug 20: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Chopin after Lunch
Concerts at St Michaels
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
St Michael and All Saints Church, Brougham Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: F3
St Michael and All Saints Church
ROSL ARTS
Outstanding music in a peaceful setting. Haydn 'Missa Cellensis' (11th August). 'Buxtehude - A Celebration' (12th August). Corelli, Bach, Prokofiev (19th August).Violin and organ. Handel (26th August). Guitar and flute. Entry to all concerts by donation.
Music by Chopin and other composers performed by award-winning musicians including pianists Daniel de Borah and Nicola Eimer. Different programmes and artists for each concert. Tea/coffee and shortbread afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk
Aug 11: 19:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 12,19,26: 18:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
Aug 16,21: 14:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Old Saint Paul's Church, Jeffrey Street • Grid Ref: D5
Experience your favourite choral masterpieces in the company of this sell-out group (Fringe 2006). Featuring music by, amongst others, Bruckner, Byrd, Elgar and Mozart in the inspiring and intimate setting of Old Saint Paul's Church. Aug 10: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Inspired by summer evenings, the young Schubert wrote his famous 'Trout' Quintet for friends in 1819. In 2007 friends from the National Youth Orchestra recapture the lively spirit of this masterpiece and other works. www.consonance.org.uk Aug 18: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Consonance Fantasia Consonance Productions
Christophe Fellay
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Tambù
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Percussionist Christophe Fellay is here to send you into orbit! A rhythmic Hercules, this one-man wrecking crew is leaving audiences reeling around the world. Experience the unexpected through an avalanche of sound; rhythmic impulses, vocals, electronics and imagery.
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Consonance Da Camera St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Andrew Camerata
Preview Aug 2: 21:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 3-26: 21:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Consonance Productions
Choral Classics by Candlelight
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European premiere •
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See and hear vivid stories of the rogue 'Till Eulenspiegel' and 'Wilde's Selfish Giant' brought to life through stunning music and visuals from National Youth Orchestra musicians in performance rivalling Disney's Fantasia! Entertainment for all the family. www.consonance.org.uk Aug 17: 16:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere
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David Sneddon & Chris Townsend (Acoustic Sessions) DAVID SNEDDON + Chris Townsend (Acoustic Sessions) The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Classical Guitar and World music - Neil Wilson
Winner of BBC's 'Fame Academy,' David is back with his brilliant independent 'White Noise' EP. In this intimate acoustic showcase discover his new material with support from talented upcoming singer/songwriter Chris Townsend.
Neil Wilson the Guitarist
Aug 23-25: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Leading classical guitarist Neil Wilson plays popular classics and world music. Dynamic, passionate and technically brilliant describe his performance. Bach, Tarrega, Rodrigo Alberiz, Piazzola and more. A guitar performance not to be missed! Aug 4,22,25: 20:00 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
UK premiere
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Classical Guitar Recital Spyros Dendrinos
St Cuthbert's Parish Church, Entrances from Lothian Road and Princes Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E3
Spaniards in London, Scots in Vienna, Greeks in Edinburgh! Cephalonian classical guitarist Spyros Dendrinos presents a set characterised by the themes of fringes, frontiers and foreigners. Anticipate Orcadian airs, Ionian dances, and a voyage across Europe. Aug 10,25: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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DAVID VERNON & DICK LEE David Veron & Dick Lee
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Accordion and clarinet duo perform an eclectic mix of music in a warmly informal style. Jewish, French, Balkan, classical, traditional, etc. 'They combine wonderfully superb musicianship' Herald. 'Full of spirit, a great double act' Scotsman. Aug 7: 13:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 9,15,23,25: 18:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Deaf Shepherd Deaf Shepherd
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
From the hell-for-leather elation of fiery jigs and reels, through stirring, majestic Highland pipe marches, to the haunting eloquence of slow airs and ballads. 'Simply the best folk band Scotland has produced in many years' Scotsman. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
The Daejeon Civic Youth Choir
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St Cuthbert's Parish Church, Entrances from Lothian Road and Princes Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E3
Dean Friedman - In Concert
The Daejeon Civic Youth Choir with heavenly voices and varied repertoire, Korea offering their angelic voices full of hopes and dreams. Deokkyu Kim - artistic director and conductor. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Aug 17-19: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
Come Fly! Come Dream!
Aug 7: 19:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) (£3.00 C)
World premiere
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World premiere
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Dean Friedman
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5
Experience the sophisticated, funny, profound work of legendary singer/songwriter, Dean Friedman, performing his classical hits, 'Lucky Stars', 'Lydia', 'Ariel' and more. 'Amazing talent' The Sun. 'Songsmith Extraordinaire!' Music Week. 'Stunning Musicianship' Hot Press. Aug 11: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £14.00 (£12.00)
The Concerto/Choral Concert with Mr. Daniel Faltus
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HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
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Johnny Dickinson NEM Productions
The celebrated 16-piece Los Angeles Youth Orchestra and Chorale performs an exquisite ninety-minute programme featuring instrumental and vocal solos from Mozart, Brahms, Dvorak and more. Musical direction by L.A. Opera stalwart Daniel Faltus. www.rembiko.com
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Aug 16: 13:20 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£4.00)
Aug 26: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Celtic guitar style, or out'n'out blues, Johnny Dickinson leads the way when it comes to bottleneck playing. A fine songwriter with a voice to kill for, Johnny will be performing material from his eclectic, and highly praised recordings. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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DICK LEE SEPTET Dick Lee Septet
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Featuring the classics of Swing and Dick's compositions and arrangements, brilliantly realised by a stellar lineup. Clarinets and flute in the front line and a dynamic, drumless rhythm section. '... great flair and finesse ... imaginative and intriguing' Herald.
Aug 11,13,22: 17:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 13,17,23: 20:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Eagles of Death Metal T on the Fringe
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
Formed by Jesse Hughes and Queens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme. Homme describes their sound as a combination of 'bluegrass slide guitar mixed with stripper drum beats and Canned Heat vocals.' Put simply, they rock. Aug 28: 19:00 (3hrs) £17.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
UK premiere
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Ebony Duo
Lesley Bell and Fiona Macleod St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Join Lesley (clarinet) and Fiona (piano) to enjoy the best of the clarinet/piano repertoire from France, England, Germany, Spain and Russia. 'Half an hour is not long enough in the company of such talented musicians' Dundee Courier. Aug 24: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Kim Edgar Kim Edgar
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
'A must-see, skilled songwriting in the Joni Mitchell, Suzanne Vega mould' Evening Times. 'Screaming with potential' Big Issue. 'Haunting, beautiful voice' **** ThreeWeeks. Featuring songs written with Chris Difford, Karine Polwart and Emma Pollock. www.kimedgar.com and www.myspace.com/kimedgar
see page 150 for show information
Aug 18,24: 21:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Edinburgh Renaissance Band's Early Music Show Edinburgh Renaissance Band
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
Music from the great feasts and festivals of Renaissance Europe - a dozen players of period brass, strings, reeds and percussion with singers and dancers. 'Colourful, fascinating to watch, and musically delightful' Edinburgh Guide. www.edinburghrenaissanceband.net Aug 17-19: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£5.00) Aug 19: 16:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Edlian Piano Trio Edlian Piano Trio
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Lighten up with your favourite 'popular classics' and 'classical pops.' Outstanding arrangements of tunes you love. Aug 10: 16:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Edlian Piano Trio Edlian Piano Trio
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
'Three elegant and sparkly ladies ... a lesson in finesse, full of virtuosic touches' ThreeWeeks, Edinburgh 2005. Come and experience the magical sounds of France and Spain in the masterly piano trios of Ravel and Turina. Aug 11: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Eighty Queen Street Jazz Festival
Establishment Jazz
Eighty Queen Street, 80 Queen Street • 0131 226 5097 • Grid Ref: D3
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Edinburgh's smartest jazz bar and restaurant, Eighty Queen Street plays host to some of the best jazz musicians around. Boasting local and international talent throughout the Festival, Eighty Queen Street is the place to be. www.eighty-queen-street.com
Relax to syncopated sounds of Scotland's finest at our nightly programme of contemporary and classic jazz. Not just for the musically minded. The destination for those seeking to unwind - cocktail in hand. Welcome to the other 9 to 5. www.the-establishment.net
C presents
Various Artists
Aug 1-2,8-9,15-16,22-23,29-30: 21:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 3-4,10-11,17-18,24-25,31: 22:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 4-5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Aug 1-27: 01:00 (3hrs 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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C presents
Iain Farrington
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Iain Farrington (piano) introduces and performs his own newly published transcription of 'Five Improvisations' and other piano pieces by Elgar. www.iainfarrington.com Aug 16: 16:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Elgar Recital
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
To celebrate Elgar's 150th, Daphne Godson (violin) and Leon Coates (piano/organ) perform an exciting programme of the 'Violin Sonata' and other violin pieces, Elgar's piano version of 'Enigma Variations,' and the 'Vesper Voluntaries' for organ. Aug 14: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Edinburgh's definitive late-night arts collective presents the very best in the Festival underground music scene. Featuring raw, undiscovered top talent from across Edinburgh. Welcome to the other 9 to 5. www.the-establishment.net Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 00:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 00:15 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 00:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Eva Cassidy - Songbird
Daphne Godson and Leon Coates
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The Establishment: Wired for Sound
Elgar on Piano
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Elgar Songs
Barbara Brodie, Margaret Donaldson and Maureen Kelly
Assembly
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Hayley Clare's critically acclaimed tribute takes you on an intimate journey through Eva Cassidy's life and music. 'Songbird' presents a unique opportunity to enjoy the music of an extraordinarily gifted artist whose music continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Preview Aug 2-4: 20:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 20:50 (1hr) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:50 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Barbara Brodie (mezzo-soprano) and Margaret Donaldson (piano) perform Elgar's 'Sea Pictures.' Maureen Kelly (alto) joins them to perform a lively miscellany of other Elgar songs. Aug 23: 16:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Exiled: Gospel According to Hollywood Origin Scotland
Charlotte Chapel, 204 Rose Street • 0131 225 4812 • Grid Ref: D3
Gospel music with a message from major Hollywood movies performed by the local exile rock gospel choir and band from Origin Scotland. Aug 23-25: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
The BEST music on the Fringe! 6 - 27 August
UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN THE HOUSE OF THE HOLY AFRO EDDI READER BLAZIN' FIDDLES DOUGIE MACLEAN BARB JUNGR SINGS BOB DYLAN SALSA CELTICA
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Fascinating Rhythms The Blackhawk Chorus
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
A choral extravaganza of toe-tapping and romantic favourites from the songbooks of Rodgers and Hart, Jerome Kern, Hoagy Carmichael, Harold Arlen, George Kershwin and others. Let your feet and hearts capture the mood. One night only. Aug 6: 19:45 (1hr 15mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Darlington and the Dales Youth Orchestra 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
Darlington and the Dales Youth Orchestra will again be making the trip up to Edinburgh to perform an ambitious programme featuring Haydn's 'Trumpet Concerto,' Mozart's 'Sinfonia Concertante' and 'Schubert's Symphony No. 3.' Aug 14: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Gospel Choir 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
First Fringe appearance of the fresh, new Edinburgh Schools Gospel Choir performing an uplifting mix of original and contemporary gospel songs under the charismatic direction of David Levale, Paul Watson and Gareth Fuller. Aug 31: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Jazz Orchestra
FBYO: Katabatic Winds
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
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This multi-award winning ensemble returns once again to the Festival of British Youth Orchestras. The band led by Dan Hallam will again be joined by the training band directed by Rob Ironside. Sep 1: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Wind Ensemble and Concert Band 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
A welcome return to the Wind Ensemble and Concert Band who will be performing a mixture of Scottish music, spirituals and show tunes as well as Schubert's 'Ave Maria.' Aug 23: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00)
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The orchestra, conducted by Alasdair Mitchell, will be performing works by Handel, Bach, Mozart, Dvorak and Strauss. John Dickson will be conducting the Brass Band with soloist Rachel Brown on the tuba. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
The ever-popular ESSO brings the Festival of British Youth Orchestras to a close with performances of Britten's 'Occasional Overture,' Mahler's 'Adagietto,' Murphy's 'Fractured Lines' and Borodin's 'Symphony No. 2.' Conducted by Alasdair Mitchell.
Moray Concert Brass make a welcome return to the Festival of British Youth Orchestras. Directed by Glen Munro. Aug 18: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Fife Youth Concert Band and the Kingdom Fiddlers
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FBYO: National Youth String Orchestra of Scotland 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
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The orchestra will perform Tchaikovsky's 'Serenade for Strings' and Rachmaninov's 'Vocaline' featuring Soprano Nadine Livingstone, as well as music by Elgar. Conducted by Gareth John, founder of the Devron Festival.
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
The Concert Band returns to play a selection of works by Sparke, Bernstein and Arnold, while the Kingdom Fiddlers perform music from stage and screen plus Scottish traditional tunes.
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FBYO: Midlothian Youth Orchestra and Brass Band
FBYO: Moray Concert Brass
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FBYO: Edinburgh Secondary Schools Orchestra
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One of six regional youth ensembles run by The Sage Gateshead, their programme will include music by Holst,Vaughan Williams and Malcolm Arnold and a new concerto for percussion and wind orchestra, featuring percussionist Simone Rebello.
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FBYO: Fife Youth Orchestra 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
This year Fife Youth Orchestra will be performing Shostakovich's 'Festival Overture,' Gliere's 'Concerto for Horn,' as well as popular works by Sibelius, Grieg, Britten and Gershwin. Plus 'The Orchesta Sings'! Aug 30: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Fife Youth Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
The Orchestra perform a varied programme including Holst's 'Brook Green Suite.' The Percussion Ensemble presents an enjoyable performance on tuned and untuned percussion which promises to be visually and musically stimulating. Aug 30: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Jugendkapelle Lindau 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
Jugendkapelle Lindau is a traditional wind orchestra founded in 1966. It forms part of the music school in Lindau, Lake Constance, Germany. The band will be playing a diverse selection of music including Strauss' 'Tritsh-Tratsh Polka.' Aug 25: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: NYCoS Training Choir and National Boys Choir
FBYO:The Lydian Orchestra
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
The Lydian Orchestra will perform a selection of chamber music for strings and wind ensembles, chosen by the players.
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The training choir will sing classical, sacred and traditional Scottish works. The National Boys Choir will sing a varied programme including pieces by Goodall, Searle and Gormley. Aug 18: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: Perth Youth Orchestra Perth Youth Orchestra will perform a wide variety of music including Capuzzi's 'Concerto for Double Bass,' Kodaly's 'Hary Janos Suite' and Custer's 'Salute to Ol' Blue Eyes.' Conducted by Allan Young. Aug 29: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00)
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FBYO: Perth Youth Orchestra Ensembles PYO small groups will perform a variety of different styles of music, which were performed in their recent trip to Krakov and Wroclaw, Poland. Groups will include Brass Band, Strings, Woodwind and Big Band. Aug 29: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50)
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FBYO: RSAMD YouthWorks Music Orchestra 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
This year the talented young musicians from the RSAMD's junior department will perform a selection of works including Holst's 'The Planets' and Krommer's 'Concerto' in E Flat for two clarinets. Conducted by Timothy Dean. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
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The concert band will be playing an exciting collection of music including Eddie McGuire's 'Sirocco' and selections from Leonard Bernstein's 'West Side Story.' Aug 27: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
Edinburgh-based St. Mary's Music School is one of the UK's leading specialist music schools drawing talented pupils from throughout the UK and abroad. This promises to be an exciting and impressive concert. Aug 31: 12:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£2.50)
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FBYO:The Lydian Orchestra 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
In their second concert of the day, the Lydian Orchestra will be performing Rossini's 'Tancredi Overture,' Saint-Saens' 'Cello Concerto No. 1' with soloist Gemma Rosefield and Beethoven's 'Symphony No. 7.' Conducted by Ethan Merrick. Aug 24: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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FBYO: West of Scotland Schools Symphony Orchestra Welcome regulars at the Festival of British Youth Orchestras, the Symphony Orchestra returns to play a challenging repertoire including Borodin's 'Symphony No. 2' in B Minor. Aug 27: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Female of the Species Cameo
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Following three sell-out Fringe seasons, Cameo present a lighthearted look at women in words and music, including extracts from Ayckbourn, Betjeman, Bernstein, Coward, Dickens, Mozart, Porter, Saint-Saens, Shakespeare, Sullivan, Wilde and Victoria Wood. Aug 23-24: 20:00 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Festival Folk at the Oak The Wee Folk Club/The Royal Oak
Edinburgh's legendary folk pub presents 36 nights of the finest acoustic music featuring performers from the Scottish and international folk and traditional scene in an intimate, welcoming ambience - book early! Sell-outs in 2005 and 2006.
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The Royal Oak, Infirmary Street, South Bridge • 0131 557 2976 • Grid Ref: E5
FBYO: St Mary's Music School String Ensemble
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FBYO: West of Scotland Schools Concert Band
Aug 20: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
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NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
NAYO @ Central Hall, West Tollcross • 0131 229 2921 • Grid Ref: F3
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Jul 30-Sep 1: 08:30 (2hrs 30mins) £5.00
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Fettes Jazz Festival Friday 17th Fettes Jazz Festival
Fettes Marquee, East Fettes Avenue • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A1
Latin/Jazz Fiesta dance party night - two bands plus DJ! 6-piece Rumba Caliente's hot Latin Rhythms, dynamite Jazz Quintet, Latin DJ Simon Hodge. 250-seat Marquee, bars, food, in wonderful Fettes College grounds (free parking). Programme: www.fettesthevenue.com Aug 17: 19:00 (4hrs 45mins) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fettes Jazz Festival Saturday 18th Afternoon Fettes Jazz Festival
Fettes Marquee, East Fettes Avenue • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A1
Great jazz from three excellent bands: Paul Kirby Trio, trumpet star Colin Steele's Quintet, 8-piece Classic Jazz Orchestra. 250-seat marquee, in scenic, glorious Fettes College grounds. Bars, barbecue, all-day food, free parking! Programme: www.fettesthevenue.com Aug 18: 13:00 (5hrs 30mins) £13.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fettes Jazz Festival Saturday 18th Evening Fettes Jazz Festival
Fettes Marquee, East Fettes Avenue • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A1
Three great acts! Scotland's top piano stars Brian Kellock Trio, Joe Acheson Quartet, and from London, Dele Sosimi's 9-piece AfroBeat/Jazz Orchestra. 250-seat marquee in Fettes College grounds - bars, barbecue, food all day. Full Programme: www.fettesthevenue.com
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Fettes Jazz Festival
Fettes Marquee, East Fettes Avenue • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A1
Two great bands, plus bars, barbecue and food all day! 19-piece National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland, plus outstanding young pianist Chris Lyons' dynamite new trio. 250-seat marquee in Fettes College grounds, free parking. Programme: www.fettesthevenue.com Aug 19: 13:30 (4hrs 30mins) £8.00
European premiere
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Fettes Jazz Festival Sunday 19th Evening Fettes Jazz Festival
Fettes Marquee, East Fettes Avenue • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A1
Two great acts, plus bars, barbecue and food all day! Wonderful vocalist (Perrier Award-winner) Niki King and her Trio, plus US Blues guitar legend Kent DuChaine. 250-seat marquee in Fettes College grounds, free parking. www.fettesthevenue.com Aug 19: 18:00 (3hrs 30mins) £12.00
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The Films
T on the Fringe Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
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The Films make fuzzed-up Southern Fried Punk pop. Influenced by Bowie, and T Rex with Lynchianly sinister lyrics, their debut album is self-declared as 'nasty dirty, fast and loud,' and one of the most exciting alternative recent releases. Aug 16: 19:00 (3hrs) £6.50
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The Filthy Six @ The LOT The Filthy Six
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
Horn-led, organ-fuelled soul jazz/funk and boogaloo from this excellent London-based sextet. Back by popular demand for a run of nights after last year's barn-storming, 5star sell-out shows. Aug 23-25: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Find Me a Primitive Man Marysia
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Scintillating cocktail of comedy and cabaret featuring amorous spinster Miss Tryhard's dating agency. Well, they say those who can, do; those who can't, give very bad tips ... Ludicrous logic, wicked observations, cheeky chansons d'amour. www.sirensongs.co.uk Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 20:50 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:50 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:50 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Fires of Edinburgh Nick Keir
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
An insider's view of the Festival City with Nick Keir of The McCalmans, Edinburgh's unofficial Songwriter Laureate. 'Just what the Festival should be about' ***** Edfringe. 'Skillfully wrought songcraft' **** Sunday Herald. AD 030 16/4/07 9:46 am Page 1 Aug 6-11: 21:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Flanders & Swann
Pleasance in association with Infinite Number of Monkeys Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
After a triumphant 2006 run, they're back to bring you songs and banter of mayhem and Madeira. All the favourites - 'The Hippopotamus,' 'Gnu' and the 'Gasman Cometh.' 'A muddy marvellous revival' Evening Standard. 'Impressive - a delight!' Times. Aug 4-8,13-15,20-22,27: 15:40 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:40 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Fly Right Dance Company:Tea Dance Fly Right Dance Company
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Now in its fourth successful year at the Pleasance Dome, we present the legendary 'Tea Dance.' Join the Fly Right Dance Company for an early evening cocktail and the dance crazes that peppered the birth of jazz. Aug 5-12,14-19,21-27: 18:30 (1hr) £6.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Funny Valentines
Meadowbank Stadium, 139 London Road • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: C6
City Edinburgh, 1a Market Street • 0131 226 9560 • Grid Ref: D5
Foo Fighters, with Nine Inch Nails and promising newcomers Silver Sun Pickups biggest ever outdoor show for Dave Grohl's band. Supported by one of alternative rock's most innovative bands, NIN.
Returning to Edinburgh by popular demand, this quartet performs their irresistibly infectious blend of swing and sophistication in one of the Fringe?s most stylish bar settings. Smooth vocals with cool instrumentals make for a memorable evening. www.thefunnyvalentines.co.uk
T on the Fringe
Funny Valentines
Aug 21: 16:00 (5hrs 30mins) £35.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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For Folk/Nature's Inspiration - Piano Recital Karis Stretton
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
With pieces based upon folk music and others inspired by nature, this programme has two themes. It features 20th- and 21st-century repertoire, including works by Debussy, Bartok, Rzewski and Scriabin. Aug 22: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Gaelic musicians/storytellers
Columcille Centre, 2 Newbattle Terrace • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: H2
Experience the unique tradition and cultural wealth of Scottish Gaelic with a week of musical and literary events featuring Highland bagpipes, storytelling, drama, music and song, making this an exciting week-long 'Ceilidh in the City.' Aug 20-25: 19:30 (2hrs 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Wildes Holz ('wild wood') are one of Germany's finest acoustic music trios. Their highly entertaining show proves that with recorder, guitar and double-bass you can play anything you want from swing to be-bop and beyond ... www.wildes-holz.de
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National Museums Scotland
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5
Celebrate 'Highland 2007' with renowned Scottish musicians including singer and harpist Mary Ann Kennedy and Orkney fiddle and guitar duo the Wrigley Sisters. See www.nms.ac.uk for daily listings. In partnership with 'Live Music Now Scotland!' Aug 5-19: 12:45 (40mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Stephen Fretwell
Born in Glasgow, raised in Leith, toured the world since - the troubadour. A most respected and sought-after musician, Dick is at once compassionate and passionate, soft and edgy - making new friends, new enemies and influencing people. Aug 24-25: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Q Magazine described this singer/songwriter as 'supremely talented.' He will be showcasing the 'Four Letter Words' EP, which is his first new material in two years and the follow-up to the gold-selling debute album 'Magpie.' Aug 20: 19:00 (3hrs) £10.00
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Oran MorE! at Assembly Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
On her way home from a nightclub, Giselle, a Goth girl (G) rescues Galahad, a wounded boy (B) from an old hag (H). '... powerful marriage between the language of 19th-century Romanticism and 21st-century Glasgow style' Scotsman. Aug 26-27: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £22.00 (£15.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
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Free Music at the Museum
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Dick Gaughan
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
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Dick Gaughan
Wildes Holz
Aug 7-9: 23:00 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.50)
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Freedom for the recorder!
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Ludus Baroque CHAMBER ORCHESTRA & CHOIR Director Richard Neville-Towle
Fribo Fribo
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
with Susan Hamilton, Libby Crabtree, Michael Chance, Andrew Staples & Brian Bannatyne-Scott
Fribo is a unique collaboration between three musicians from Norway, Scotland and England, blending their musical styles in an innovative, sensitive way. '... Fabulous!!!' Genevieve Tudor, BBC Radio Shropshire. '... one of the discoveries of the year' New Folk Sounds, Holland. Aug 26: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fuaré Requiem by Candlelight
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St Andrew Camerata
Old Saint Paul's Church, Jeffrey Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D5
Following 2006's Fringe sell-out, a repeat, lush, late-night performance by candlelight of Fauré's much-loved 'Requiem' and 'Cantique de Jean Racine,' with orchestra, in the sublime setting of Old Saint Paul's Church. Directed by Vincent Wallace. Aug 18: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Funking Cool Jazz Black Tie Band
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
A fresh and innovative take on jazz, funk and more, performed by a group of talented young musicians. Black Tie Band promise a thrilling blend of standards, contemporary favourites and original numbers.You'll leave on a high! Aug 12-18: 21:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bach B minor Mass { t h e 1 0th a n n i v e r s a r y } Wednesday August 8 & Thursday August 9 2007 at 7.30pm Tickets £12 (£9) Canongate Kirk, Royal Mile Box Office 0131 668 2019 (Queen’s Hall)
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Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly!
Handel: Semele(1)
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Exceptionally talented UK singer/songwriter with a fanatical following.
He was always trouble, that Jupiter: first her great-grandmother, then her aunt, now Semele's been kidnapped. Beautiful music accompanies Ovid's tale of lusty and jealous gods pursuing vain, foolish humans in a staged version of Handel's famous oratorio.
Edinburgh Symphony Baroque
T on the Fringe
Aug 18: 19:30 (3hrs) £12.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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GILL BOWMAN - IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF CLARINDA
Aug 4: 19:30 (2hrs 30mins) £10.00 (£6.00)
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Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Handel: Semele(2)
Had she never met Robert Burns the world might never have heard of his Clarinda so who was Nancy McHelhose, where did she come from and what happened to her after the affair? Aug 9,25-26: 15:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 12,19,22: 13:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Stefan Warzycki
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Stefan Warzycki returns with a complete performance of Bach's sublime 'Goldberg Variations.' Aug 21: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
He was always trouble, that Jupiter: first her great-grandmother, then her aunt, now Semele's been kidnapped. Beautiful music accompanies Ovid's tale of lusty and jealous gods pursuing vain, foolish humans in a staged version of Handel's famous oratorio. Aug 18: 19:30 (2hrs 45mins) £10.00 (£6.00)
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T on the Fringe
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
The return of the original Madchester band. With the full original line up, including Shaun Ryder and the irrepressible Bez. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Anne-Isabel Meyer and Peter Croser
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Anne-Isabel and Peter return to play Chopin, Schumann and Mendelssohn's great masterpieces. A fantastic opportunity to hear popular and lesser known works by these great Romantic composers, performed in a cycle of three concerts. Aug 14-16: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Stefan Grossman
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Happy Mondays
Aug 24: 19:30 (3hrs) £25.00
Great Romantics for Cello and Piano
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Edinburgh Symphony Baroque
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The Goldberg Variations
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Harem Scarem Harem Scarem
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Harem Scarem - Eilidh Shaw, Ross Martin, Sarah McFadyen, Inge Thomson - have appeared at prestigious festivals including Celtic Colours. Acclaimed albums show an energetic, experimental, idiosyncratic approach. In 2006 they toured sold-out halls with Will Oldham (Bonnie Prince Billy). Aug 13: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
NEM Productions
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
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Synonymous with most aspects of the acoustic guitar experience, Grossman is a performer of varied guitar styles, who has been passionately engaged in teaching throughout the thirty years since his 'How To Play Blues Guitar' appeared on vinyl. Aug 22-23: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Guillemots T on the Fringe
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
Quirky and unusual indie guitar band. Beautiful and poetic sounds. Aug 20: 19:30 (3hrs) £17.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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GUITART Luca Villani
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Italian guitarist, Luca Villani, returns with an exciting new programme of classical guitar: the joyful Bach 'Cello Suite,' the seductive 'Granados Valses Poeticos,' the romantic 'Castelnuovo-Tedesco Rondo' and the astonishing 'Ginastera Sonata.' 'Technically accomplished ... wonderful to hear' Herald. Aug 15-18: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 19: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Guy Pratt: My Bass And Other Animals RBM
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Six nights only following his hit 2005 sell-out show. 'A backstage pass for those of us who didn't make the gig' Tatler. 'Fascinating glimpse behind rock 'n' roll curtain.' **** Fest. **** Independent. **** List. Aug 20: 17:45 (55mins) £6.00 Aug 21-23: 17:45 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 24-25: 17:45 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Harlem Renaissance - The Life of Florence Mills
Havana Rumba!
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Gallimaufry Performing Arts
Classic cabaret. Tony Award Nominee and American TV sensation Jonelle Allen stuns as she steps into the shoes of the legendary Harlem Jazz Queen, the first AfricanAmerican to star on the Great White Way - Broadway. Aug 1-3,20,27: 18:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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They're back! Cuba's sexiest music and dance extravaganza returns after its 2006 triumph. 'Havana Rumba! offers an exhilarating and infectious slice of today's Cuba'. ***** Scotsman. 'Cuba in all its blatantly sexy, sweaty, booty-shaking glory' Metro.
Preview Aug 2-3: 22:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 22:20 (1hr) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-25: 22:20 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 26: 23:00 (1hr) £15.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Heads We're Dancing
Imagine a singer with the deep soul of Motown, a virtuoso harmonica player who combines the haunting drone of the didgeridoo with modern-day storytelling. From Australia, Harper brings a worldly take on the roots music genre.
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Aug 6: 23:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Goldberg's Heirs to Buxtehude's Variations
Malcolm Russell plays Bach's '4th English Suite,' Buxtehude's 'Capriciossa Variations,' 'Suite in C,' and WF Bach's amazing 'Suite in G,' on the 1764 Hass harpsichord. www.russellcollectionfriends.org Aug 11: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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St Michael and All Saints Church
St Michael and All Saints Church, Brougham Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: F3
Sacred music in liturgical context. Haydn's 'Missa Cellensis' (12 August). Frank Martin's 'Mass For Double Choir' (19 August). JG De Padilla's 'Missa Ego Flos Campi' (26 August). Conductor Roderick Bryce. Aug 12,19,26: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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The Holloways
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
Mary Wetherick (spinet), Joy Christie and Charles Dodds (oboes), Rainer Thonnes (bassoon). Music by Purcell, Handel, Arne and an eighteenth-century lady 'Mrs Philarmonica,' using the 1728 spinet by Thomas Hitchcock. www.russellcollectionfriends.org Aug 15: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Ensemble Philarmonica
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Aug 12-18: 20:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.50)
High Mass at St Michaels
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
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Heads We're Dancing return to Edinburgh with their unique rhythms, melodies and lyrics, supported by a big fat groove. 'Simply a little hard to not get up and dance away' Skinnyfest mag 2006. www.hwd.com.au 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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T on the Fringe
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
London newcomers' single 'Dancefloor' was an NME favourite taken from their album, 'This is Great Britain,' which was Zane Lowe's album of the week upon release. Aug 16: 19:00 (3hrs) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Honeymoon Suite
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
The noble music of Louis XIV's court contrasts with the charming, intimate music Bach wrote to teach his son the keyboard. Ann Bond plays the splendid Baillon harpsichord of 1755. www.russellcollectionfriends.org
Mikelangelo, front man of The Black Sea Gentlemen, teams up with Undine Francesca for a transcontinental tour of their favourite honeymoon suites, taking on romance and rock'n'roll from behind the iron curtain in this spellbinding Kabaret Noir.
Mikelangelo & Undine Francesca
Pride and Practice
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HARPSICHORDS AT ST CECILIA'S HALL 4 Rewards of Recognition
CPE Bach's Prussian and Württemberg sonatas showed Joseph Haydn new paths in keyboard composition. Lecture recital. Colin Kingsley (fortepiano) with Maximilian Fuhrig (baritone) who declaims CPE Bach's 'Fantasy' - the 'Hamlet' soliloquy. www.russellcollectionfriends.org Aug 22: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Hot Club De Paris
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
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Preview Aug 3-4: 21:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-6: 21:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 8-13,15-20,22-27: 21:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
T on the Fringe
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
With debut album 'Drop it 'til it Pops' released on über-cool label Moshi Moshi, boisterous Liverpudlians Hot Club De Paris have proved their pedigree by touring with Maximo Park, Dirty Pretty Things and Jamie T. Aug 23: 19:00 (3hrs) £6.50
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Hotel California - A Salute to The Eagles
Arborea Musica:
St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E5
Hotel California
McDonald (flute) and Kitchen (1810 Tonini piano) contrast the sonata and ricercares from Bach's 'Musical Offering' with works by Frederik the Great, Emmanuel Bach and Quantz. 'Unmissable' Edinburgh Review. 'Pure Delight' Scotsman. www.russellcollectionfriends.org
Hotel California return for three shows after previous year's sell-outs. The breathtaking vocals and awesome guitars will blow you away as they perform with stunning accuracy the songs of The Eagles.
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Aug 12,19,26: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £15.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Harp Wars: film music for solo harp
Hull University Big Band
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
City Edinburgh, 1a Market Street • 0131 226 9560 • Grid Ref: D5
Music from 'Casablanca' and 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' to 'Star Wars' and 'Lord of the Rings.' Critically-acclaimed performer Alina Bzhezhinska is back with her new fantastic arrangements for harp. Can't be missed!
HUBB are back! Fourth year running at the Fringe. One hour filled with a mixture of dynamic, bold numbers to melodic ballads. A fantastic start to the evening at The City Night Club. Bar at venue.
Michael Abbot
Alina Bzhezhinska
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Polish Cultural Institute and Universal Arts present Karbido’s
The HWS Jazz/Funk Epiphany HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
2005 Fringe sell-out award! Virtuoso jazz and funk from LA Music Conservatory. Coltrane, Billie, P-Funk, Zappa, Miles, more. Combo, Big Band,Vocal. A smorgasbord for the soul from the West Coast's most celebrated young jazz ensemble. www.rembiko.com Aug 13: 20:25 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Identity Parade at the Establishment
The Table
Whoosh! Entertainments
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Showcasing the best in Scotland's growing music scene in an acoustic, intimate and informal manner. Each night features three bands, one compere and many tunes in a unique setting at the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. www.myspace.com/idparade Aug 9-10,16-17,23-24: 21:30 (2hrs) £6.50 (£5.50)
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Impropera
Impropera Productions Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Assembly Aurora Nova, Venue 8, St Stephen's Street, Friday 3 – Monday 27 August 2007 (not Tues) at 11.45 pm,
The passion of opera with the adrenaline of improvisation. Impropera create operas on the spot from the audience's suggestions. No script, score or safety net. 'Brilliantly clever and irresistibly funny' Telegraph. 'Hilarious, but also sublime' Times. Preview Aug 2-4: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-11: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £14.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Box Office 0131 623 3030, www.assemblyfestival.com
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India Alba - Reels and Ragas Garvie Bagpipes
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Indian classical and Scottish traditional musicians produce a powerful and original fusion of their rich drone-based music. Indian violin and tabla, Scottish bagpipes and cittern - Reels, Ragas, and the wild spaces in between.
see page 157 for show information
Aug 11-12: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Interpol Third World Bunfight in association with Assembly and UK Arts International presents
T on the Fringe Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
Dark indie guitar sounds, with a reference to Joy Division. Cult following. Aug 23: 19:30 (3hrs) £17.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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In the Pink - Fabulous A Cappella Entertainment In the Pink
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
The sell-out party sensation hits Edinburgh!
All-female singing sensation returns to the Fringe to set your toes tapping. From Marvin Gaye to Madonna, lush harmonies and dazzling dance moves make for guaranteed feel-good entertainment. Aug 19,25-26: 19:15 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£7.50 C) Aug 20,27: 19:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 21-24: 19:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ipavska Chamber Choir Concert Ipavska Chamber Choir
St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0673 • Grid Ref: E5
Magnificent choral pieces unveil the Divine presence, revealed both in its humblest simplicity and majestic greatness in the spiritual music of the Protestant, Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches. Aug 10: 20:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan T on the Fringe
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
6 - 27 August at 10pm (18 & 19 August at 10.30pm)
see page 164 for show information
Singing songs from their Mercury-nominated album 'Ballad of the Broken Seas.' Mark was formerly singer with Screaming Trees. Isobel was a former member of Belle and Sebastian. Aug 6: 19:00 (3hrs) £15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Joy Of Sax Is Back!
T on the Fringe
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
Reformed and as strong as ever with a string of hits to call on from 'Star' to 'Come Home' to 'Sit Down.' One of the UK's best artists both recorded and live. Aug 10: 19:30 (3hrs) £28.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sax Collective
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
What has 40 fingers, eight legs and four reeds? Sax Collective Saxophone Quartet! Performing an eclectic mix of music from Bach to the Beatles, this show will delight music lovers young and old. Aug 13-17: 14:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Radisson SAS Edinburgh Hotel - Dickson's Bar, 80 High Street • 0131 226 0000 Grid Ref: E5
June Caresse - White Tuxedo
Ian Millar and Dominic Spencer
After sell-out success in previous years, this contemporary saxophone and piano duo return, playing classic standards and originals in an intimate jazz club setting. Good food, good jazz, good atmosphere. Have lunch or just listen!
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Doctor Owsley Experiment
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Dublin-based international singer/songwriter, June, takes you on a magical late night Celtic journey. 'Paris is for Lovers,' 'Stay Awhile,' 'Brighton Station.' Smooth as Irish whiskey. A perfect end to your night. www.doctorowsleyexperiment.co.uk Aug 19-27: 00:00 (55mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Edinburgh's most atmospheric jazz spot presents superb music nightly, plus Sat/Sun afternoons, and Late-Nite Jam Sessions 1-5am. Specials: Tony Monaco (US) Hammond Organ Trio (13-19), New York ex-Art Blakey trumpet star Valery Ponomarev Quintet (20-26). Programme: www.thejazzbar.co.uk
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Kaiser Chiefs T on the Fringe
Meadowbank Stadium, 139 London Road • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: C6
Aug 3-4: 14:30 (2hrs 30mins) (Free Ticketed) Aug 3-4,27: 21:00 (8hrs) (Free Ticketed) Aug 5-6,10-12,19: 23:00 (6hrs) (Free Ticketed) Aug 7-9,13-18,20-25: 01:00 (4hrs) (Free Ticketed) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:30 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 13-26: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 European premiere
Huge single, 'Ruby Ruby Ruby' and No. 1 Album. Renowned for their energetic live shows. Full line-up of special guests.
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the Jive Aces clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St• 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
The UK's top jive and swing band; high-octane music. Spectacular stage show. They've worked alongside Van Morrison, Isaac Hayes, dazzling audiences worldwide. Watch in amazement, or start dancing and never stop. Simply sensational. Book early. www.jiveaces.com Aug 13-15: 21:30 (2hrs) £12.00 (£9.00)
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Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • Grid Ref: F6
More spectacular piano arrangements mixed with infectious comedy in Katzenjammer's new take on 'Carnival of the Animals.' As always, the intricacies of their interweaving, colliding hands and arms are captured on the large screen. Unmissable! Aug 17: 19:30 (1hr 50mins) £13.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Internationally respected by his peers and audience alike as one of the finest interpreters of contemporary song today, John's charismatic and stylish show is the perfect antidote to a busy festival day. 'A remarkable singer' Steve Knightley.
Aug 10: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Jonathan Prag Classical Guitar Jonathan Prag
Just the Tonic @ The Caves, 253 Cowgate • 0131 208 2351 • Grid Ref: E5
Including Piazzolla, Dowland, Bach, Manx, Brazilian and Greek music and Edith Piaf: performed with passion and an assured classical guitar technique. The amusing and sometimes poignant anecdotes add entertainingly to this ravishing programme. 'Sheer Delight' Herald. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Billy Jones Billy Jones
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
... who rocked and stomped the club/pub scene down all those years, is back - festival time - new songs, old twisters - a sexy Swedish combo - banjo, mandolin, funkyflyin, fiddles, Scandanavian keyed fiddle ... that inimitable voice - still hot, still rockin'. www.myspace.com/billyatkinsonjones Aug 13-15: 20:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Journey from Enlightenment to Romanticism Petra Casén
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George St • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Swedish-born pianist Petra Casén follows the musical path in two lunchtime recitals. 1770-1830: Sonatas by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven ('Moonlight') and Schubert Impromptus (13th). 1830-1897: 'Sturm und Drang' Schumann, Mendelssohn and late Brahms (14th). Aug 13-14: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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John Wright Music
Aug 3-13,15-20,22-27: 13:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Katzenjammer - The Four Hands On One Piano Music & Comedy Duo
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John Wright in Concert
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Katzenjammer's Carnival of the Irritants!
Jive Aces
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Aug 24: 16:00 (5hrs 30mins) £28.50
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Kenny Young and the Eggplants
Lori Watson Three
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Kenny Young and the Eggplants
Brooklyn's surreal and incomparable folk-and-rollers, residing somewhere between The Simpsons and The Velvet Underground, championed on BBC6 Music by Tom Robinson. 'A wonderful weird band' Scotsman. 'Auber-geniuses!' Adam Walton, Radio Wales. www.myspace.com/kennyyoungandtheeggplants Aug 20-26: 20:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Klezmerchaos
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Loud & Proud On The Fringe
JMI comes to Edinburgh
Waverley Care
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Scintillating selction of Jewish secular music, featuring brilliant bands from across the globe. Ever-popular exuberant entertainment born from cultural celebration. This is the definitive destination for those seeking to relax and delight in vibrant world music. Programme changes daily.
Aug 22-24: 22:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 25-26: 22:00 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) European premiere Aug 27: 22:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Lau
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
Scotland's LGBT choir's inspirational acapella programme of popular and traditional music, lesbian/gay anthems and show tunes will have you humming for days - gay or straight! Supporting Waverley Care. Sponsored by VMH LLP. Aug 25: 20:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Loveboat Big Band
Alan Bearman Music
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Lau is a formidable trio of three of the finest and most innovative exponents of modern traditional music in Britain today: Kris Drever, Martin Green and Aidan O'Rourke. 'For once you can believe the hype' Scotsman. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Loveboat Big Band
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A 16-piece swing spectacular, The Loveboat Big Band sail on old-style fayre, bringing together a rare and stunning line-up. Dress to dance the night away on the cruise of a lifetime!
Aug 15: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 16: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
With Fiona Young and Innes Watson. Hot young trio oozing stunning musicianship and delicious personality. 'One of the finest fiddlers in the country'; 'silvery, beautifully poised vocals'; 'A rich slice of assertive contemporary Scots tradition.' www.loriwatson.co.uk Aug 24: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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ISLE Music Scotland
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Sarah Lawton
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The Love Gamut
Sarah Lawton
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Miranda Heldt and Jennifer Partridge
Roots/alternative duo, blending vocals with intricate guitar melodies, congas, Indian and Egyptian tablas. With chord progressions reminiscent of Jeff Buckley, Sarah Lawton's dreamy vocals are a magical duvet ride to places where music stands the test of time.
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George St • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
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Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6 Aug 5-11,20-24: 21:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Join exciting young soprano Miranda Heldt and critically-acclaimed Jennifer Partridge as they journey through the tradition of the European love song and explore the myriad of emotional states caused by love. Aug 18: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Fringe Fest Mag Adverts 16/4/07 15:28 Page 2
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DF CONCERTS AND TENNENT’S LAGER PRESENT
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clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1 Aug 15-18: 18:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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+ special guests
Like a River - Songs of the Earth and Heart Jammies at St Marks
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
The Jammies present a programme that combines new choral works by Yvonne Burgess and African spirituals. Be roused and soothed and swept along in the sounds.
+ The Silver Sun Pickups
Aug 2,22: 17:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Lion Spirit
ASKA Japanese Drum Troupe Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Unique show from Japan making its UK debut, combining powerful Taiko drum performances with spectacular Japanese dance. Featuring traditional costumes and musical instruments, the performance is a spectacle of sheer beauty and an expression of the Japanese soul.
Preview Aug 3-4: 15:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,21-22,27: 15:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) (£8.00 C) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 15:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) (£8.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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T on the Fringe
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Moving forward from their Edwyn Collins-produced debut, they return with new album 'Stand Your Ground,' co-produced by Dan 'The Automator' (Gorillaz) and producer Mike Pelanconi (Lily Allen). Expect more of their trademark blues-driven funk-led rock 'n' roll. Aug 11: 19:00 (3hrs) £8.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Luminescent Orchestrii - Music to Make You Dance, Kiss and Scream
Marionas
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Early guitarist/lutist Gordon Ferries performs a lively Spanish programme, featuring seductive dances from his critically-acclaimed CD 'La Preciosa' of music by Sanz, and his forthcoming disc of music by Guerau ('A CD not to be missed' Goldberg).
Luminescent Orchestrii
Romanian gypsy melodies, punk frenzy, salty tangos, hard-rocking klezmer, haunting Balkan harmony, hip hop and Appalachian fiddle - two violins, resophonic guitar, bullhorn harmonica and bass. From New York City. Aug 13-14,20-21: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Michael Marra Michael Marra
Amy Macdonald T on the Fringe
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Glaswegian singer/songwriter Amy started gigging at just 15, and was signed by the time she was 17. Her rich, bell-clear voice and gutsy delivery belie her young age. Amy has already supported Paolo Nutini and Travis.
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St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
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Gordon Ferries
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One of Scotland's most prolific songwriters. Marra delivers finely crafted, thoughtprovoking and insightful songs with his spine-tingling voice observing and commenting upon our human condition with a dark humour which always soars above the usual fare. Aug 10: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dougie MacLean
Willy Mason
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk St • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
Scotland's finest singer/songwriter, internationally renowned for his 'Caledonia,' 'Last of the Mohicans,' BBC's 'Mugs Game' and 'Songroads' performs solo. 'A musical hero' Wall Street Journal.
Singer/songwriter from USA who first toured at the age of 19. Signed by Conor Oberst of 'Bright Eyes' fame. Now touring with brother Sam on drums and including a viola player on stage.
T on the Fringe
Dougie MacLean
Aug 25: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£14.00)
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Dirty dixie gipsy swing, from Brighton sextet The Magic Number. Formed in 2001, their line-up of four-part harmonies, violin, gipsy guitars, tuba, trumpet, trombone and drums guarantees a night of sweaty, foot-stomping, swinging fun! Aug 20-21: 23:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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The vibrant London-based period instrument ensemble perform an exciting programme of Italian music from the 17th and 18th centuries. Featuring Vivaldi, Corelli and Geminiani - music from the serene 'La Follia.' Aug 25: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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McCalmans
The Magic Numbers and Kate Nash
McCalmans
T on the Fringe
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
An intimate show from one of the UK's favourite bands. Now on their second album with a string of hits. Support from Lily Allen's favourite new act, signed to Fiction Records.
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The Magnets - Six Mics, No Luggage
Aug 16: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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T on the Fringe
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
The Magnets' acappella party returns with an irresistible fiesta of glorious harmonies, sharp suits, and infectious tunes from the ForthOne Fringe Award-winning vocal group. 'A breathtaking, sexy show' ***** Scotsman. 'Singing from the Gods' **** Evening News.
Preview Aug 2-3: 22:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20,22: 22:30 (1hr) £12.50 (£11.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 22:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£12.00)
Awarded 'Best Live Act, 2006,' writing and singing songs reflecting the life and times of contemporary Scotland plus traditional. Unrivalled combination of harmony, material and humour. Gold disc and brilliant reviews for last year's sell-out Fringe concert. New album. www.mccalmans.com
Melee
The Magnets and Assembly
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Stockbridge Parish Church, 7b Saxe-Coburg Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: B3
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
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The Little Baroque Co.
Dan Clark
Aug 9: 19:00 (3hrs) £20.00
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Masters of the Italian Baroque
The Magic Number
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Aug 21: 19:00 (3hrs) £11.00
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Orange County-based quartet Melee make piano-led, sugar-coated pop hooks with Beach Boys-esque harmonies, and though Melee perform within the indie-rock genre, their dynamic variety makes them a band very difficult to pigeonhole. Aug 13: 19:00 (3hrs) £6.50
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Memphis meets the Midlands
Malinky
Bob Cheevers and Dan Britton
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Cheevers - chart-topping, Emmy-winning, Memphis-based songwriter, (personally invited by Johnny Cash to support Cash's final tour) - joins Britton, rising UK Americana star with an amazingly powerful live presence. Best of the USA/UK on one amazing bill!
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Malinky
Scotland's finest song quintet. Ancient Scots ballads, cracking tunes, three top trad singers, original songwriting in the tradition. Acclaimed across the globe, fresh back from touring Italy, Austria, Canada, USA. One of Scotland's top folk bands. Aug 20: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Elizabeth Woolven, Geoffrey Madell, Alan Graham St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Elizabeth Woollven (mezzo-soprano), Geoffrey Madell (baritone) and Alan Graham (piano) perform a varied selection of songs and duets from Mahler's 'Des Knaben Wunderhorn,' each one a masterpiece, together with other songs by Mahler. Aug 13: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Meow Meow in Beyond Glamour:The Absinth Tour
The Many Moods of Mahler
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Meow Meow Revoultion
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
The darling of the dungeons of the euro jet-set in an explosive cocktail of kamikaze kabaret, opera 'brut,' exotica performance art and karaoke splendour. A deconstructive tour-de-force from the sequined sex bomb. Preview Aug 7: 23:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 Aug 8-12,14-19: 23:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00
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Mikelangelo - The Nightingale of the Adriatic
Mozart at Teatime
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
Mikelangelo
The Bull of the Balkans. The internationally-acclaimed, immaculately-dressed front man of the Black Sea Gentlemen debuts his stunning solo show which will weave a seductive spell and sublimely serenade your soul. Aug 14,21: 22:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ed Miller
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Scotland's finest singing export to the USA, returns to his hometown - Scots songs old and new, with a touch of Texas - joined by ace guitarist Scooter Muse and flautist/ singer Jil Chambles of Alabama-based Celtic group Henri's Notions. Aug 20-22: 21:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Award-winning musicians including Victoria Mavromoustaki (violin), Eleni Mavromoustaki (piano), Timothy Orpen (clarinet) and the Antipodes Quartet perform Mozart and other composers. Different programmes and artists for each concert. Tea/coffee and shortbread afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 13,15,17,20,22,24: 16:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
Ed Miller
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ROSL ARTS
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Moonlight Classics - Piano Recital
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Mozart Coronation Mass and Bach Mass in F Scottish Chamber Choir
St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
Enjoy a performance of Mozart's best-loved Salzburg composition with Bach's 'Mass in F' and Haydn's magnificent festive work, 'Te Deum.' Accompaniment is from St. Giles' Chamber Ensemble, directed by Michael Harris. www.scottishchamberchoir.org.uk Aug 12: 20:00 (1hr 40mins) £10.00 (£8.00) (Free Ticketed C)
Stefan Warzycki
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
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A classical piano recital comprising Bach preludes and fugues, sonatas by Mozart and Beethoven ('Moonlight') and Chopin nocturnes.
Music at Palmerston Place
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Gladstone's Bag
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Following on last year's success, Gladstone's Bag, with director Lawrence Dunn, takes you on another trip down Memory Lane, with a programme of theme music and signature tunes from the Golden Age of radio and television. Aug 10: 14:30 (1hr) £3.00
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More Radio (and Television) Times
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Palmerston Place Church, Palmerston Place • 0131 220 1690 • Grid Ref: E1
Free evening concerts of beautiful chamber and organ music: 7th - Antonio De Innocentis (classical guitar); 9th - Sutherland Quintet (piano quintets); 14th - Chris Nickol (organ); 16th - Philomusica (chamber orchestra); 21st - Graeme Stevenson (organ); 23rd - Gillian Ward Russell (organ). Aug 7,9,14,16,21,23: 19:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Music at St Cuthbert's St Cuthbert's Parish Church
Most Highly Flavoured Gravy
St Cuthbert's Parish Church, Entrances from Lothian Road and Princes Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E3
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Festival of Organ Music - 8 lunchtime recitals on acclaimed Walker Organ including wide range of musical styles. Sounds magnificent. Concert of music for organ and brass trio - includes pieces by Buxtehude, Telemann, Rheinberger, Richard Strauss, Gillingham.
Jennifer Logan and Stuart Hope
Jennifer Logan and Stuart Hope, the Bisto Kids, tickle the tastebuds with exotic recipes, yummy desserts and fruit gums, orgies (Borgia and Beeton style), new-fangled kitchens and old-fashioned housewives - all sung in the best possible taste! Aug 19: 16:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Aug 11,13-15,18,20-22: 12:45 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 19: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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understairs @Euroscot, European in scotland, 39 palmerston place • 0131 527 6161 • grid ref: E1
the Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers street • 0131 220 4298 • grid ref: E5
understairs arts
Andi Neate
The Fringe's most eclectic mix of the best music around. An ever-changing programme featuring musical performances from around the world! Punk meets Swiss Folk and more!! Check out the programme on our website. Mind-blowing! www.understairs-productions.org.uk Aug 3-27: 13:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-27: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-27: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-27: 19:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-27: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Singer/songwriter of exceptional talent, combining jazz and folk influences with a powerful voice and great songs in a compelling live performance concert to launch new live CD. 'Gobsmackingly good voice and talent coming out of her ears' ThreeWeeks Aug 13: 19:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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inlingua Edinburgh, 29 hanover street • 0131 220 5119 • grid ref: D4
MusiC liVE @EurosCot
Using fiddle, guitar, dulcimer, bass pedals and loops, Fringe music award-winner Nick Pynn plays original music from his past and future solo albums. 'A magical find in the night' Scotsman. ***** ThreeWeeks. www.nickpynn.co.uk
understairs @Euroscot, European in scotland, 39 palmerston place • 0131 527 6161 • grid ref: E1
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The Response Collective
The Response Collective is a band. Three people - a guitar player, a bassist/ keyboardist and a turntablist make this instrumental music. Hip hop meets Pink Floyd. www.responsecollective.co.uk Aug 3-11: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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niKi King With MArCus ForD - 'tWElVE o'CloCK tAlEs' Niki King
Brunton theatre, ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • grid ref: F6
Perrier Jazz Vocalist Award-winner Niki King presents her new show with guitarist Marcus Ford. The show features jazz standards from her critically-acclaimed album performed in her own unique style. Aug 15: 19:30 (2hrs) £13.00 (£10.50)
C, Chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • grid ref: E5
Sixteen voices, three stools and one pair of sparkling shoes. The sell-out sensation returns to perform inventive vocal arrangements featuring Björk, Bowie, Britney, classical, folk and funny moments. 'Truly ingenious' Scotsman. www.nakedvoices.co.uk Aug 19,25-26: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50) (£7.50 C) Aug 20,27: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 21-24: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
preview Aug 3: 22:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) preview Aug 4: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 7-10,14-17,21-24: 22:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Acoustic Music Centre @ st Brides,10 orwell terrace • 0131 346 1405 • grid ref: F1
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After last year's sell-out Fringe show, 'North Sea Gas', one of Scotland's most popular bands, return with more songs, music and humour. This year's show will coincide with the release of their album. Aug 25: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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underbelly's smirnoff Baby Belly,the Caves, niddry st south, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • grid ref: E5
Britain's finest soul singer/songwriter, Ola Onabule premieres his new album 'The Devoured Man' - a collection of 12 powerfully introspective songs. 'Struck speechless, hypnotised and completely taken in by the show' BBC. www.myspace.com/olaonabule Aug 19-22: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Snowgoose Promotions Acoustic Music Centre @ st Brides,10 orwell terrace • 0131 346 1405 • grid ref: F1
One of the original cutting edge outfits in Scotland's continuing new roots revival! The energetic mix of songs and tunes with polished vocals, soaring fiddle and stirring pipes punctuated by the dynamic percussion of djembe and conga. Aug 13: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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old saint paul's Church, Jeffrey street • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D5
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Traditional choral Evensong and Benediction with the choir and organ of historic Old Saint Paul's Church. Including: Stanford's 'Evening Service in G'; and Bairstow's anthem, 'Let all mortal flesh keep silence.' Aug 26: 18:30 (1hr 30mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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olD sAint pAul's FEstiVAl MAssEs Old Saint Paul's Music
old saint paul's Church, Jeffrey street • 0131 226 0000 • grid ref: D5
Traditional worship in historic Old Saint Paul's with fine choral and organ music including: Gounod's 'Messe Solennelle de Sainte Cécile' (Aug 12), Britten's 'Missa Brevis' (Aug 19), Haydn's 'Missa in Angustiis' (Nelson Mass) (Aug 26). Aug 12,19,26: 10:30 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Orkestra Del Sol Orkestra del Sol
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
A riotous musical carnival with Edinburgh's own maverick brass band Orkestra del Sol. Suspend your disbelief and prepare to waltz, tango and polka around the world with these unruly minstrels - a truly fun and memorable experience! Aug 13-14,21: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Orkney Jazz At The Guildford Ken Ramage & Friends
Guildford Arms, 1 West Register Street (off East End Princes Street) • 0131 556 4312 • Grid Ref: D5
Dixie to swing with. K.R. Trio and Dixie 6 featuring: Roy Williams (London) - Fiona Duncan/Diplomats of Jazz. Excellent Orkney real ales and great music. Details: www.guildfordarms.com Aug 3-14: 21:00 (3hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Out of the Blue Out of the Blue
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The suited and booted brilliance of this all-male vocal sensation returns with a new comic concoction of a cappella. 'Bravo' Metro. 'If you don't have fun, you are officially the curmudgeon of the millennium' Scotsman. Aug 4-10,15-17,21-24: 13:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11,18-19,25-26: 13:00 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 20,27: 13:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Oxford Gargoyles - Jazz A Cappella The Oxford Gargoyles
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
European Collegiate A Cappella champions present a delicious vocal cocktail, shaking up Simone and Sinatra with The Beach Boys and Disney! Soulful solos, heavenly harmonies and scalding hot scat. 'Sheer Brilliance' ThreeWeeks. Aug 19,25-26: 12:30 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 20,27: 12:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 21-24: 12:30 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Painting Music - The Colour of Sound Painting Music
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Inspired musical mix of enchanting chamber music pieces and live painting. Explore the colour of sound. 'Unique chance to perceive music in a compelling and fresh way' ThreeWeeks. Includes free original artwork prize draw. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 18:30 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18,25-26: 18:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£750.00) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Paprika Balkanicus Paprika Balkanicus
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Paprika Balkanicus play a fiery blend of Balkan, Eastern European and Gypsy music. From the UK to Japan, their electrifying show of fantastic musicianship and irresistible tunes makes everyone sing, dance and call for more! Aug 20: 21:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Parallelogram Parallelogram
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Parallelogram is Lau plus Brian Finnegan, Pete Wareham, John Blease, Oli Hayhurst - all heavyweights of left-of-centre music in jazz and traditional music. ' ... an entirely new sound, homogeneous, interesting, at times just simply f****n' rockin'!'(Commissioned by PRSF) Aug 9: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The world comes to the Fringe on the Royal Mile looking for something to get excited about. We like to think our support helps make it happen. The Royal Bank on the Royal Mile 5-27 August 2007
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Peter Morrison - Music on a Summer Night Peter Morrison
Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • Grid Ref: F6
Expect all that is good in popular entertainment and you won't be disappointed. Includes songs for everyone from West End and Broadway, music from the movies, musical treasures and a wee ceilidh. Aug 18: 19:30 (2hrs) £13.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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PHILIP CONTINI SINGS ITALIAN AND NEAPOLITAN SONGS Philip Contini and his 6 piece band
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Celebrate your love affair with Italian music and song. Book now for Contini's 11th Italian and Neapolitan songs and stories sell-out show. 'The audience was bowled over with his love and enthusiasm' Edinburgh Guide. Aug 8,14: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 10,24: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 18,21: 13:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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PHILIP CONTINI SINGS LOUIS PRIMA
Philip Contini and his 5 piece 'Be Happy Band'
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Louis Prima, unique Sicilian/New Orleans showman. King of Swing and comedy jazz from the 1920s-1960s. Last year's sell-out show returns with Prima's colourful lifestory and great songs, including 'Just a Gigolo' and 'Buonasera Signorina.' Book now!
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Aug 6,16,23,27: 13:00 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 11,25: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 17,20: 17:45 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Philomusica of Edinburgh Philomusica of Edinburgh
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Another delightful programme including the ever-popular 'Capriol Suite' by Peter Warlock,Vivaldi's 'Echo Concerto,' a tribute to Elgar and a suite by Telemann performed on four natural horns. Aug 12: 19:30 (2hrs) £9.00 (£6.00) (£3.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Piano duo
Margaret Wakeford and Simon Coverdale
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Enjoy masterpieces for piano 4-hands in the intimate acoustic and atmosphere of St. Mark's with Margaret Wakeford and Simon Coverdale during their Scottish summer tour, including works by Schubert, Philip Lane and a unique arrangement by Dick Lee.
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Aug 18: 19:45 (1hr 50mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Piano Favourites William Alexander
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
William Alexander (piano) plays music by Bach, Haydn, Schubert, Beethoven, Schumann, Ravel, Chopin and Rachmaninov. A traditional Fringe favourite. Aug 25: 14:30 (1hr 45mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Playing Fields The Playing Fields
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Bringing atmospheric sounds from their acclaimed debut album 'Hello New World.' Compared by reviewers to The Smiths, Radiohead, Joy Division, Smog, Will Oldham: a unique, hypnotic, mesmerising sound. 'Dark, melodic tunesmiths,' Guardian. 'Melody-drenched indie pop,' Time Out. Aug 16-17: 22:00 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Point Livid
Charlotte Chapel, 204 Rose Street • 0131 225 4812 • Grid Ref: D3
The Point Café featuring live music by 'Livid' - a mix of original and covered music by the talented duo. Featuring Linda Harrison on vocals. A great venue between shows for a relaxing coffee with top-quality live music. Aug 9-11,16-18: 21:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Project Adorno:The London Years Project Adorno
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
London, we love you, we hate you, we need you. Or do we? Project Adorno investigate the humour, myths and melancholy of London's quirkier corners. An assault on the capital through electro-pop, poetry and chanson. Aug 21-27: 18:45 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Prokofiev Late
Eddi Reader
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk St • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
ROSL ARTS
Violin and piano duo Victoria and Eleni Mavromoustaki perform the 'Violin Sonata No. 1' plus Prokofiev's suite of music from the ballet 'Romeo and Juliet,' perfomed by pianist Daniel de Borah. Hot chocolate and tablet afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 22: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Kara
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar, 42-44 Buccleuch Street • 0131 667 6907 • Grid Ref: F6
An accomplished artist and musician, Kara's original music blends the sounds of John Denver, Tracy Chapman and the Indigo Girls, leaving you wanting more. Check out the website: www.myspace.com/theofficialkara or the Free Festival site: www.freefestival.co.uk. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Eddi Reader returns to Edinburgh following her highly-acclaimed album, 'Peacetime.' The band includes longstanding collaborators Boo Hewerdine, Roy Dodds and renowned traditional folk musicians John McCusker, Alan Kelly and Kevin McGuire. One of popular music's most thrilling performers. Aug 23-24: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £22.00 (£17.50)
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Pure Inspiration - FREE
Aug 4-5: 15:05 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed)
Eddi Reader and Band
European premiere
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Rachel Unthank & The Winterset
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The Really Terrible Orchestra The Really Terrible Orchestra
Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Your last chance to hear The Really Terrible Orchestra before their eagerly awaited London debut at the prestigious Cadogan Hall on 3rd November. Last year's concert sold out by end of June - hurry! Sep 2: 17:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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RabbleRouser
John Renbourn
Scottish album launch over three intimate shows. The all-girl quartet are warm, witty, bold and respectful with Northumbrian traditions. Last Edinburgh concert sold out. Debut album: 'Folk Album of the Year' Mojo Magazine. www.rachelunthank.com
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Aug 19: 18:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 19: 21:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 19: 23:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Founding member of the influential folk/jazz fusion band 'Pentangle.' This legendary fingerstyle guitarist plays material from his extensive, highly original repertoire, spanning Celtic classics through to jazz/blues and early music transcriptions. Aug 14: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Robin Guthrie: Lumière
Rachmaninov after Lunch
Robin Guthrie
ROSL ARTS
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
Music by Rachmaninov and other composers performed by award-winning musicians including: tenor Andrew Goodwin, cellist Brian O'Kane and pianist Daniel de Borah. Different programmes and artists for each concert. Tea/coffee and shortbread afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 14,23: 14:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
NEM Productions
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Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Set to an animated background, Cocteau Twin founder Robin Guthrie's stunning multi-media show is a sublime collection of atmospheric guitar-based instrumentals with layers of treated guitars, textures and cyclic melodies of truly hypnotic beauty. Aug 13-14: 23:30 (1hr 15mins) £15.00
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The Rat Pack - Forever Swinging
Robin Harper and Friends
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Fused Vision Productions
Robin Harper and Friends
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Start spreading the news! The new live music swing sensation blasts into Edinburgh. The energetic melée makes a move on the Festival with sharp suits and smooth vocals. Party and play among the stars, including Frank, Sammy and Dean.
A musical miscellany, mostly the old folk songs of the Sixties, plus an eclectic mix of guitar, jazz, and a suprise or two from whoever drops by. All proceeds to Child Line Scotland.
Aug 12,18-19,23,26: 23:45 (1hr 5mins) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 13,20,27: 23:45 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 23:45 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Anete Graudina (Violin), Aya Kawabata (Piano) St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Ravel Late ROSL ARTS
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
Two of Ravel's greatest works - 'Gaspard de la Nuit' and the 'String Quartet in F' performed by Danny Driver, piano, and the Antipodes Quartet. Hot chocolate and Scottish tablet afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 15: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
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A London duo (violin and piano) will perform little-known 'Sonata in E minor' by Bela Bartok, together with 'Love Song' from Josey Sien and Nino Rota's 'Improvisation.' Music worth listening to and knowing ... Aug 23: 17:30 (50mins) £10.00 (£7.00) (£5.00 C) Aug 24: 12:30 (50mins) £10.00 (£7.00) (£5.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ray Wilson Band
RONNIE IRELAND presents THE DUKE AND MR PORTER
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Ray Wilson
Ronnie Ireland
Mad Dogs, 38a George Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D4
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Following sell-out shows, the voice of Genesis and Stiltskin is back with stories and classic songs including No. 1s 'Inside,' 'Yet Another Day,' plus 'Shipwrecked' and 'Change.' One of the finest voices in classic rock. Acoustic Shows: 17th & 18th. www.raywilson.net
The great songs of musical legends Duke Ellington and Cole Porter. Acclaimed jazz vocalist Ronnie Ireland, accompanied by award-winners Ged Brockie and Kenny Ellis, presents his favourite songs. Unforgettable style and class.
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T on the Fringe
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Sacred Space
St John's, Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road • 0131 229 7565 • Grid Ref: E3
Meadowbank Stadium, 139 London Road • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: C6
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Festival of Spirituality and Peace
Razorlight and Editors
Aug 26: 16:00 (5hrs 30mins) £28.50
Aug 7,24: 17:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 12,18: 15:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Experience the stillness and mystery of our beautiful candle-lit church. Live music and silence in the midst of a busy festival. Reflect on your hopes for 'power and freedom' in the world in 2007. Aug 6-10,13-17,20-24: 21:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Salsa Celtica
Schumann Kreisleriana
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk St • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
A unique gathering of musicians from two very different musical cultures and firmly established as one of the most exciting world music/folk groups in the UK. Salsa Celtica return for a one-off Edinburgh Festival appearance.
London-based pianist Geoffrey Dancer plays Schumann's mature masterpiece preceded by Mozart's most eloquent piano sonata in F major, 'K533/494.'
Assembly
Geoffrey Dancer
Aug 22: 19:00 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Samba Sene & Diwan
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Lisa Scott Julian Caddy
Samba Sene & Diwan
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Sweet Grassmarket 2,Apex International Hotel, 31-35 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Jazzy grooves and Afro-beats from Senegal. Original songs with infectious guitar licks and irresistible dance beats. African/Scottish four-piece band (guitars, vocals, percussion) and changing line-up of special guests.
From Billie Holiday to Frank Sinatra, Lisa Scott sings with passion and humour; with ease and sophistication. Her mature, moody voice is complemented by superb George King on piano and the legendary Toto McNaughton on drums.
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Schoenberg Late
Scottish Clarinet Quartet
Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Schoenberg's luscious string sextet Verklärte Nacht, performed by the Antipodes Quartet with Fiona Winning, viola and Brian O'Kane, cello. Pianist Danny Driver opens the programme with Richard Sisson's Crowd. Hot chocolate and tablet afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk
Immerse yourself in Byrd and Bach (11th) and feel the force of Shostakovich (26th). 'Brilliant entertainment of serious quality' Sunday Times. 'The vision of its commissioning ... the virtuosity of the players' Herald. www.scq.org.uk
Scottish Clarinet Quartet
ROSL ARTS
Aug 17: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Schumann and Debussy
Scottish Folk 'n' Roll
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
The seminal figures and their influence (separate performances on two nights). Schumann - Romance and fantasy and his influence on Russian composers. Debussy - Impressionism; sounds and colours affecting Spanish and Latin American composers.
Scocha is one of Scotland's premier folk bands. From haunting ballads to roof-raising refrains, a Scocha gig is crammed full of the 'feel good factor.'
Scocha
Clare Jones (piano)
Aug 6,8: 17:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Scottish Folk Roots & Offshoots David Ferrard
The Royal Oak, Infirmary Street, South Bridge • 0131 557 2976 • Grid Ref: E5
From historical ballads to the love songs of Robert Burns, enjoy an evening of Scottish song and its transatlantic offshoots in Edinburgh's most intimate folk pub. Performed by the capital's award-winning singer and 2006 Fringe sell-out. www.davidferrard.com Aug 3-26: 18:45 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Scottish Piping
The Royal Scottish Pipers Society St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Members of the RSPS will once again perform traditional bagpipe music, both on the Great/Highland pipe and on small pipes. A variety of music is promised, incuding the classical Ceol Mor or 'Big Music' of Piobaireachd. Aug 20,27: 20:00 (1hr 45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Scottish Sinfonia - Conductor Neil Mantle Scottish Sinfonia
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
Mozart's 'Prague' Symphony; 'Exultate, Jubilate.' Mahler's 'Symphony No. 4 in G' soloist Natasha Day. Our Mahler cycle has spread Sinfonia's name worldwide. Come and find out why! Aug 26: 19:30 (1hr 40mins) £10.00 (£8.00) (£3.00 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Scottish Songs By Laverock
Laverock Folk Trio featuring Coreen Scott with Bill Crook and Alasdair Morrison Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
A must for visitors and natives alike. Regular performers at Edinburgh and Stirling Castles, let Laverock's vocal harmonies take you on a journey from Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite adventures to Robert Burns and contemporary songs.
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Shanghai to Memphis, or Poorly Remembered, Badly Written Stories of Music and Love James Dalton
Silhouette Antoinette
Medina & Negociants, 45-47 Lothian Street • 0131 225 6313 • Grid Ref: F5
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
Singing, exciting harmonica playing, insightful meandering and some interesting characters. James Dalton breaks the mould of storytelling singer/songwriters with his first one-man show. Aug 8-12,15-19,22-26: 22:30 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.00)
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Silhouette Antoinette Presents Let Them Eat Cake Siren songstress Silhouette exists where the court of Louis XVI meets The Weimar Cabaret, a place of dancing, decadence and decay. She is everyone's fin de siecle fantasy, hewn of darkest crimson jazz. Aug 20-22: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 23-24: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Shine at The LOT
World premiere
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Christel Meyers,Tamsin Mendelshon, Zelma Jacobs, Darren Thornberry, Aria Souder, Denver Jacobs, Chris Brown and many more
Silverchair
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
Each night we feature a new international artist with three supporting artists, promising to deliver fantastic entertainment.
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One of Australia's finest rock exports. Powerful indie rock. Aug 11: 19:30 (3hrs) £16.00
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Like a dance club at a village hall, Shooglenifty is at the forefront of the Scottish folk/fusion Celtic music scene. Playing music from the acclaimed new album 'Troots,' expect their trademark combination of superb musicianship, ensemble cohesion and inventiveness. Aug 6-8: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00
Singing the Scots Songs and Ballads Pete, Tom and Arthur bring powerful and effective fiddle, whistle and melodeon to underscore three big voices in a colourful, broad sweep of Scots song. Featuring Elizabeth Stewart, doyenne of north-east traditional singers. www.springthyme.co.uk/ssw Aug 14: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 15: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Shoo Shoo Baby
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street • 0131 247 4422 • Grid Ref: E5
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Fabulously glamorous musical double-act returns after 2006 triumph 'Delicious!', applying lashings of tongue-in-cheek humour to songs you thought you knew. 'Outstanding voices' ThreeWeeks. 'Hot ticket for a slice of top cabaret' one4review. www.shooshoobaby.co.uk
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Skiffle and Pop hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Hear again 'My Old Man's A Dustman,' 'Tom Dooley,' 'Singing the Blues,' 'Memories are Made From This,' 'Amazing Grace' and many more - a great night out. Aug 9-10: 19:30 (2hrs 15mins) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Midsummernights
Shostakovich Symphony no. 7 'Leningrad'/ Takemitsu (Scottish Premiere) St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E1
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The Shuffle Club Shuffle Club
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Back for their third consecutive year and ready to leave you flat on your back and gasping for breath. Dance hall mayhem at its finest! Pin-striped suits and a glimpse of suspender is de rigueur. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1
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Silent Disco - Visual Galaxy
Smirnoff Presents in association with Underbelly Productions McEwan Hall, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Missed us at Glastonbury or T in the Park? The most unusual night out at the Festival, and the biggest. Two shows in one plus live interactive visuals - disco, rave and lounge all-in. Eargasms guaranteed!
Dean Gardens Venue 76 Eton Terrace / Dean Bridge EH4 3-12 Aug. 21.15 14-19 Aug. 21.00 21-27 Aug. 20.30 0131-226 0000 www.edfringe.com 0131-556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk
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Edinburgh Festival Symphony Orchestra
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Shoo Shoo Baby - Never Underdressed!
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Shooglenifty
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The Solomon Sisters Laffa Jaffa Productions Ltd
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Yiddish vaudeville, comedy and glitz. Cabaret from the golden age of New York's Yiddish theatre. Previous performances include Royal Festival Hall, Hackney Empire, Soho Theatre and BBC Radio London. 'Real stage presence' Times. 'Evocative Klezmer' Evening Standard. Preview Aug 1-3: 20:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 20:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50)
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Soma Club Night T on the Fringe
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Slam return for the 3rd year running, this time as part of their 'Human Response' tour celebrating the release of the new album. Joined by label mates Silicone Soul and Octogen for another great soma party. Aug 24: 23:00 (6hrs) £8.00
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Songs of Scotland Brian Bannatyne-Scott
Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
WHO IS THE FUNNIEST STUDENT COMEDIAN IN THE UK? See 13 of the brightest young comedians battle it out at the final of the Revels Student Comedy Awards with chortle.co.uk Venue: Pleasance – Ace Dome Date: Tuesday 14th August 2007 Time: Starts at 23.00 Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concessions)
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Songs and duets by Beethoven and Haydn performed by two of Scotland's finest singers, Brian Bannatyne-Scott and Lorna Anderson, accompanied by Jan Waterfield, including settings of Burns, in one of the most beautiful venues in Edinburgh. Aug 12: 17:00 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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SONNETS and SERENADES
Louis de Bernieres and The Antonius Players
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Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Louis de Bernieres and the Antonius Players return with their sell-out show of poetry and music. Beethoven, ballads, jokes and reels, an impressive range of instruments, Louis' own poetry! This event is guaranteed to move and entertain.
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Sophie Ramsay, By Yon Castle Wa' Demarco Rocket Productions
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Singing about Jacobite battles and Burns' pastoral lovemaking, Sophie returns following last year's sell-out show, 'Comin' thro' the Rye.' 'This is a pure taste of Scotland: beautiful person, beautiful songs, beautiful show' **** Scotsman.
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Sound of Seventeen Big Band Sound of Seventeen Big Band
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Edinburgh's best-known big band playing a range of standards and jazz charts with great soloists and featuring Martin McQeenie singing wonderful songs with some specially commissioned arrangements. Don't miss! Aug 19: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR - AFRICAN SPIRIT SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Don't miss Grammy Award-Winning Soweto Gospel Choir as they return to the Fringe with the world premiere of their exhilarating new show 'African Spirit.' 'Spectacular' New York Times. 'Truly inspirational' ***** Scotsman. Aug 2-8: 12:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£12.00) Aug 9-26: 12:00 (1hr) £16.00 (£14.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Spirit of Scotland Harry MacFadyen
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Experience the high-energy performance of Harry MacFadyen from Perthshire. He creates a unique blend of powerful vocals and foot-tapping instrumentals. 'Engages his audience with ease' Folk on Tap. Bagpipes, guitar, mandolin, vocals. www.harrymacfadyen.co.uk Aug 9-11,16-18: 21:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Tam White - Flying solo 2007
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides,10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Debut album 'April and I' tells the tale of a boy, his imaginary friend, and the struggles of growing up. Described as 'the perfect headphone symphony' by Under the Radar Magazine, he has supported Jim Noir and Ed Harcourt.
If you've seen Tam before, you just know this will be a great show. That voice. Unique. Ohhhh, that voice! Plus songs from Muddy Waters, Mose Allison, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen et al ... Must-see.
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Aug 17: 19:00 (3hrs) £6.50
Tam White
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Royal Over-Seas League, Overseas House, 100 Princes St • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D3
Stravinsky's 'Soldiers Tale Suite' plus works by Adès, Turnage and Weir, performed by Timothy Orpen, clarinet, John Myerscough, cello, and Alasdair Beatson, piano - closing the ROSL ARTS 2007 concert series. Hot chocolate and tablet afterwards included. www.roslarts.co.uk Aug 24: 22:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
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One of the great European blues singers, with an on-stage presence which insists we will enjoy ourselves. His authentically gravelly voice impresses enormously and lingers prominently in the memory. Edinburgh's local hero to enjoy (with band). Aug 19: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £13.00
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Stefan Warzycki and Adrian Sims perform Tchaikovsky's 'Pathétique Symphony' as it was originally composed - for piano duo. Aug 23: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
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That 1 Guy Like a one-man band plucked from the pages of Dr. Seuss, That 1 Guy delivers earthshaking future funk from the magic pipe to accompany his madcap lyrics about turbo snails, meat storms, and weasel pot pies. Aug 22-26: 23:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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theghostorchestra - New Songs of Love and Loss
Michaela Betts (vox) Ross Lardner (guitar) Ruth Chan (piano)
The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E4
Compared to Billy Bragg, Mike Skinner and Jo Strummer. Excellent new UK artist. Favourite of NME and Radio 1. Gives out mix tapes of his favourite tunes after the show.
UK premiere
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
'Classic songs, stunning arrangements' BBC Radio 2. One hour of exquisite three-part pop harmonies and classically-styled piano augmented with introductory films.Written and directed by Des Burkinshaw. www.myspace.com/thetheghostorchestra.com Aug 20-26: 19:40 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
The Table (Stolik)
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Todd Gordon and the Great American Songbook
Karbido (Poland)
Assembly Aurora Nova, St Stephen's Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: B3
Karbido crew play the specially made original table: a wooden instrument with exceptional and unique acoustic properties. It's a piece of furniture with soul. Sensitive to the slightest touch and uniquely resonating. Music treads the boards!
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Stefan Warzycki and Adrian Sims
Preview Aug 3: 15:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:10 (1hr) £13.00 (£10.00) Aug 6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 15:10 (1hr) £12.00 (£9.00)
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That 1 Guy
Symphony Without Orchestra
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
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Tam White
ROSL ARTS
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Stravinsky Late
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Todd Gordon
Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • Grid Ref: F6
One of Britain's leading jazz/swing singers performs classics by Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and Rodgers and Hart, such as 'Just One of Those Things' and 'Blue Skies,' as well as marvellous lesser-performed gems. Aug 23: 19:30 (2hrs) £13.00 (£10.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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TaizÉ Chants & More
Tom Russell and Michael Martin
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
A calming oasis for the spirit. Soul-nourishing chants from Taize and beyond. Intimate arrangements by regular singers in Edinburgh's ancient stone spaces. A cappella and with baroque lute. Amidst the resonant stones of historic Old St Paul's. www.heartwoodmusic.com/rose.php
From Texas, Russell is one of America's greatest folk singers. Acclaimed CDs include, 'The Man From God Knows Where,' and 'Hotwalker.' His performance was a highlight of Cambridge Folk Festival 2006.
Lonesome Highway
Rose
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Penicuik Vaults Singers
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
All through the seasons, this informal group gathers to sing in ancient stone vaults around Edinburgh. Come and experience the refreshment we find in these timeless chants. Aug 1,25: 17:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00)
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Tom Tom Club
Strut & Fret Production House E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
TaizÉ for your Soul
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More havoc than a car crash, more dance party than performance, more energy than Red Bull ... Audacious acrobatics, phenomenal beatboxing, master scratching and indescribable drumming. This is high-energy, high-impact entertainment ... it must be seen. Preview Aug 2-3: 16:00 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) European premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £13.50 (£12.00)
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Take Note! with Mozart and Haydn
Traditional Scottish Singing
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Following last year's sell-out show, EGO return with orchestra and soloists for a concert including Haydn's 'Nelson Mass' and excerpts from Mozart's 'Cosi Fan Tutte.' 'EGO ... a chorus par excellence' Herald. www.edinburghgrandopera.com
Dundee Junior Showtime Choir will be appearing for the third time at the Fringe, supported by the new Dundee Freevoice Singers Senior Citizens Choir, giving a performance of a variety of traditional Scottish and modern show songs.
Edinburgh Grand Opera
Dundee Junior Showtime Choir and the Freevoice Singers
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Union of Knives
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Cabaret Voltaire, 36 Blair Street • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: E5
The combined talents of Frances Cooper (soprano), Anne Lewis (mezzo-soprano) and Colin Dundas (piano) discover, through the vocal music of Rossini, Ravel, LesterCribb, Gurney, Gershwin and others besides, that 'All that matters is love and work.'
Pounding rhythms, emotionally-charged vocals, soaring guitar lines get right under the skin. Tate Modern recently invited the band to wander the gallery to find a work of art which would inspire them to write a track.
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Frances Cooper, Anne Lewis and Colin Dundas
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True Live
Up the Bloody Raw!
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Spontaneous, orchestrated, brilliant - True Live are everything their name indicates and so much more.A band of classically-trained musicians with astonishing quantities of talent blending 100% live hip hop, jazz, classical and beats with uber-cool lyrics. Essential!
Cross Border Band, in their inventive, lively show celebrate the honest working man, from lusty farmers to canny miner lads. 'Shades of Scotland and Durham mixed to create a unique piece of folk theatre!' M&B Herald.
Cross Border Band
True Live
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Tschaikowsky (and other Russians)
VinCaffÈ Swing Jazz Dinners
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Vincaffè, 11 Multrees Walk • 0131 557 0088 • Grid Ref: C5
'Brilliant! ... An involving lesson in history, musicology and humanity told in rapid fire bursts of energy that verge on genius (well, mad genius) ... See the show you'll be talking about for days!' Time Out NY.
Enjoy Swing 2007 Jazz or Philip Contini singing Louis Prima whilst dining in critically acclaimed VinCaffè. £29.50 set menu or à-la-carte. Phone 0131 557 0088 for details. Booking essential.
VinCaffè Swing Jazz Dinners
Mark Nadler
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Vivaldi: Four Seasons Canongate Kirk, Canongate, Royal Mile • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: D6
Ian Bruce
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Ians Bruce and Walker are charismatic solo folk performers. In the Eighties and Nineties they wowed audiences as a dynamic duo. Here's a rare opportunity to relive that magic. 'No wasted moments!' says Hector Christie. Aug 11: 17:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Edinburgh Symphony Baroque
The Two Ians' Greatest Hits
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Possibly the best known masterpieces of all time,Vivaldi's spectacular violin concertos tell a compelling narrative that carries the listener effortlessly through the changing year. 'Baroque music lovers book your tickets now' ThreeWeeks 2006. 'Unmissable' Edinburghguide.com 2005. Aug 19: 20:00 (1hr 45mins) £10.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Wagogo - Fruits of the Baobab
The Two Tall Girls
The Zawose Family
Sophie Bancroft and Christine Hanson Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, East Gate, 7a Inverleith Row • 0131 552 7171 • Grid Ref: A2
Intimate and sexy. Gorgeous music from two of Scotland's most inventive and distinctive artists, jazz-folk singer/songwriter Sophie Bancroft and Canadian cellist Christine Hanson. 'Refreshing and utterly magical' Herald.
The latest generation of the great East African performing dynasty - the Zawose family - bring their vibrant traditional music and spectaular dance to the heart of the Botanics. Dazzling outdoor family entertainment for charity. Donations welcome.
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The Wailin' Jennys
Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk St • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
The all-strumming, all-plucking, all-singing ensemble turn key moments of rock and roll history into a head-on collision between the Floyd and Wagner. A skiffle band for the 21st century!
Three extraordinary voices, one singular vision. The Wailin' Jennys have evolved into far more than the melodious sum of their individual talents, blowing in on a fresh acoustic breeze from Canada's mid-western heartland.
Lonesome Highway
Assembly
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Underbelly Live @ Baby Belly
Welcome Back to Hotel California
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Underbelly Productions
'It's Underbelly Live that has quickly established itself as having the most eclectic programme of music on the Fringe' List. The best new music. See www.underbelly.co.uk for full listings of gigs during the Fringe. Aug 6-8,12-15,19-22: 23:30 (1hr 30mins) Prices vary from £7.00-£15.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Dutch Eagles
The Dutch Eagles may just be the best Eagles tribute band ever. They will take you back to 'Hotel California' and many other unforgettable Eagles hits. 'Frighteningly authentic, exceptional singing, great show!' Dutch Theatre Guide.
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Kanye West
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
T on the Fringe
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: F1
The best new music from Scotland and beyond. Intimate gigs from some great names. See www.underbelly.co.uk for full line-ups and gigs during the Fringe.
One of the world's biggest hip hop names. Both performer and producer. A chance to see him in a smaller venue than the huge rooms he plays usually.
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Whimsical Tricycle - Insane in London
Yellow Hands
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Guitar.Violin. Original songs. Unanimously unique. 'Moving, humorous, immensely entertaining ... authentic' Independent. 'Crowded House are an obvious reference point ... one of the most uplifting musical experiences on the Fringe' **** Evening News. ***** Adelaide Advertiser.
Follow the awe-inspiring antics of three yellow-handed musical maestros as they belt out spectacular tunes and virtuoso arrangements using everything they can find! Germany's record-breaking musical extravaganza in their UK debut. 'A scurrilous wonder' Munchen Merkur.
Whimsical Tricycle (Kieran Butler & Michelle Wilson)
Preview Aug 2-4: 12:50 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:50 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 12:50 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Fliegende Bauten and Assembly
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Whistlebinkies in Concert
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The Whistlebinkies
Yiddish Song Project
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Yiddish Song Project
Hear the best Scottish acoustic traditional music: their famous blend of pipes, fiddle, clarsach, concertina, flute and drums. Featuring unveiling of group portrait by Martin Baillie and their aclaimed third Greentrax album 'Albanach.' www.whistlebinkies.net
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
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From klezmer to jazz, experience the raucous joyfulness and melancholic beauty of the Yiddish musical tradition and hear new Yiddish music performed by this trio Stephanie Brickman (vocalist), Phil Alexander (piano/accordion), Jo Nicholson (clarinet). Aug 16,18-22: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£7.00)
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The Wilders
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The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Young and the Damned
'If this were old Salem, they'd be burned at the stake. They play like they're possessed.' The Wilders from Missouri make a triumphant return after last year's sellout run. Watch these amazing Herald Angel winners rock The Spiegeltent!
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Wilders
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The Wrigley Sisters The Wrigley Sisters
Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid Ref: F1
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Young and the Damned
An energetic night of raucous rock. 'Once in every generation a band comes along that changes the way people see the world. Until then we've got Young and the Damned' Paul Gadd. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 23:00 (50mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 23:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 23:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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'... play from the heart about their Orkney Islands Homeland' Canberra Times. '... put their own spin on traditional jigs and reels' Denver Post. '... bending traditional tunes to jazzy, tonal surprises, keeping crowds guessing' Santa Cruz Metro. www.wrigleysisters.com Aug 17: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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About Suffering They Were Never Wrong ... (The Trojan Women)
Blood from Stone
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
From one of our most talented young playwrights comes a new blend of breathtaking music and motion in a play questioning the value of your heart's desire. Eight distinct characters have one night to find the answer.
HWS Rembiko
Dr. Paul Ludden's breathtaking world-premiere opera, conducted by LA Opera's Daniel Faltus. Featuring Taylor Heisley-Cook ('destined for Broadway stardom ... powerful singing voice ... commanding stage presence' ThreeWeeks 2005). www.rembiko.com Preview Aug 3: 13:30 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 5,8,10,14,17: 13:30 (1hr 20mins) £9.00 (£7.00)
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Through The Window Theatre
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
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Africa's Heartbeat
The Bonnet Blue
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
African Children's Choir
Following last year's debut and 4-star reviews, the African Children's Choir return with an unmissable show. Despite coming from despairing circumstances, they express their dignity and undeniable talent in a compelling, high-energy celebration of their African culture. Aug 6-9,13-15,20-22,24: 16:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The 5633 Theatre Company
A small musical society struggling to put on their own show find an unfinished manuscript. Racked with indecision, they eventually take it on. Do they have what it takes? This is a premiere not to be missed. Aug 21-27: 19:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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The Boy Friend
... And Piano Make Three
Dundee Schools Music Theatre
Les Dames à Trois
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
St Thomas of Aquins High School, 2-20 Chalmers Street • 01382 438 110 • Grid Ref: F4
Innovative American opera troupe presents this delightful romantic comedy about a man, a woman, and ... a piano? Try it - it's spicy! Featuring coloratura soprano Patrice Boyd, composer/pianist/tenor Philip Seward, and 'Elsie.' www.lesdames.com
Fun-filled night, set in Villa Caprice School for young ladies, with a delicious assortment of characters - among them love-lost Polly Browne, desperate to find that certain thing called 'The Boy Friend.'
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Around the World ... Broadway and Beyond!
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Bohemians
Breakfast with the Romantics
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
John Webster, incorporating music by Brindaband
Following their 2006 sell-out concert, the Bohemians return with an exciting new collection of songs from stage and screen taking you on a musical journey to the four corners of the earth ... and beyond!
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
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ASBO! The Musical Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
See the story of one chav's quest for the ultimate recognition - an ASBO! Join Darren for a host of tunes, burberry and sequins as he lies, cheats and taps his way to an ASBO. Aug 6-11: 16:25 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-17: 16:40 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
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Bennie Othella & The Jets:The Musical TrueCrime Story of an American Idol ... and Her Extremely Jealous Backup Singer HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Shakespeare! Live Rock! Regarding 2005's 'MacDaddy and LadyBeth': 'A visual and oral spectacle other Fringe shows will do well to match' ThreeWeeks. www.rembiko.com Preview Aug 4: 20:25 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 6,9,11,14,16,18: 20:25 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Byron, Shelley, Keats and Leigh Hunt - yesteryear's Fab Four? Come and enjoy a whirlwind musical tour of essential, revitalised Romantic lyrics. Two centuries of creativity and hope served up with delicious coffee and pastries. www.pathfinderaudio.co.uk
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Chicago
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
A story of murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery, and treachery, all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts as performed by Godwin High School's students. Entertainment that's sure to please. Go to: www.godwintheatre.org for more information. Aug 7: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Children of Eden
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
The themes of families, relationships, and learning to let go weave their way through 'Children of Eden' - a musical based on the first nine-and-a-half chapters of the book of Genesis. Aug 17: 10:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 20:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 18:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 14:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Children's Letters to God
The American High School Theatre Festival
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
A charming show that explores some often-asked questions common not only to children, but also to adults. Whimsical songs and scenes follow the innocent joys and sometimes simple sorrows of growing up.
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New Canaan High School in conjunction with the American High School Theatre Festival presents
The Choice of Hercules Terra Nullius
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Hercules faces a difficult decision. Pleasure and Virtue battle it out for the heart of a hero! Which would you choose ...? A fun new physical theatre production of a rarelyperformed Handel comic masterpiece. www.terranulliusopera.com Preview Aug 3-4: 12:30 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 5,7,10-11,13,15,17-18,20,22,24-25: 12:30 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00) World premiere •
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Choon-Hyang:True Love Theatre Seoul
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Theatre Seoul's Youth Musical Company presents Korea's most adored traditional love story. Lovers Choon-Hyang and Mong-Ryong must overcome treachery and deceit, defending what's most important to them - each other. 'Brimming with enthusiasm ... ensemble moments are faultless' Scotsman. Aug 10,14-17,21-24: 11:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 11:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 13,20,27: 11:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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Kenmac Productions C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Bobby - intelligent, charismatic, attractive and unabashedly single. Join us as we raise a glass to the eternal bachelor with his delightfully dysfunctional married friends. Sondheim's award-winning musical about marriage and the myth of the modern man, featuring a top professional cast. Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 20:20 (1hr 45mins) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 13,20,27: 20:20 (1hr 45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 20:20 (1hr 45mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Book by Roger O. Hirson
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Mon, Aug 6, 14:15 Tues, Aug 7, 22:15 Thurs, Aug 9, 12:15 Fri, Aug 10, 16:15
Blueside, Venue #103 1b Pilrig Street Tickets: £6 at the door or at www.edfringe.com
Box Office Phone: 0131 553 1876
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Pippin runs approximately 90 minutes and features fog effects. Pippin is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
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The Confessions of Julian Po
Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
A strange man stumbles into an even stranger small American town and secrets begin to unfold. Winner of the NAMT Festival in New York, this beautiful new musical has an astonishing twist in the tale ... Aug 7,9,11,14,16,18,21,23,25: 19:25 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dear Brutus Kickline Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
World premiere of the final musical by Julian Slade, composer of 'Salad Days,' based on J.M. Barrie's masterpiece, with lyrics by Kit Hesketh-Harvey. On Midsummer's Eve, the spirit of Puck must once more rekindle lost loves and dreams. Aug 13-14,19,22: 19:00 (2hrs 15mins) £8.00 (£5.00) Aug 16,18,20-21,25: 16:00 (2hrs 15mins) £8.00 (£5.00) Aug 17,24: 14:00 (2hrs 15mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dido and Aeneas Dido and Aeneas
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
A concert performance of Purcell's opera with string ensemble directed from the harpsichord by Christopher Bucknall and with soloists Marcia McDougall (Dido), Henry Manning (Aeneas) and Elaine MacInnes (Belinda). Aug 11: 12:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Disney: Fringe Fantasia Edinburgh Music Theatre
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
After last year's sell-out success, 'Copacabana,' EMT returns with a magical journey through some of Disney's best-loved tunes. From 'The Jungle Book' to 'The Lion King,' it's all here. Suitable for children aged 0-100! www.edinburghtheatre.co.uk Aug 6-9: 18:50 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9: 20:35 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Disney's High School Musical
A Feast of Song & Light Classical Music
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
Wales @ Greyfriars Kirk
The American High School Theatre Festival
Follow Troy and Gabriella as they meet, fall for each other, and discover their love of singing. A show sure to make you bounce in your seat and keep you laughing! Aug 7: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Meet a misguided wannabe desperately seeking pop-STAR-dom! Enter Fairy Godmothers Ella Fitzgerald, Marilyn Monroe and Marlene Dietrich. A wild cabaret fairytale unfolds: painfully funny, obscenely glamorous. 'Western's gorgeous singing voice serves her well' Australian. www.melissawestern.com
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Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
A 1986 South Bank Show commission, 'Enchanted Lovers' is a modernisation of Purcell's 'Dido & Aeneas' by Howard Goodall. Retaining much of the original, Goodall re-scores and adds his own originality to create a modern, contemporary new Dido. Aug 6: 16:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 7-12: 16:10 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Helen Bews (piano) accompanies short stories read by David Broughton. 'The Entertainers,' a light-hearted romp with girls on the game; and 'Fur Elise,' a ghost story set in Wales. Both are, of course, true. Aug 21: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Just think live Eurovision Song Contest in sunny Sarajevo. Ten countries compete, and the audience votes for the winner! 'Dazzles with kitschy brilliance ... an epically delirious hoot!' Variety. 'Immense, well-observed fun ... authentically over-the-top' Sydney Morning Herald. www.eurobeatlive.co.uk
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1215 Productions
A bold and compelling new musical. An innocent man finds himself trapped in a nightmare world, as laws designed to protect against the threat of terror wreak havoc. 'Intelligent, gripping drama' Stage. 'Superb' Time Out (Critics' Choice)
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The Full Monty
Thespians at the Fringe
Aug 13: 20:30 (1hr 45mins) (Free Ticketed) Aug 14-19: 20:30 (1hr 45mins) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The American High School Theatre Festival Refresh your soul with a popular family musical, 'Godspell!' Enjoy the gospel according to St Matthew in this upbeat show with performers heating it up from Miami, Florida. Aug 6: 10:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 20:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 16:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 12:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Godspell
Stage by Stage Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
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Gold Woman
Unknown Theatre Company Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
New home, new life, new love ... but can a technicolour natural blonde superheroine save the day as the past threatens to catch up with Ali and her family. Presented by the award-winning Unknown Theatre Company. Written by Ross/Brind.
Famished
Dastardly Productions C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Deep within the bowels of Victorian London, civilisation is threatened by the recently deceased. Two unlikely heroes must fight to save polite society from the feasting hordes of the undead. Surrealist musical featuring dashing heroism, love torn asunder and excessive facial hair.
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
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Join amazing Aussie Jay Weston's world tour with music from the countries he visits along the way. Songs from 'Phantom,' 'Les Miserables,' the classics of Bocelli and Pavarotti and more! www.jayweston.com
'Prepare Ye the way of the Lord.' Stephen Schwartz's original rock gospel returns with 'a cast of stellar voices' (Catholic Times). 'So much vim and verve you want to jump up and be part of it' **** Festival FM.
Failed States
Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 21:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:30 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50)
From Oz to Edinburgh via Broadway
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Glynn Nicholas Group/No Mates Productions - Festival Highlights
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Eurobeat - Almost Eurovision
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:30 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 15:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.00)
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Will they or won't they? Six steel workers strive for success doing 'The Full Monty.' Come and see if the cast in this new musical of the acclaimed film go all the way!
David Broughton and Helen Bews (Piano)
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Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room • Grid Ref: E5
The Entertainers and Fur Elise
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 21:45 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:45 (1hr 30mins) £12.50 (£10.50)
Aug 10: 16:00 (1hr) £6.00
Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room • Grid Ref: E5
Norfolk Youth Music Theatre
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Following 2005's acclaimed 'Goblin Market,' YMT: UK returns with work in development directed by Peepolykus' John Nicholson. As comedian and clown, John explores the world of the mildly madcap through the eyes of 35 of YMT: UK's most talented performers.
Jay Weston
The Enchanted Lovers - A New Dido
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Youth Music Theatre: UK
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
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Force 9½
Melissa 'Mischievous Minx' Western (Australia)
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Aug 13-17: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.00
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Ella, Marilyn, Marlene & Me
Preview Aug 6-8: 21:30 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 9-12,14-19,21-27: 21:30 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Join Wales' most talented opera stars and instrumentalists in an exciting programme of operatic arias, duets, songs from the shows and light classical music. Preview show at www.cantabileartistsagency.co.uk.
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The Great American Songbook Strictly Songtime
Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 01838 724 487 • Grid Ref: B3
Memorable melodies, vivid lyrics and sophisticated rhymes - the appeal of these timeless popular classics continues to endure. Strictly Songtime's selection of Berlin, Kern, Gershwin, Porter, Rodgers and Arlen's compositions exemplify popular songwriting at its best. Aug 12-18: 20:00 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 18: 14:00 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Guilds
Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Ambition, intrigue, foolish love and custard pies - welcome to the high drama of the Jester Election. EUSOG follow 5-star reviews and sell-out runs ('Gianni Schicchi,' 'Trial By Jury') with 'Guilds,' an original musical comedy satirising the 'politics of idiocy.' Aug 6-12,21-26: 21:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£5.00)
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Hair
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
An updated, abstract rock musical version of the 1960s worldwide hit about love, politics, world views, sex, civil rights, war, and freedom. Filled with hit songs, mixedmedia and reinterpreted to coincide with today's dreams and nightmares. Aug 17: 20:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 10:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 16:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 12:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Hair!
Leicestershire Youth Arts see page 162 for show information
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Who needs power when you can have freedom? Who needs war when you can have love and LSD? Come with us, burn your draft card - we won't fight, we won't be tied down, we won't ... face what's really happening. Aug 13-24: 19:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Hamlet Q Jones:The Musical TrueCrime Story of a Really Depressed American Teenager ... And His Extremely Dysfunctional Family HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Live Rock meets Shakespeare meets CSI! Beatles! Nirvana! Stones! Queen! Regarding 2005's 'MacDaddy & LadyBeth': 'A visual and oral spectacle' ThreeWeeks. www.rembiko.com Preview Aug 3: 20:25 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 5,8,10,12,15,17: 20:25 (1hr 30mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Head Over Wheels
Morpheus Theatre Productions C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Musical comedy proving, finally, that disability can be irrelevant. 45 minutes of love, friendship and lust, quirky humour, irreverence and poignancy. The secrets are in the songs, the action's in the pub and not everyone's naked! Aug 2-3,20,27: 16:30 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 16:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 16:30 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch W4Productions
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Follow Hedwig's tragic love story on a journey to find her other half. Let her explore the 'Origin of Love' in this award-winning musical back at the Festival once again. www.w4greenside.co.uk Aug 16-18,20-25: 22:40 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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High School Musical
Jewish Cabaret
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
The sensational smash-hit musical from Disney Channel explodes into Edinburgh. A talented company dance out their desires in a high-octane production bursting with ambition. Take a chance, dare to dream.
Exhilarating nightly entertainment in this cultural cabaret treat. Featuring comedic musical storyteller Daniel Cainer, satirical performance poet Adam Taylor, Jewish stand-up Judy Batalion, poetry and music from 'Ethnick Shtick' and 1920-1930s Berlin Cabaret 'Schnauber and Troup.'
JMI comes to Edinburgh
UROCK Musical Youth Company
Aug 6-10: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The House Of The Holy Afro Assembly @ The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street • 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: G6
An explosive night of driving club rhythms, soaring harmonies, electric dance, Gospel, house and Afro-pop performed by South Africa's most dazzling troupe. Sell-out seasons worldwide. A uniquely Festival experience! Aug 6-9,14-16,21-22,27: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £13.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17,23-26: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£13.00) Aug 18-19: 22:30 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£13.00)
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How They Brought the Theatre From Dundee to Catterline Then Back Again Small Planet Productions
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Intimate multi-form exploration of Scottish artist Lil Neilson. Employing artworks, music and media images, Stella Small weaves an original and articulate narrative around 1960s Dundee. Aug 19,25-26: 17:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 17:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 21-24: 17:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
World premiere
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Aug 13-15: 20:50 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 16-18: 20:50 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Joined at the Heart:The Story of Victor Frankenstein Sawston Players
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The vital romance at the heart of Mary Shelley's timeless novel is reborn in this soaring new musical. Once in love, Frankenstein stands to lose everything. Dare to journey through this turbulent tale. Aug 12,18: 14:00 (1hr 40mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 13: 14:00 (1hr 40mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 14-17: 14:00 (1hr 40mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Award-winning musical based on Rudyard Kipling's much-loved 'Just So' stories. Performed by the talented graduates of the acclaimed performing arts school, this uplifting performance is an entertaining journey of personal courage, individuality and friendship. Aug 1-3,13: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) Aug 11-12,18: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50) (£7.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The American High School Theatre Festival
Terra Nullius
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Abandoned on Tauris, Iphigenia dreams of the chaos enveloping her family. A unique mixture of voice and movement based on Gluck's opera. Returns for six performances only. **** 'A tour de force' British Theatre Guide. www.terranulliusopera.com Aug 6,8,12,14,19,21: 12:30 (35mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
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Celebrating the values, humour, and original characters still found in the disappearing, rural America, 'Kudzu' tells the story of a boy coming of age against the changing face of the American South.
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Aug 17: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) UK premiere
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La French Touch
Iron Curtain
Paris Spectacle
Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Set in the golden age of musicals, the 1950s, Broadway meets Moscow in this hilarious tale of love, kidnapping, communist divas, and Yankee know-how, proving some like the Cold War HOT! 'Gleefully ridiculous' The New York Times.
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Marlborough School
Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 20,27: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
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The Last Five Years
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Marlborough School takes a fresh approach to this classic rock-opera. The dynamic cast aged 11-19 energetically portray the chain of events leading to the Crucifixion while still provoking the question of its inevitability. www.reallyuseful.com/rug/put/your.htm Aug 19-27: 18:25 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Isabelle Georges, comedic cabaret starlet from France, presents a musical theatrical exploration of her journey so far - embracing the extraordinary and finding tenderness through music in an ever-changing world. 'Sparkling - exquisite' Le Parisien. 'An exceptional voice - enthralling' Stage. www.lafrenchtouch-theshow.com
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Jesus Christ Superstar
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Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 22:25 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:25 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 22:25 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50)
Kudzu:The Hometown Musical
Iphigenia
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Sensational new musical comedy set to incite violent applause and a new cult following. Featuring insightful satirical sequences including 'I Wanna Be Like Osama.' The West shall not be won (again) so long as we have a high-kicking chorus line!
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Secrets, surprises and misunderstandings abound in this entertaining, amusing and moving show. iCU uses an eclectic selection of songs to illustrate how seven characters touch each other's lives and misconstrue each other's meanings, with hilarious and heartbreaking results.
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C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Arts Educational Tring Park
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Aug 6,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26: 19:25 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£6.50)
Silk Circle Productions
Just So!
Amorata
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Jihad:The Musical
Third World Bunfight and Assembly
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Echo Theatrical Productions
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
How does a relationship survive when one party finds overnight success? Chronicling the relationship between an immature novelist and a struggling actress from boom to bust, this ingenious and charming musical pulls no punches. Aug 20-27: 18:50 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Les Miserables
The American High School Theatre Festival
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 447 0111 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: H2
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The Lion and the Jewel Netela Theatre - Daila
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 662 6892 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: F6
A young African Yoruba woman must choose between two conflicting futures. Confronting the tensions between African tradition and Western values - dilemmas that the Ethiopian and Palestinian performers face every day - through humour, song and dance. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;22:15â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ10.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Little Shop of Horrors ExADUS Theatre Company
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge â&#x20AC;˘ 08452 26 27 21 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Courtyard
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The Men In Black encounter a deadly threat to our very existence, and this terrifying enemy surfaces, as such enemies often do, in the seemingly most innocent and unlikely of places ...
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Little Shop of Horrors Viva Youth Theatre
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 557 2124 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: C6
Don't feed the plants! Current smash sell-out show in London's West End. Join Seymour and Audrey in the fight to save the world from malicious man-eating plants! Sell-out show awards 2005 and 2006. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:10â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ6.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ4.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Tblisi Music and Drama State Theatre Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 623 3030 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: D3
EDINBURGH ACADEMY
Elderly Dietrich reminisces with a young psychoanalyst. Famous as a celluloid femmefatale, she also had deeply held views on wartime politics, patriotism, the 'freedom' of Hollywood. Musical drama loosely based on her biography 'The Alphabet of My Life.' With subtitles.
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6 - 26 Aug 07 Box office 07816 671450 PLENTY OF FREE PARKING!
2%#+ based on the classic play by J.M. Barrie
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Marlene Dietrich
STAGE BY STAGE
Treasure Island â&#x20AC;˘ Cabaret â&#x20AC;˘ Kit & the Widow Godspell â&#x20AC;˘ Dear Brutus â&#x20AC;˘ Vigo the Viking
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MARRY ME A LITTLE
Edward's Theatre Company
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 220 6109 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E4
Sondheim's words and music paint a picture of two single people, alone in their Brooklyn apartments, as they pass yet another lonely Saturday night. Doubts are disguised by longing; despair lightened by dreams and hope. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;6-11:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ6.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ4.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Moby Dick! The Musical
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 447 0111 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: H2
St. Godley's Academy for Young Ladies is broke! But staging Melville's classic as a musical might save the school. Women whalers, janitor sailors and a Head Mistress as Ahab. It's a Whale of a Tale!
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by Julian Slade, Veronica Flint-Shipman and Kit Hesketh-Harvey
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MOD
Infinity Repertory Theatre Company understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Fab! Irreverent! Totally groovy! Rory is determined to be the Fifth Beatle. Teen angst set against the backdrop of the Beatles invasion of America. An original musical inspired by the British pop of the early 60s. It's MOD! www.infinityreptheatre.com Preview Aug 4: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£6.50) Aug 5-11: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£6.50)
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Murder and Marmalade SNUG
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Recipe: add a slice of arsenic and old lace, stir in the Famous Five, add a little grease, mix with a huge dollop of lively music, serve with lashings and lashings of marmalade. A spiffing family treat. Aug 6: 14:15 (2hrs) (Free Ticketed) Aug 7-10: 14:15 (2hrs) £7.50 (£6.00)
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Murder On The High C's
Huntington Beach 'Surf City' Players Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row • 07816 671 450 • Grid Ref: B3
Hilarious new musical whodunit, described as 'Ten Little Indians' meets 'The Love Boat.' Set in the 'Titanic-era,' a pleasure voyage takes a murderous turn when a Phantom killer begins wreaking havoc. Orange County Musical Winner. Aug 9-12: 19:30 (2hrs) £8.00 (£5.00)
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Newley - The Singer And His Songs Festival Highlights
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
David Boyle and pianist explore the character and career of Anthony Newley, muchmissed star of stage and screen. Featuring classic songs including 'Pop Goes The Weasel' and 'What Kind Of Fool Am I?'
Preview Aug 1-3: 13:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 13:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 144 for show information
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Once On This Island
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
An Olivier-winner for Best Musical from the creative team behind 'Ragtime,' this visually innovative high-tech production tells the story of a mythical Caribbean girl struggling with love while finding her purpose in life. www.fringeonthisisland.com Aug 6: 10:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7,10: 18:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 12:20 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Orgasm - The Musical Seven Dwarves Ltd
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
We dare you NOT to come! 18+ - definitely not for little squirts. www.sevendwarves.org Aug 3-9: 23:00 (1hr 20mins) £11.50 (£9.50) Aug 10-16: 23:00 (1hr 20mins) £13.50 (£11.50) Aug 17-27: 23:00 (1hr 20mins) £15.50 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Parody or Pathos?
Marika Klambatsea: Soprano voice, piano, musical composition Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
This one-Greek-woman show is 'a moving statement, direct contemporary, heartbreaking, a disfigured voice under the weight of a civilisation that tosses and raves.' 'Marika's musical journey channels Maria Callas and Janis Joplin' Herald Tribune. Aug 20-26: 18:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Pippin
Sailing to Tomorrow
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
The musical that dares to ask: did the son of Charlemagne have an identity crisis, finding no fulfillment in his dalliances with girls, war, religion, domesticity, or even absolute power? It's all in the cards.
The Highland Clearances form the backdrop for another musical from Scottish composer Peter D Robinson. Driven from the land by greed and mismanagement, crofters face an uncertain future. Carpe Diem combines strong drama with powerful, haunting music.
The American High School Theatre Festival
Carpe Diem Productions
Aug 6: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Quilters
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Former recipient of a Fringe First and nominated for six Tony awards, this unique musical celebrates the courage and spirit of American pioneer women, tracing their heroic journey through a dramatic collage of intricately-woven scenes and songs. Aug 6: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Richard O'Brien's Mephistopheles Smith
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Rock-n-roll pop culture phenomenon! Emmy-award winning television show. Firstyear school teacher Tom explores how to win over his students with imagination and music through songs like 'Conjunction Junction,' 'Just a Bill,' and 'The Circulation.' Aug 6: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Secs, Lies & Hazard Tape
Brothers and Sisters, raise your hands in worship to the Evangelist For Hell, gracing us with hymns and devilish tales of his mission to tempt us down to Club Inferno. Follow the cloven hooves!
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Road Movie a Bicyclette Compagnie des Mers du Nord
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
A true story of an ordinary woman who one day decided to travel all over the world alone on a bike.
Frankenstein Pub, 26 George IV Bridge • 0131 622 1818 • Grid Ref: E5
Let the friends of Frankenstein entertain you in true Rocky Horror style. Live performances from Dr Frank'N'Furter and guests. Make sure you are part of the horror spectacular. Dress to impress and prepare to be scared! Aug 6,8,13,15,20,22,27,29: 23:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Romeo & Juliet - A Rock and Roll Love Story Aurora/WCSU
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Stunning visual theatre, lyrical rock score, explosive dancing. Set in New York, Shakespeare's original text. Unforgettable, sensual, provocative theatre. 'Touching theatre flourishes. Well sung ... elegant, haunting' News Times. All ages. Don't miss!
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New musical celebrating the comedy in office politics. Graduate Susan and Tina the Temp become an unlikely powerful duo, tackling Middle Management bureaucracy. Beware of form-obsessed Linda and power-crazed Jacqui ... oops, here comes office hunk Terry! Preview Aug 2-3: 18:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-19: 18:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
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David Knox & Dean Lotherington present
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Frankenstein Pub
Preview Aug 3-4: 14:45 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20,22-23: 14:45 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:45 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Seriously. Pet Shop Boys. Reinterpreted.
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A Rocky Horror Night
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Girl Friday Productions
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Aug 13-18,20-27: 11:20 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£6.50)
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Janus Theatre Company
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The American High School Theatre Festival
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
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School House Rock
The American High School Theatre Festival
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Seriously. Pet Shop Boys. Reinterpreted. A grand piano, string quartet and five dynamite singers strip back the hi-energy songs of Tennant & Lowe. Profound lyrics. Sumptuous melodies. Love. Hate. Gay. Straight. 'A resounding success ... the impact is electrifying' Variety. www.seriouslypsb.com Aug 2-11,13-18,20-27: 22:30 (1hr 15mins) £15.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Skin Deep
Poot Productions Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
A fun, energetic musical that tackles body issues affecting teenagers. This innovative piece is an insight into the many demons that invade teenagers' lives. A no-nonsense script that questions the effects of media manipulation. Aug 21-25: 17:00 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Slice of Saturday Night - The 60s Musical Reckless
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Mini-skirts, mini-dramas and hem-high harmony. It wouldn't be a Saturday night without it! Swing with the 60s and experience music, drama and teenage angst just as you remember it. Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 21:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 13,20,27: 21:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 21:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Snowflake (100 words for snow, one for sorrow) Castoffs Youth Theatre Group
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Albertine Snow (15) doesn't eat. In Nunavut, Elizabeth Paqluk overeats, whilst caring for her deracinated family. Myth meets modernity, global warming: globalisation. Original noir musical. Dynamic, youthful Castoffs. 4 stars (2006). Aug 21-25: 12:45 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
see page 215 for show information
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Songbirds & Heroes
Ticket To The Top: A Rock Opera Of Corporate Proportions
Lights of London Productions
HWS Rembiko
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 667 7740 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: F6
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place â&#x20AC;¢ 0871 750 0077 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E6
From Marlene Deitrich to Motown, Flanders Field to Gracie Fields, and Flower Power to Guns'n'Roses - this one-woman show features popular songs of love, protest, propaganda, humour and hope sung in wartime. With multimedia, characterisation and quick changes! www.lightsoflondonproductions.co.uk
Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;3-4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;3-4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-7,9-11:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-7,9-14,16-21,23-27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
LA Weekly -award winning director/choreographer/playwright Brian Fretté spearheads Leon Moskatel's crowd-pleasing musical about the misadventures of young love. Regarding Fretté's 'The Defenders': 'Witty, disciplined ... gorgeous ... overall kinetic visual wit' Los Angeles Times. www.rembiko.com Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£5.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;6,9,11,15,18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
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Tony Blair - the Musical Io Theatre Company
Songs For A New World
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 668 1633 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: F5
Echo Theatrical Productions
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge â&#x20AC;¢ 08452 26 27 21 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
It's about one moment: strive forward or turn back? A musical that transports you from the New World to Fifth Avenue, exploring love, sacrifice and the hope of new horizons. Life-affirming theatre for today. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14-19,21-27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;17:50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£10.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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He came, he saw, he conquered. But did Tony Blair's ambition cause his downfall? New satire by James Lark ('very funny ... fantastically skewed' New York Times), as dramatic and gripping as 'Today in Parliament' ... with songs. Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;3-4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£6.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-9,14-16,20-23,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10-12,17-19,24-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£10.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£9.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tony! The Blair Musical
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place â&#x20AC;¢ 0871 750 0077 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E6
C, Chambers Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
'It's about one moment.' Jason Robert Brown's thought-provoking cult hit has set feet tapping and critics raving the world over. With inspired lyrics and a pulsating score that will set hearts of all ages pounding.
Making government rock! Join Blair, Bush, Brown and a barbershop quartet of Tory leaders for this intimate revue of Tony's Greatest Hits. There ain't no party like a Labour party. 'Bloody Brilliant' ThreeWeeks. www.whiterosetheatre.co.uk
White Rose Theatre
Theatrespot
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Spend, Spend, Spend Tempo Musical Productions
St Oswald's Hall, Montpelier Park â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 220 3234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: H2
Tempo's exciting presentation of this West End hit. The true story of Viv Nicholson who won, and lost, a fortune in 1961 on the Football Pools. 'Poignant, rousing, spectacular' Edinburgh Evening News 2007. 'Sheer professionalism, unmissable' EdinburghGuide.com. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11-18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:35â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(2hrsâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£12.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£10.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fitz Theatre
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace â&#x20AC;¢ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E4
The infamous Demon Barber stalks the Royal Mile as this gruesome murder musical steals into Edinburgh. Dark deeds and desperate decisions inform this new gothic production of Sondheim's masterpiece.
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Scotland's world-renowned Scottish dinner show returns with dazzling traditional music, song, bagpipes, dance and culture, including exclusive performance of Three Scottish Tenors! Exceptional show/gourmet dinner and wine in Prestonfield's historic setting - unmissable! Julâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;29-Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;2,5-10,12-14,16-17,20-23,27,30:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(3hrs)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£47.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Threepenny Opera Bablake at Diverse Attractions
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 225 8961 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E4
Brecht and Weill in Tony-winning Blitzstein adaptation: Mack the Knife, with friends in high places, can watch justice hang and the streets ooze with corruption, violence and poverty. London,1837 - Berlin, 1928 - Daily Mail, 2007. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:15â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Tribute to Ivor Novello
Will Kempe and the Nine Days' Wonder
St Andrew's & St George's Church, 13 George Street • 0131 225 3847 • Grid Ref: D4
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Ensemble
Annual visitors since 1990, Fife's leading operatic concert group Ensemble present a tribute to the composer of shows like 'The Dancing Years' and songs such as 'Keep the home fires burning.' Aug 26: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00)
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Edinburgh Studio Opera New opera by Julian Wagstaff. Two scientists are locked in a race to be the first to build an intelligent machine. A futuristic tale of lust, rivalry and betrayal. Fully-staged production sung in English, with orchestra.
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Urinetown
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Scathing satire and winner of three Tonys, 'Urinetown' takes us to a time of permanent drought. It parodies traditional musicals as two young lovers struggle to overcome the tyrannical Urine Good Company which makes people 'pay to pee.' Aug 17: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Wedding and the City
The Lot, 4 Grassmarket • 0131 225 9922 • Grid Ref: E4
Ritual wedding in modern city. Bride and groom between Heaven and Earth, between life and death. Powerful singing, fabulous national outfits, enchanting dance movements. Be our guest! 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Royal High Productions
Royal High School, East Barnton Avenue • 0131 336 2261 • Grid Ref: C1
The Royal High School's presentation of 'We Will Rock You.' Globalsoft rules and the Killer Queen wants everyone to be Gaga. Only Galileo can save the world - through Queen's music. Presented by permission of www.schoolswillrockyou.com. Aug 21-23: 19:00 (2hrs 45mins) £8.00 Aug 24-25: 19:00 (2hrs 45mins) £10.00 Aug 25: 14:30 (2hrs 45mins) £8.00
Aug 3-4,6-11: 19:30 (2hrs 15mins) £7.50 (£5.50) Aug 4,11: 14:30 (2hrs 15mins) £7.50 (£5.50)
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Working,The Musical
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Based on the best-selling book by Studs Terkel, 'Working' explores the American workday with original words by 26 men and women who comment and sing about the daily grind of their jobs, lives, hopes and aspirations. Aug 6: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Xenu is Loose! Cower puny Humans as the Dark Prince of the Galactic Federation rains Atomic Death once more upon your Pitiful Planet - The Musical! Collapsible Theatre Company
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 1-3,20,27: 16:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 16:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 16:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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What's next? factor - Free Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Berlin, 3 South Queensferry Street Lane • 0131 467 7215 • Grid Ref: E2
Life begins at 40 - but 40 is the new 30, so do I have to wait another 10 years to start living? I bloody hope not! I'm Kitty, the next big thing to hit Simon Cowell ... www.freefestival.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
'Ease on down the road' to Venue 120 for an exciting, magical, fantasmagorical evening from previous Fringe sell-out FCT. This modern retelling of 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' will leave audiences on their feet in acclaim for this sparkling production.
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Inverleith Church Hall, Inverleith Gardens, Ferry Road • 0131 538 6077 • Grid Ref: A3
Only Scientology can save you now. From the team behind the 2006 smash hit 'Top Gun.'
We Will Rock You
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Forth Childrens Theatre
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Franko Music and Drama Theatre
Aug 6-12: 14:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.50)
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Aug 3-19,21-27: 12:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 3-11: 20:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
The Wiz
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
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Shakespeare's new musical! Book/Lyrics: Kempe/Shakespeare; Music: Fast Forward. Re-live Will Kempe's greatest hits on his celebrated Morris dance from London to Norwich. Fun for all the family! 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
The Turing Test
Aug 15-19: 21:25 (1hr 5mins) £9.00 (£6.00)
Fast Forward Theatre
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
This 50s style musical blast 'stays safely on the sunny side of the macabre ... 'A gentle send-up of the teenage romance films given a radioactive glow of novelty' NY Times. Teen love never dies ... literally! Aug 6: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Why You're Fat And Ugly And Everybody Hates You! Z Theatre Company
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Follow the stories of 14 people living the critique of self-help books! This sexy musical cynically explores the complexities of the modern relationship, whilst one electrifying song follows another! Aug 6-11: 18:15 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-17: 18:30 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Aaron Berg Presents Macbeth
AINE ... (tigone)
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
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The Stanford Shakespeare Society
San Francisco to Shakespeare's Scotland. We are excited to present an intimate production of 'Macbeth.' Transported from California back to its Scottish origins, an ensemble of six creates a seamless, high-paced version of the classic. www.shakespeare.stanford.edu Preview Aug 3-4: 18:40 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£5.00) Aug 5-12,14-19,21-27: 18:40 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Infinity Stage Company Share a cup of tea with Ayckbourn as he conjures up a caricature of middle class suburbia. Old friends reminisce at a riotous tea party rife with ridiculous social frivolities, awkward silences and a paper towel holder!
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Accidental Death of a Terrorist
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An Air Balloon Across Antarctica Can an obese hamster with an addiction to cereal and a burning desire to be a lemming conquer a bit of snow? Can Caitlin? And what's in the urn? This outstanding Australian production reveals all. Preview Aug 1-3: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.00) (£6.00 U) European premiere •
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Alice Bell
Mouth to Mouth Theatre Company
Lone Twin Theatre
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Paralysed, deaf and blind - this detainee could not be a terrorist ... In the absence of medication, and with jailers in place of jury, all is not as it seems. Stunning, satirical and cutting new production.
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 19,25-26: 13:50 (1hr 25mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 13:50 (1hr 25mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 21-24: 13:50 (1hr 25mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
Preview Aug 3: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 5,9,13,16: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
Three to a Room
Absent Friends
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Adam Howard's jarring re-imagining of Sophocles, updated to 'The Troubles' of early 1970s Belfast. Over one-too-many pints, hot-headed Aine and unyielding uncle Charlie fight to the death. 'By far the best young ensemble cast on the Fringe' Scotsman. www.rembiko.com
This internationally celebrated company tell the story of Alice Bell, a fictional character born into a fictional conflict. A portrait of life as something to sing and dance about. 'A hope-filled story for 21st Century' DeStandaard (Brussels). Aug 20-25: 18:25 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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All About Us Big Scissors
Adolf
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
A tale of juxtapositions between age, place and purpose. What does it really mean to be 19 in Hackney or 19 in Knightsbridge? Are we all victims of our postcode?
GUY MASTERSON - TTI & Pip Utton Theatre Company (UK) Guy Masterson directs Pip Utton's chillingly accurate invocation of the Führer's last hours. One of the finest solo shows ever! 'Terrifying, searing, transfixing!' ***** Scotsman. 'Utterly brilliant!' Independent. 'Superb' Herald. 'If you see only one show, see 'Adolf!'' Kaleidoscope. Preview Aug 3-4: 12:20 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:20 (1hr 30mins) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 6-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 12:20 (1hr 30mins) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ae Fond Kiss
Oran MorE! at Assembly - The Best From a Play, a Pie and a Pint Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
By Anne-Marie di Mambro, starring Libby McArthur. Zed's 18th birthday treat is a session with Lola, mid-forties and down on her luck. '... a little cracker of a contemporary Scottish comedy' **** Scotsman. Preview Aug 3: 14:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-21,27: 14:00 (50mins) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 14:00 (50mins) £12.50 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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After Electra
HEART THEATRE COMPANY The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
Sex. Murder. Incest. Betrayal. 'After Electra' will take you on a journey that will test your boundaries, as the deceit, passion and power of Eugene O'Neill's 'Mourning Becomes Electra' is thrust upon you in this brand new sequel. Aug 4-13,15-18: 15:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Age Of Angels
Guy Masterson - TTI and IMC Productions Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Guy Masterson presents Mark Soper's fascintating, taut Hollywood thriller, directed by Ines Wurth ('I Miss Communism'). Mass murder in La La Land has never been such a spiritually uplifting experience! Ten stories. Ten suspects.You decide! Preview Aug 2-3: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-22,27: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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All Fall; All Falling
Theatre Underground: Scotland
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We are lost. We are broken. Written by Scottish playwright Edward Nammi and inspired by Pinter, Beckett, Mamet, Chekhov, Ibsen, Kane, Kellman, and Shakespeare, these eight plays perform in rep as part of their Scottish Tour.
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Aug 2-11: 18:15 (30mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-18: 18:20 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 20-27: 20:00 (27mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten The American High School Theatre Festival
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
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BigVillage Theatre Company Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
A motley TV crew arrive for a spooky vigil featuring orbs, doorkeepers - and the odd Jaffa Cake. Yvette and Co. would be green with envy! Supremely daft new comedy from multiple BBC-commissioned writer. BigVillage sell-out Fringe shows 2005-06!
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Alternative Medicine Patricia Hartshorne
Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Patricia Hartshorne returns as naïve, repressed Enid. Working for Doctor SmytheWilkinson, her eyes are opened. Her confidence grows, as does her infatuation for her employer - but not his patients. Changes are coming, can she cope? What's the alternative? Preview Aug 4: 16:10 (1hr 10mins) £4.00 Aug 5-26: 16:10 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Amelia Jane Hunter is Keith Flipp Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Who is Keith Flipp? He's Amelia and he's trapped and disturbed. He's the vanishing twin, back by popular demand to make Amelia the altar for his irrepresible ego. A darkly comic and engaging romp!
Preview Aug 1-4: 15:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 15:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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American Poodle Guy Masterson & TTI
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Guy Masterson and David Calvitto directed by Peter McNally and John Clancy respectively now dismantle the 'Special Relationship.' A screwball intertwined hybrid of parallel yet twisted thinking from both sides of the pond. Caustic, clever, hyperarticulate and inspired.
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 17:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 17:00 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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And Carl Laughed
The American High School Theatre Festival Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
An original play about Father Carl Kabat, a radical priest with clownish tendencies. 'A surreal meditation on loyalty to one's conscience ... with a sprinkling of Cirque du Soleil and a dollop of Samuel Beckett' St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Aug 7,11: 14:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 12:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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ANTI-AGEING LOOK BETTER FEEL BETTER LIVE BETTER Elizabeth Roddick
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Reduce your biological age. Rediscover, add to your zest for life. Change things in your life with author and NHS award-winner Elizabeth Roddick. www.newlifehealthcare.co.uk Preview Aug 2-4: 11:40 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:40 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 11:40 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ape
Gary Stevens Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
In 'Ape,' three performers are rendered interdependent. Tied to one another through an imperative to assimilate each other's behaviour, they have no autonomy of thought. Behaviour begins to spin out of control as they copy the copy ... Aug 20-25: 14:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Apocryphal Tales Told in the Dark Cambridge University ADC
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
The gift of a Bible to a homeless man prompts the search to find a forgiving father. Experience epiphany and uncanny familiarity in the tragedy of a man who has no further to fall. Aug 2-3,20,27: 19:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 19:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 19:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Apollo/Dionysus - Part 1: Wine/Water & Part 2: Order/Chaos Thedead
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Flesh, wine and philosophy guaranteed as Dionysus challenges the naked hypocrisy of Apollo! Following the 2006 provocative prequel, 'Wine/Water,' the debate continues with 'Order/Chaos.' 'Engrossingly erotic' List. 'Intellectually provocative' ThreeWeeks.
‘THE FUNNIEST, BRIGHTEST, GLITZIEST NEW MUSICAL FOR DECADES’ NEW YORK TIMES
Aug 2-3,20,27: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 23:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Oxford University Dramatic Society Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Catapulting the audience back and forth between centuries, Tom Stoppard explores the nature of truth and time, the order of romance and the chaos of sex. From the Oxford University Dramatic Society, now in its 203rd year. Preview Aug 2-3: 15:45 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 5-11: 16:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Arclight Squagulate
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Edinburgh's New Year and they've only gone and cancelled the street-party again. Chris would rather be dancing, but she sits and watches the rain. Kris wants to be safe indoors but he walks the streets. New theatre from Edinburgh-based Squagulate. Aug 14-19: 18:35 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Armageddon and Fishcakes Touchwood Theatre
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
The Horsemen of the Apocalypse are redundant; humans have fouled up the Earth. Famine - keen cook. War - chiropodist's receptionist. Pestilence - keep-fit enthusiast. Death - children's clown. Share an apocalyptic picnic, but the World's End is Nigh. Aug 6-11: 11:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00)
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Arnold Wesker's The Mistress
An Audience With Adrienne
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Traverse 5:The Medical School,Teviot Place • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
Guy Masterson - TTI and Holden Street Theatres
Adrian Howells
Guy Masterson directs Australian multi-award winning Martha Lott as Samantha, bohemian designer, hopelessly in love with a married man controversially, desperately, ludicrously justifying her duplicity. A powerfully devisive introspective. A comically fierce play about guilt. Preview Aug 2-3: 11:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 11:00 (55mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 11:00 (55mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Art of Swimming Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Lynda Radley's intimate and compelling solo performance about long-distance swimming, celebrity, storytelling and time, inspired by the life of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel. 'Outstanding' ***** Herald. 'Haunting' **** Scotsman.
Preview Aug 2: 12:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£5.00) Aug 3: 14:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4: 16:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 5: 18:45 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 7,12: 20:45 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 8: 12:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 9: 14:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 10: 16:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 11: 18:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U)
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ASH
The American High School Theatre Festival In a Tlingit American Indian village, a young girl sits by the fire, dreaming into the flames. Follow her to the land of many suns, the tower to the gods, lakes that fly, and Ceridwen's bronze cauldron.
Aug 17-18: 18:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 22:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 16:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Dancing Shadows Theatre Company
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
'Ashes' is about things that don't burn. It's about how books burn, but not ideas; manuscripts, but not music; people - but not love. 'Ashes' delves into the worst of humanity, and finds the triumph of the human spirit.
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(Asleep In) Disorder Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
A representation of what sufferers of the sleeping disorder 'Night Terrors' might experience and how it affects those around them. The play then shifts into a selfconscious analysis of the role of the audience within the play.
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The Atheist
Diesel Theater Productions
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Off Broadway's 'The Atheist' by Ronan Noone - a fiercely funny new play about one man's relentless quest for fame and celebrity in America. Directed by David Sullivan. 'Compelling ...' NY Times. Presented by Diesel Theatre Productions.
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The Tooth Fairy returns with more hilarious, poignant memories. A highlight of last year's Festival.You owe it to yourself to hear this one-woman phenomenon: inspirational vignettes for everyone told by an exceptional story-teller. Aug 5-25: 13:00 (50mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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An Audience with the Crippendales The Crippendales
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
They might not have legs, but do they have the balls? Fresh from the award-winning Channel 4 documentary, an intimate audience with the risqué disabled male cabaret troupe. For one night only. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
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Auto Auto
Pleasance in association with Assembly Theatre A crash concert! Christian Von Richthofen brings his highly sensitive and funny muscial oddity - in the form of a Vauxhall Astra Mk2. They create songs from Bach to Benny Goodman until there's very little left of any car.
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Autopilot
CalArts Festival Theater Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
Adrift in the desert, a downed American fighter pilot searches for a way out amidst a barrage of mirages and memories. Out of context and increasingly out of mind, he encounters a stranger and embarks on a persona-melding odyssey. Aug 9-10: 12:45 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 11: 12:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 12,14-19: 18:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00)
Z Theatre Company
Aug 6-11: 19:10 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-17: 19:25 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 17:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£11.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:30 (1hr) £15.00 (£12.00)
Ashes
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An Audience with Lynn Ruth Miller
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6 European premiere
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Preview Aug 1-3: 13:00 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 13:00 (1hr 20mins) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£7.00)
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Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
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Aug 8: 19:00 (2hrs) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 9-12,14-19,21-23: 19:00 (2hrs) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 21-24: 14:30 (2hrs) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U)
Lynn Ruth MIller
Playgroup
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An intimate show where the gorge-arse Adrienne invites you into her cosy-rosy living-room, tells autobiographical stories, plays home movies and serves tea and cake. A Drill Hall commission. 'Hilarious' ***** Herald.
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Babble
Paper Nautilus The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
The answer to all of life's questions can be found in books. But not in stories or facts contained within them. Their real messages are hidden. They are in code. And nobody knows the code. It's all Babble. Preview Aug 2-4: 15:20 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:20 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 15:20 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Baby with the Bathwater
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Attempt 3.4 Present Attempt
Bitingly satiric black comedy by Christopher Durang. His target? Parenthood, which he skewers with savagely gleeful wit and characteristically outrageous humor.
Risk, riot and revelation in this new live-devised performance. No two shows are the same as performers expose their innermost confessions.Vulnerable, unpredictable with high-octane energy: the art of performance is put to the test.
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C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 21:45 (1hr 5mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:45 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:45 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Aug 17: 20:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18,21: 16:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 12:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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The Bacchae
Black & White Rainbow C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Dionysus - performance god, magnificent magician! Sumptuous style and jazz-age opulence define this update on the Greek Bacchus myth.Vaudeville illusion, vicious vengeance and a choir of chorus delights feature as fates are sealed and plots unravel. Aug 3,20,27: 20:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bacchic
Actors of Dionysus Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
An icon. An orgy. A dissenter. Caught between Heaven and Earth, a demi-god falls from grace. Euripides' masterpiece of ecstasy and revenge, 'The Bacchae,' brought bang up-to-date in AOD's stunning marriage of music, theatre and circus. 'Seriously sexy' Guardian. www.actorsofdionysus.com
Preview Aug 1-4: 13:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 13:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bacon/Lautrec
Potlatch Theatre Company understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
A work in two parts that explores the self-destructive nature of genius by giving us a glimpse into the lives and the loves of two of the world's most original artists: Francis Bacon and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. www.potlatchtheatre.com Preview Aug 3: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00) Aug 5,7,9,11,13,15,17: 16:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Barbed and Spined
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Peach Plum Pear
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
A vicious and provocative new drama about the fragile relationships between three twentysomethings and their respective parents. Witness Diane's unexpected visit and the brutal consequences of her frantic, uncontrollable urge to wrench her son back under control. Aug 20-25: 20:10 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Bards of Bangkok Crawling After Strawberries
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Foul-mouthed and dirty-minded - four ex-pats joust with poetry to win the love of one fiery woman. An original comedy play that journeys through the lows (and highs!) of male sexual self-delusion. Aug 3,20,27: 18:15 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:15 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Barnaby Brown: Orphan Extraordinaire The Dog-Eared Collective
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Feral comedy. A Victorian joyride through glitz and gruel, with Dickens riding pillion. Wheeeeeeeeee! www.dogearedcollective.co.uk. **** 'perfectly pitched' Irish Times. 'Silly and surreal, very much in the vein of 'The Mighty Boosh.'' Camden New Journal.
Preview Aug 1-3: 12:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-21,23,27: 12:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:20 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Barrie: A Life in Stories Splinters Productions
Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Creator of Peter Pan and world-famous playwright reworks his own life in fantasy and fiction. Discover the artist, storyteller and hidden self. Splinters weave their magic as with George Mackay Brown - from Barrie's own words. Aug 15-Sep 1: 19:00 (1hr 55mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Basic Training
Believe - Linda Marlowe
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Taking us through his theatrical tour of duty as a US Air Force entertainer, Ashanti offers nothing but impeccable magic. His mimicry is comparable to Eddie Murphy; his seamless melancholy to Robin Williams. 'The man's a star' Age.
The Old Testament is a battleground and war is a man's game. But what of the women? 'Believe' is a contemporary re-imagining of four survivors: traitor, widow, warrior, martyr - who carved their names into our violent history.
LMP and Richard Jordan Productions Ltd
Assembly Presents Kahlil Ashanti
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,14-16,21-22,27: 19:40 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:40 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Beaux' Strategem Cygnet Theatre
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Two impoverished gentlemen seek pretty heiress! An unhappy wife, a romantic sister, an ambitious barmaid, highwaymen and French prisoners add to the fun in George Farquhar's rip-roaring comedy. Schemes, seduction and a satisfying happy ending. Aug 13,15,17,21,23,25: 16:10 (1hr 40mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Mardy Arts and fromthegreyhouse:company
Siren Turner/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Laughing Horse @ Linsay's, 15 Brunswick Street • 0131 556 8974 • Grid Ref: B6
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(be)longing Curious
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Bed And Breakfast
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Curious explore longing and belonging against two contrasting backdrops - the vast searing landscape of the American Southwest and a landscape you can hold in the palm of your hand. The ten ounce site of longing itself: the heart. Aug 20-25: 22:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00)
Erica Fee Productions
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Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
From the Royal Court's Young Writers' Programme. Sometimes a little experimentation in bed means something new to discuss over breakfast. For B&B residents, Gwen and John, the roleplay spells destruction. 'Witty, taut, moving' Kate Wasserberg, Finborough Theatre.
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Bellydancing in Leeds - Free Show
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A new British play with words. As Beckett rekindles a trio dampened in spirits, Ireland fans the embers of an original script; Boon refuels her bucketfuls of absurdisms whilst Broughton pauses for a thought. www.myspace.com/mardyarts
Preview: Aug 2-3: 14:50 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 14:50 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:50 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
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A bittersweet comedy about a woman, a mirror, a few men and the need to take control. Can she find liberation, and if so, will it be where she expected to find it? www.freefestival.co.uk
Beckett in a Bucket
Preview Aug 3-4: 14:50 (55mins) £4.50 Aug 5-6,8-12,14-19,21-25: 14:50 (55mins) £6.50 (£4.50)
Preview Aug 2: 14:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£5.00) Aug 3: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 5: 20:45 (1hr 15mins) Aug 7,12: 12:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 8: 14:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 9: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 10: 18:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 11: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 14,19,25: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 15: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) Aug 16,22: 19:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 17,23: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 18,24: 11:30 (1hr 15mins) World premiere • Aug 21,26: 16:45 (1hr 15mins)
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Bedside Story
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The Bench
Next Stage Productions in Association with The Old Joint Stock Theatre Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
'The Bench' follows two men who meet daily on a park bench. Can Frank sort out James's problems? Darkly comic, the play highlights the obsession with the work ethic in today's business world and its penalties. (Tues/Thurs/Sat) Preview Aug 4: 22:10 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 7,9,11,14,16,18,21,23,25: 22:10 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Actors' Circle
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Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Beowulf & Beer
A bitter-sweet love story about a woman's seemingly unwavering devotion to a man reduced to a near-comatose state by a motorbike accident. Brutally sad, yet fresh and funny, it begs the question: how unconditional can romantic love be?
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Preview Aug 1-4: 15:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23: 15:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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KSU Tellers
Live percussion, puppetry, rapid-fire puppetry, mead, marauding beasts, and a mother with a bad attitude. This original adaptation includes comedy and larger-than-life heroics. Epic suspense permeates this legendary thriller. Includes a pint on the house! Aug 5-10: 11:05 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 23:05 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Bedtime Stories
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Something Else
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Are you sitting comfortably? Enjoy a surreal selection of comedy shorts from dreamy to deadpan all about a bed. New writing, comfy pillows and free cocoa in the new show you can't fall asleep in! Includes cocoa. Aug 12,18,26: 21:20 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 14,16,22,24: 21:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20: 21:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Beginners Guide to Fringe Greatness Lip Theatre Company
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Steve and Jonah want to write the 'World's Greatest Fringe Play.' But their quest for originality quickly plumbs shameless plagiarism to previously uncharted depths ... Lip Theatre returns after 2 years of sell-out shows.
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Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A theatrical cabaret which combines live music and performance with animation and film, a surreal satire for the discerning viewer. '1927 go all out to entertain' Independent. 'Impeccable choreography, perfect timing, magnificent stage presence' Time Out.
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1927
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-22: 20:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 20:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Flanders & Swann At the Drop of a Hippopotamus in
Between the Worlds Temenos Theatre
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Hypnotic evocation of the shaman's journey through the gap between worlds, a many-layered visionary experience exploring the edge between reality and dream. 'Wow, what an interesting show' **** ThreeWeeks. 'A strangely reassuring experience' **** Scotsman. Aug 6-11: 21:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 13-18: 19:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 20-25: 17:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
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“Impressive, suave…a delight” The Times
Beyond the Chariots Rich Swingle
Pleasance Courtyard 4th - 27th August, 3.40pm (not 9th, 16th or 23rd) BOX OFFICE 0131 556 6550
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The rest of the 'Chariots Of Fire' story: How Eric Liddell left world-record breaking celebrity status to teach and coach track in war-torn China, eventually racing for his life in a Japanese internment camp. www.richdrama.com/beyondthechariots Aug 13-16,20,22-23,27: 11:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) (£16.00 F) Aug 17-19,24-26: 11:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) (£18.00 F)
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Bigger Than Jesus
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Rick Miller and Assembly
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
2000 years of selling the Big Guy! Canada's Rick 'Machomer' Miller takes us on a hilarious and thought-provoking ride through the thorny crown of Christianity. An award-winning international sell-out hit! 'Virtuoso performing and staging!' Variety. ***** 'Mesmerizing!' Globe & Mail.
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Big in Japan (or Three Steves and a Bob) Bob Karper
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Imaginative, engaging solo show with live music and film about American reunions, Japanese drumming, break-ups, breakfast cereal and people called Steve. 'Karper's idiosyncratic & beguiling' Guardian. 'A profoundly interesting storyteller' Scotsman. Preview Aug 3-4: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 14:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Big Sister
Queen Mary Theatre Company Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
A cutting and incisive sideswipe at reality television and the definition of feminism. Big Sister asks: can sisters really do it for themselves? Aug 13,15,17: 11:35 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£3.50) Aug 21,23,25: 20:10 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£3.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Bitches' Ball Penny Dreadful
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Inspired by the life of 18th-century celebrity Mary Robinson, high-flying courtesan and acclaimed poet. It's 'League of Gentlemen' does 'Liasions Dangereuses' - ripped corsets, opium nightmares, surreal gothic characters. Mick Barnfather directs (Theatre de Complicite, Peepolykus). Preview Aug 3-4: 20:30 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 20:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Black Comedy By Peter Shaffer The Perse Players
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
From the writer of 'Equus,' Peter Shaffer, The Perse Players present 'Black Comedy,' a slapstick farce set in the swinging sixties. In the pitch-black of a power-cut, artist Brindsley Miller battles neighbours, electricians and German millionaires. Aug 20-25: 18:00 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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JOHNSON & BOSWELL Late But Live ~ Devised by STEWART LEE ~
Viva Youth Theatre
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Play version of the hugely successful Willy Russell musical, centred on Liverpool twins Eddie and Mickey who are separated at birth. A beautiful, poignant production performed by a young, dynamic cast. Sell-out show awards 2005 & 2006. Aug 13-17: 11:20 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.50)
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Blood Brothers (Play Version) Lauder Studio Theatre Company
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Did you ever hear the tale of the Johnston twins? Following their successful Scottish tour, join The Lauder Studio Theatre Company as they take you though the play version of Willy Russell's famous story. Aug 12,16-18: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Blood Confession
Confesión de Sangre Productions
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
In a deserted police station, a crime from the past resurfaces during a routine investigation. A Hitchcockian no-holds-barred psychological thriller. Contains scenes of graphic violence.
Preview Aug 3-4: 16:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-22,27: 16:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 16:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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“In England you have better horses, and in Scotland we have better men” JAMES BOSWELL “Much may be made of a Scotchman, if he be caught young” SAMUEL JOHNSON ~
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Blood Wedding
The American High School Theatre Festival
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
The clash between our primal desires and the demands of society play out in the barren world of passion and loss in Federico Garcia Lorca's classic surrealist drama. Aug 6: 22:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 18:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Blossom Fell Unfinished Theatre
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
This new production is both a moving retelling of a Raymond Carver story and a rejection of itself. In life, Unfinished Theatre purport, love and loss are not easily resolved - why should we act otherwise on stage? Preview Aug 3-4: 12:10 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 5-19: 12:10 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Bombers' Row
78th Street Theatre Lab
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Three celebrity terrorists in separate cages, one hour a day. Allowed to talk with each other and no one else. Evil has a way with words. A true story. A comedy. By two-time Fringe First and Best Ensemble winner. Preview Aug 3-4: 15:55 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 15:55 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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On a clear blue day in 2006, a slave ship appears in New York Harbour...
‘Funnier than most serious plays and vastly smarter than most funny plays’ New York Magazine
‘Glorious’
Bonny & Read
Moonfish Theatre Company
Sir Peter Shaffer
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
3rd - 27th August 6.45pm
The fast-paced, fascinating tale of real-life women pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read. Follow their wild adventures from childhood to the gallows (and beyond!) in a riproaring, timber-shivering, sea-shanty-soaked theatre production! Aug 6-10: 13:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 13-18: 17:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 20-25: 15:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) European premiere •
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Borstal Boy
Brimstone and Treacle
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Brendan Behan's 'Borstal Boy' factually relates his vicious journey through borstal for murderous IRA activities. This 4-star runaway success of the 2002 Festival is brilliantly revived as part of a national tour.
The play follows the fortunes of a couple whose lives have been catastrophically affected by a hit-and-run accident. Their daughter has been left in a coma, but everything changes with the arrival of a mysterious young stranger.
Demarco Rocket Productions:Trident Theatre Company
Laine-Johnson
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We welcome you to a vision of the modern urban nightlife, to stag-nights and hendos, to drunken crying girls and gallons of booze. One of Scotland's best young casts tackles Godber's classic black comedy. 'Confident and sophisticated,' SCDA judges. Aug 13-18: 15:15 (55mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
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Helen Burke's poems have been called surreal, quirky and humorous. She is releasing recently bandaged poems back into the wild. Some of these poems have never known human contact. Could you give a home to one? Aug 20-25: 15:00 (55mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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UP & @ EM
Watch-It Productions C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Witness grotesque 80s club culture in all its trashy glory. Four mature hunky actors return to play 20 characters in one crazy night on the town. 'Fast, furious, very funny - they live up to their hype' ThreeWeeks. Aug 19,25-26: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £10.50 (£9.50) Aug 20: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 21-24: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Brian drives a minicab; nights. Fridays are always messy, but will Brian's punters drive him too far tonight? All characters, music and sound effects created by a real cabbie and his extraordinary voicebox. Enjoy the ride. www.upandatem.co.uk, www.myspace.com/busynight1
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:25 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 18:25 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:25 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Bouncy Castle Macbeth Strolling Theatricals
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
'Macbeth' was first performed in 1605; bouncy castles were invented in 1961. Somehow, the two were kept apart ... until now. Finally, the Scottish Play, performed entirely on a Bouncy Castle! Kilts! Witches! Shakespeare! Jumping! What could possibly be better? Preview Aug 2-5: 16:40 (1hr 10mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 6-11,13-18: 16:40 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) (£6.00 C)
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The Butler Did It!?
Afternoon Delight Theatre Company Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Murder! Mystery! Imagine, if you can, both combined! 2006's sell-out reworking of the 'whodunnit' genre from QMUC's acting students is the funniest and most satisfying show on the Fringe - ever! You'll never see this one coming ... Preview Aug 3-5: 13:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 6-26: 13:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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BOY AND HIS AXE
Cabaret Auschwitz
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Playfellows
TRINDERHOUSE
A midnight robbery at a tired northern high school. Spinner, a futureless 15-year-old dreamer is on lookout. A humorous tale of misadventure, peer pressure, ghosts, regret and a mythical unhinged caretaker seeking revenge.
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Busy Night
Bouncers
Preview Aug 3: 16:10 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-19: 16:10 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
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Helen Burke
Stromness Drama Club
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Bouncers
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Cabaret theatre from the darkest place we know: Auschwitz. The songs, the torture, the brothel. Missed the slaughter, but have the talent? Then you could join Block 24. Camp for whores and performers alike. Adult content. www.playfellows.co.uk
Preview Aug 3: 17:15 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 5,7,9,11,13,15,17,19,21,23,25,27: 17:15 (45mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CA$H in CHRIST!
Breaker Morant
Wisepart, Jews & Communists
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
By Van Badham and Jonny Berliner. Bob and Fanny Comfort sing the fun into fundamentalism in this celebration of Britain's new megachurch televangelists. Remember: praise pays! Fringe First winning company. 'The most incendiary politics on the Fringe' Independent.
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Comedians Theatre Company and Underbelly Productions The true story of brash poet and soldier Harry Morant's court martial for the murder of POWs and a German missionary during the Boer War. His exploits shook a nation and made him an Australian legend. Preview Aug 2-3: 13:40 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 13:40 (1hr 30mins) £12.50 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 13:40 (1hr 30mins) £14.50 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Eleven-year-old Joel forms a secret society and invites newcomer Rolf to join. But Rolf believes a secret society must create fear ... 'A committed, well realised and beautifully executed production' Colin Bradie, Promote-YT (Scotland).
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CÁLLATE!
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
DEMARCO ROCKET PRODUCTIONS
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Mexart 2007:The Anglo Mexican Foundation and Giles Ramsay
A BRIDGE TO THE STARS
Aug 13-18: 14:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.00)
Preview Aug 3-4: 21:20 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5-13,15-27: 21:20 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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'Cállate!' Hilarious new comedy from Mexico. Top clowns Adriana Duch, Darina Robles and Adrian Vazquez team with comedy mastermind Cal McCrystal (Spymonkey, The Boosh, Peepolykus) to whisk you to a mad world of jealousy, retribution and lust. 'Side-splitting silliness.' Aug 6-9,13,15-16,20,22,27: 15:40 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 15:40 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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© Olivier Tétreault
Award winning French-Canadian troupe The 7 Fingers perform a fantastical blend of circus, physical theatre and music.
Call Mr Robeson Tayo Aluko & Friends
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Follow Paul Robeson, famous singer/actor, on a rollercoaster journey through life, as his growing radical activism causes him to be disowned and disremembered, even by civil rights movements' leaders. Features famous songs and speeches. Aug 12,18: 18:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 13: 18:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 14-17: 18:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Canadian Bartender at Butlins
“A WILD TRIUMPH…
TJ Dawe and Underbelly Productions
A TOTAL RAVING LOONY MADCAP
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
From the highly-acclaimed veteran of 70 fringe festivals worldwide, a story of a working holiday in Hell. 'If George Carlin and Jerry Seinfeld had a baby, it'd be TJ Dawe' Winnipeg Sun. www.tjdawe.com
OVERWHELMING SUCCESS” San Fransisco Chronicle
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 18:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:10 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Assembly presents
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Can of Worms Strange Bedfellows www.7fingers.com
2nd - 27th August 5.30pm see page 116 for show information
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
An appalling, unforgivable assault on all we hold sacred, this utter buffoonery takes on torture, official deception and nice blue overalls. Outrageous. Developed at BAC. 'Inventive heights of physical comedy. Extremely funny - demands serious attention' BTG
Preview Aug 2-3: 14:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 14:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CAPTAIN CORELLI'S MANDOLIN Mike Maran Productions
Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Triumphant return for the acclaimed adaptation by Mike Maran and Philip Contini with Ali Stephens (Mandolin) and Anne Evans (Flute). 'I'd rather see this show than the film any day!' Louis de Bernieres. Early booking advised! Aug 15-16,18,21: 20:00 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 17,20: 13:00 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Catriona
Meanwhile Theatre Company Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Alone and wanted for murder ... David Balfour, the young hero of Stevenson's epic adventure 'Kidnapped,' is disappointed by the ending his creator has given him and strives for a better one in this much-loved sequel. Aug 13-18: 09:30 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 20-25: 14:10 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Caught on Tape Putney Players
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
An American ensemble has travelled the UK collecting interviews from people the world over. Cultures collide and opinions clash in interwoven monologues and actual conversations. Nothing is off-limits! They're your words. Come and discover where you stand. Aug 5-7: 15:15 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Cave of the Golden Calf Golden Calf Productions
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
The return of the most sensational cabaret show of the festival. An exotic melange of music hall, burlesque, chanson, drag and jazz. 'Unlike any other night in Edinburgh ... Prepare to be stunned' Scotsman.
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Glynn Nicholas Group - Festival Highlights
Assembly @ st george's West, 58 shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • grid ref: e2
'Extracts immense fun from a host of everyday neuroses about the business of being men' Age. 'Will have guys in stitches, and is a must see for women everywhere' Dublin Sunday World. Cast includes Les Dennis. www.certifiedmale.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THOUGHT LEADER Inventor of Piece of String™ and iTither™
A CONFERENCE FOR SOLE TRADERS*
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the chAngeling Eyeball Theatre
Heaving bosoms, quivering codpieces and the filthiest mime in Edinburgh. This is Jacobean tragedy with bite in Eyeball's unique physical style. Murder and sex accompanied by a live score. Not for the squeamish or young children. Aug 1-3,20,27: 17:05 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 17:05 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 17:05 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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chAnge:the UPcoMing WAr With irAn Spankin' Yanks & IMC Productions
Assembly @ hill street theatre, 19 hill street • 0131 623 3030 • grid ref: d3
A senior US policy advisor is losing his wife and his conscience. Fringe First winners Spankin' Yanks & IMC productions present this profound political thriller about the costs of power and seduction. www.marksoperschange.com Preview Aug 3-4: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-23: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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‘Run, don’t walk, to the superfluous, extraneous and utterly ridiculous experience that is Jeremy Boutsakis’
Blueside, Pilrig church, 1b Pilrig street • 0131 553 1876 • grid ref: A6
Afro-Caribbean-infused rhythms accent this new world interpretation of 'Macbeth,' a febrile nightmare where Chango supplants Hecate, and the incantations of Brujeria underscore the atrocities of a tyrant who reigns on a blood-drenched tropical isle. Aug 6: 16:15 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 20:15 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 10:15 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 18:15 (1hr 25mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Sydney Stage On Line * Results not typical. Individual results may vary.
Pleasance Dome – 1.40pm (1-27 August, not 13th) Ph: 0131 5566550 www.pleasance.co.uk
An Inaugural Traditional Event
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Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo square • 0131 556 6550 • grid ref: F5
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AWARD-WINNING THEATRE COMEDY DANCE FAMILY SHOWS & EXHIBITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
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Crowded Logic Theatre Company
Underbelly, 56 cowgate (entrances on cowgate and Victoria street) • 0870 745 3083 • grid ref: e5
www.assemblyfestival.com
see page 240, 241 for show information
Three teenagers and the BNP. Larger-than-life characters reveal their true selves: antagonistic teenagers disclosing ambitions and fears, belligerent members of the 'bona-fide' political party expose their hatred and greed all through song. www.crowdedlogic.co.uk Preview Aug 2-3: 23:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 23:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 23:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Barebones Productions (Philadelphia) c cubed, Brodie's close, lawnmarket, royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • grid ref: e4
Raw, minimalistic realism in this world premiere from James McManus. The visceral account of a fighter haunted by his past and heavy-handed temper. Thrilling on-theedge drama that interweaves family, love and abuse. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 16:35 (1hr 25mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 16:35 (1hr 25mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 16:35 (1hr 25mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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'Chaplin' written/performed by Pip Utton. Acclaimed Fringe favourite Pip Utton focuses on Charlie Chaplin. 'Adolf,' 'Resolution,' 'Bacon' - all massive Fringe hits. 'Utton's performances are all masterclasses in acting' British Theatre Guide. 'Master of the one man show' Guardian.
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Registration includes complimentary Sole Trader Starter Kit, Piece of String™ and beer mat.
The American High School Theatre Festival
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 15:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
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‘Truly original comic invention’
c, chambers street • 0845 260 1234 • grid ref: e5
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Chicken Bones for the Teenage Soup
Coat
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Overcoat Productions
The American High School Theatre Festival
Imagine opening a lovely valentine to find the words 'You Suck!' inside. That is the tone of this delightfully twisted comedy. This hilarious play satirizes the popular 'Chicken Soup' series, leaving no cliché untrampled!
Aug 17: 22:30 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 10:30 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) UK premiere
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Winner of the 2007 Cambridge Footlights Prize for best new play, Coat is a sort of romantic comedy which flicks between nineteenth-century Russia and the here and now. A play for everyone who likes love, or just loves like. Preview Aug 2-3: 12:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 12:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
Choke Point
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Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Coffee
LA Writers Center
Based on a true story, a charismatic rising star of the nation's top newspaper discovers something all too much in common with the teen sniper he is covering. Aug 14-19: 16:55 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Chronicles of a Sleepless Moon The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
From Melbourne purveyors of junkyard-theatre, a deliciously dark tale of dastardly deeds and unfathomable adventure, exquisitely crafted, riotously told. ''Wallace and Gromit' meets David Lynch ... One of the best shows I've ever seen' Montreal Gazette. Aug 3-4,6-10,14-19,21-26: 15:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-7: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 11-12: 10:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Black Hart Entertainment
Large Black Sign Outside St Giles' Cathedral, Royal Mile • 0131 225 9044 • Grid Ref: E5
History, humour, horror and an investigation into the infamous MacKenzie Poltergeist, the world's best documented supernatural case. 'Terrifying', Most Haunted. 'Brilliant', About Edinburgh. 'Hideously, twistedly haunting', Fest. Jul 29-Sep 1: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£6.50) Jul 29-Sep 1: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£6.50) Jul 29-Sep 1: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£6.50) Aug 1-Sep 1: 00:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.50
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Class
Class Stage Productions
Nigel leads a double life. To über-classy Elise, he's the suave restauranteur. To his 'girls' he's the sleazebag owner of strip-joint 'Class'.Will his worlds collide? Does Class matter? Will the strippers bare all? www.class-stage.co.uk. 'Sell-out' Network Theatre *****. Aug 14-19,21-27: 20:30 (1hr 20mins) £8.00 (£6.50)
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ThreeMile Theatre Company
Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh • 0131 665 2240 • Grid Ref: F6
Four people with something in common; sex, lies and betrayal. Set in an intimate performance space, the intensity of physical theatre at its closest; a stark portrayal of modern relationships up-close and personal.Visit www.threemile.co.uk for more details. Aug 7-11: 19:30 (1hr 45mins) £10.00
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Coitophobia understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Who do you trust? Katie opting for an 'open relationship' seems the perfect andidote to monogamy. But balancing two lovers, a cross-dressing son and a fiery best friend becomes a string of memories in rented rooms. www.blue-masque.com Aug 12-27: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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cold comfort
DEMARCO ROCKET PRODUCTIONS Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
An Irish labourer living in London returns home to Belfast to have a last, drunken 'conversation' with his recently dead father. 'An angry requiem soaked in whiskey ... a shattering portrait of self-inflicted pain' Sunday Times 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Collector Aslan Productions
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 2-3: 19:50 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 19:50 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:50 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Concentration Of Josef Brown Five Ways Productions
The Coach
Next Stage Productions in Association with The Old Joint Stock Theatre Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
'The Coach' deals with one man's obsession in training the perfect football team and how he expects everyone to reach that goal, regardless of his family or even the team itself, with far reaching consequences. Funny, poignant and shocking. (Mon/Weds/Fri)
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Ever since he first saw her, Frederick Clegg has been obsessed with Miranda Grey. Having abducted and imprisoned her in the cellar, he soon finds reality is far from his fantasy. Adapted from John Fowles' first novel.
Closer
Preview Aug 3: 22:10 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 6,8,10,13,15,17,20,22,24: 22:10 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
James Campbell's first grown-up play for the Edinburgh Fringe is a strange, unsweetened and disconcerting comedic story about antagonistic flirting, caffeine and anaphylactic shock. 'Campbell writes the best sort of absurdist comedy' Guardian.
Aug 20-25: 16:50 (45mins) £8.50 (£6.50)
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
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C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Blue Masque European premiere
City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
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Fat Cat Productions
Aug 1-3,20,27: 20:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:15 (1hr) £10.50 (£9.50)
Suitcase Royale
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Coast To Coast
Hard Graft Theatre Co.
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Josef Brown is an English Jew stuck on the right side of the fence in the wrong state of mind. An exploration of the psyche when mankind was pushed to its limits. More info: www.myspace.com/fivewaysproductions Aug 20-25: 18:10 (45mins) £5.00 (£3.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Container
Nimble Fish/Underbelly/Escalator East To Edinburgh/Creative Partnerships Thames Gateway E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Last year we walked 216 miles across the country with no money, no food and no accommodation, this is the show about our adventure. 'A first-class double-act', **** Scotsman. 'A classic double act', Time Out.
A container bound for England. Five people, one dream: a new life. Step inside the container for the most raw, intense event on the Fringe. Book early - only 20 seats each show! Assemble at Udderbelly Box Office.
Preview Aug 2-3: 14:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 14:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) World premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
Preview Aug 3-4: 15:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Preview Aug 4: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5,7-12,14-19,21-26: 15:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 Aug 5-12,14-26: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00
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A Conversation With Edith Head Invisible Theatre and Paul Lucas Productions
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Hollywood's most legendary costume designer comes alive in a tale of humour, ambition, gossip and glamour. A behind-the-scenes feast of delectable movie lore and sinfully delicious stories. 'So perfectly accurate, it's almost scary.' NYTimes www.edithhead.biz Preview Aug 3-4: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-22,27: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Amid the hype fuelled blast of any arts festival comes at least a dozen wheezing promises that here at last is the Next Big Thing. In the case of unlawfully gifted Kahlil Ashanti the promise happens to be true.
‘THIS SHOW IS KILLER’ The Age
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Corpus Christi
MCCV/108 Productions Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Assembly presents
Terrence McNally's controversial gay Jesus story. 'Recommended! the multiracial, gender-bent ensemble lands it's core message' LA Times. 'GO! great performances... cinematic in it's scope', LA Weekly. 'Critic's Pick! ... a heartfelt allegory of love and acceptance.' Backstage West. Preview Aug 2-4: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Kahlil Ashanti in
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Counting To Infinity NWY Productions
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A boy finds himself stuck between childhood and adulthood. As he breaks from his overprotective mother while both intrigued and corrupted by the quintessential American male, the boy embarks on a funny, surreal and solitary journey. Aug 15-17,21-24: 22:20 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 18-19,25-26: 22:20 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 22:20 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50)
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A Couple of Blaguards
Produced by BARRY Directed by TYLER
JOSEPHSON MARCHANT
2nd - 27th August 7.40pm see page 175 for show information
Bald Robin Productions
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Have fun with the miserable Irish childhood. If you liked 'Angela's Ashes' you'll love the wit, song and story-telling in this memoir of growing up in Limerick and America. Two blaguards, thirty odd characters, non-stop laughter. Aug 20-27: 15:10 (1hr 5mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Covered in Love (That's What She Said) Abingdon 751
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Peel back the cardboard flaps of the tetrapack of love through the ages via timetravel, vignettes of astute character observation, and a dance finale that is in no way incongruous. 'A gifted company' Herald. Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 12:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 13,20,27: 12:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 12:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
European premiere
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Little Agitations C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Hypnotic and articulate vision from renowned, provocative playwright Sarah Kane. Follow four disparate voices through a fantasia of love, lust, humour, sadness and resignation. Breathing new life into the stunning text, this fresh and sensitive production is set to captivate and astound.
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Concrete Dreams
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
'Cricket on the Moon' is a contemporary tragi-comedy exploring the boundaries between fantasy and reality. Six friends reunite for Mary's birthday dressed as their favourite film icons. Identites blur, secrets are revealed, but one question remains: Where is Mary? www.myspace.com/concretedreamstheatre
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A little cracker of a contemporary Scottish comedy - The Scotsman ���� 3-27 August 2pm: Assembly @ George Street
A Walk in the Park Dave Anderson Deliciously surreal, tragic and humorous, full of theatrical magic - The Scotsman ���� 3-27 August 1.40pm: Assembly @ George Street
GBH Adrian Wiszniewski and Gordon Rigby
Cricket on the Moon
Preview Aug 2-4: 22:15 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 5-18: 22:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£5.50)
Tir Nan Og Dave Anderson The first magical-realist musical, fantastical and vulgar, chiefly great fun - The Herald ���� 2-27 August 5.20pm: Assembly @ George Street
Ae Fond Kiss Anne Marie di Mambro starring Libby McArthur
Crave
Aug 2-3,20,27: 17:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 17:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 17:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
at Assembly The Best from A Play, A Pie and A Pint
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The Scottish Philharmonic Orchestra Epic, a great adventure that can only get bigger - The Herald ���� 26 & 27 August at 7.30pm : Assembly @ The Queen’s Hall
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Crime and Punishment
RSAMD in Collaboration with Egregor Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
The debut performance of this particular adaptation of Dostoyevsky's tragic masterpiece - a profound drama of redemption and a thrilling detective story of the soul. Performed by acting students of the RSAMD, in collaboration with Egregor Theatre Company. Aug 20-26: 17:00 (1hr 20mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Cross and the Switchblade Saltmine Theatre Company
Charlotte Chapel, 204 Rose Street • 0131 225 4812 • Grid Ref: D3
1950's New York is a city of gangs and violence, where only the toughest survive. So what could possess a country preacher to go there and be with the fighters, addicts and prostitutes?
Aug 14-18: 19:15 (2hrs 15mins) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 16,18: 14:15 (2hrs 15mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Cruel Intentions Big Spirit Theatre Co.
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Bored of the girls he has so easily conquered, Sebastian is challenged by his controlfreak step-sister, Kathryn, to seduce the beautiful Annette. But the wicked wager soon backfires. Based on the book 'Dangerous Liaisons'. Aug 21-25: 16:20 (1hr 5mins) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Polish Cultural Institute and Universal Arts present Teatr Jaracza's
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Memories. Dance. Madness.
“Best Show” at 2007 St Petersburg Int’l Monodrame Festival Performed in English at Assembly Universal Arts Venue 7, 96 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 at 7pm 2 - 27 August (not Weds) Performed in Polish on Tues 7 Aug Box Office 0131 623 3030 www.assemblyfestival.com
Crystal Clear
Just In General Theatre Company Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
A sharp study of the experience of blindness as well as a picture of love trying to shut out the dark. Richard struggles between his relationship with blind Thomasina and insecure Jane. Aug 13-18: 16:50 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
see page 210 for show information
European premiere
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The Curséd Bones Of Leonard Le-Bec Pointed Arrow Theatre Company
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Ahoy, fellow Fringe traveller! Come, hear of our coastal voyage hunting treasure and bones, spontaneously telling sea-stories. Twelve days, seven stories, pirate-players blown on the four winds. 'Fringe theatre at its best' bbc.co.uk. Aug 20,22,24: 13:10 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Curse of the Werewolf Venue2Venue
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
On an isolated isle there's a will to be read. Featuring a family curse, gothic characters and a tap dancing penguin. Who will inherit? Who will survive? And who's the furry culprit in this spooky spoof? Preview Aug 2-4: 17:50 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 5-11: 17:50 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dai (Enough)
Bernie Kukoff, Jonathan Pollard, Jon Cutler in association with Paul Lucas Productions Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Set in a Tel Aviv café moments before a suicide bombing, 'Dai (enough)' captures Israeli society, its observers, and critics. Alternately hilarious, moving, and tragic. 'One show you are likely to feel for days afterwards' NY Times. www.irisbahr.com
Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Damascus
A Day in the Death of Joe Egg
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Traverse Theatre Company A brief encounter in a Syrian hotel finds a Scottish businessman grappling with language and love, meanings and misunderstandings. Laughter, romance and tragedy meet in a new play by David Greig ('American Pilot'; 'San Diego'; 'Outlying Islands'; 'Europe'.)
Preview Jul 29,Aug 1: 19:00 (2hrs 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 4: 16:00 (2hrs 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 5: 20:00 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 7,10,14,17,21,24: 11:00 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 8,11,15,18,22,25: 14:45 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 9,12,16,19,23,26: 18:45 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
A highly visual production alongside an original electronic score. This performance playfully questions the modern world of technology in an attempt to better understand it with a mouse as the protagonist. Come and watch us spectacularly fail.
World premiere
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Jacobins
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
A government overthrown by revolution. Now its dreams are disintegrating: promises have been broken, ideals betrayed. Those who fought for freedom now care only for power. Danton is the last good man standing; how long can he survive? Aug 13-18,20-27: 17:50 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Jack Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Aug 5-9,14-16,21-23: 13:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 13:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dead Man's Curve Ball Actas Company
A darkly comedic tale of lost love, teenage passion and untimely demise told through classic 1960s car crash songs such as 'Leader of the Pack' and 'Tell Laura I Love Her'. Could these accidents be linked?
Preview Aug 2-4: 19:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-11: 19:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dear Heart
Agelink Theatre Inc
A Dark and Stormy Night
Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room • • Grid Ref: E5
The American High School Theatre Festival Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Remember the good old days of radio - when people had to use their imaginations and when the mind was a stage? Those days are back - but only better, using stories from Oscar Wilde, Rudyard Kipling and Edgar Allan Poe.
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Dead Living
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Danton's Death
Aug 6: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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When we die we go into a parallel life in the land of the dead. But when a plague begins to wipe out the living, both worlds are threatened. Superb physical theatre. From the novel by Kevin Brockmeier.
Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama
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Danger! (Mouse)
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A couple struggle to raise their only child, a handicapped girl who cannot communicate. Taking care of her occupies every moment of their lives and this takes a toll on their marriage. Aug 6-12: 17:00 (1hr 25mins) £5.00 (£4.00 SUDO)
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Crumpet Theatre Company
Aug 8: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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A real-life love story based on WWII letters from a young London bride to her POW husband in Java. Both heartrending and joyous, the play captures the hope and despair of lovers separated by war. Aug 13-19: 17:30 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Dearly Deported
Ankle Productions - www.AnkleProductions.co.uk
Darkness Within
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Contemporary satire based on Kafka's 'The Trial': conceptual-artists, hippie-activists, fat cat lawyers: Joe's only hope after learning of his impending deportation ... By Charlie Brafman, writer of 2006 Fringe Sell-out, Sunday Times NSDF2007 winner 'Cast Aside': ***** edinburghguide.com, **** ThreeWeeks.
Outside In Theatre
Fascinating exploration of society in decay. Three flawed individuals examine the circumstances that have lead to their downfall, whilst forcing the audience to confront its role in their decline. Features original music by established composer Pete Kelly. Aug 1-3,13: 12:30 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17: 12:30 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18: 12:30 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Artfelt Theatre Company
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DEBBIE DOES DALLAS - THE MUSICAL E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
A fast-paced, funny and often moving insight into the world of speed-dating. Watch as the unfortunate stories of the very unlucky in love unfold before your eyes at Jocasta Matchmaking.
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The Dating Game
Aug 2-11: 14:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 13-18: 12:25 (55mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 12:20 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:20 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Lisa loves Dick, Dick's into Debbie, Debbie wants Dallas ... but will she go all the way to get there? 'Legally Blonde' meets 'American Pie' in this ultimate porn-again party night out! Cheeky cheerleading fun! Preview Aug 2-3: 17:45 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:45 (1hr 15mins) £12.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:45 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Day In Dig Nation
Denied
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Animation + virtuoso physicality + political satire = DIG. Discover how an office drone becomes superhero, rock star and post-apocalyptic scientist all in one day. ***** company presents 'The future of theatre! Don't miss this show!' Seattle Weekly. www.flyingcarpettheatre.com
The world today: suspicion permeates, questions dominate and communities continue to exist in a climate of fear. Here in the UK the threat of fundamentalist Islam seeps into our collective consciousness. Crucial, shocking and powerful new drama for our time.
Humble Theatre Company
Flying Carpet Theatre
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 14:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:20 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Assembly in association Juste pour Rire, presents
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A treacherous best friend, a loyal wife, a faithless husband. Comic exploration of the perverse affair between power and love, especially when equality isn't always the secret to marital bliss. Aug 3,20,27: 13:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Devil, Chess: A Burlesque! Foul Play Productions
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Why rejoice in naked light when the devil's in the fight? Cabaret theatre that throws light into dark with alluringly stylish visual seductions, where blood spurts in fountains and flesh flashes freely! Explicit material, 16+ Aug 19-27: 22:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Diary of Anne Frank Theatre400
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Don't miss the opportunity to see Theatre400's re-telling of Anne Frank's story. Confined to an annexe, how do Anne, her parents and her sister Margot deal with the terrifying times they are living through?
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DICKENS UNPLUGGED -THE COMPLETE WORKS OF CHARLES DICKENS (ABRIDGED) Bad Boys of Abridgement present
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
A hilarious musical rollercoaster through 35 classic books and 2324 amazing characters, written and directed by Adam Long - founder member of Reduced Shakespeare Company. Don't be a scrooge - book now.
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Preview Aug 2-3: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-22: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-27: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Dinner Party Not Applicable
17 Sciennes - Edinburgh University Development• 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: G6
Is just that - you're invited to sit and eat round the Habitat table with Josh and Alice in their beautiful new home. RSVP, but do it quickly - because everything's about to go horribly wrong. Aug 5-27: 20:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dirk the Astronaut Midget Productions
Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
2007, the Zero generation have sprung forth fully armed like Athene from the scull of Zeus. Dirk, unemployed and 'spaced', thinks he's an astronaut, Sylvia's only reason for staying is their mutual love of salami. www.midgetproductions.co.uk
Preview Aug 3-4: 18:00 (1hr) £3.50 Aug 5-11,13-18,20-25: 18:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Dirty Linen and New-Found-Land Rep Theatre Company
C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
‘Aquila’s productions are beautifully spoken, dramatically revealing, and crystalline in effect.’ The New Yorker
Tom Stoppard's razor-sharp wit whisks us to the House of Commons. Six members of Parliament; sexual immortality discussions; and all six are sleeping with the secretary. Join us for embarrassed ministers and several pairs of knickers! Aug 19,25-26: 17:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 20,27: 17:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 21-24: 17:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Divine Retribution?
Dracula... a variation by Bo List
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Chance Theatre
understairs arts
Straight guys don't contract HIV! This illness only affects gays and druggies!!! Or does it!? HIV infection is reaching epidemic proportions within the straight population! Damon becomes HIV+ at 17 - how unlucky is that!!?? Totally in-yer-face! www.understairs-productions.org.uk Aug 3-14,16-27: 19:10 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Doctor Faustus
Shocking, sexy and strange, this tongue-slightly-in-cheek take on the horror classic finds Transylvania's bloodlusty Count bending gender, logic and time itself in his seductive quest to find a mate before the third millennium! www.chancetheatre.info. Preview Aug 3-4: 20:15 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-11: 20:15 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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The Dresser
Double Edge Drama
Flintlock Theatre
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Flintlock Theatre bring their unique brand of cartoonish mayhem to bear on Marlowe's great comedy of horrors. Three actors and three musicians take you to hell and back in a tale that's halfway between pathos and pantomime.
Written by Academy Award winner Ronald Harwood 'The Pianist'. Set backstage during the Blitz, an ageing thespian is struggling to get ready for his 227th performance of 'King Lear', but perhaps it is everyone's last performance ...
Aug 13-26: 19:25 (1hr 20mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
St Serf's Church Hall, Clark Road, Goldenacre • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: A3
Doctor Stein arrives in Edinburgh circa 1820 and embarks on a secret experiment ... Who is mysterious Mr. Frankie? Hilarious sequel to Mary Shelley's classic novel with traditional ingredients (courtesy Burke & Hare). World Premiere Comedy.
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Delta Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Cynthia and Bob have a problem. A canine problem. The gardening gloves are off, the binoculars are out and all because of a couple of dogs ... American suburbia erupts into chaos in this hilarious and bitingly sharp new satire.
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Doing My Bit
Aug 2-3,13: 15:45 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17: 15:45 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18: 15:45 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Lesley wants to 'do her bit' and bridge the gap between Islam and the Western World. Lesley gives her Somalian minicab driver her most precious possession when she is drunk. Lesley is an idiot.
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Duck Variations Vivid Theatre Company
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
David Mamet's first comedy brought to the stage by leading Teesside theatre company,Vivid. Two estranged brothers meet to scatter their mother's ashes and begin to discuss life, death and ... a lotta ducks. Touching, funny and truthful. www.vividtheatrecompany.co.uk. Aug 12-18: 14:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Before Madonna, blonde ambition had a different name, much tougher, sassier and sexier than the rest: Debbie Harry. Set in the punked-up, funked-up 70s, DY/SP follows one girl's life-changing journey to New York City. www.myspace.com/dyeyoung Preview Aug 1-4: 18:45 (55mins) £6.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 18:45 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:45 (55mins) £10.50 (£9.50)
Double Dutch
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
The Dying Of The Light
Doctor Owsley Experiment Disillusioned with life, Duane joins his hedonistic friend Vince in the land of dams, windmills, clogs and coffee shops. Love, lust and loyalty, sex, drugs (and sofas) are explored ... all through a purple haze. Just don't mention the orgy! www.doctorowsleyexperiment.co.uk 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Beth Medley
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Preview Aug 3-12,14-19,21-27: 22:20 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Dye Young/Stay Pretty
Calm Productions
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Explosive new comedy drama about celebrity TV chef Robert and his diet-crazy Weather-girl wife Candice. She drops to size zero and winds up in a coma. So why does he want her dead?
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Dogfight
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 12:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
Aug 17-19,24-26: 12:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00)
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Ratatat Theatre Company
Leitheatre
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Dropping To Zero
Doctor Stein by Jonathan North
Aug 4,6-11,13-18: 19:30 (2hrs 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Aug 13-16,20-23: 12:10 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Wotlarx
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Proposed as a pensioner's peaceful protest. But when the chief planner is an extremist things don't turn out that way at all. Petrol bombs and pension books combine in this funny and deeply moving play. Aug 19-26: 15:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Dracula
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Dylan Thomas in London
Black & White Rainbow C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Fluellen Theatre Company in Association with The Dylan Thomas Centre
Seductively sensual total theatre designed to tease, taunt and terrify. Original adaptation featuring unforgiving violence and eroticism.Visceral vampire encounters lurk in every shadow of this cult late-night experience. Blood - best served chilled.
Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
Aug 3,20,27: 22:30 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:30 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 22:30 (1hr 5mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Adapted from Thomas' words by Gwynne Edwards, an amusing look at Dylan among 1930/40s Soho characters like Augustus John and Edith Sitwell. Peter Read reprises his 5* Fringe role from the acclaimed 'Dylan Thomas in America.'
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dYlan thomaS: REtURn JoURnEY - bob KinGdom, (oRiGinal diRECtion bY anthonY hoPKinS)
eastern angles and company of angels present
Richard Jordan Productions Ltd
assembly @ hill Street theatre, 19 hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: d3
The electrifying presence of Thomas' last-lecture tour enroute to the White-Horse Tavern brought to life in this legendary production. 'Kingdom stands shoulder-toshoulder with Alec Guinness and Emlyn Williams'. New Yorker Preview aug 4: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 aug 6,8,14,16,20,22: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) aug 10,12,18,24,26: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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EaSt
3 Bugs Theatre Roman Eagle lodge, 2 Johnston terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Steven Berkoff's modern classic is a violent, affectionate, and grotesque celebration of life in London's East End. With its uncompromisingly physical performance style and language veering from Shakespearean parody to the shatteringly profane, 'East' is a rollercoaster of theatricality. aug 21-26: 22:10 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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TRUCKSTOP by Lot Vekemans
translated by Rina Vergano
EdWaRd albEE'S diE ZooGESChiChtE Theater Kiel - Theater Die Komoedianten
Presented in German language on Calton Hill. A story about a strange conversation which starts trivial and ends with a twist; a shocking and also profoundly affecting play. Open-air theatre. Entrance free! aug 8-9: 16:00 (1hr)
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THE ZOO (venue 124, 140 The Pleasance) Box Office 0131 662 6892 www.zoofestival.co.uk 3 - 26 August at 17.15
EffinG and blindinG CabaREt! Extant
theatre Workshop, 34 hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: b2
Anarchic cabaret in the pitch dark where five blind performers close up to their audience and involve them in their scurrilous song and absurd sketches, guiding them fearlessly to the dark side of the moon!
image Sacha Maric poster design Aaron Marsden
Calton hill - outdoor Venue, Calton hill • • Grid Ref: C6
see page 231 for show information
aug 10-11: 20:30 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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ElEanoR tiERnan - hElP EdCom7
Gilded balloon teviot, 13 bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: f5
Directed by Tommy Tiernan. Eleanor Tiernan (comedian) and cousin Niamh (actress) present their debut play, HELP! Devised and written by all three Tiernans, this is a delightful mix of stand-up and dialogue between the comedian and actress. Preview aug 1-3: 13:30 (1hr) £5.00 aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 13:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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thE ElEmEntS of StYlE HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ demarco Roxy art house, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Veteran Los Angeles director Ted Walch's Fringe debut delightfully interweaves Lewis Carroll's 'Alice In Wonderland', Shaw's 'Pygmalion', and Strunk & White's classic American text! A deliciously witty romp through the perils and pedantry of language! www.rembiko.com Preview aug 4: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £6.50 (£5.50) aug 6,10,14,17: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Consequent Theatre the Vault, 11 merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Why do people do bad things? Are we free agents, with independent, unchanging spirits, or are we shaped as we grow? An absurdist story of misguided morals explores empathy and criminality. What could you be driven to? www.consequent.org.uk aug 6-11: 13:15 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Emergence-See! Daniel Beaty
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
A Slave-ship rises out the Hudson sending NYC into a frenzy. Daniel Beaty delivers a witty, moving exploration of our shared humanity and what it means to be free. 'Lyrically brilliant must-see from an exciting young artist.' Associated Press. Preview Aug 3-4: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 5,7-9,14-16,21-22,27: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Encounters
Traverse Theatre Company Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
E1: Key playwrights discuss their Festival plays with Joyce McMillan, leading arts journalist for The Scotsman. E2: Stage to screen: the Traverse and Film4 team up to bring together theatre and film talent discussing the links between their worlds. Aug 20: 14:00 (2hrs) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 19:30 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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The End Of Everything Ever NIE
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Herald Angel/Total Theatre winners return. A heady blend of live music, comedy, tragedy and dynamic physical theatre. 'A showcase for the magic of live performance' Evening Standard. 'Fascinating, exciting and magical' Guardian. ***** Scotsman.***** Herald. www.nie-theatre.com Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,22-23,27: 16:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 20: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The End Of Everything Ever, Past Half Remembered, My Long Journey Home - NIE TRILOGY
NIE - New International Encounter - Escalator East to Edinburgh Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
An rare opportunity to see NIE's acclaimed trilogy in one sumptuous afternoon. 'An utterly magical feast' Scotsman. 'Beautiful and touching' Guardian. Aug 20: 13:00 (7hrs) £19.00 (£17.00)
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Traverse Theatre, News From Nowhere and The Fruitmarket Gallery Traverse at The Fruitmarket Gallery, 45 Market Street • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: D5
'The patients like to look at the art. It helps them to feel better.' Two guides in a gallery. A bad transaction. A bad translation. A transplantation. By Tim Crouch. 'Sheer bloody magic,' Guardian (on 'An Oak Tree'). Preview Aug 3: 20:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 4-5,7-12,14-19,21-26: 20:00 (1hr) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 10-11,17-18,21-26: 22:00 (1hr) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The English Teacher HWS Rembiko
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Nine precocious prep school girls. One outrageous young teacher. Who's to blame? 'The Children's Hour' and 'Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' meet 'History Boys' and 'Dead Poets Society'. 'By far the best young ensemble on the Fringe' Scotsman. www.rembiko.com Preview Aug 8: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 11,15,18: 18:15 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Escape Routes Unfit Productions
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Men - one of life's little obstacles! Three women make a break for freedom. Black comedy where 'Talking Heads' meets some very 'Bad Girls' indeed. Sex, ambition, obsession and murder are all on the menu tonight. www.thespaceuk.com
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Aug 13-18: 15:05 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 20-25: 19:05 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Andy Jordan Productions and Teatro dei Borgia E4 UdderbEllY's Pasture, bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: f5
Acclaimed Italian director Gianpiero Borgia and writer Natalia Capra place Shakespeare's characters in an highly imaginative world of dreams and comic fairytale, creating a ravishing meditation on duty and destiny. 'Hamlet' as you have never seen it before. Preview aug 3: 15:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 15:15 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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thE EthiCS of PRoGRESS Unlimited Theatre
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Theatre and Science. 'The excellent' (Guardian) and 'the gifted' (Scotsman) Unlimited Theatre invite you to a mind-melting, jargon-free, whistlestop tour of leading edge Quantum physics. Passionate, cheeky, clever, unpretentious. Double Fringe First winners. aug 20-23: 12:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) aug 24-25: 12:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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EUGEnE onEGin Margaret Wolfit
clubWESt@ the hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor St • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E1
Pushkin's classic tale of unrequited love in 1820s Russia is enchantingly brought to life by Margaret Wolfit, acclaimed stage actress opposite Gielgud, Wolfit, Schofield and Judi Dench and a loved voice of BBC Radio. Director: Richard Digby Day.
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Two Become Three
see page 167 for show information
Greenside, 1b Royal terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Three women. Three lives. Three choices. One dialogue. An exploration of the limits of friendship. aug 20-25: 10:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Gilded Balloon Productions & Oran MorE! Gilded balloon teviot, 13 bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: f5
Lesley Mackie as Dorothy Parker. Jazz Age spirit, coruscating critic, poet, screenplay and short story writer, New York's most celebrated party guest - alone, at last, and still wickedly funny. Played with real intelligence and charm. **** Scotsman. Preview aug 1-4: 13:45 (1hr) £5.00 aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 13:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Richard Jordan, Martin Platt, David Elliot, Primary Stages, Dasha Epstein, Fountain Theatre in association with Assembly assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: d4
Winner of 27 major awards. Direct from NYC, world premiere production of Fugard's lastest play. Set in South Africa in 1956 and 1961 and based on Fugard's reallife relationship with actor Andre Huguenet, known as South Africa's Olivier. Preview aug 3-4: 15:20 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 aug 5: 15:20 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 aug 6-9,13-16,20-22,27: 15:20 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£10.00) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:20 (1hr 30mins) £13.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Venue 49 11b Bristo Place Preview 4th Aug - 4.00pm Shows: 6th-11th, 13th-18th Aug all 11.30am £6.00 / £5.00
see page 223 for show information
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ExtRoPia
Flying Carpet Theatre Pleasance dome, 1 bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: f5
***** company returns with sci-fi extravaganza. Music is long forgotten in this comically Orwellian future. When a machine operator hears melodies in his head, coworkers think he's crazy - or worse. Performed to groundbreaking symphony of live music and effects. www.flyingcarpettheatre.com Preview aug 1-3: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£7.50) aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Famous Last Words
5 Beats to the bar
Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
The Outhouse, 12A Broughton Street Lane • Grid Ref: C5
Percentage Strength Theatre
HANA/PBH's Free Fringe
The year is 1792. In France, 'la Terreur' is about to begin and three Englishmen find themselves besieged in a nobleman's castle. They have lots of wine, not much time, and the world's greatest poem to write.
Preview Aug 3-5: 19:25 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-19: 19:25 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fanny and Faggot by Jack Thorne
Lifeboat Theatre, Weaver Hughes Ensemble and Fish Productions Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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John Clancy's ***** Fringe First-winning, hyper-satiric blitzkreig returns to the stage before commencing production as a feature film. 'Brazen ... daring ... highly entertaining' New York Times. '... Brilliant political satire ...' Joyce McMillan, Scotsman. '... Another shocker ... obscene ... ferocious' Time Out. Preview Aug 2-4: 13:10 (1hr 12mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:10 (1hr 12mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 13:10 (1hr 12mins) £9.00 (£8.00)
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The Father
SUDS Theatre Company
Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Gripping psychological drama, by turns comic and tragic, charting the thrilling dissension of a marriage torn apart by the parents' need to own their daughter's love. An unrelenting masterpiece by one of Europe's greatest playwrights. ***** Scotsman, SUDS 2006. Preview Aug 3-5: 19:10 (1hr 15mins) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 6,8-13,15-20,22-26: 19:10 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Faustus
Ex Young Pleasance
Urban Exchange
St John's, Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road • 0131 229 7565 • Grid Ref: E3
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The Flight into Egypt Sweet Entertainments
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Aug 13: 13:40 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 14-19: 13:40 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Florists
The Brain Emporium
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A florist without flowers is a florist without hope. As a wedding approaches, join us to witness morally dubious deeds and frenetic floristry in this dark and biting new comedy. Watch your garden - and hide your gnomes. Aug 3,20,27: 20:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Flower Power
Alison Bradley & Mig Kimpton Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Join international flower demonstrators Alison Bradley and Mig Kimpton for an hour of floral fun. Returning to the Fringe following their sell-out in 2003, watch Alison and Mig create a floral haven with music, light and beautiful flowers. Aug 21-25: 12:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00)
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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Desire and damnation are ingeniously conjured by the Pleasance's own 'breathtakingly skillful ensemble' (Scotsman) in a thrilling new adaptation of the Faustian legend. This compelling tale of temptation is accompanied by a haunting original musical score. 'Mesmerising, ingenious theatrical magic' Herald.
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Flesh
A postmodern journey through ordinary people's experiences of Nazi-occupied Poland. A lone surviving daughter later finds solace through an obsessive immersion in art and the kindness of strangers. A moving story of courage against all odds.
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 3: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,21-23,27: 19:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50)
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The Green Room
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Fatboy
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Aug 4-25: 13:30 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
A haunting recollection of life in slavery, first performed at Westminster Abbey. Urban Exchange use dance, live African drumming and gospel song in this gripping production where memory and nightmare interweave to tell of one man's fight for freedom.
Once upon a time two small girls killed two smaller boys. The original sell-out London production, from writer of C4's 'Shameless' and 'Skins.' 'Darkly gripping, brilliantly volatile ... engrossing and superbly acted.' Times. www.myspace.com/fannyandfaggot
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,20-23,27: 14:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:40 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50)
Will, Gee-Haer, marriage, Shakespeare, witches, Lear, and one pound of flesh descend upon a troubled marriage to translate love into a universal language. Gee-Haer: Ni uh ma? Will't please your highness feed? Will: Oh, bollocks ....
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Fluff
CripToNite
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
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A Few Little Drops - The Extraordinary Life of Water
Tasha, Gloria and Beth invite you to join their world of shiny, fluffy kettles, wheelchairs that bomb and immaculate ironing! After first appearing at the Xposure Festival in 2006, this moving reading revisits the three not-so-golden girls ... Aug 9-10: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Volcano Theatre Company
Follow Me
Enter a giant inflatable wave and explore the strange properties of the world's most precious substance. An inspiring and frightening show about awesome power, fragile purity and breathtaking beauty.
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Guy Masterson - TTI and RGR Productions
Medical Quad,Teviot Place • 0131 662 8740 • Grid Ref: F5
Aug 21-24: 17:30 (1hr) £10.00 Aug 21-24: 20:30 (1hr) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Basement Theatre Company
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Window onto the world of autism in the 1970s. A vivid journey through the mental landscape of Verity from 3 to 33 years old.Vital and energetic production exploring the condition's impact on those that surround and support her. Aug 19,25-26: 18:45 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 20,27: 18:45 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 21-24: 18:45 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Preview Aug 2-3: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Find Me
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Guy Masterson directs Beth Fitzgerald ('Oleanna') and Ross Gurney-Randall ('Goering's Defence'). 1955. Albert Pierrepoint, England's Chief Executioner, will hang Ruth Ellis, his most famous client, in the morning. It'll be a very British execution.The crowd is angry.
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Footballer's Boyfriend Brian Wharton
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Darren invites you on a camp gay rodeo ride. From the highs of Hollywood to the lows in Liverpool, stopping only to reveal his sex secrets with a soccer superstar who's laid bare in a literary love outing! Aug 11-18: 17:00 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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For God's Sake! Seven Dwarves Ltd
www.gildedballoon.co.uk
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
When God created the world in 6 days it was a production on an Epic and Universal scale. And, of course, he did it on his own - or did he? Now there is Hell to pay. www.sevendwarves.org Preview Aug 3-4: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.50 (£9.50) Aug 5-27: 20:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Forgotten Voices Assembly
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Adapted from Max Arthur's acclaimed 'Forgotten Voices of the Great War' ('An extraordinary and immensely moving book' Stephen Fry), this major play is based on oral testimonies of WW1 from the Imperial War Museum archives. Preview Aug 2-3: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,20-22,27: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £12.50 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £15.00 (£13.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Nightclub, Gilded Balloon, Teviot 16.15 1-26 Aug 0131 668 1633 see page 210 for show information
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40 Feathered Winks The Paper Birds
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
One-third of human life is spent in bed: living, resting, crying, hiding, love-making, sleeping, dreaming, dying. Live original music accompanies this spectacular visual and physical exploration of time passed horizontally. 'Totally original, inspired, beautiful' Scotsman.
Preview Aug 1-4: 14:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 14:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Turrets Youth Theatre
see page 163 for show information
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Warning! The clock is ticking. Iraq has launched its WMD ... and you have 45 minutes left to live. So, what would you do? The poignant final 45 minutes of one dysfunctional family - and their neighbour. Aug 6-11: 15:10 (45mins) £4.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5 Aug 13-18: 13:25 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Frank and Dolly
Gilded Balloon Productions Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
A dark, hilarious and moving exploration of partnership, ambition, and gay ballroom dancing competitions, brought to you by the team behind award-winning Edinburgh 2005 hit 'Pramface.' 'Mesmerising ... hilarious' Telegraph, 'a hugely political piece of theatre' Stage.
Preview Aug 1-4: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Frank's Aim Is True
Get A Real Job Promotions understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Chip-shop assistant Frank has issues; he often believes he's Elvis Costello. But with the regional takeaway finals looming that soon becomes the least of his problems ... A lively, original comedy about musical obsession, love and fried fish. Aug 21-27: 14:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Fringe Taster
SmartCityHostels presents
SmartCityHostels Cafe, 50 Blackfriars Street • 0131 524 1989 • Grid Ref: C6
Walked 500 miles? About to walk 500 more? Take a break and be entertained. The new kid on the block in the heart of the Old Town offers a free sample of the best and worst around. Aug 5,7,9,12,14,16,19,21,23: 17:30 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Frock Horror Exposure Theatre
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
A psychological thriller set in the ballroom dance world. Edinburgh veterans Exposure Theatre present David Kenzie's hilariously perceptive comic horror story of a reluctant pupil transformed by a bizarre and formidable dance mistress into a ballroom diva. Aug 13-18: 11:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Fruits of Life GiaNic Group
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Art, love, passion ruled by the laws of Nature. Italian group presents an exciting drama by Gianfranco Nicolini where two models portrayed by a painter become true lovers. Actors, 3D character, virtual environments, videoclips interact. www.gianicgroup.com Aug 5-12: 21:20 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Fuerzabruta Fuerzabruta
The Black Tent, Ocean Terminal, Leith • 0870 169 0100 • Grid Ref: LEITH
From creators of 'De La Guarda'. An event where worlds collide. Give in, let go, enjoy the ride. Powerful music, strobes, nudity, water, poetic, violent, beautiful and a whole lot of mess. All-standing, dress casual, you get wet, get dirty. Prepare for sensory overload.
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Fugue Fugitive
see page 193 for show information
Carboot Theatre
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
A young Muslim survivor of Bosnia's war lives its emotional legacy. Her personal psychological struggle reflects the universal human predicament within the continuing epic of war, leading to a mythic and inexorable finale. Aug 6-11: 16:15 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Funeral for Don Quijote
Demaco Rocket Productions: Andrea Cusumano & Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Sicilian director Andrea Cusumano presents Mira Rychlicka, one of Tadeusz Kantor's actress from 'Dead Class', performing an object-based theatre piece with artists from Central Saint Martins. Inspired by Gombrowicz latest novel 'Cosmos'. Aug 11-18: 00:10 (1hr) £15.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Funeral Games Unpacked
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Two brothers reunite to bury the dead and dig up the living. The lights are going out and the water's coming in. A tale of tea stains, stiffs, and brotherly love. 'Dazzling physical theatre ... extraordinarily imaginative' Scotsman. www.unpacked.org Preview Aug 1-3: 13:00 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 13:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Galois De Gaulle
EUTC and Hi5 Theatre Company Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
In a troubled republic, Galois gave himself to two causes - maths and politics - and revolutionised them both: but not without sacrifice. He died aged 20. Sell-out 2006. www.galoisplay.co.uk Aug 13-18,20-25: 15:30 (55mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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GAME?
Going Underground
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
The Ding Millers
Tangled Feet Life's a game. But at this party no one's playing by the rules. Internationally acclaimed Fringe favourites taste the dark and dirty side of life. 'Slick, funky, innovative,' Scotsman. 'What an exciting company!' Stage. 'Explosive performances, dazzling,' Edinburgh Guide.
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One tube train; seven individual journies. Christopher Morgan's award-winning tragicomedy takes you inside the lives of this disparate group of passengers to discover who is travelling hopefully, whose dreams have stalled and who is destined never to arrive ... Aug 20-26: 15:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Game Theory
The Good Thief
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
EK Performance
By Pamela Carter and Selma Dimitrijevic. A compelling, dark, funny and at times disturbing new play about the desire to win measured against the need to reconcile. 'Game Theory' examines the difference between saying something and meaning it.
Aug 14: 11:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£5.00) Aug 15: 16:00 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 16,22: 15:45 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 17,23: 18:00 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 18,24: 20:15 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 19,25: 11:30 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) World premiere Aug 21,26: 13:45 (2hrs) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Two Scottish soldiers join the 1000 red-shirted poets and idealists who forged a new nation - Italy! A romantic, swashbuckling, fully staged storytelling adventure from Mike Maran ('Captain Corelli's Mandolin') with live music by David Vernon (accordion and bagpipes).
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A (Gay Disabled Transexual) Love Story Told to a Ticket Inspector at Alton Towers Bind Productions
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
After surviving riot police, kilt-shopping and gender re-assignment, two men prove they can tackle Nemesis without a carer. White-knuckle comedy by Stephen Keyworth ('Royal Court,' 'EastEnders'). Aug 13-18: 22:10 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Gay Slave Handbook
Phare Play Productions/Blake Bradford, Matt Klan, Christine Vinh Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Three friends, fifteen years - what happens? From 18 to 33, Jimmy and Sebastian are in and out of love, best friends with Giulia. As they grow up, can things ever be the same? Aug 19-27: 22:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Glance at New York Nine desperate vaudeville performers re-imagine 1848 NYC in this musical extravaganza, set in a dangerous and inspirational historic period. Follow firefighter Big Mose on his wild adventures through the city. 'Spectacularly clever' Backstage NYC www.axiscompany.org
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understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
'A thrillingly theatrical high-octane journey into a weird and wonderful world' Rupert Christiansen, Daily Telegraph. This spectacular promenade production stages Mervyn Peake's phantasmagorical power-struggle as a fast-paced, darkly-comic Goth drama of seduction, murder and revolt. www.gormenghast-fringe.com Aug 14-18: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Government Inspector Comedy Theatre of Bucharest
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
No Smoking. Anywhere. Anyone who wants to smoke anywhere should find somewhere else. Signed, The Mayor of Somewhere Else. A town that met its social targets and was threatened by a visit from a management consultant. Subtitles. Aug 16: 14:20 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£7.50) (£5.00 C) Aug 17-27: 14:20 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£7.50) (£5.00 C)
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Grasmere
RoaN Productions C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Lives unravel as jealousy, addiction and love threaten to tear them apart. In the exquisite seclusion of the Lake District,William and Dorothy Wordsworth live happily until the unexpected arrival of old friends promises to change their lives forever. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
The human stories behind the human story. Watch us speak the first word, break the first heart, create the first god. An intimate epic from stone age to space age by Richard Marsh, 'Vituoso comedy' Guardian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,15-16,21-23,27: 15:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-11,13,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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On the Brew Theatre Company
Conscious Theatre
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Shouldn't that be warming? What can we do? Is it too late? Is it happening at all? Lively, green-spirited piece including sketches, satire, song and the occasional talking bottle. Warning - flyers recycled from Elephant poo.
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Grey days
Global Snoring
Aug 1-3,20,27: 12:15 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:15 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:15 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
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Pleasance Charlie fund
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
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Aug 19,25-26: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 20,27: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 21-24: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
Greedy Scratchers
Axis Theatre Company
Preview Aug 3-4: 14:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 6-10,14-17,20-24: 14:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
Third triumphant year of the one-man blockbuster by Conor McPherson ('The Weir' and 'The Seafarer'). Inept Irish hit-man bungles a job then goes on the run with a woman. Smash-hit performance of an ingenious tale. 'Riveting' ThreeWeeks.
House of Groan
Mike Maran Productions
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Watch-It Productions
Gormenghast
Garibaldi!
Aug 4-5,7-12,14-19: 15:30 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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An affair, a diary, a mis-judgement and loss of understanding. What happens when we force ourselves to change for the better ... Does ignorance excuse racism? Grey Days is a stylistic and moving exploration of a modern multi-cultural society. www.onthebrew.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 17:15 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 5-27: 17:15 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Greyhound Nearly Starving Artists
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
'Glimpses of genius', Belfast Newsletter. Comic drama of a couple who play out their lives through other characters whilst avoiding the problems in their relationship. Fresh from success with Belfast previews, this laugh-out-loud comedy is for all ages. Aug 20-25: 11:30 (1hr 5mins) £4.00 (£3.00)
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Grimoire
Agito Theatre Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Venture into an enchanting land where a spirit is rising. Live music, phyiscal theatre and puppetry take you on a journey through this highly original and mesmeric fable. 'Avant-garde theatre at the top of it's game.' ThreeWeeks, ***** Fringe '06. www.agitotheatre.org Aug 20-25: 13:55 (40mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
World premiere
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Guernica Falls - FREE
Abound Theatre Company/Laughing Horse Free Festival Laughing Horse @ Hillside, 11 Hillside Crescent • 0131 556 9332 • Grid Ref: C6
70 years ago a defenceless Basque town in Spain was attacked, from the early afternoon until the late evening. 'Guernica Falls' tells the story of that horrific day through drama, movement and a unique vocal narration. Aug 20-21,23-25: 14:30 (30mins) (Free Non-ticketed)
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A Guid Scots Tongue Joyce Falconer
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Best kent for her role of Roisin in BBC's 'River City', Joyce presents an amusing, yet poignant variety of traditional and self-penned monologue, poetry, parody and song in her pithy, inimitable style. Aug 20-21,25: 18:00 (50mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
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Funny Women - Laughing Horse Free Festival
ANDY JORDAN PRODUCTIONS AND TEATRO DEI BORGIA (ITALY)
Laughing Horse @ Ego, 14 Picardy Place • 0131 478 7434 • Grid Ref: C5
One play, fifteen female stand-ups - comedy, drama, Green Shield stamps and ... bingo! Theatrical, moving and fabulously funny, Michel Tremblay's love-letter to women everywhere. Featuring special guests. 'Run it until the bus parties stop rolling' Observer *****. www.funnywomen.com
“This brilliant theatrical spectacle must be seen”
Aug 4-14,16-18: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Ill Corriere dell Umbria
Habagat
“Gianpiero Borgia’s superb direction”
Curious&Company Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
1842. Four sisters alone in the remotest corner of the British Empire. Hostile natives, terrifying sounds, and father dead in the corner. Old secrets emerge as the sisters struggle to survive. A new darkly comic horror. www.habagat.co.uk Aug 6-7: 19:40 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 8-11,13-18,20-25: 19:40 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hope and Hell Theatre Co. (Canada) and Richard Jordan Productions Ltd. Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Winner 2006 Montreal Critic-Circle Best Touring Production. Award-winning Shakespeare Globe International company member, Raoul Bhaneja, NYC Vampire Cowboys & LABryinth-Theater director Robert Ross Parker present exhilarating reworking of the greatest play on earth. Has thrilled North-American audiences.
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EscapingHamlet By Natalia Capra Directed by Gianpiero Borgia
Hamlet (solo)
Preview Aug 3-4: 11:15 (1hr 45mins) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-14,16,20-22,27: 11:15 (1hr 45mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 11:15 (1hr 45mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
Il Foglio
Enter a ravishing world of fairytale and dreams… Hamlet as you have never seen it before
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August 3-26 (excluding 13th) 3.30pm
Underbelly Cow Barn Bristo Square Box Office: 0870 745 3083 www.underbelly.co.uk
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Happy Days
The Loft Theatre Company C, Chambers Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
Winnie is buried in a mound of earth. There's no story, no plot and the earth gradually piles higher. This uplifting and legendary masterpiece offers the Beckett experience at its most compelling. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;12,18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14-17:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
BOLD DIVERSE INSPIRATIONAL THEATRE
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Harden The F**K Up World
Laughing Stock Productions presents Heath Franklin as Chopper Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 623 3030 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: D4
From Australian TV's 'Ronnie John's Half Hour,' ex-con Chopper is a new life coach for a new age - he's butchered the English language, now he has his sights on you! 'A class act ... menacingly funny' Chortle.
Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;2-3:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;22:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4-9,13-16,20-22,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;22:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£10.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£9.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10-12,17-19,23-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;22:20â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£11.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£10.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Hay Fever
The Edinburgh Makars
Murrayfield Parish Church Hall, Ormidale Terrace â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 226 0000 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E1
The ultra-Bohemian Bliss family all casually announce that they have invited guests for the weekend. When the guests arrive, they suffer an uncomfortable tea, and after dinner have to play a word game which only the family understands.
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Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15-18,20-25:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(2hrsâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Head of Red O'Brien
Box Office 0131 226 5425
Gilded Balloon Productions & Oran MorE!
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 668 1633 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: F5
O'Brien believes 'The Hunt for Red October' is the greatest film ever made but his relationship with his wife, Mary Motorhead, has reached 'the land of no return'. 'Excellent performance from Ciaran McIntyre' **** Sunday Business Post.
Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;1-4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;12:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-9,14-16,21-23,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;12:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10-12,17-19,24-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;12:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
A ferociously bubbling melting pot of a show about shoes, sex, crips, queers and dressing up. 'Poetic dialogue ... Exquisite singing ... Remarkable performances ... Potent ... Thought provoking' Stage. 'An extraordinary and vastly entertaining performance' Manchester Evening News. www.fittings.org.uk Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;9-18,20-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£5.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
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Talk To Strangers/PBH's Free Fringe
The Mercat Bar, 28 West Maitland Street â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E1
A unique, youthful and energetic student group have ripped apart the Faustus legend and lovingly reassembled it with live music and gratuitously camp devils ... Marlowe's original script is transposed into the grotesque realms of German Cabaret Theatre.
World premiere
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Henry & Elizabeth Signal to Noise
Arnold Wesker's The Mistress
@ GEORGE ST
Martha Lott plays Samantha, hopelessly loves a married man. A divisive introspective. A comically fierce play about guilt. Directed by Guy Masterson.
Follow Me
by Ross Gurney-Randall & Dave Mounfield
by Pip Utton
A classic tale of love gone wonky, retold in your own home by the makers of 'The Tempest' ('One of the all-time great Edinburgh productions' Guardian) and 'Homemade' ('Best show on the Fringe' Scotland on Sunday). henryandelizabeth.blogspot.com
World premiere
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WILDMAN ROOM
11:00 - 11:55
@ GEORGE ST WILDMAN ROOM
12:15 - 13:30
MAJESTIC
Guy Masterson directs Pip Utton's chillingly accurate invocation of Hitler's last hours. A brilliant lesson from history. "Terrifying, searing, transfixing!" (Scotsman)
12:20 - 13:50
American Poodle by Brian Parks & Guy Masterson
@ GEORGE ST
Guy Masterson & David Calvitto take on the "special relationship" from opposite sides of the pond. Screwball comedy. Caustic, black and (probably) inspired!
An Age of Angels
Your Home, Where You Live â&#x20AC;¢ 07914 629 851 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: n/a
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box office: 0131 623 3030 www.assemblyfestival.com
Beth Fitzgerald & Ross Gurney-Randall play Ruth Ellis & Albert Pierrepoint. The hanged and the hangman finally meet. Directed by Guy Masterson.
Hell's Cabaret
Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;16-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;call to book timesâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£10.00 per person (min £80.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
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Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 226 5425 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: B2
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Heelz on Wheels
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www.theatre-workshop.com VENUE 20, 34 Hamilton Place Edinburgh EH3 5AX
by Mark Soper
Mark Soper intertwines ten tall Hollywood tales proving that mass murder can be a spiritually uplifting experience! Poetic. Brilliant. Directed by Ines Wurth.
Playing Burton
WILDMAN ROOM
17:00 - 18:00
@ GEORGE ST DRAWING ROOM
17:15 - 18:35
@ GEORGE ST
by Mark Jenkins
Guy Masterson directs Josh Richards as Richard Burton. A Smash in '94 & '97 a must see. A "towering inferno" of a performance! A vast achievement!
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Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas Aug 13 &s 2o0nly!
Guy Masterson's globally acclaimed solo interpretation of Thomas' masterwork. Now in its 14th year! A truly unmissable feast! Pure Enchantment!
SUPPER ROOM
18:30 - 19:30
@ GEORGE ST
MUSIC HALL
14:15 - 16:10
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Here to Stay
Agelink Theatre Inc Act-IV@The Radisson,Venue 39, Holyrood Room â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E5
The sad and funny stories of European migrants to Western Australia after WWII are accompanied by music and song. Tim Minchin (Winner 2005 Perrier Best Newcomer Award) says 'Agelink Theatre is Australian theatre of the heart.' Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-19:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ6.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
European premiere
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Hippo World Guest Book Festival Highlights
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 556 6550 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: F5
Fringe First winner Chris Goode reveals a poignant yet hilarious drama created from messages posted at a real website, where hippopotamus fans confront the dark virtual realities of scepticism and spam. 'Clever, thoughtful, big-hearted' FT.
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a comedy about a Clown who gives in to society and gets a real job
Hitler Alone The History Actor
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Inlingua Edinburgh, 29 Hanover Street â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 220 5119 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: D4
LOST PROPERTY
'Hitler Alone' is an attempt to enter the heart and mind of a great criminal dictator, reflecting on his present, past and future in the minutes before his suicide. Ranting, charming, repellant, Adolf fascinates and disgusts in equal measure.
The Meadows Theatre Big Top Melville Drive, Edinburgh
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FRINGE BOX OFFICE 0131 2260000 DIAL-A-SEAT 0870 1609558 â&#x20AC;&#x153;...had the audience www.clowntweedy.co.uk www.myspace.com/alandigweed
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The Holy Terror
Edinburgh People's Theatre St Peter's, Lutton Place â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 226 0000 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: G6
A sparkling Scots comedy loosely based on Moliere's 'Tartuffe'. This play loses nothing of it's original earthiness in it's successful transplant into 17th century Edinburgh. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4,7-11,14-18,21-25:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(2hrs)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ7.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Home Is Where Your Clothes Are
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Southern Light Drama
Blackhall St Columba's Parish Church Hall, Muirdale Terrace â&#x20AC;˘ 07788 757 297 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: C1
When his wife runs off, the Major solves his debts by letting her flat - to two tenants simultaneously! Resulting in confusion of identities, confrontations and hectic misunderstandings but ending happily for the assorted tenants! Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(2hrsâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;30mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ7.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Hotel World
Kidbrooke School in association with Greenwich Theatre Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 226 5425 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: B2
One hotel. One night. Five characters. Four living, one dead ... Ali Smith's Bookershortlisted novel, adapted for the stage for the first time, promises a spirited celebration of life and love presented in a fast-moving physical style. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A House Divided PSFilms
Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 556 0476 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: D6
The family celebrates, but Dad's birthday cake remains uncut - one son, a young Catholic priest stands accused of a terrible crime. The church closes ranks - can he prove his innocence and will his family stand by him? Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;12-14:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;16:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;40mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ6.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ4.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15-23:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;16:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;40mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ5.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Demarco Rocket Productions Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Plâ&#x20AC;˘ 0871 750 0077 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E6
A brutal joyride across Dublin's underbelly that takes in revenge, redemption, a scabies-infested mattress and two Siamese fighting fish. Mark O'Rowe's awardwinning hit presented in a first-ever Slovak version by Divadlo Kontra.
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Hugh Hughes in ... Floating
I AM MY OWN WIFE
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Hoipolloi/Escalator East to Edinburgh
Northern Stage and Giles Ramsay
Last year's award-winning hit returns after a sell-out run in New York. Hugh and Sioned reconstruct the Isle of Anglesey's voyage away from the coast of Wales. 'Charming, surreal, warm-hearted. A piece of genius' Scotsman. www.hoipolloi.org.uk Aug 20-23,27: 14:30 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 24-26: 14:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Hoipolloi &The New WolseyTheatre, Ipswich/Escalator East to Edinburgh Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Hugh finds a rabbit lying dead in his garden. He tries to put it in a box. It doesn't fit. A comic and curious show about the complexities of death. Surprisingly uplifting. www.hoipolloi.org.uk
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Kensington Drama Company:The Outpatients Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
A fast, physical, philosophical reworking of Moliere's classic comedy, featuring dancing nurses, singing lovers, lavatorial humour, mistaken identity, a banana and a kazoo. A musical, medical spectacular for all the family - 'Is there a doctor in the house?!'
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Inspector Sands and Stamping Ground Theatre Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Last years sell-out hit returns for three performances only! Total Theatre Award 2006. The world is ending. And it's happening at table 9. 'Beautifully observed ... wonderfully witty ... I laughed until I cried' Guardian ****. Aug 22: 17:40 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 23: 15:50 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 27: 21:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Seeing RED Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Seeing RED presents exciting, innovative theatre with a strong social commitment based around areas of accessibility, inclusion and integration. I-C-Q has been developed as part of the European Year of Equality - highlighting Rights, Representation, Recognition and Respect for all. Aug 21-24: 13:30 (45mins) (Free Ticketed)
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Arkle Theatre Company
Mayfield Salisbury Church, 1a Mayfield Road • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: H6
Four women, three generations, together for one day. Learn of their lives, loves, lusts, the men they have had and choices they have made. Heart warming, dramatic and funny, 'Steel Magnolias' meets 'Sex in the City'. Aug 13-18: 20:15 (2hrs) £8.00 (£6.00)
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I gave him my heart, he gave me ... an apple!?! HaHa-HeHe Theatre Company
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
A blonde, brunette and afro effortlessly combine Barry Manilow, Bond, apples, and sex. Don't be afraid to sit back and light a fag - it's the best you'll ever have! www.myspace.com/hahahehetheatrecompany Aug 5-18: 16:00 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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If we are Women
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Hysteria
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The Hypochondriac
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Aug 6-9,13-16,20-22: 18:30 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-25: 18:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
Hugh Hughes in ... Story of a Rabbit
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,21-23,27: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:30 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.50)
True story of German transvestite Charlotte von Mahlsdorf who survived both Nazis and Communists. Hero? Spy? Informant? Broadway actor Kevin Loreque stars in Doug Wright's Pulitzer prize-winning play! 'Fascinating. Beautifully written' New York Times.
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The Black Sheep Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Tarantara! Two of the country's finest thespians revive the gasping corpse of British theatre live on stage. 'I have never seen anything so funny in my life' BBC. Directed by Cal McCrystal ('Spymonkey', 'Boosh') www.blacksheepcomedy.co.uk
Preview Aug 3-4: 15:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,21-22,27: 15:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 15:10 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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I'll Get My Man
Saughtonhall Drama Group Saughtonhall United Reformed Church, 87 Saughtonhall Drive • 0131 539 0491 • Grid Ref: F1
Peter TV hero seeks refuge from adoring women in uncle's Rectory, the vicar, forgetting the word marriage, advertises for wife after sister dismisses housekeeper. Sacks of mail arrive and mayhem follows.
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I'm a Lab Rat: Get Me Out of Here! Tictek Productions
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The world's first televised drug trial. Five subjects have signed their lives over, and the experiment has begun. But playing God can be dangerous - especially when you've got viewers to keep entertained! Aug 15-17,21-24: 15:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 18-19,25-26: 15:30 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 15:30 (1hr 30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Importance of Being Earnest Close Up Theatre
see page 199 for show information
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Wilde's witty, wicked and waspish masterpiece of mistaken identities, romantic dreams, clandestine weekend retreats and misplaced hand luggage is presented in a sparkling new production by Close-Up Theatre. Sell-out shows 2004, 2005, 2006. Aug 20-25: 11:30 (2hrs) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Importance of Shoes Weaver Hughes Ensemble
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
'Bring me bad shoes and I'll cry'.Vanessa is addicted. Marise collects. Sebastian sells. Dylan tells people to stop. Four lives revolve around a story of passion, seduction, infidelity and some amazing shoes. www.weaverhughesensemble.co.uk Preview Aug 2-4: 16:30 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 16:30 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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In Hysterics Yolanda Ferrato
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Tracking down her wandering womb sets Emma on a hysterical journey involving dead bodies, virgin dragon births, police investigations, and coffee ...It means facing the mess and chaos that make up life, art and creation. Preview Aug 2-3: 13:15 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9: 13:15 (45mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12: 13:15 (45mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Inimitable Dickens Douglas Currie
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
A dramatised reading is presented in period costume revealing the truth behind the legend that was Charles Dickens, our finest novelist and a real personality before 'personalities' were invented - 'Oliver Twist', 'Nicholas Nickleby', 'Great Expectations' and more. Aug 13-18: 17:30 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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In My Father's House
The Iron Eyelashes
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Curiously comic exploration of father-daughter relationships from critically acclaimed Kindle. A story of cake, confession and judgement. 'Better than a Bloody Mary the morning after the night before' **** Scotsman.
A wall goes up overnight, severing the arteries of Berlin. Part theatre/part cabaret. Seventeen nights inside the lives of a brother and sister torn apart by the Cold War's cold heart. Come. More than once. www.imaginaryforces.co.uk
Imaginary Forces
Kindle Theatre
Aug 3,20,27: 17:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 17:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 17:15 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Preview Aug 2-4: 21:10 (50mins) £7.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-18: 21:10 (50mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-16: 21:10 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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In Search of Kantor
Is This About Sex?
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, Forrest Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
In collaboration with Richard Demarco, MTC present a contemporary avant-garde theatre piece developed through conversations with Kantor's Cricot-2 group. The show promises to break preconceptions, and celebrates the cultural dialogue between the Edinburgh Festival and Poland.
A dark and delightful exploration of gender, sexuality and identity from Rough Magic (Improbable Frequency 2006). Christian O'Reilly debunks the definitions that bewitch, bother and bewilder us, in an intelligent comedy of sexual policies.
Rough Magic
Demarco Rocket Productions: Magico Theatre Company
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:35 (1hr 10mins) £4.00 (£2.00) (£1.00 SU) Aug 5-11: 16:35 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 (£4.00) (£3.00 SU)
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The Insect Circus
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Insect Circus Society
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Roll Up! Roll Up! See astonishing acrobatic ants! Marvel as Captain Courage enters a cage of wasps! Be dazzled by mayflies, butterflies, mantids and more! Welcome to a magical world of extraordinary physical theatre. Aug 8-12,15-19,22-26: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Preview Aug 1: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 2,7,11: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 3,8,12: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 4,9,14,19,25: 21:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 5,10: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 15,21,26: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 16,22: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) Aug 17,23: 16:00 (1hr 30mins) World premiere • Aug 18,24: 18:30 (1hr 30mins)
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It Is Like It Ought To Be: A Pastoral Uninvited Guests
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Come, share some ale and stay a while. Let's found Arcadia, a rural idyll amongst the city's hubbub. 'A wonderful piece', Total Theatre. Produced by Fuel. Aug 18: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 19-25: 11:00 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£7.50)
Inside Private Lives
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Jack Or The Submission
Kristin Stone Entertainment 'Bravo!' NBC-LA. 'Recommended!' LA Times. 'Not-To-Miss!' Angeleno Magazine. Straight from Los Angeles comes this wildly popular interactive theatrical experience. Meet the likes of famous, controversial people from the 20th century.You decide their fate! Aug 2-4: 15:45 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 15:45 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:45 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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CalArts Festival Theater
Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
An absurdist tragedy, Jack parodies conformism and the nuclear family via Ionesco's signature distortion of language and a highly physical performance style. Surreal comic forces intensify until a relationship founded on fantasy emerges as an antidote. Aug 9-10: 14:15 (1hr 10mins) £4.00 Aug 11: 14:15 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 12,14-19: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Internal Monologue
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The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
James II by Douglas Maxwell
All the voices have been compressed into one? Four women trying to untangle the twisted depths of one man's tormented mind with only ten buckets and an overhead projector. Featuring Liquorice the cow, Jesus, and the color orange.
Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Midlothian • 0131 445 4023 • Grid Ref: H6
Internal Productions
Aug 14-19,21-27: 14:35 (40mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Into the Hoods Zoonation
Complete sell-out 2006! 'Just about flawless ... the perfect show' ***** Scotsman. 'Standing ovation stuff' ***** Metro. 'Unmissable' ***** Herald. 'An inclination to brilliance ... very funny' Observer. 'Mesmerising choreography' Dancing Times. ***** List. 'Respect is due' Guardian. Preview Aug 1-4: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £15.50 (£13.50) Aug 10-12,17-19: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £17.50 (£15.50) Aug 24-26: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £19.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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NonsenseRoom Productions
A dramatic, powerful yet humourous new play from one of Scotland's finest contemporary playwrights. The story of James II of Scotland and his struggle to defend the throne. Performed in the enigmatic Rosslyn Chapel. Preview Aug 2-4: 19:30 (2hrs) £7.00 Aug 6-10,13-17,20-24: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 Aug 11,18,25: 19:00 (4hrs) £28.50 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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Jason and the Argonauts
Wellington College in association with Splendid Productions Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
A fast-paced, physical, family interpretation of this epic tale, created and directed by Splendid Productions and performed by students from Wellington College. A quirky and original mix of music, song, comedy and epic ridiculousness. Aug 6-11: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Jean Jacques
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
The American High School Theatre Festival
Cabaret Techne/Escalator East To Edinburgh
Will the human spirit survive a harsh, desolate world where justice and peace are scarce commodities? This character-driven ensemble work takes us on a primal journey through time, utilizing ritualistic and organic song, dance, and storytelling. Aug 7,10: 12:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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'Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains.' Illuminating the duality of his life, Jean Jacques Rousseau makes one last effort to tame his ghosts in order to voice his final and most honest confession. Preview Aug 4-6: 13:30 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 8-13,15-20,22-26: 13:30 (55mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Jeremy Bentham - the Pursuit of Happiness
The Journey of Jeannie Deans
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
This docu-drama follows the Fringe successes of 'Socrates-Last Days and Legacy' and 'David Hume - Citizen of the World'. Now the Father of International Law comes alive with friends in the City of Enlightenment.
Public and private issues collide dramatically in post-Union Edinburgh. Judy Steel's powerful re-telling of Scott's masterpiece 'The Heart of Midlothian' combines humour, passion and tension as Jeannie faces a dilemma to save her sister's life.
Rowan Tree Theatre Company
The Radicals (Radical Enlightenmentarians)
Aug 5: 17:00 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 12: 17:00 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 19:30 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Business critical satire. Experience the Guru other Gurus trust. Be transformed by the inventor of the Personal Branding KitTM and iTitherTM. Sells out fast. 'Truly original comic invention' Drum Media. www.jeremyboutsakis.com
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The American High School Theatre Festival
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
This stunning new company offers a disturbing and touching production of 'Journeys End', one of the twentieth century's greatest plays, unrivalled as a comment on the absurdity and inhumanity of war that in today's climate is more poignant than ever. Aug 13-18: 12:30 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00) (£4.00 U)
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Judy, Judy Garland GHS Theatre Company
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Aug 13-15: 11:30 (45mins) £6.50 (£4.50)
Adapted from the Chinese novel 'Journey to the West' performed as Beijing Opera in English. Costumes, makeup, performing style make a tale of alligator demons, transformation and love between a pig and his supper.
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Julius Caesar
Exeter University Theatre Company
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Journeys End
A high impact, high energy, toe-tapping production devised by seven enthusiastic students. It follows the highs and lows of Judy Garland's life in the limelight and the perils of a career in Hollywood. www.ghstheatrecompany.co.uk
Jia de Houzi:The False Monkey
Aug 6: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
An Inaugural Traditional Event
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Essential Theatre Company
Jeremy Boutsakis - Thought Leader: A Conference for Sole Traders
Preview Aug 1-3: 13:40 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 13:40 (55mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:40 (55mins) £9.00 (£7.00)
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Joanna
invisible theatre The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
One grand piano. One secret. Joanna tells her tale of being encased in wood for a century, revealing more than just a few notes ... A play by Neil Brand, featuring live piano music with a physical twist! www.invisibletheatre.co.uk
Preview Aug 4: 13:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) Aug 5,11-12,18-19: 13:00 (1hr) £7.50 Aug 6-10,13-17: 14:30 (1hr) £7.50
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C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Veni, vidi, vici. The tragic tale of power to the people. Bear witness to the epic chaos left in the wake of the fall of Caesar - Emperor. Shakepeare's stark exploration of the man whose ambition was to become the unassailable dictator of Rome, but at what price? Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Junk
Scaffraj Theatre Company Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
John Betjeman's Life in Verse
Junk = Heroin = Bliss = Despair = A love affair you'll never forget. This challenging and demanding play is Scaffraj's second Fringe appearance, and explores the impact of heroin addiction on two teenagers. Brutal; honest: 'Junk' is a play you'll never forget.
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
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Aug 7-11: 17:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£3.00) (£2.00 U)
Lance Pierson
Betjeman's life story as told through his poems. A celebration of the last century's best-selling poet. Actor Lance Pierson performs many of his autobiographical poems like 'In a Bath Teashop' and 'Hunter Trials'. www.lancepierson.org Aug 12,14,16,18: 14:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50) Aug 13,15,17: 20:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Blue Box Tours, Anthony Field Associates and Festival Highlights Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Johnson told Boswell, 'The noblest prospect a Scotchman ever sees is the highroad that leads him to England!' Two provocative wits recall their travels and take questions. By Stewart Lee ('Jerry Springer - The Opera').
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Journey into the unknown El Funoun Group (Scotland)
Through drama, dance, poetry and music, children relive their ancestors' experience of exile in the refugee camps of the surrounding Arab countries.Victims of greedy wars, Palestinians and Iraqis stare into the abyss of the unknown. Aug 9-11: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£7.00) (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Breathe/Escalator East To Edinburgh Home from Home, 54 Annandale St • 07821 677382 • Grid Ref: B5
A unique experience to dine as a guest at our table. A feast accompanied by light entertainment will be served to six strangers. Question belonging, share secrets ... everyone has something worth knowing! www.breatheartists.co.uk
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JUVIE
Fat Lip Drama Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Powerful, gut-wrenching theatre' ***** Advertiser. Direct from the 2007 Adelaide Fringe Festival in Australia, 'Juvie' is about young offenders, pain, suffering, choices, crime and the sad reality that life can affect our young people for a long time. Preview Aug 2-3: 13:45 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 13:45 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:45 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
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Just To(o) Long(?)
Aug 3-5,9-12,16-19,23-26: 19:00 (2hrs) £10.00
Johnson and Boswell - Late But Live
Aug 7: 22:30 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 8-12,14-19,21-26: 22:30 (1hr 15mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U)
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Keeping It Down Laura Berlin Stinger
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Impetuous, provocative solo work ... hits like a tornado through consumer culture. Fasting with Mia Farrow and lectures with Joan Crawford while a new-age visionary turned cable-access host fasts for peace and slowly loses her mind. Aug 14-18,21-25,27: 13:20 (40mins) £5.00 (£3.50)
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Killer Joe
Pleasance and The Comedians' Theatre Company presents Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Killer Cop Tony Law meets trailer-park trash Phil Nichol and Lizzie Roper in Tracy Letts' jaw-dropping smash-hit dark comedy. Breath-taking events.Truly shocking behaviour. Thrilling high-energy climax. 'You won't see finer acting on the Fringe' Daily Mail. Preview Aug 1-3: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £10.00 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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La Casa Azul
Mephisto Theatre Company C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
'I took my tears and I turned them into paintings.' A tourist at Kahlo's Blue House stumbles into Frida wrestling tyranny, betrayal and lust.Vivid landscape portrayed through visceral humanity, language, fabrication and light. Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 13,20,27: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 17:15 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Lady Boys of Bangkok Urban Circus Ltd see page 181 for show information DEFENDING THE CAVEWOMAN CMYK.ai
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Meadows Theatre Big Tops,The Meadows, Melville Dr • 0871 224 0033 • Grid Ref: G5
A new caberet sensation - the glitter, the glamour, the fun of Vegas performed as only the Lady Boys can! Edinburgh's biggest party is back 'Divas Las Vegas', featuring the Lady Boys tribute to Edinburgh. Aug 5-8,12-15,19-22,26-29: 19:00 (1hr 45mins), 21:15 (1hr 45mins) £18.00 (£16.00) £16.00 (£14.00) Aug 9-11,16-18,23-25,30-Sep 1: 19:00 (1hr 45mins), 21:15 (1hr 45mins) £18.00 & £16.00 Aug 11,18,25,Sep 1: 16:30 (1hr 45mins) £18.00 & £16.00
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Lady Of Burma
The Burma Campaign (UK) and Louise Chantal Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
The inspirational true story of Burmese leader and Nobel Peace Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, following a sell-out gala performance at the Old Vic. Produced by the Burma Campaign (UK). 'Rarely is a show so powerful' Independent. Preview Aug 3-4: 16:45 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (1hr 15mins) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23,27: 16:45 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) C
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5 MY
Live music, frenetic dance, fierce boxing, raw meat. eight wild performers satirize America's celebrity obsession in the midst of war. www.shalimarproductions.org. 'A delicious theatrical experience!' nytheatre.com
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Preview Aug 1-3: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£7.50) (£5.00 U) European premiere • Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.50)
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Land On My Tongue Theatre Vaults
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A husband and wife eat dinner. They believe they are under attack. A girl goes fishing in an empty pond. She believes she will catch something. An absurdist comedy that asks: whose is the spare chair?
see page 42 for show information
Preview Aug 2-3: 11:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 11:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:45 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE LAss Wi THE MuckLE Moo Theatre Alba
Duddingston kirk Manse Garden, old church Lane, Duddingston village • 0131 556 9579 • Grid ref: F6
This rip-roaring comedy is one of the greatest plays ever written in Scots. Translated into 15 languages, it transports you to the earthy world of feuding borders families, encapsulated within the wonders of Elfland. Aug 8-12,15-19,22-26: 19:45 (2hrs 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
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THE LAsT Fenced Eden
The vault, 11 Merchant street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid ref: E5
Welcome to the last party in the world. Join seven friends coming together one last time before humanity's conclusion. A new tragicomedy that explores unfulfilled dreams, unrequited love and innate beauty. The end is well and truly nigh. Aug 6-12,14-19,21-27: 20:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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LAsT MAn sTAnDinG Dragon's Men
Augustine's, 41 George iv bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid ref: E5
July 1st 1916 - Death or Glory? A band of Yorkshire lads, torn from their homes, confront the devastating consequences of a single moment's choice. A tragic tale of young lives lost, sweethearts abandoned, cowardice and betrayal ... www.last-man-standing.org.uk Aug 21-27: 14:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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THE LAsT souTH: PursuiT oF THE PoLE Festival Highlights
Pleasance courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: E6
see page 108 for show information
New drama from multiple Fringe First winning team. Two invincible explorers; one final conquest. A century ago and a world apart, Amundsen and Scott race for Earth's last unknown. Adapted from expedition diaries. Preview Aug 1-3: 13:10 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 13:10 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:10 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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LAuGHinG WiLD by cHrisToPHEr DurAnG Y Factor
Diverse Attractions, riddles court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid ref: E4
Having trouble being positive? Try laughing wildly - it might help ... or make you seem mad. A comedy about the frustrations and neuroses of modern life, summed up by an incident in the tinned tuna aisle. Aug 13-18,20-25: 11:15 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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LEAvE A MEssAGE Z Theatre Company
venue 45, 39 jeffrey street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid ref: D5
see page 175 for show information
For Ruth the loss of her brother challenges the question of faith. 'Leave A Message' examines the role of Christianity amongst today's youth. Do we believe only because we want to believe? Aug 6-11: 15:30 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-17: 15:45 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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LEFTovErs
Mem Morrison Company
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid ref: b2
The full English breakfast is given a Citizenship Test as Mem Morrison returns to his roots to examine the traditional greasy spoon café. A gentle exploration of how cultures meet and mingle, eat, socialise and influence each other. Aug 20-25: 16:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Lemons are for Emergencies Only Claire's Kitchen
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Deviled eggs, existential chiffon, bizarre rituals and birthday parties ... American film actor Claire Titelman's solo-show is 'unsettling, funny, and ultimately fascinating ... unique and surprising ... she does it brilliantly.' EntertainmentToday. www.lemonsareforemergenciesonly.com Preview Aug 1-4: 12:30 (40mins) £5.00 Aug 5-6,8-9,13-16,20,22-23,27: 12:30 (40mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:30 (40mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Lesson by Eugene Ionesco Icarus Theatre Collective
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
A light, classroom farce and charged political play. A mild mannered, scatty scholar teaches his bright-eyed bonne-eleve student 1+1=2. When pupil displeases tutor he turns on her, becoming a bully tyrant, ferocious animal bent on her destruction. Preview Aug 3-4: 19:00 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-22,27: 19:00 (1hr 5mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:00 (1hr 5mins) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Lewis Carroll's 'Through the Looking Glass' The University of Lincoln Drama Society
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Take a trip 'Through The Looking Glass' as Lewis Carroll's original book is brought to life on stage in a truly inventive, vibrant and dream-like manner. Aug 19-27: 11:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Liars Icarus
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Society has suffered a stroke. Homosexuals have taken over Britain as the public realise the benefits. Meanwhile, heterosexuals are finally outcast as the source of all evil. A theatrical romp through modern sexuality in this absurd satirical comedy. Aug 4,6,8,10,14,16,22,24: 22:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 12,18,26: 22:30 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20: 22:30 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité The Boy Who Cried Theatre Company
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
From the Ukraine to the UK. Julian journeyed through the landscape of World War II, finding love, anti-semitism and ultimately escape. A cutting blend of original comedy, drama, movement and music in this tale of passion and adversity. Aug 3,20,27: 19:35 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 19:35 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 19:35 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Lie Detector Truth Detector Random Cactus
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
By Peter Yates: Marie Bobin's intriguing production - a thought-provoking examination of this Government's National Security mind-set. 'Stylishly quick-witted ... evokes shades of Guantanomo and modern corporate culture ... funny as it's cutting' Decca Aitkenhead, Guardian (about 'LieDetector'). www.randomcactus.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (£1.00) Aug 5-18: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Life Force - A Shoah Love Story The American High School Theatre Festival
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
This true story is based upon the manuscript of Willi Tannenbaum, circa 1946, and the family stories that are his legacy, may they never be forgotten. A tour de force, straight from NYC!
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Life In a Marital Institution Little Johnny Koerber and Louise Chantal
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
'In the tradition of Spalding Gray, James Braly is one of the finest storytellers in New York' The Moth. 'Hilarious' New Yorker. 'A master storyteller' novelist Jonathan Ames. Directed By Hal Brooks ('Thom Pain'). Preview Aug 3-4: 14:00 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 14:00 (1hr 20mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 14:00 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Lifetime on Tiptoes Mán Melá Theatre Company
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
A commemorative piece by Mazhar Tirmazi marking the 60th anniversary of the Partition of British India. The play is written in the Panjabi folk style of 'Qissa.' Presented by Mán Melá Theatre Company director Dominic Rai. Aug 6-12,14-19,21-27: 17:25 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Limbo
Real Circumstance with York Theatre Royal & Strawberry Vale Media/Escalator East to Edinburgh Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The tender and compelling story of a young girl's relationship with an older man. Claire drops soundlessly into the lake, the darkness rushes up to claim her, she's always had a fear of water, but ... www.realcircumstance.com/limbo Preview Aug 2-3: 14:20 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 14:20 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:20 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Line Between
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The Third Man Theatre Company Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Two men, one dog and a partially molested wardrobe are trapped. Before escaping their room, they must escape their minds. Fast paced comedy and clowning from two weird and wonderful actors in a weird and wonderful world. Preview Aug 1-4: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 12:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 11-12,17-19,24-26: 12:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Little Box Of Oblivion Arnott Enterprises
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
A woman leaves a mysterious box with a stranger - but what's in it? Three passersby share their theories. Do you have one? Find out if you are right, watch this hilarious one act comedy! Aug 6-11: 19:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Lizzie Roper in Peccadillo Circus Festival Highlights
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
2006's sell-out documentary comedy returns for one week only. Stage Best Solo Show Nominee. 'Performance comedy of the highest order in this hour of aural voyeurism' ***** Herald. 'Frankly funny, frequently very filthy' ***** Standard. Aug 20-23,27: 21:35 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 24-26: 21:35 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Local Stigmatic Playground Productions
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
A study in fame and envy. Two restful Londoners discuss dog racing and celebrity. Violence ensues. Heathcote Williams' acclaimed piece, first performed in 1966 at the Royal Court, London. Piercing and relevant, this fresh production speaks of our time. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 16:45 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 16:45 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 16:45 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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...it’s a riot. Written by Rikki Beadle-Blair Based on the film by Nigel Finch
Pleasance One 1-27 August @ 5.50PM 0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk see page 227 for show information
Long Time Dead
Love Labours Won
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Grizzly, Dog and Gnome live to climb mountains. They love it and do it to the limit. Rona Munro's new play is an exhilarating story of friendship, adventure and survival. Director: Roxana Silbert. **** 'Jagged, thrilling' Guardian.
Love without fear! 'Pick of the Fringe 2006.' ***** 'Unmissable. Undoubtedly the best Shakespearean comedy not written by Shakespeare' ThreeWeeks. ***** 'Funny!' UKTN. Original verse from award-winning Elizabethan-style playwright, Ryan J-W Smith. Allfemale cast! Free chocolate!
Paines Plough
Rogue Shakespeare Company
Preview Jul 31: 19:00 (2hrs 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 4: 20:00 (2hrs 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 5: 12:00 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 7,10,14,17,21,24: 15:00 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 8,11,15,18,22,25: 18:45 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 9,12,16,19,23,26: 11:00 (2hrs 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Love of the Nightingale
Longwave
The American High School Theatre Festival
The Corn Exchange Newbury & Signal to Noise
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Two scientists stranded together with only an old radio for company ... A seductively bleak comedy without words from double Fringe First winner Chris Goode. 'Like the garden shed version of 'The Great Escape'. Outstanding ... beautifully judged ... remarkable' Guardian. Aug 19,24-26: 11:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 20-23: 11:00 (1hr 10mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Preview Aug 1,3-4: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 Preview Aug 2: 15:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23,27: 16:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00)
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A reworked Greek myth drawing parallels to contemporary society: power, who is heard and silenced, and the return to an animalistic state of violence and predatory instinct. A tale of love, war, metamorphosis, and silence.
Aug 18: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Lorca's Shadow
The Love of the Nightingale
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Moving Parts Theatre Company A new uplifting production using 'Bernada Alba' as a starting point, exploring Lorca's life and death through poetry, quotes and extracts - in search of duende. 'Judging by the sell-out crowds, a word of mouth success' Evening News 2004. Aug 6-11: 19:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Teabreak Theatre Company
Violence, sex and savage wit, in this timeless tale of boy rapes girl, boy cuts girl's tongue out, girl exacts hideous revenge and turns into nightingale. But how does she sing? Aug 3: 18:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10: 18:50 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11: 18:50 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
Lord of the Flies
BuoOne Theatre and The Harrodian
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Golding's classic ... performed for the new millennium! Feltonfleet@TheFringe return following sell-out shows in 2005 & 2006. ***** British Theatre Guide, 2006. 'This group absolutely sparkles' broadwaybaby.com, 2006. **** ThreeWeeks, 2006. Kill the beast!
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The Lost Thing
Preview Aug 2-3: 12:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16: 12:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19: 12:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Love in (3) Parts
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Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
By Brian Friel. Mag and Joe, two young lovers, share their bliss, ignorant of what fate has in store. Brian Friel skilfully combines comedy and tragedy in this poignant story of love and disaster.
Preview Aug 4: 14:00 (55mins) £1.00 Aug 5-11: 14:00 (55mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Loving the Accordionist Room 37
lost dog theatre company
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Delve into the beautiful off-kilter world of Claire and Paul as they try to progress from first date to last love. 'Endearing, comical, quirky performance' ThreeWeeks 2005. Featuring a sparkling live soundtrack by James Dey. Preview Aug 1-3: 11:30 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16: 11:30 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19: 11:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
1941 - bombs are falling on a frozen city. A group of women are struggling to survive. Each of them holds a fragment of shared memory that will bind them together and strengthen their resolve to live. Aug 21-25: 11:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Lucid Dreams For Higher Living Future Ruins
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Love Intrigues
CP Theatre Productions Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
What do you expect when eight mythological guests come to an orgy? They pour their hearts out telling stories of the ecstasies and torments of sex and love and we learn life is more than Romeo and Juliet. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Aug 19,24-26: 17:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) Aug 20-23,27: 17:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50)
Meddlin' Productions
Shaun stumbles across something more amazing than the rarest bottle-top in his collection ...The Federal Department of Odds-and-Ends want it! What should he do? An exciting journey of self-discovery for the whole family! 'A remarkable performance' **** Scotsman. **** Herald. www.impetuouskinship.co.uk
Aug 6-11: 12:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
A funny, furious adaptation: Romeo and Juliet on Ward 212. Patients, forced into playing parts, replace swords with pillows. Beds become balconies in a physical fantasy world. Manic, marvellous mayhem. Laugh, cry, never fall in love again.
Lover's: Winners
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
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L.O.V.E. Romeo? Juliet?
Feltonfleet@TheFringe
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Watch an ordinary family man go through a live self-help video in a final attempt to end his daily torment. A striking multimedia comedy about a man, a television and a great deal of hope. Preview Aug 2-3: 16:00 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 16:00 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Manbitch
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Mr Kubik Producciones
Fluff Productions Or, 'Chicago' with knobs. All-female Fluff present a gritty insight into the world of hardened criminals.Yet this singing 'n' dancing bunch of sociopaths have one big problem: 'Iron Fist' Frank's reign of silent terror.
Imagine all the room there is in a cupboard, inside a washing machine, imagine a cubic meter ... well, he lives there! A one M³ apartment show. 'One of the revelations of the year! ... An amazing show' El Pais. Preview Aug 2-3: 15:30 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 4-8,13,15-16,20-23: 15:30 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (45mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mantra
Macbeth
Katy Wix
The American High School Theatre Festival
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
'tis strange: And oftentimes to win us to our harm, the instruments of darkness tell us truth, Win us with honest trifles, to betray's In deepest consequence.' Darkness and blood portrayed by five actors and two percussionists. Aug 6: 18:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 22:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Preview Aug 1-3: 12:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 12:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-25: 12:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50)
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Macbeth - Frantic Redhead's Walking Play Frantic Redhead Productions
Everything happens for a reason. Fearful, mournful, hopeful. A powerful and heartbreaking story about belief, loyalty and love. 'Incredible performer ...' List.
Preview Aug 2-3: 13:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 13:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Mardling the Bard: A Norfolk Twelfth Night
Frantic Redhead @ Greyfriars Kirkyard, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Main Gates • Grid Ref: E5
Spin-Off Theatre Company
'Madness and murders flood the closes of Edinburgh's Old Town in this innovative walking performance.' Independant Critics' Choice, Hot List 'A Fringe event of the best sort ... must see ... richly imaginative' ***** Scotsman. Annual sell-out. Final year!
Henderson's, 94 Hanover Street • 07980 358 942 • Grid Ref: D4
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After Spin-Off's hugely acclaimed 'Dream,' Fringe 06. This 'Twelfth Night' romps away with Shakespeare's original to bring you all your favourite lines peppered with Norfolk wit. 'Delight!' Eastern Daily Press. Aug 13-17: 16:00 (1hr) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Macbeth: Who Is That Bloodied Man?
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Mark's Gospel
Biuro Podrozy
Old College Quad, South Bridge • 0131 662 8740 • Grid Ref: E5
Lance Pierson
Known worldwide for their stunning Carmen Funebre, Fringe First winners Biuro Podrozy return with a visually captivating interpretation of 'Macbeth'. Using their trademark stilts, fire and music this is a powerhouse of energy and menace.
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Aug 5-15,18-27: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £11.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Gospel story brought to life in one hour. A powerful one-man show dramatizing the greatest life ever lived. Using a vivid, straightforward translation, actor Lance Pierson brings the story close to the audience. www.lancepierson.org Aug 12,14,16,18: 20:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50) Aug 13,15,17: 14:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50)
The Maids
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Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Mary Rose
'The Maids' is a transgendered exploration of volatility, destruction, eroticism and murder. 'Sensual, compelling, a strong cast and innovative interpretation' BoyFresh. 'Stunning, perfect performances' Diva. 'Captivating, exceptionally stunning and deeply moving' Birmingham Evening Mail. More info: www.myspace.com/fivewaysproductions
Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Five Ways Productions
Aug 13-25: 22:10 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Teatro Dei Venti
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Spectacular street theatre, music and dance from Modena, Italy: themed around the 'man and his quest for knowledge.' Featuring fire sticks, flags, stilt walkers and more ... 2006 Novi Becej Festival (Serbia) prize-winners. www.teatrodeiventi.it Aug 11: 20:00 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed)
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Man Across the Way
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Mary Stuart SEDOS
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
The story of Queen Elizabeth I and her imprisioned cousin, Mary Queen of Scots. Rivals as monarchs, politicians, women and lovers, they meet in the grounds of Fotheringhay castle. Another dynamic SEDOS production, fresh from London's fringe.
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Queen Mary Theatre Company
A dazzling, anarchic new work about surveillance, tap dancing and the new world order. From the creators of 'Shiver', 'Iz' and 'Bella and the Beautiful Knight': 'almost perfect' **** Scotsman; 'future of British theatre' **** Times.
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Aug 21-Sep 1: 15:00 (2hrs 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
The Masquerade
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 2-3: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 16:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
Barrie's classic ghost story of music, myth and magic is ideal for award-winning Alba. Domestic comedy and supernatural unease mingle, in turn containing the central episode - 'the island that likes to be visited', the vanishing of time.
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Silver Tongue Theatre
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Theatre Alba
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Malaparata
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Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Defining oneself is never easy. This darkly humourous play follows Mary as she encounters fanastic characters and bizzare situations in her attempts to discover what she is looking for. Aug 14,16,18: 12:25 (45mins) £4.00 (£2.50) Aug 20,22,24: 21:00 (45mins) £4.00 (£2.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Master and Margarita Beg
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Finds us in Moscow. Amid murders, supression and dreams, a naked woman and a tall black cat herald the arrival of the devil.Visually stunning new production of Mikhail Bulgakov's exciting, satirical story. Aug 3,13: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
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The Matrix:The Pantomime Two Shades of Blue
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Reality is an illusion ... oh no, it isn't! A 21st century pantomime featuring a ridiculous plot, martial arts, terrible puns, hot leather-clad chicks, and red and blue sweeties! What is The Matrix? See for yourself ... www.twoshadesofblue.org.uk Aug 14-19: 19:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50)
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Measure For Measure Cygnet Theatre
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
Shakespeare's morality play. In the absence of the Duke, his puritanical deputy forbids sexual pleasure - until he falls in love with a nun ... The wages of sin can be strangely exciting. Elizabethan ideas - contemporary resonances. Aug 14,16,18,20,22,24: 16:10 (1hr 40mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Mehndi Night
Mulberry Theatre Company
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
You are cordially invited to a Bangladeshi mehndi party, to bless Nilufa Begum's wedding. Samosas, chai and long-forgotten secrets will be served. An extraordinary collaboration between award-winning playwright Fin Kennedy and girls from Mulberry School, E1. Preview Aug 2-4: 12:10 (35mins) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 6-11: 12:10 (35mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Melancholia
Latino Theater Company
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
East LA: a young marine returns home from Iraq. Before taking his last breath, Mario's life flashes before his eyes. His only companions, two imaginary friends. A Chicano anti-war play from the United States. Aug 14-19,21-26: 15:20 (1hr) £7.00 (£4.00) (£3.00)
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Merrick (Tales of the Elephant Man) The Beacon
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
The Elephant Man. Images are conjured: pain, suffering, degradation. But also hope, humour and courage. Drama and music combine, exploring the myths, facts and fiction surrounding this unfortunate. 'A performance of tears and joy' audience member, 2006.
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The Midnight Carousel C presents
C central, Carlton Hotel, North Bridge • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: D5
Abandon yourself to an everchanging seductive feast of comic cabaret and beguiling burlesque delights. Hosted by devilishly decadent diva Marysia and followed by Festival piano bar until late. Dress to beguile, dance til dawn. www.the-establishment.net Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 00:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 00:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 00:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Midsummer Night's Dream The Pantaloons
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, East Gate, 7a Inverleith Row • 0131 552 7171 • Grid Ref: A2
Midsummer night. An enchanted forest. Bottom and his friends enact a hilarious tale of goblins, lovers, and magical mayhem. All ages will enjoy this contemporary twist on Shakespeare. Free (donations). 'Excellent' ***** ThreeWeeks. www.thepantaloons.co.uk Aug 11-19: 14:30 (2hrs) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Midsummernights Tree - 2007
MZA in association with More Promotions & Pleasance Dean Gardens, Eton Terrace, Off Dean Bridge • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: D2
New acts! Another magical experience! 2006's smash-hit leaf-canopied circus fantasy returns at sunset. Unforgettably sensuous outdoor cabaret with music and fire beneath the stars. For lovers of world-class acrobatics, dreamers and romantics of all ages. Sold-out 2006!
Preview Aug 3-4: 21:15 (1hr) £7.50 Aug 5: 21:15 (1hr) £7.50 Aug 7-9: 21:15 (1hr) £11.00 (£8.50) (£35.00 F) Aug 10-11: 21:15 (1hr) £12.50 (£10.00) (£35.00 F) Aug 12: 21:15 (1hr) £11.00 (£8.50) (£35.00 F) Aug 14-16,19: 21:00 (1hr) £11.00 (£8.50) (£35.00 F) Aug 17-18: 21:00 (1hr) £12.50 (£10.00) (£35.00 F) Aug 21-23,27: 20:30 (1hr) £11.00 (£8.50) (£35.00 F) Aug 24-26: 20:30 (1hr) £12.50 (£10.00) (£35.00 F) All tickets purchased on the gate cost an extra £2.50. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Mile End Analogue
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Cinematic, explosive and haunting. Analogue take the audience on a devastating journey, inspired by the real life 2002 story of a man who pushed a commuter in front of a tube train during the rush hour. www.analogueproductions.co.uk
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Minutes to Midnight Dislocated Productions
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
see page 215 for show information
The doomsday clock has finally struck midnight ... When the dust from the nuclear arms race settles, only one place is left - surely the fate of humanity can't rest in the hands of these, these ...
Preview Aug 2-3: 14:50 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 14:50 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:50 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Miracle In Rwanda Leslie Lewis Sword
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Could you forgive your entire family's killers? Immaculée Ilibagiza did. This riveting one-woman drama shows how faith in God led to peace amidst a holocaust. Leslie Lewis Sword brilliantly plays every character in this uplifting true story.
Preview Aug 4: 15:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:00 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,21-23,27: 15:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Miracles
Go4It Youth Theatre in association with Theatre Objectiv Scottish Storytelling Centre,The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street • 0131 556 9579 • Grid Ref: D6
Warning: miracles can seriously improve your health and happiness. Whether you dream of them, pray for them, or deny them, miracles do happen. Trust us. Spiritual discombobulation guaranteed! Aug 6-11: 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Missing Link - The Lost Valley of the Troglodytes Yorick & Co (FestSpielHaus - Munich)
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
In a dramatic accident, an unknown Bavarian valley inhabited by a tribe of troglodytes is discovered. The modern world tries to exploit its treasures, but with refreshing brutality, the troglodytes fight back. Aug 9-12: 15:00 (1hr 5mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Miss Julie
UNFIT PRODUCTIONS present
Birmingham-Southern College Theatre (Alabama)
Escape Routes
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Privilege and post-modern paralysis prevail in this new adaptation of Strindberg's classic. Relocated to the contemporary American Deep South, it bears witness to fresh desperation. Gender and social division penetrate the establishment in this bleak encounter. Aug 3: 17:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10: 17:15 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11: 17:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
Men – one of life’s little obstacles.
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Sex, ambition, obsession and murder are all on the menu tonight.
Venue 260 @ Jurys Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street Box Office Tel:0131 556 0476 Aug 13 – 18 15:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 20 – 25 19:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00)
Queen Mary Theatre Company Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
The internet makes finding someone to love easy. Leaving someone you love is still difficult. Monica is an MP3 mixtape from 2006, carbon-dated by netspeak, eyeliner and myspace haircuts. But the tracks are timeless: mischief, obsession, betrayal and loss.
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Monica
Aug 14,16,18: 11:35 (45mins) £4.00 (£2.50) Aug 20,22,24: 20:00 (45mins) £4.00 (£2.50)
“Accomplished…comedy & genuine intrigue”?
Three women make a break for freedom. Black comedy where ‘Talking Heads’ meets some very ‘Bad Girls’ indeed.
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By Helen Shay
see page 188 for show information
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Monkey 101
Firefly Productions Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
'Monkey 101' drags Ken Keyes' 100th Monkey Theory into the 21st century. Come and cleanse your spiritual yams. It's a monkey thing. From the creators of 'G-City Monologues' (**** '05) and 'Budapest Kiseret' (**** '06). Light lunch included. Aug 12-25: 13:05 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Monkey Boy Saves the Planet The American High School Theatre Festival
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Pontificating presidents, sexy spies, and global monkey mania collide in this uproarious political action comedy by Kevin Holladay. Will anyone survive the full-cast fist fight at the play's unbelievable conclusion? Find out for yourself! Aug 6,10: 12:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7: 16:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 18:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Monky Business
Hallyracket Productions Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
'The biggest laugh you'll have in a cassock' Aberdeen Evening Express. The brothers of St Bernard's are in a jam. Their monastery will become a casino unless they can raise cash. Join their musical radiothon with songs including 'Celibacy' and 'Mohair Rag.' Aug 22-24: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Monsters Double Edge
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
see page 170 for show information
Behind the closeted doors of the 'perfect' American family, something is stirring. With the arrival of an old family member, relationships begin to crumble. Prejudice and selfabsorption can no longer repress the monsters that break loose. Preview Aug 2-3: 11:15 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16: 11:15 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-18: 11:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Mouse
Paul Trussell and Underbelly Productions Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A quiet man's epic battle against a brutal nemesis to win the heart of the woman who sits between the mailroom and the disabled toilet ... whom he fancies. Sex, suicide and stationery in a dark comedy by Paul Trussell.
Preview Aug 2-3: 15:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 15:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Next Best Thing
Much Ado About Nothing
Hull Truck Theatre Company in association with Kingswood College of Arts
Illyria
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Love, laughter and practical jokes abound when soldiers come home from war. But when one joke goes too far, revenge can be murderous ... 'Fabulously executed comic scenes' Sunday Times. ***** ThreeWeeks. ***** Scotsman. Aug 22-25: 19:30 (2hrs) £12.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Mutton
Aug 3: 18:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10: 18:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11: 18:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
They're back! One-hit-wonders 'Chix' give fame another shot ... only now they're thrusting forty-somethings. Biting comedy from the makers of sell-out hit 'Babooshka.' 'Henshall is genius' Steffi Abott, Daily Mail. 'Very funny, fantastic cast' Karen Rosie, BBC. Drinks and nibbles! www.liberatedtheatre.com
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Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
By Bernard-Marie Koltes. Alone on the streets of France, a young man searches for a room. Government, sexuality and death become interwoven through streams of free association, creating a collage of anti-romantic desperation. Aug 9-10: 10:00 (45mins) £4.00 Aug 11: 10:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 12,14-19: 15:45 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
Marvin's friends have gone mental! Devoid of moral decency, they have become the ultimate thrill seekers! Someone will get hurt and Marvin is powerless to stop them ... A hilariously provocative tale of sex, violence and biscuits. www.horizon-arts.co.uk
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Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
The collection of short scenes begin with Lucifer being thrown from Heaven and ends with the birth of Christ. Audience members can interact with the ensemble whilst being surrounded by sheep, horses and the stars. Aug 20,22,24,26: 16:40 (1hr 40mins) £8.00 (£6.50)
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Park Ravine Productions
In a wheelchair since birth, nothing confines this witty Brit's spirit. Sometimes through tears, her story is an empowering, humorous, one-of-a-kind take on life, love and lingerie - with a little disability thrown in. www.rollingwithlaughter.com Aug 1-3: 18:15 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 4-9,15-16,22-23,27: 18:15 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Neil Brand - The Silent Pianist Speaks Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live
Writer and 'doyen of silent film pianists,' (Radio 4), hilariously reveals the secrets of his unique profession and accompanies rare clips from the very best of silent cinema. Terrific entertainment for all ages.
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New Theatre from the Jewish Diaspora
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Night Time
A restless thriller that blends classic noir with sophisticated theatre. Chris, half-in and half-out of an abusive marriage, steps into the uncertain night simmering with danger and possibilities which could change everything. Preview Aug 1: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 2,7,11,16,22: 21:00 (1hr 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 3,8,12: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 4,9: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 5,10: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 14,19,25: 16:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 15,21,26: 18:30 (1hr 30mins) Aug 17,23: 11:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 18,24: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) World premiere •
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
'Gimpel the Fool': inspired by IB Singer¹s classic story. 'While You Were Away': daring dreams in Jewish North London while friends travel the world. 'S'Brent': three dynamic monologues from master Yiddish storyteller Sholem Aleykhem. Programme changes weekly.
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Nijinsky
Teatr Jaracza Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Story of the world's greatest dancer's descent from brilliance to madness, revealing the complexity of Nijinsky's professional and emotional world. Touching performance in English by Poland's top young actor and dancer. First Prize at the 2007 St Petersburg International Festival. Preview Aug 2-4: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-14,16,20-21,27: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Nijinsky's Last Dance Workshop Theatre Group
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Winner of Washington DC's prestigious Helen Hayes Award for 'Outstanding New Play.' A one-man tour-de-force that delves into the psyche of dance legend,Vaslav Nijinsky. A passionate telling of the rise and fall of a genius. Preview Aug 3-4: 15:10 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 15:10 (1hr 5mins) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
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Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Aug 3,13,20,27: 15:45 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
Aug 22-27: 15:45 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 (£3.50)
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Natasha Wood: Rolling with Laughter
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Jessie calmly announces to her mother that she intends to kill herself. Introspective and penetrating, this play examines life after deciding to die ... 'Whenever I've had enough, it's my stop. I've had enough.'
Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, Forrest Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
Italia Conti Academy
Preview Aug 1-3: 17:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.00)
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Traverse Theatre Company
Mystery plays
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Rebel Players
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
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'Night, Mother
Horizon Arts
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CalArts Festival Theater
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My Filthy Hunt
Preview Aug 3-4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00) Aug 5-27: 16:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Night Just Before The Forests
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
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Perceptive and touching new comedy by John Godber. We cannot all be famous for fifteen minutes. In an age obsessed with celebrity, how does it affect our children? Everyone dreams, but what's wrong with just being you?
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Liberated Theatre
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,20-23: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
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The Nina Variations Rams2Scotland
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Experimental Chekhov. Ensemble approach to intimate moments, as 4 Treplevs and 11 Ninas explore the kaleidoscopic potential - from heartfelt to silly to sublime - of their star-crossed relationship; 42 quick versions of their final scene from 'The Seagull.' Aug 6-11: 15:05 (1hr 20mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Mick Perrin for Just For Laughs Live presents
Neil Brand The Silent Pianist Speaks
Nocioception Eternus Rebellus
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Bordering S&M and experimental theatre, combining performance and film on the simplicities and complexities of a relationship. Domme Sadie finds love only to find herself a slave. Explicit, macabre, aesthetic; based on a mistress' true diaries. Preview Aug 3-4: 22:15 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 Aug 5-12,14-18: 22:15 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Noel Coward, A Tribute To The Man And His Music Auditioncall.com
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Edinburgh Fringe Award-winning sell-out show returns to the genteel drawing room at Riddles Court. 'Unique, cool, sophisticated ... fresh and contemporary' Edinburgh Guide. 'Leaves one wanting more' ThreeWeeks. 'Unmissable' Scots Gay. Aug 13-18,20-25: 15:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Normal
Off The Road Theatre understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Is he a monster? Or normal? What separates us from him. Based on the trial of a real life serial killer, this play forces us to confront our own potential for murderous violence.
5.30PM 1-27 AUGUST
Preview Aug 3-4: 00:15 (55mins) £4.00 (£3.00) (£2.00 U) Aug 5-11: 00:15 (55mins) £6.00 (£4.50) (£3.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
www.pleasance.co.uk/edinburgh
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KING DOME PLEASANCE DOME 0131 556 6550
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0131 226 0000 www.edfringe.com
see page 210 for show information
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5 Aug 18: 17:30 (50mins) £4.00 (£3.00) (£2.00 U) Aug 20-25: 12:05 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.50) (£3.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Not For Sale
Freefall Theatre (with CHASTE) Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Eleven years after the testimonies of apartheid perpetrators and victims were heard at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the stories of the South African interpreters are told in
‘..one of the most important theatrical events of our time’ The Writing Studio
Assembly in association with UK Arts International and Belfast Festival at Queen’s, presents The Colonnades Theatre Lab/Market Theatre production of
How are people stolen from themselves, bit by bit? Fusing movement, image and text, Freefall's dynamic new production delves into the brutal world of sex trafficking. Come and hear the faceless victims' voice. They're screaming. Aug 6-10,14-17,20-24: 14:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
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The Nothinglefttolose Theatre Du Risorius
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
What remains when we have nothing left? Our dreams? Zany, caustic humour and live rock'n'roll. Join two homeless men as they embark on a magical imaginary journey into themselves. Are you prepared to lose your bearings? www.risorius.fr Aug 5-27: 17:05 (50mins) £7.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Not in My Name! - The Trial of Niccolo Machiavelli. Portrait Productions
The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Michael McEvoy's terrific one-man-play asks: should Machiavelli be held accountable for 'machiavellian' leaders like Bush? 'A heartrending indictment' Dawn. (Scotsman on McEvoy's 'Shakespeare': 'Intriguing.' 'Orwell:' 'Fascinating.' 'Van Gogh': 'Brilliant.') Preview Aug 2-4: 14:10 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:10 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 14:10 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A NUMBER
Framework Productions Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
2pm 2-27 August (not 13 & 20 Aug) see page 232 for show information
A hospital discovers the secret records of 20 identical human clones, sparking a bloody battle between rival siblings. Caryl Churchill's Oedipal thriller explores both the dark side of genetic engineering and the primal conflicts of fathers and sons. Aug 2-19: 17:40 (51mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Odd&Abandoned
Post Potato Theatre Company
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
In the dark, dusty basement of a tall, tall building live three little clerks. One day the arrival of an unexpected pair of shoes forces them to venture outside ... Fuses physical theatre, text, puppetry and circus skills. www.postpotato.co.uk Preview Aug 4: 12:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,14-16,20-23: 12:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) World premiere •
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The Odd Couple
Innovation Theatre Company
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
There's a new odd couple in town. One's a slob, the other's house proud. Will the weekly game ever be the same again? A memorable comic experience in this hilarious female version of Neil Simon's hit comedy. Aug 20-25: 16:15 (1hr 25mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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see page 178 for show information
The Odd Couple:The Female Version SEDOS
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
A remixed comedy classic - and this time the girls have their say! Fast-paced and poignant, Neil Simon revisits friendship taken to the limits. Another dynamic SEDOS production, fresh from London's Fringe. Aug 13-18: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Odyssey
Livewire Theatre Company Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Ashes on the wind. Troy burns. Hector dead. Achilles dead. Odysseus lives. He was everyman, no-man.A king, long in the coming, worth the wait. 'Iliad' ... 2005/6 acclaimed sell-out. 'Absolute highlight of festival' British Theatre Review. 'Perfect' Daily Mail.
Preview Aug 6-7: 08:10 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 (£5.00) Aug 8-11: 08:10 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 13-18: 08:20 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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ODYSSEY
Offensive Shadows & Castle Theatre Company
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
A bittersweet tale of twin brothers whose family bonds are wrenched apart by betrayal. Following the success of 'Young Macbeth', ***** reviews 2006, a compelling new play combining dark satire and explosive physical theatre. Preview Aug 2-4: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 Aug 6-11,13-18: 20:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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OLEANNA, by David Mamet Muckle Roe Productions
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Oleanna is Mamet's Molotov cocktail at the political correctness brawl - a provocative exploration of language, gesture and guilt. More than a power struggle: it is the disturbing reflection of who we have become.
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Demarco Rocket Productions: Pipin Theatre Company
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Told through the character Chief Bromden, this visually physical adaptation of Wasserman's play questions the staunch authority of a mental institution, personified within the character of Miss Ratched, which destroys the patients' free will. Preview Aug 6: 13:25 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 7-11: 13:25 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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One-Man Star Wars Trilogy Underbelly Productions
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Total sell-out 2006!! Charles Ross returns to play all the characters, sing the music, fight the battles and condense the plots into just 60 'Lucas loving' minutes.
Preview Aug 2-3: 20:25 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 20:25 (1hr) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 20:25 (1hr) £14.50 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The One TreE/The One Sea
Our Country's Good
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
Two shows, alternating throughout the Festival, celebrating friendship, renewal and the natural world. Adapted from books by David Pierce Hughes - a resonant mix of story, projections, soundscapes and puppetry to delight all children.
Powerfully emotive and highly amusing: Wertenbaker's text recreates Britain's first Australian colony where the Governor decrees that theatre will help convicts overcome antisocial instincts. A talented young cast conveys the brutal authority and the inspirational underclass.
Atomic80 Productions
I. S. Players
Aug 2-9,13-16,20-22,27: 11:00 (40mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 11:00 (40mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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On Wonderland
Our Trebor Mint Feeling
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Kandinsky
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The Packed Lunch C presents
Daily diet of highlights from across Edinburgh Festivals. Start your day with a feast of five hot picks including music, drama and musicals.Your Festival five-a-day all in one mouthwatering bite. www.the-establishment.net
Unia Teatr Niemozliwy (Poland) C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Quintessential collection of five parables from the Old Testament, interpreted by prolific Professor Leszek Kolakowski, probably the world's finest contemporary interpretative philosopher. Each episode is evocatively prefaced and narrated through music courtesy of a live pianist.
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The Ordinaries ... in an awkward silence
Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 13:30 (1hr) £4.50 (£3.50) (£2.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 13:30 (1hr) £5.50 (£4.50) (£3.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 13:30 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Painkillers
Fifth Word Theatre
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Two women, one room and a breathtaking use of projected imagery, Award-winning writer Paul Buie delves into the psyche of women who kill. With moving flashbacks the audience is asked to question what really is the truth?
The River People
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
A grotesque family, dancing spoons, a desperate competition to be normal and a secret dark that creeps from behind the sofa into little girl Sarah ... who starts to disappear. Aug 2-4,6-11,13-18,20-25: 18:00 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Aug 19-27: 21:00 (30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
C baraka, Infirmary Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Options of Life
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'Our Trebor Mint Feeling' is an eclectic mix of small physical theatre and choral drama. It could be about drugs, relationships, elusive 'men' or feelings. Feelings you cannot describe. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Aug 1,3,13: 11:10 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 5,7,9,15,17: 11:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11: 11:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Atom Theatre
Follow a young girl who suffers from Alice in Wonderland Syndrome as she attempts to learn to trust her world with her own eyes. A new play from the team behind 'Enola' and 'Radio': ***** Independent, **** Guardian/Scotsman. Preview Aug 2-3: 17:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 17:10 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:10 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00)
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The Panel Panel
The Original Edinburgh literary Pub Tour
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
Scottish Literary Tour Trust
Beehive Inn, 18 Grassmarket • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
A brilliant introduction to literary Edinburgh! Well-established cultural gem and highly entertaining ... Hilarious dual of wits by professional actors across 300 years of great Scottish writing - from Burns and Stevenson to Scott and Rankin! www.edinburghliterarypubtour.co.uk Jul 29-Sep 1: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£9.00) (£6.00 S)
Round-table rumbles revisited.You've seen the shows, now argue the toss. Join top writers, directors and journalists for sparkling debate over the shows/themes everyone's talking about. Come on down - get what's on your mind off your chest. Aug 13-15: 22:00 (1hr) (Free Ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Pass It On
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Angels and Virgins Theatre Company
Orpheus Ex Machina
Angels and Virgins Theatre Company question why society left us with such monumental political cock-ups. Putting ordinary lives under the microscope, this tense satirical drama asks why the shit is still being passed on? www.geocities.com/angelsandvirginstheatre
Is This Theatre
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
In the right circumstances, the internet can swallow you whole. A divinely gifted woman whose weblog inspires a nation faces inner darkness to bring back her dead husband. See www.myspace.com/isthistheatre.com. Aug 13-18: 17:20 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Spotlites Theatre Company C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
'Chaos is come again.' Raw and emotional experience featuring contemporary dance and a rock soundtrack including Slipknot and Rolling Stones. Inspired by Artaud's 'Theatre of Cruelty.' 'Vigorous and memorable ... left a powerful image. I woke up still thinking about it' Open University. www.spotlites.co.uk
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Aug 20-27: 20:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Pericles
Siege Perilous
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Othello
Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 22:30 (2hrs) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:30 (2hrs) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 22:30 (2hrs) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Join Shakespeare's time-travelling prince on his fantastical voyages energetically and movingly expressed with pulsating music, slick dance moves, one brothel and a gameshow! A sensory experience. Bad child? Worse father? You decide. 'My kind of Shakespeare', Stage. www.siegeperilous.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £4.00 Aug 5-18: 14:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£5.00) Aug 19-27: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Phædre
Offstage Theatre C at Craigmillar Castle, Craigmillar Castle Road (Meet at C,Venue 34 for free bus transfer) • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: G6
Haunting new site-specific production of Racine's classic. A tale of unrequited lust and revenge leads you through the spectacular ruins of Craigmillar Castle. An exceptional theatrical experience. Following Offstage Theatre's phenomenal 'Home' (**** Time Out). 'Unique' Channel 4. 'Enterprising' Times. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 18:00 (2hrs) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:00 (2hrs) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:00 (2hrs) £10.50 (£9.50) Free bus transfer to Craigmillar Castle departs from main C venue at Chambers Street at 18.00 and returns by 20.00 approximately. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Pharmacist Directions Theatre
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
A surreal look at pain. One day, one pharmacist, many customers. Hypochondriacs, addicts, new-age, neurotic. All linked by their suffering and the one woman who may offer relief. Always read the label - don't take on an empty stomach. Aug 13-27: 16:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Physicists
3BUGS Fringe Theatre Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Justice is on holiday; Einstein and Newton, trapped in a madhouse, must assist one JW Möbius in his quest to keep hidden his dangerous discovery. Disguise, deception and confusion result in 'unfortunate' murders in this exhilarating dark comedy. Preview Aug 2-4: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-19: 17:00 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Piaf
Italia Conti Academy Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
A tale of French singer Edith Piaf by Pam Gems. The Parisian underclass is stylistically transposed into cockney London, detailing Piaf's love affairs, passion for singing and the darker areas of her life. Aug 21,23,25,27: 16:40 (1hr 40mins) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Assembly and Riverside Studios present
‘An extraordinary and immensely moving book.’ Stephen Fry
‘Gripping and poignant’ Daily Mail
PICASSO & ME
Mike Maran Productions Valvona & Crolla, 19 Elm Row • 0131 556 7800 • Grid Ref: B6
Aug 3,6-7,14,20,22: 20:00 (1hr 25mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 4-5,8-11,13,15,24-26: 13:00 (1hr 25mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 16,18,21: 18:00 (1hr 25mins) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Picture Of Dorian Gray Theatre Underground: Scotland
written and directed by Malcolm McKay adapted from Forgotten Voices of the Great War by Max Arthur
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
'How sad that I shall grow old. If only it were the other way - I remain young, and the picture grow old. For that I would give everything. I would give my soul!' On Scottish tour. Aug 6-11: 15:10 (1hr 40mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 20-25: 13:10 (1hr 40mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A new play about fathers and sons with music by Karen Wimhurst, directed by Patrick Sandford. Inspired by the genius of Picasso, Mike Maran crams his huge heart into another tour de force about estrangement and reconciliation.
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The Pilgrimage Turrets Youth Theatre
Based on oral testimonies from the Sound Archive of the Imperial War Museum
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
A lyrical play with a hard-hitting and relevant message. Physical theatre, powerful performances and a timeless tale of the cycle of conflict delivered with searing honesty and simplicity. 'Youth Theatre at its best ... Devastating' Broadway Baby 2006. Aug 6-11: 13:10 (45mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Pit
Arches Theatre Company Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
You are invited to a special meal: deep in America's rumbling stomach. 'Pit' depicts one woman's dark journey to the bottom of the food chain. Sell-out at Arches Live! 2006; **** 'unforgettable' Scotsman; **** 'dark, twisting comedy' Herald.
Preview Aug 2: 18:45 (1hr) £10.00 (£5.00) Aug 3: 21:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4: 12:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 5: 14:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 7,12: 16:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 8: 18:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 9: 20:45 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 10: 12:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 11: 14:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 14: 19:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 15,26: 21:15 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 16,22: 11:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 17,23: 13:45 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 18,24: 16:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 19,25: 19:00 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 21: 21:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Pitch Palpable Hits
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
A Hollywood blockbuster complete with exotic locations, A-list cast, and Dolby soundtrack all bursting out of one actor. 'A tour de force ... a sell out hit of this year's Comedy Festival' Age. 'A one man blockbuster ...' Melbourne Stage. Preview Aug 2-4: 14:10 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,21-22,27: 14:10 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 14:10 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Planting the Dunk Botanic Gardens bigTOE Productions
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
One man's struggle to plant an edible Eden - an Eden's struggle to survive Mankind. Mark O'Connor, Australia's Olympic Poet, provides a tour-de-force for David Malikoff and Olivier award-winning director, Emil Wolk. Jeez!
Preview Aug 6-7: 11:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 8-11,20-25: 11:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 13-18: 20:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Playing Burton
Guy Masterson - TTI and Josh Richards Productions Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Guy Masterson (Burton's nephew) directs the original. 'With a mountain-shattering presence Josh Richards ('Rosebud') becomes Richard Burton in an exceptionally powerful and darkly haunting performance. Faultless, riveting, brilliantly charismatic, peerless' Scotsman. 'Deliriously literate!' Mary Jenkins, Daily Mail.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 18:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 18:30 (1hr) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Playing God
Deafinitely Theatre Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
Deaf happily married family man John finds his life turned upside-down when an audiologist and his wife move into the area. His marriage is thrown into turmoil with lifelong consequences for his deaf child Ruby. Aug 13-18: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Playing Life
Deep Impact Theatre Co. Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Louise lives for jazz. Tonight she gives us a devastating account of her stolen childhood and reveals to us why she is late for the show. 'Playing Life' combines live jazz with compelling drama. Aug 13-26: 20:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Play on Words
Presumption
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Theatre Workshop, 34 Hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid Ref: B2
8, 13 & 18 across: Pun (4,2,5). Beckettian calamity and Stoppardian wit combine in this theatrical battle between surreal tragi-comedy, knockabout farce and dried fruits. Double entendre for the price of one! Cameron Mackintosh New Writing Award-winner.
A show about love. Not romantic, thrill-of-passion love, but everyday, will-you-be-inlater, what-shall-we-have-for-dinner love. '***** devised theatre at its best' MusicOMH.com. Part of the British Council Edinburgh Showcase. www.thirdangel.co.uk
Three's Company
Third Angel
Aug 3,13,20,27: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 21:00 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Hot spoken word artists from two continents bringing truth to the mic. London's JoePazzi and LA's Down Home come together to deliver the freshest voices in today's poetry scene. Wanna know more? myspace.com/poejazzi or myspace.com/ eamato. Peace. Aug 14-26: 21:15 (1hr 20mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Polly Deluxe presents a scrumptious carnival of song and dance celebrating international superstar Polly Deluxe, featuring a live appearance by Polly Deluxe what do you mean you've never heard of me?
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Brat Productions
Assembly @ St George's West, 58 Shandwick Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E2
Direct from PS122, NYC, one multi-award winning performer spins a two-handed tale about the grunge scene right before the mainstream hijack. A unique counterculture rock and roll fantasy. 'Insightful portrait ... raw edge' Playbill. Preview Aug 3: 13:20 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 4-5,7-9,13-16,21-22,27: 13:20 (1hr 20mins) £11.00 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 13:20 (1hr 20mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Godfrey Bishop has the best job in the world and it's doing his head in. Danny King's ('Thieves Like Us') deft adaptation of his comic novel starring Gary Beadle ('Eastenders'). Provocative new comedy about Godfrey's escapades while working on Bling! Magazine. Aug 1-3,20,27: 22:45 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 22:45 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 22:45 (1hr 5mins) £10.50 (£9.50)
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Gilded Balloon Productions
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Somewhere between dreams and nightmares, sleep and insomnia, lies this perverse porthole. Darkly poetic and Dali-esque, this hilarious show is built of tiny, intricate, mindbogglingly clever scenes and fabulously nonsensical musical numbers.
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Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Postscript returns to Diverse Attractions for its 8th year. Mon/Wed/Fri - Rehearsed readings of new work by local writers. Tues/Thurs/Sat - 2 actors, 8 plays of 10 minutes. New writing exploring the diverse world of relationships.
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This world-renowned play returns home to Edinburgh for the first time since author Muriel Spark and Oscar-nominated playwright Jay Presson Allen both passed away within days of each other last spring. www.missjeanbrodie.co.uk Aug 13-18,20-25: 20:40 (1hr 40mins) £8.00 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Prints of Denmark
Mixed Company Productions Satirical comedy about religion and political correctness in multi-cultural Britain. The play centres on reaction to the Danish cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad and attempts to separate farcical reality from our world of spin and taboo. www.sharprelieffilms.com/prints
Preview Aug 2: 19:45 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 3-19: 19:45 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
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Prison?
In 1995 I was sent to prison for 16 months. This one-man play shines a light on my journey through incarceration. Told as a monologue using puppets, masks and physical theatre to question prison. Developed by BAC and Quakers. www.myspace.com/charliepatrickryder Aug 19-27: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Prisoner
Aireborn Theatre Company Exploring the problems of artistic freedom within a totalitarian regime, this play offers an interrogation of personal relationships and torture in times of social disintegration. Tobias, a composer finds himself incarcerated, charged with writing 'subversive' music.
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Diverse Attractions
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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
Scamp Theatre and Bristol Old Vic
Postscript
Aug 20-25: 19:15 (1hr 30mins) £5.00
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Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A Porthole Into the Minds of the Vanquished
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understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Have A Word Productions
Preview Aug 3-4: 17:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 17:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Charlie Ryder
The Pornographer Diaries
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Aug 13-18: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Popsicle Departure 1989
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A bitter-sweet Hebridean comedy by Millie Gray. Set on the island of Herrig, 'A Prickly Affair' explores the personal agendas surrounding the local hedgehog cull. Jealousy, fear, suppressed passion and asylum-seeking hedgehogs!
Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Something Else
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Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
First Stop Theatre Company
The Polly Deluxe Story - It's All About Me
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Chameleon Theatre Company
Down Home
Aug 13,27: 21:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 15,17,21,23: 21:20 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 19,25: 21:20 (50mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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A Prickly Affair
PoeJazzi
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Aug 20-25: 11:45 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£7.00)
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A young WW1 soldier awaits the firing squad at dawn and looks back over his short but joyful past. 'The horrors of war and joyfulness of life are bound up together in this magnificent show' ***** Scotman. Preview Aug 3-4: 14:55 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-14,16,20-23: 14:55 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-27: 14:55 (1hr 10mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
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Prodigal Daughter Women of Asia
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Travel home to Korea with Mina in this intimate tale of terrible truths and uncovered secrets. At her father's funeral, she faces the fresh reality of her family in this comedic and charismatic production. 'Evocative, striking, beautiful - a jewel' Age, Melbourne. Aug 1-3,20,27: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Proof
The American High School Theatre Festival Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Following the death of her father, Catherine deals with her own volatile emotions as well as the intentions of her father's student. A romance and the discovery of a notebook draw Catherine into the most difficult problem of all! Aug 7: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8,11: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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The Psychic Detective (and those disappeared) benchtours Productions Ltd
E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Step inside our theatre truck. Transport yourself into the film noir world of the 'Psychic Detective.' He seeks the lost, but will he lose himself? New play by benchtours, critically acclaimed Scottish touring company. Aug 8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 17:00 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:00 (1hr) £12.00 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 193, 190 for show information
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Punch & Judy Redux Dissentertainment
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Punch is alive and kicking (and whacking) his way through life's adventures. Performed with masks, this modern take on an old tale leads you in a comic waltz into the dark corners of the puppet box. Preview Aug 1-3: 11:50 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23,27: 12:40 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:40 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Queen Bess
Big Clock Productions C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Britain is on its knees! Comedy capers and domestic disaster ensue as the population spirals out of control. It falls to a factory workforce, disguised as Queen Elizabeth II, to try to save our once great nation. 'Compelling' BBC Oxford. Aug 3,20,27: 14:45 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:45 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:45 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Quest for the Devine Bottle
Babolin Theatre in association with Gomito Productions Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Two mighty giants' epic search for the truth ends right here. 'Hilarious' ***** ThreeWeeks. 'A crisply written play' **** Scotsman (for 'The Night Before Larry Was Stretched' 2006). Set stories free. www.gomito.co.uk Aug 13-18: 14:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A Quiet War
Potlatch Theatre Company understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 • Grid Ref: E1
A refugee risks losing everything: his life, family, culture, identity. This piece is an examination of displacement and desolation using diverse styles of theatre to create a visceral and moving story of loss and, ultimately, hope. www.potlatchtheatre.com Preview Aug 4: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 (£3.00) Aug 6,8,10,12,14,16,18: 16:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
see page 180 for show information
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The Racket
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The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Blues Brothers Banned The Blues are back in town. Rhythm, soul and ska slip back to Scotland after their 2006 sell-out season. www.bluesbrothersbanned.co.uk
Living for Today Productions If you saw innocent people slaughtered, your lover shot dead, your son and daughter killed - what would you do? A tale of two men, one beautiful idealist and a savage war. 'Tremendous' David de Keyser. Preview Aug 3-4: 17:15 (1hr 30mins) £4.50 Aug 5-27: 17:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Cinders’ days were spent dreaming of a world beyond the kitchen sink – until she discovered that life as a princess could be a perfect fit!
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Chaucer's rude wit and playful rhymes come to life as a lyrical battle, featuring the Miller, the Pardoner and the Wife of Bath. Gripping, hilarious, and surprisingly true to the original. 'Truly awe-inspiring ...' ***** Scotsman. Preview Aug 3-4: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 5: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 6-26: 20:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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RASH
Jenni Wolfson Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
What if your dream job could kill you? Fresh from a sold-out New York run, a Scottish woman's journey as a UN human rights worker, living and loving under fire in post-genocide Rwanda. Heartbreaking, humorous and hopeful.
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ravenhill For Breakfast Paines Plough
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Mark Ravenhill's Daily Special: a bite-sized premiere for each day of the Fringe. Freshly rehearsed with a sizzling cast, accompanied by the aroma of coffee and bacon butties. Treat your tastebuds to a new sensation every day. Aug 7-12,15-19,21-26: 09:30 (30mins) £7.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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RawUs? 2000 years of Selling the Big Guy.
RawUs?
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
'All you need is love.' Are you sure? Six members of a family, living on the edge of marginalisation, in their purest state, look to realise themselves, trying to grasp the last spark of clarity. www.rawus.free.fr
Preview Aug 3-4: 16:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 16:30 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Raz-Mataz Razzle Dazzle Assembly presents a WYRD and Necessary Angel production by Rick Miller and Daniel Brooks.
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Performed by Rick Miller
Aug 3,13,20,27: 00:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 00:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 00:00 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
Rock'n'roll swaggering, post-punk posturing, ice caps melting and a celebration of all the living left to do. Oxford University's Experimental Theatre Company and Ruskin School of Art dare you to throw yourself off that velour lounger and into the shiznit.
(“MacHomer“)
Directed by Daniel Brooks Designed by Beth Kates and Ben Chaisson
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The Real Inspector Hound
“Virtuoso performing and staging! Don’t miss this.”
Rattlesnake! Theatre Company
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Tom Stoppard's insightful classic. Two theatre critics review the typical 'whodunit' murder mystery. The plot takes an intriguing turn when they are immersed in the action as one critic answers an on-stage telephone.
- Variety
20.45 (22.00) August 2-27 (not 7 and 14) www.BiggerThanJ.com
see page 176 for show information 218
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Aug 12,18,26: 11:05 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 14,16,22,24: 11:05 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 20: 11:05 (1hr 10mins) £6.50 (£5.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Reckless
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
A snowy Christmas eve finds Rachel in a life-changing conversation with her husband that leads her on an unexpected journey through snow and therapy. A delightful, brilliant piece of writing.You'll laugh at all the wrong bits. Aug 17,19: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 22:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Reckless
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
On Christmas Eve, Rachel's husband informs her that he has hired a hitman to kill her. Through a series of picaresque escapades, she ponders whether the world is a vast conspiracy designed to systematically undermine her sanity. Aug 7: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
Aug 8: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Recreations
Eartrumpet Productions Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Four friends and a weekend of alcoholic, artistic and sexual excess. Martofliak's wife isn't keen. Neither is the KGB nor the Mafia, but vodka's quite good for paranoia. From Ukraine's leading contemporary writer. Aug 20-27: 14:00 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Red
Demarco Rocket Productions:Trident Theatre Company Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
'Red' follows various people's voices and experiences of a small town as they are forced to come to terms with a bus accident involving half the children. The stories show how their lives are affected in a moving production. Aug 14,16,18,20,22,24: 20:40 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Red Red Shoes
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Based on Hans Christian Andersen's story, this play is no fairytale. Inspired by the Yugoslavian refugees of the 1980s, this play tells the story of a young girl's struggle to survive a war between two clashing worlds. Aug 17,19: 18:45 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 10:45 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 20:45 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
see page 51 for show information
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TOUCH
A new play by Bill Dare Directed by Owen Lewis
PLEASANCE COURTYARD 15.15
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Red State
Padua Playwrights C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Padua returns with a darkly comedic indictment of America's love of violence, combining off-beat humour with lyrical intensity. Written and directed by awardwinning Guy Zimmerman. 'Taut dark story ... that could have come from James Elroy' BroadwayBaby.com. Aug 3,27: 19:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 19:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 19:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
‘I’m not doing this to get attention. I didn’t think anyone could see me.’ FESTIVALHIGHLIGHTS.COM
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RE-ID
GAPPAD understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
RE-ID (Re-Identyfikacja); Gappad's debut performance. A bi-lingual(English/Polish) exploration of the effects of emigration on identity, using bold physicality and live music. Reconstucting struggles of Poles in Scotland, they ask the unavoidable question: do we return or re-identify? www.myspace.com/gappad Aug 3-11: 16:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD 13.10 see page 231, 202 for show information 219
Reindeer Soup
Robin Hood and The Witness Protection Programme
The American High School Theatre Festival
Damaged Otter Theatre Company
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
A powerful and inventive portrait of a dysfunctional Detroit family trying to survive atop an arctic wasteland as they struggle to understand their present situation and the bonds within. Aug 18: 10:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 16:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 20:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 12:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
The tale of how Robin Hood finds himself running a shoe shop, how the Sheriff of Nottingham found solace in sandals, and how they all learn of the dangers of fortified mead. Aug 6-11,14-18: 12:00 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
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Retreat
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Rodney Bewes - On The Stage - And Off
Spirit Level Productions Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
Rodney Bewes
Witty and gripping psycho-drama. 19 year-old Hannah turns up unexpectedly at the remote Welsh cottage of middle-aged writer Harold. Fresh from the hippy trail, Hannah has a particular agenda. As night deepens, the whisky flows and secrets emerge.
The 'Likely Lads' star and Fringe favourite embarks on a further adventure with Jerome K Jerome in this hilarious adaptation.
Aug 13-26: 22:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Bottlefed
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
A metropolis. A group of women who have lost their ability to scream. With violence comes humour in this dark dynamic physical theatre performance on how to survive the city - and each other. www.bottlefed.org
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The American High School Theatre Festival
Flower Lion Company (Korea)
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
New international physical theatre. Isolated at a remote post office, a robbery is foiled when the burglar discovers a dead man's body. Fearing a murder charge, he must find the real killer before time runs out. Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 15:00 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:00 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:00 (1hr 20mins) £10.50 (£9.50)
An original hip hop, rock musical drama set in a broken down 'circus.' The inspiring story centres on a rare, African black rhino that becomes a metaphor for racial and class struggles. Aug 6: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00 Aug 8: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) European premiere •
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Ritter, Dene,Voss
Aquila Theatre Company and Assembly Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
This world-renowned company presents a sparkling adaptation with a unique twist. The company invite the audience who, guided by the hand of fate, and on a daily basis decide which cast member plays which part in this timeless love story. Aug 7-9,14-16,21-22,27: 14:15 (2hrs) £13.50 (£12.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 14:15 (2hrs) £14.50 (£13.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Globe Touring
Take 2 Sisters. Add 1 Brother from a mental institution. Mix in Suffocating Family Values. Leave to simmer. Thomas Bernhard's dark comedy explores the fine line between sanity and insanity. Dinner is served, let the battle commence ...
Hopetoun House, South Queensferry • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: C1
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In a new venture, Shakespeare's Globe takes to the road with a small troupe of travelling players. The production will recreate all the energy and vibrancy of Elizabethan performance in the stunning grounds of Hopetoun House. Aug 21-23: 19:00 (2hrs 30mins) £15.00 (£10.00) (£45.00 F) Aug 22-23: 14:00 (2hrs 30mins) £15.00 (£10.00) (£45.00 F)
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Road
NWY Productions C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Cruise the kerbside with Scullery, conductor of our tour. Steal a view of raw life, drop in on domestics, barge in on backyard banter. Jim Cartwright's comedic, perceptive emotional journey through the public and private lives of people like us. Aug 3,13: 22:20 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14: 22:20 (55mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12: 22:20 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
UK premiere
Romeo and Juliet
Ragged Shoes Productions
Aug 20: 12:20 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 21-27: 12:20 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.00) (£6.50 UO)
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Romeo and Juliet
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
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A Romantic Murder Case
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Rhino Provino: 'A Sideshow of the Soul!'
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Preview Aug 2-3: 16:25 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-22,27: 16:25 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£11.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 16:25 (1hr 15mins) £13.00 (£12.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Return to Reason
Aug 3,13: 17:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17: 17:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18: 17:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
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Romeo and Juliet
The Maltings Youth Theatre and Dance Company Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Fast ... Furious ... Unforgetable! This innovative, energetic young company combine drama and dance in a ground breaking-version of Shakespeares classic. From Black Eyed Peas to Billy Idol ... 'Mad Max' meets Metallica ... Miss it if you dare! Aug 13-18: 19:00 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (£3.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Robert the Bruce - King for all Seasons
ROSEBUD:The Lives of Orson Welles
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Atomic80 Productions
Past Experience
If you loved 'Braveheart,' this show's for you, but this time it's the real deal. TV historian Dr Fiona Watson narrates Robert the Bruce's incredible story, brought to life with drama and music. Aug 7-9: 19:30 (2hrs) £10.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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This award-winning show returns to Edinburgh following a sell-out season in New York. Christian McKay's acclaimed tour-de-force performance details the lives and loves of the great director. 'Brilliant ... a stellar production' Daily Telegraph. Aug 2-9,13-16,20-22,27: 12:10 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 12:10 (1hr 20mins) £11.00 (£10.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rose Gets Shot
Royal Holloway Theatre C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Stunning and seductive, Rose relentlessly roamed the red-light district. One morning Rose received an unexpected letter and then ... she disappeared without a trace. A murder mystery comic-book crusade from page to stage. www.rosegetsshot.co.uk. Aug 3,13,20,27: 14:15 (1hr 10mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 14:15 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 14:15 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead Theatre La Mort (Poland)
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Tom Stoppard's masterful tale is reborn in this new production featuring marionettes.What if we shared the fate of the two Shakespearean characters in question? This fresh and forceful interpretation challenges notions of human existence, experience and eternal life. Aug 3,13: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Rosencrantz and Guildenstern ... Survived? The Padded Cell Theatre Company Ltd
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Two of theatre's greatest comic creations are marooned on a desert island with no means of escape. Prince Hamlet is missing, presumed dead. And worse still, they've just run out of cigarettes. www.paddedcelltheatre.com Aug 4-19: 14:00 (1hr 20mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Rover
Hunter Productions C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
see page 226 for show information Composite
English Cavaliers riot, rape and rampage through a Spanish carnival, led by the most notorious playboy of the age. Desperate dark deeds, debauchery, drink and violence. Taboo-breaking portrayal of the seventeenth century from Aphra Behn, the first published female playwright. Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 18:15 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Ruskin Live Paul O'Keeffe
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 1 Queen Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: C4
Following sell-out festival performances in 2003, 2005 & 2006, Paul O'Keeffe reenacts John Ruskin's four controversial discourses. The celebrated Victorian critic's views will change the way look at art, architecture, and Edinburgh itself.
Aug 13: 'Architecture 1' 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 Aug 14: 'Architecture 2' 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 16: 'Turner & His Works' 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 17: 'Pre-Raphaelitism' 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Tickets available only through the Fringe Box Office. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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SAIGON NEON FRANK ROBERTS
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
Storytelling. Theatre. Personal diary. In '3am delusions,' Frank took you to Sydney's red light district. Now take a ride up the Mekong of his mind winding through the back alleys, bars and bordellos of Vietnam's Sin City. Aug 3-11: 22:30 (50mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Saint Joan
King's Players in association with Jesus College, Cambridge Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row • 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 • Grid Ref: E5
Martyrdom versus humanity, imagination versus pragmatism ... Legendary traits of Joan of Arc brought to life by Shaw almost 90 years ago are revived in a new adaptation with a unique promenade setting. www.polymorphicproductions.com/saintjoan Aug 11-20: 20:00 (1hr) £6.00
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Savage/Love
See My Stem
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
'Savage/Love' explores what happens when a couple's love, bound by commitment and loyalty, turns unrequited. By juxtaposing the habitual life of the body with the soul's constant struggle to preserve its counterpart, the true savageness of love is exposed.
A cabaret of singing flowers flaunt in a shop window wonderland. Will Alice find what she's looking for in the flower shop? A colourful tale of memory, intensity and fragrant comedy. 'Strong unshakeable images' ThreeWeeks. www.swishtheatre.com
Grid Theatre Company
Swishtheatre
Aug 16-26: 12:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Scarborough
My Own Private Submarine
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
Writer: Fiona Evans. Director: Deborah Bruce. He's fifteen. She's his teacher. A 'dirty weekend' was never so dangerous. Laughs, tears and the faded glamour of a Scarborough B&B. 'Poignant, intimate ... an Epic drama in miniature' Erica Whyman, Northern Stage.
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Join David Niven as he tells the hilarious true story of James Bond's forgotten sex comedy, 1967 spy spoof 'Casino Royale.' Involves killer robot grouse, Woody Allen, performing seals and scantily-clad lovelies. Contains Orson Welles.
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SEVEN TIMES ME World premiere
Scared Scriptless Watch This
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
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ZUPAKAT PRODUCTIONS Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
Scorching fusion of theatre, dance, poetry and stories. Wickedly humorous, beautifully poignant autobiographical solo about childhood, puberty and universal family realities. BBC3 Slam poet champion 2004, World Slam champion 2005, BBC2 Big Slam star 2007. www.myspace.com/kat_francois
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A guaranteed roller-coaster ride of an hour. Five perilously charismatic characters navigate their way through this long-format improv horror-movie spoof, leaving you wondering whether to laugh, scream, or book again, as the show is based on audience suggestions.
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Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 2-3: 21:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 21:40 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:40 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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7 Spies At The Casino
Northern Firebrand
Preview Aug 3-4: 16:00 (40mins) £5.00 Preview Aug 3-4: 17:00 (40mins) £5.00 Preview Aug 3-4: 18:00 (40mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-22,27: 16:00 (40mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-22,27: 17:00 (40mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20-22,27: 18:00 (40mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 16:00 (40mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 17:00 (40mins) £10.00 (£9.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 18:00 (40mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Sex for Shampoo Ribcaged!
Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: E4
A storm is brewing; three tourists' lives will be changed forever, stuck in Cuba trying to understand the enigma of a dying Castro. Ribcaged - **** ThreeWeeks; ***** EdinburghGuide.com - return with a story of love, heartbreak and escape. Aug 5-18: 15:40 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
Scuffer
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NWY Productions
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Shackled
Danny's skint, no change there. His girlfriend Amy's left him and the flat's a mess. The only thing different today is he's going to get his legs broken. Danny owes some bad people money. Will Danny ever be happy?
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 • Grid Ref: E1
Aug 3,13: 15:15 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14: 15:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12: 15:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Secret in the Wings
Stu and Alex wake up handcuffed together with no memory of the night before. It all seems very funny - soon the laughter turns to screams, as this eye-for-an-eye, dark, savage and uncompromising production unfolds. www.understairs-productions.org.uk Aug 3-14,16-27: 18:05 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Function Factory Theatre
Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Lying in the cellar is a magical world of fairytales, told by a long-tailed ogre in hopes of delighting a flustered child. What ensues is an exhilarating journey of song, dance, and powerful storytelling. Aug 17: 12:15 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 20:15 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 18:15 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 16:15 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
1941: a mysterious stranger is discovered in an underground shelter. Haunted by a past that he has no recollection of. Is he the hunted or the hunter? Atmospheric drama with a twist in the tale. Aug 20-26: 17:20 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
The Secret Life of Robert Burns The Royal College of Surgeons, Lecture Theatre, Hill Square • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E6
David Purdie presents his inimitable multimedia account of Enlightenment Edinburgh, as Jim Drife and Walter Nimmo perform new and hilarious songs that show how 18th-century Scotland invented rock and roll. 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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A SHADOW PASSING
David Purdie, Jim Drife and Walter Nimmo
Aug 21-23: 18:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£6.00)
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Shadow Of The Storm
The American High School Theatre Festival
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Audrey Lee
clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
Carrying a torch for someone? Too proud to declare it? In this heartbreaking yet funny tale of eccentric star-crossed lovers, the torch might just burst into flames. Award-winning play written and performed by Audrey Lee. Aug 5-25: 14:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Shagaround Odd Man Out Company
The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Ever wondered why girls always go to the loos together? Matt's about to find out ... Never before performed at the Fringe, 'The Shagaround' is a comedy about men, women, revenge and the amazing versatility of tights! Preview Aug 3-4: 19:00 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5-14,16-27: 19:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Shakespeare Bingo featuring 'A Comedy of Errors' Running Torch Theatre Company
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
Fill your card with the Bard. A racing version of Shakespeare's daftest comedy combined with bingo. Cake and a cuppa! Daily prize! This ain't your mama's bingo! Irresistible, irreverent, high-octane cult fun. Preview Aug 4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 6-11,13-18: 11:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Shakespeare for Breakfast C theatre
C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
The Bardic Breakfasters are back. The Shakespeare sensation returns for a 16th sell-out year with free coffee and croissants! 'Bouncy and boisterous take on Willie's work' List. 'Well worth getting out of bed for' Independent. www.ctheatre.com Aug 1-3,13,20,27: 10:00 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 10:00 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 10:00 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sheepskin see page 205 for show information
Organic Theatre Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Broken farmer or Sheep-God? Jeremy fights the Army, divine forces and his mum to save his flock: a compulsive ritual of unconventional physicality and new writing. 'Funny, disturbing, strange, delightful ... captivating' ***** ThreeWeeks. 'Remarkable ... a searing experience' Total Theatre.
Preview Aug 1-3: 11:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 11:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 11:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sherlock Holmes: Murder in the Garden Frantic Redhead Productions
Frantic Redhead @ Main Courtyard Lamppost, Lady Stair's Close, Lawnmarket, just west of Bank Street • 0131 226 0000 • Grid Ref: E4
Frantic Redhead's newest 'walking' play. Sherlock Holmes' great skill is needed to free a man accused of murder and find the real killer. Follow the great detective through Edinburgh streets to solve the mystery! Aug 7-10,12-13,15-19,21-24: 13:00 (1hr 50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) (£6.00 OC) Aug 9,11,15,18: 15:00 (1hr 50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) (£6.00 OC) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Showering With The Vicar Crushed Petal Arts Collective
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Britain's face is cracking. The stiff-upper-lip is warbling. What will come from a new generation of bunnies, loons and paedophiles? Wander and wash with the Vicar and his Idiot through the bathroom of British identity ... Aug 21,23,25: 13:10 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Simple Girl Melanie Wilson
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A thrilling and touchingly funny encounter with a self-titled simple girl who is at once mischievous flaneur, epic sentimentalist and grandiose fibber. Tales of glamorous peril jostle with a live soundtrack, executed by idiosyncratic heroine, Melanie Wilson.
see page 79 for show information
Preview Aug 2-3: 16:45 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 16:45 (55mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:45 (55mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Single Numberless Death
Demarco Rocket Productions: Glenalmond College Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Plâ&#x20AC;¢ 0871 750 0077 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E6
Political prisoners, the 'disappeared' are still remembered in Argentina. A show which blends movement and words with poignancy and intensity. Political and hard-hitting can we ever forgive torture sanctioned by the State? Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20-27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20:40â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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DEMARCO ROCKET PRODUCTIONS Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Plâ&#x20AC;¢ 0871 750 0077 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E6
A tale of two sisters - one who has stayed at home to look after her dying mother, and one who has begrudgingly returned out of a sense of duty. Long-standing resentments pour out with bitterness and black humour ...
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SKOLKA
Point of Departure Theatre Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) â&#x20AC;¢ 0870 745 3083 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
Three Muscovite women. Three mail-order bride applications. Three blossoming dreams ... 'Skolka' was devised in Russia and performed to sell-out audiences in London, Ireland and Bruges. Poignant, frivolous, stylish - be swept off your feet by this whirlwind play.
Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;2-3:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;21:25â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4-9,14-16,20-23:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;21:25â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10-12,17-19,24-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;21:25â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Slight Tilt To The Universe CFKA
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street â&#x20AC;¢ 08452 26 27 21 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
Helena spilt her coffee. Now Samantha's having sextuplets, and Mike's seeing angels. Management want them stopped. Darkly comic, intriguing and thought-provoking new play. 'Forceful, relevant ... CFKA are the sort of company who keep the Fringe honest' EdinburghGuide.com. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;6-11:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;14:25â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£6.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£4.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Small Medium at Large The Village Idiots
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 220 6109 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E4
An estate agent, a derelict mansion, a wedding, a mole, a box of dynamite, an unwitting clairvoyant and a bunch of slightly miffed ghosts. Last year's sell-out mask company returns with spooky new family comedy. www.villageidiots.org.uk Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20-25:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;18:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£5.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Smile and Say Thanks STAG
Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place â&#x20AC;¢ 0131 225 9893 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: F5
One of The Skinny's top theatre events and winner of STaG's new writing festival (judged by Traverse Theatre's literary manager), this 'delightful piece of magical realism' explores the gentle beauty found in the smallest of things. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;13-18,20-25:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10:00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(50mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Smile Off Your Face Ontroerend Goed
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate â&#x20AC;¢ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;¢ Grid Ref: E5
Powerhouse performance that rolls you from absolute loneliness to intimate security - and back again. Whilst chained to your chair you lose control. Experience extreme sensations. Abandon your senses as 'they' take care of you. Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;8-10,14-17:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Shows every 20mins starting 14.00; last show 16.40â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;8-10,14-17:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Shows every 20mins starting 19.00; last show 21.40)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11-12,18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Shows every 20mins starting 14.00; last show 16.40â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11-12,18:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Shows every 20mins starting 19.00; last show 21.40â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;£9.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(£8.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
Entry to performance is timed at one person every 5 minutes - you may need to wait a few minutes for entry. Performance duration 30 minutes. UK premiere 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Smothered In Skin Z Theatre Company
Venue 45, 39 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D5
Welcome to MyFace. Image-obsessed creatures paint and trap themselves in colours, zips and buckles. They bare their lives, their personalities, their skin. Can clothing release us? Tights, belts, boots, suffocating, constricting, clinging - smothered in our skin. Aug 6-11: 17:20 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 13-17: 17:35 (45mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Beetle Theatre Company Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Man's body is hijacked/possessed by three historical American figures - Daniel Shays (Revolutionary War Officer, later mounted insurrection against Massachusetts), Henry David Thoreau (writer/Philosopher/saunterer), and Edward Abbey (western writer/ iconoclast) with grisly results. Beware! History stalks ... Preview Aug 2-4: 15:30 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) Aug 5-11: 15:30 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Someone Who'll Watch Over Me Hog Head Theatre Company
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
An Englishman. An Irishman. An American. Three hostages in a Lebanese prison cell. Celebrate the resilience of the human spirit with Frank McGuiness' profound play, inspired by actual events. Insightful, inspirational and intense. www.swwom.co.uk Aug 3,13: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4-10,14-17: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11-12,18: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Something Blue see page 220 for show information
Jammy Voo Theatre
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A bittersweet comic cabaret about falling in love. Five (Lecoq) female performers combine clowning, puppetry, physical theatre and song to prove it is better to have loved and lost ... the plot. Developed with Angela De Castro.
Preview Aug 2-3: 14:35 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 14:35 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:35 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Something Fishy Moonhag
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Daisy and Petunia are stranded in a mysterious fishing village with a dark, dark secret. As the twisted tale twists and turns they stumble upon the terrible truth of this twisted town. **** Time Out, Critics' Choice.
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:05 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 14:05 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:05 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
see page 243, 244 for show information
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Sordid Lives
Gallimaufry Performing Arts C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Black comedy about white trash. Comedic award-winning epiphany-tale dealing with 'coming out' across three generations of a small-town Texas family preparing for a funeral. Big hair and loud mouths abound as the sordid truth must hit home. Aug 12,18: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 13: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 14-17: 14:00 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Space In Between Order First
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
In the intimate setting of the Jazz Bar, three aspiring artists juggle with dreams, reality, and the parts they play in their own stories. An original romantic comedy about life, the universe and everything in between.
see page 220 for show information
Aug 5-26: 17:30 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Spawn and Die
Susan McIntosh and Paul Lucas Productions Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate â&#x20AC;˘ 0870 745 3083 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E5
MTV personality Susan McIntosh explores sex and the pending American Apocalypse. Propelled by comedy, rock and roll, 1950s sex education films, and her tawdry past, Susan swims upstream for the hard truths about love and capitalism. www.spawnanddie.com
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Fecund Theatre Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 623 3030 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: D3
True love ... consenting adults ... violent sex. An explosive and challenging love story exploring S&M sex. Adults only. Fecund are back! 'Fecund theatre must be seen' Guardian. 'A theatrical head-butt' Independent. 'An extraordinary company' Scotsman. Previewâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;2-4:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:15â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ5.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-9,13-14,16,20-22,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:15â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ11.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ10.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10-12,17-19,23-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;19:15â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;10mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ12.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ11.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Local Stigmatic Playground Productions Piercing study in fame and envy. Two restful Londoners discuss dog racing and celebrity. Violence ensues in Heathcote Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; classic.
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Through the Looking Glass Nottingham New Theatre Ingenious new musical production. Alice is in trouble! Can she survive the dangers of the Looking Glass World â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and become Queen?
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Yesterday, When I Was Young Hope Theatre Company
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) â&#x20AC;˘ 0870 241 0136 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: F4
Dominatrix, housewife, lesbian â&#x20AC;&#x201C; legend! New outrageous comedy follows a journey into the world of whips, basques and bondage.
Stirling University Drama Society A comedic tale of two friends that go on a journey to find themselves. They meet shamans, overcome obstacles, learn about each other and face a Glaswegian with a grudge ... Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20-27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:30â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sweet Grassmarket, Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket â&#x20AC;˘ 0870 241 0136 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E4
Fresh from a commemmorative performance at The Old Vic, London, a dramatic portrait of Black Shakespearean actor Ira Aldridge (1807-67). Rastafarian performer Shango Baku re-creates Aldridge's genius in his bicentennial year. Miss this not!
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C, Chambers Street â&#x20AC;˘ 0845 260 1234 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: E5
A creepy encounter between victor and victim. In the aftermath of a lost war, even the regime's lowliest secretaries must be interrogated. 'I predict great things come from this lot' Stage. www.shadydolls.com Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;1-3,20,27:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ7.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ6.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;4-10,14-17,21-24:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ8.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ7.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;11-12,18-19,25-26:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;15:45â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hr)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ9.50â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ8.50)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6; 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street â&#x20AC;˘ 0131 662 6892 â&#x20AC;˘ Grid Ref: F6
Audiences are invited to open mouths wide for the bizarre and spectacular all-woman feast that is 'Spread'. A series of mini-dramas, 'Spread' explores the relationship between women and food, expanding on the multiple meanings: sex, body-image, power, obsession, expression.
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Stags and Hens
Blue Pebble Theatre Company Welcome to the toilets of a Liverpool pub. Witness Willy Russell's classic portrayal of the progressive degeneration of a Stag and Hen party.You may kiss the bride ... Augâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;5-12:â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20:40â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(1hrâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;20mins)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;ÂŁ7.00â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;(ÂŁ6.00)â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;
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Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli
Stoopud F**ken Animals
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, Forrest Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
The American High School Theatre Festival
Loose Collective/Escalator East to Edinburgh
When the mysterious 'Stargirl' arrives in Mica, Arizona, no one knows what to make of her interesting take on life. Adapted from the popular novel, this show has something for everyone - a true celebration of individuality!
Aug 18: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 12:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 22: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Preview Aug 1: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 2,7,11: 18:00 (1hr 30mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 3,8,12,17,23: 21:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 4,9: 12:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 5,10: 15:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 14,19,25: 13:30 (1hr 30mins) Aug 15,21,26: 16:00 (1hr 30mins) Aug 16,22: 18:30 (1hr 30mins) £ World premiere • Aug 18,24: 11:00 (1hr 30mins)
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St Catherine of Siena
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Nancy Murray
Old Saint Paul's Church, Jeffrey Street • Grid Ref: D5
Nancy Murray, Dominican nun, sister of Bill Murray, gives her acclaimed one-woman presentation on the life of Catherine of Siena. She enchants, informs and inspires as all the characters of Catherine's friends and family. Unmissable.
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Aug 6-10,13-17: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
The Wild East: Charlie deals with duff bulls, Dim's quit the paper-round and Lefty's touring the pubs. Live music and black comedy combine in this Western, set in Suffolk by Joel Horwood (Fringe First Winner 2006 'Food').
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Stoor in their Hair The Reh-Tam Players
St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
1900s depicting the plight of the Jute Hill workers. The play moves to the 60s entering the union and the Health and Safety Act. The workers bring pathos and comedy, but by 1970, the jute mills are closed. Aug 9-10: 19:30 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (£4.00)
Stenclmusic
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JMI comes to Edinburgh
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Stories From The Edge
Theatrical snapshot of London's East End Jewish community with witty original music, poetry, storytelling and projected images. Musician/actress Neyire Ashworth's clarinet transforms into characters who speak and sing their stories - engrossing and heartwarming. 'Terrific character and imagination' Financial Times. www.stenclmusic.com Aug 3,13,20,27: 12:00 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:00 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:00 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Funny, poignant, thought-provoking. Stories and songs performed by the always amazing John Burton Jr. and wildly energetic Brenda Petrakos. 'Kind of writing one would expect from spawn of William S. Burroughs and Virginia Wolfe' Hollywood Reporter. Aug 14-19: 14:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00)
Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Year Out Drama Company
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Story Shakespeare:Two Noble Kinsmen
A heart-warming comedy about a dance teacher determined on turning her not-sotalented tappers into stars. A diverse group tapping themselves and each other along the way. This is real toe-tappin' fun!
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Stepping Out
Aug 6: 22:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 10: 10:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 20:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 17: 16:15 (1hr 30mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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John Burton Jr & BC Petrakos
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The American High School Theatre Festival
UK premiere
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C too, St Columba's by the Castle, Johnston Terrace • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Using music, movement and inventive narration, this acclaimed young company present a twisted tale of chivalrous rage and violent affection. Love drives two cousins into a deadly quarrel and an innocent girl to madness. Aug 13: 10:00 (45mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 14-17: 10:00 (45mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 18: 10:00 (45mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C)
World premiere
Sting for Nolte
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Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Struwwelpeter - In English!
What do you do when your fiancée gives you tickets to see Sting? Lie and tell her you're happy? Or turn Sting into Nick Nolte. 'Sharp, clever, fun and engaging' Times. 'Perfectly-paced vitriol' Time Out. www.stingfornolte.com
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Campaign for Sting for Nolte
Preview Aug 1-4: 12:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-7,9,13-16,21-23,27: 12:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:15 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Demarco Rocket Productions: Magico Theatre Company Sell-out show, Edinburgh Fringe 2006. Heinrich Hoffmann's classic cautionary tales are brought to life using physical theatre, music, masque, illusion and more. Developed through improvisational workshops, this humorously macabre piece depicts the gruesome results of misbehaviour. www.struwwelpeter.co.uk Aug 2-4: 20:45 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.50) Aug 5-11: 20:45 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.00)
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Stinky Flowers and the Bad Banana
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Subway
A young boy, a grandfather's wisdom, a mother's sadness. Join Sinclair on a multimedia journey as he discovers meaning in imagination. Warring monkeys and enchanted lakes vividly come to life in a dreamer's attic.
Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall, Forrest Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: F5
WTE Theatre in association with the Drawing Board Arts Project
Aug 3,13: 16:15 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14: 16:15 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12: 16:15 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Stonewall
Pleasance and Angelica Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Flames flicker over the New York skyline as the wildly funny musical story of a 1960s drag-queen riot unfolds in a cloud of glitter to the beat of Sixties girl group soundtrack. The revolution is here - and it looks fabulous! Preview Aug 1-3: 17:50 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 17:50 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:50 (1hr 30mins) £12.50 (£11.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Vanishing Point The future. Today's politics has become tomorrow's reality. An odyssey featuring stunning live music from a six-piece Kosovan band and inventive visual theatre from the creators of 2005 smash hit 'Lost Ones.' Co-produced by Tron Theatre, commissioned by Lyric Hammersmith. Aug 14: 11:00 (1hr 20mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 15,21,26: 13:30 (1hr 20mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 16,22: 16:00 (1hr 20mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 17,23: 18:30 (1hr 20mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 18,24: 21:00 (1hr 20mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 19,25: 11:00 (1hr 20mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE SUICIDE
Take a Bite
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Edward's Theatre Company
Take a Bite Productions
A drab life or a celebrated death? Semyon can't decide. His neighbours are eager to help, however, begging him to die on their behalf - to be a martyr for their pet cause. Nikolai Erdman's comic masterpiece.
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Aug 6-11: 20:00 (1hr 40mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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SuperJumbo
Richard Dedomenici/Escalator East To Edinburgh in association with The British Council Home from Home, 54 Annandale St • 07821 677382 • Grid Ref: B5
Ambitious, prop-heavy, but self-contained one-man-show set within a new AirbusA380. Promises to be a lo-fi audio/visual spectacle, but may fail to live up to this promise. 'Wonderfully absurd satire' (Herald), 'Subversive high-jinks' (List), 'F***ing idiot' (PopJustice), 'Ikea' (Stage). www.dedomenici.co.uk Aug 18-25: 17:00 (45mins) (Free Non-ticketed) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Sweet Dreams understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
Joy to the World as Sam and Sarah get married tomorrow! For better, worse, richer and poorer. For ever. Surely no one knows a reason why they may not lawfully marry? Surely they won't declare it now? Surely? www.egginburgh.co.uk
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Sweet UFO
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
'It's da 23:23 freaky duality, best booming party in the galaxy Burt, where time is crazy Bro, like is real, really reality ... ?' Or is we livin' in a parallel universe? Written by multiple Fringe First Winner Gill Adams. Preview Aug 3-4: 17:25 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-27: 17:25 (1hr 10mins) £11.00 (£9.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 17:25 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£8.00)
World premiere
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The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
Comedy and Cancer?! I AM Productions present a refreshing mix of high-energy documentary, film and theatre. 'Sylvia's Ball' is innovative, stirring and fresh from its South African tour. The world has cancer and healing is a choice! www.myspace.com/iamproductionsuk
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Tales Gone Wilde!
The American High School Theatre Festival Greenside, 1b Royal Terrace • 0131 557 2124 • Grid Ref: C6
Aug 6: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 14:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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TALES OUT OF SCHOOL - A RETIRED TEACHER LETS IT ALL OUT Gareth Calway
A funny and fond farewell to a teaching career, this is a rehearsed reading of published writing from Bristol city football club's resident poet and comprehensive school novelist. www.garethcalway.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 20:00 (1hr) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 5-11: 20:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Talking to Spacehoppers The Gorgeous North
Bev's life is falling apart, but Simon LeBon still sings on. What will save her? Stand-up comedy, gorgeous young men, or a spacehopper called George? 'Virtuoso piece; penetrating and funny as well as rather poignant' Independent. www.thegorgeousnorth.co.uk Aug 3,20,27: 20:05 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 20:05 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 20:05 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tapestry
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Washing Line Productions
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
From 'Beatrix Potter' to Bid TV to bangers.co.uk - this highly physical 'buzz-are' play explores modern takeaway culture where everything's disposable. Consumer choice and a battery-operated 30-second orgasm have overtaken human contact.
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The Orcadians return with the legend of Orkney's oldest 'nightclub.' A tale of enterprise and entertainment on the edge! Written by Alan Plater with music by Peter Maxwell Davies.
Belt Up (Nothing to See/Hear)
The Tail of Rampant Rabbit
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
I AM Productions
Aug 3,13,20,27: 23:00 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 23:00 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 23:00 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
Aug 5-6,9-17: 19:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 7-8: 19:30 (1hr) £5.00
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Sylvia's Ball
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Imagine a revolution with sexy costumes, sacrilegious comedy, treachery and passion. Cheer your favourite anarchist in a bodice-ripping, rocket-fuelled romp of Dickens' epic story. 'Five stars! True Gusto! Captivating!' British Theatre Guide.
understairs @Apostolic, 2 Davie Street • 0131 667 7740 • Grid Ref: F6
Big Fish Productions
Preview Aug 2-4: 10:40 (50mins) £5.00 Aug 5,10-12,17-19,24-26: 10:40 (50mins) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 6-9,13-16,20-23: 10:40 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
Our players will take you to a magical world of clueless giants, selfless nightingales, and noble princes in story theatre adaptations of Oscar Wilde's tales of love, sacrifice, selfishness, and generosity. Suitable for all ages.
The Egg Theatre
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Crash&Burn Theatre
Venue 27@ Holyrood, 81 Holyrood Road • 0131 528 8442 • Grid Ref: D6
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A Tale of Two Cities
St Magnus Festival Players
Two biting satires, performed in rep, from the extraordinary Rooftop Productions. Brave and frank reflections on the political environment in Zimbabwe. ' ... excellent throughout, passionate and sincere ... superb' Standard (Zimbabwe).
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Tales From The Golden Slipper
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Aug 14,16,18,20,22,24,26: 13:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Rooftop Productions
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Aug 6-12,14-19,21-27: 23:35 (50mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Superpatriots and Morons and Pregnant With Emotion
Preview Aug 3-4: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £5.00 Aug 5-9,14-16,20-22,27: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 19:45 (1hr 5mins) £10.50 (£9.50)
A young man on a high, an older woman in her nightie, awake in a locked room. His LSD dream? Her boyfriend's kinky trick? Will they discover what's happening, or make beautiful mischief together? Sex, books, pockets ...
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New dramatic work exploring love, life and loss. Poetic brutality like a bolt through the heart. In a single breath, anger, hatred and hope course through your veins. Experience this twisted and beautiful vision of what it means to open your eyes everyday. Aug 3: 23:20 (50mins) £5.50 (£4.50) Aug 4-10: 23:20 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 11: 23:20 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Teenage Kicks Home Truths present
Assembly Universal Arts, Freemason's Hall • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
A funny, touching journey through the life of Britain's best-loved broadcaster John Peel as he transforms from a well-spoken idealistic hippy into a down-to-earth DJ. An ordinary bloke with an extraordinary love for music. Preview Aug 3: 17:40 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-22: 17:40 (1hr 10mins) £12.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-27: 17:40 (1hr 10mins) £14.00 (£12.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Tell
Talac Theatre
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Tell' is a new play about two people in the wake of love. Their stories are told from things packed away into boxes. Stories that are both funny and sad, all tenderly brought to life in imaginative ways. Preview Aug 2-3: 17:10 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 17:10 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:10 (55mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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tender
BrownElyse Productions in conjuction with 20% Theatre Company and Johnny Belle Productions The Vault, 11 Merchant Street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
Anna and Sam throw Soledad a surprise birthday party that Julie gleefully crashes. Julie's arrival sets events into motion that force Soledad to question what she truly wants out of life. How will Soledad cope once she stops running? Aug 14-19: 15:45 (1hr 20mins) £6.50 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Tequila Mockingbird Kettle of Fish
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Kettle of Fish are Bristol's newest and most exciting theatre company. This intensely funny debut is a performance you won't forget ... Fantastical and dark, 'Tequila Mockingbird' is a colourful adventure trapped inside one of Edinburgh's most unique venues.
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 18:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Terrible Infants Les Enfants Terribles
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Award-winning theatre company Les Enfants Terribles present the twisted tales of Tum, Tilly, Thingummyboy and friends in a fantastic fusion of puppetry, live music and performance. 'Genius' Metro. 'Exceptional' Herald. 'Takes theatre beyond entertainment' Hairline. www.lesenfantsterribles.co.uk
Preview Aug 2-4: 14:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13-16,21-23,27: 14:40 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 14:40 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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TEXODUS
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
From those who experienced the tumult of a category 5 hurricane directly after Hurricane Katrina's destruction, comes a theatrical event exploring the drama (and comedy) that accompanies abandoning everything you have in the Land of Promise and Plenty. Aug 7: 10:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 14:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 20:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 18:40 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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They Think It's All Over The Egg Theatre
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
John is John. He is just one man. Funny, bold, decisive. Never told a lie nor held a secret. John is grossly misunderstood, horrifically misheard, frantically mistaken. John is John. A very lonely man. www.egginburgh.co.uk
see page 186 for show information
Aug 13,15,17,19,21,23,25: 13:00 (45mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Things People Do To Fall In Love Fictitious Productions
The Spiegel Garden, George Square Gardens • 0131 667 8940 • Grid Ref: F5
Storyteller and musician Daniel Clark - of acclaimed quartet The Hat - presents a new show full of wonderfully surreal twisted tales and music, about love and the strange paths it leads people down. Aug 13,20: 19:00 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00)
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Think Tank
ttproductions.com Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
An anonymous bunker during an anonymous war. Three writers create propaganda films for the war effort, completely cut off from the outer world. Disaster is only one step away. New drama from award-winning writer David Lydon. Preview Aug 2-4: 15:30 (45mins) £5.00 Aug 5-12: 15:30 (45mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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30/60 with LOVE
clubWEST productions clubWEST@ Three Sisters,Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate • 07720 28 5550 • Grid Ref: E5
First, a rapid-fire series of 30, 60-second plays, showing how one minute changes your life. Then 'Love,' a chill pill of a show combining Henry's singing bowls with the words of Kahlil Gibran. Killer of a Double-Bill Aug 5-25: 12:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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This is an insult to Beckett and Fo Ogstoun Theatre Company
Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
We present to you a double-bill of accidental brilliance. The show consists of an interpretation of 'Waiting for Godot' and 'Accidental Death of an Anarchist'. Please be prepared to laugh and cry, probably at the same time!
see page 172 for show information
Aug 14-19: 16:10 (45mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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This is a Test
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
Tick-tock. Time flies as Allen takes the most important test of his life. Daydreaming distracts him, the teacher doesn't like him, and questions are in Chinese! At least he has his social life ... well ... maybe. Aug 17: 10:20 (40mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 18:20 (40mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 20:20 (40mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 14:20 (40mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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This Piece of Earth Ransom Productions
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
see page 192 for show information
Following their Edinburgh triumph with the smash hit 'Hurricane', Ransom return with another stunning new production by Hurricane's Richard Dormer. This is a devastating love story set during the Irish Famine. 'Extraordinary ... balletic beauty' Irish Times **** Guardian Preview Aug 2-3: 17:25 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23: 17:25 (1hr 15mins) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:25 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Liverpool University Drama Society C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
An original Shakespearean tragedy created entirely of lines from every one of the playwright's works. Seamlessly sewn together to form an exciting new tale that the Bard himself would be proud of. Lose yourself in this rich new Elizabethan journey. Aug 2-3: 14:30 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10: 14:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11: 14:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Three Wise Men and a Baby
To the End of the World
Charlotte Chapel, 204 Rose Street • 0131 225 4812 • Grid Ref: D3
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
David Robinson's hilarious comedy includes camels, dance routines and free mince pies. A huge hit last year, why not join the journey of the wise men again with lots of laughs along the way.
Philippe must decide - stay at home with Ava, or dive off the edge of the map. Seduction, intrigue and a world of thrilling new possibilities lead him to the precipice. Will he turn back or throw himself off?
Dumb Show in association with Cock and Bull Productions
Saltmine Theatre Company
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Tiny Dynamite
Aug 3,20,27: 15:45 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:45 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:45 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Company
Touch by Bill Dare
Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Festival Highlights
From award-winning writer Abi Morgan, a tale of two friends who fall in love with the same girl. Memories collide, electricity crackles. But what is fate and what is just coincidence? 'A play of remarkable intensity and richness.' Time Out. Aug 20-25: 21:30 (1hr 10mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Oran MorE! at Assembly - The Best From a Play, a Pie and a Pint Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
A Scottish exile on a copaceptic quest for the realm of eternal youth. With music and lyrics by Dave Anderson.
Preview Aug 2-3: 17:20 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-21,27: 17:20 (1hr 20mins) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 17:20 (1hr 20mins) £12.50 (£11.50)
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'Tis Pity She's a Whore Young Actors Company
This challenging post-modern tragedy explores religious skepticism, sibling incest and our ever-evolving definitions of right and wrong. 'High powered, physical and intense performance.' **** ThreeWeeks, ('A Midsummer Night's Dream' - Fringe 2004). www.theyoungactorscompany.com
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To Be Conformed ...
Hit the Switch Productions C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Brutal resurrection of Irvine Welsh's infamous testament to self-destructive youth. Beyond salvation and dispossessed, junkies, thieves and bruisers stake their claim on an amoral landscape. Powerful new production littered with physical theatre and contemporary music. Aug 1-3,20,27: 23:55 (1hr 20mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 23:55 (1hr 20mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 23:55 (1hr 20mins) £9.50 (£8.50)
The Trials and Travails of Linda Trayers Linda Trayers
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl• 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Take a trip down memory lane with HBO writer Linda Trayers. Window shop 5th Avenue, cruise the Nile or barter in Morocco! A tale of life, love and Freud across the pond. Preview Aug 2-4: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £5.00 (£3.50) Aug 5-11,13-18,20-27: 12:30 (1hr 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Place 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Trojan Women
Preview Aug 2-5: 15:20 (1hr) £4.00 (£3.00) Aug 6-11,13-18,20-25: 15:20 (1hr) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Ding Millers
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Their city conquered and their husbands and sons slain, what choices are now left? David Stuttard's vibrant adaptation of Euripides' classic play will make you rethink your approach to wars and how people survive them. Aug 20-26: 16:50 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Tomas Pape
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Just Add Water (Theatre) Company Exploring what stirs and excites our insides. International ensemble approaches to storytelling. Expressing our inner passions through vocals, percussion, music, poetry, improvisation and dance. 'Churning up the soul with a pulsating beat ... remarkable strength and agility' ThreeWeeks.
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Trainspotting
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Bedlam Theatre, 11b Bristo Place • 0131 225 9893 • Grid Ref: F5
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Tir Nan Og
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Vernon likes to watch people. Seeing a young woman drowning in a river, he leaps in to rescue her - but whose life is really being saved? Playwriting debut from awardwinning TV producer. Directed by Owen Lewis.
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Aireborn Theatre Company
The Trojan Women
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
The American High School Theatre Festival Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road • 0131 447 0111 • Grid Ref: H2
Set in a world of fantasy, memory and song, 'Tomas Pape' follows the denial of the protagonist's right to tell us, the audience, his story. Featuring original music.
Edith Hamilton's beautiful translation of Euripides' play focuses on the female victims of the Trojan War the morning after the Trojan Horse ploy by the Greek Army. Chiefly Queen Hecuba, Andromache, Cassandra, and Helen of Troy.
Preview Aug 3: 13:25 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5,11,17,19,25: 13:25 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 7,9,13,15,21,23: 13:25 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Eastern Angles and Company of Angels/Escalator East to Edinburgh
Unia Teatr Niemozliwy (Poland) C, Chambers Street • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Suite without words for Cardboard and Contrabass. Inspired by the work of Roland Topor and Johann Sebastian Bach. This rhythmic roll of surprise and enigmatic entertainment seamlessly harmonises the disparate trash-percussion and traditional string in an eclectic live music experience.
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Truckstop
Toporland
Aug 2: 11:10 (1hr) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 4,6,8,10,14,16: 11:10 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 12,18: 11:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
Aug 17: 12:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 19: 18:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 14:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 21: 20:30 (1hr) £6.00 (£4.00)
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The Zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Award-winning psychological thriller about love, independence and growing up. A mother stops at nothing to protect her vulnerable daughter from an ambitious truckdriver boyfriend. When a knife is drawn their lives dramatically change. Forever. **** Guardian ('Virgins', 2006). www.easternangles.co.uk Preview Aug 3-4: 17:15 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 5-6,8-13,15-20,22-26: 17:15 (1hr 10mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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True West
24/7/52
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Zoo Southside, 117 Nicolson Street • 0131 662 6892 • Grid Ref: F6
Bill Aitchison
Blue Streak Productions Austin and Lee are two brothers who don't get along in the classic from Pulitzer prize-winner Sam Shepard. In the tragicomic tradition of Pinter and Beckett, the play alternates between hilarity and nightmare. Actors swop roles each performance. Aug 19,25-26: 12:05 (1hr 30mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 20,27: 12:05 (1hr 30mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 21-24: 12:05 (1hr 30mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
Aug 19-27: 15:15 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre, 19 Hill Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D3
Fringe-First award-winning production that's spellbound audiences around the world with Kingdom's portrayal as the brilliant, tortured, adorable, wicked ... and infamous writer of 'In Cold Blood' and 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'. 'Terrific script, tight, funny and poignant' Guardian.
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Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: E4
Eleven years after testimonies of apartheid perpetrators and victims were heard at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, stories of the South African interpreters are told in ' ... one of the most important theatrical events of our time' Writing Studio. Preview Aug 2-3: 14:00 (2hrs) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-22,27: 14:00 (2hrs) £15.00 (£13.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 14:00 (2hrs) £17.50 (£15.00)
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Exhausted by the mundane loneliness of their lives and the gravity of their imminent middle-age, Dan and John escape to Amsterdam on a fictional stag weekend adventure. Chaos ensues when they both fall for the same Dutch beauty.
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Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid Ref: E4
The Stryker twins have lost their home and family. They are left under the care of a distant relative, a white supremacist and a bereaved stranger. Powerful drama with a darkly comic edge.
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The UK Quartet
The American High School Theatre Festival
Aug 17: 22:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 18: 14:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 20: 10:20 (1hr 20mins) £6.00 (£4.00)
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Under Milk Wood Guy Masterson & TTI
Filter
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Two worlds collide in Filter's explosive new take on Shakespeare's lyrical 'Twelfth Night'. Marrying text and sound in a truly innovative way, experience the madness of love in this heady world where riotous gig meets Shakespeare. Aug 20-26: 10:35 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 (£9.00)
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Under Milk Wood Plantlife Productions
Enter the peculiar town of Llareggub. An enchanting tapestry of over sixty characters are brought to life in this new adaptation of Dylan Thomas' classic play of voices. 'Spectacular ... a whirlpool of energy' Cherwell. Aug 2-3,20,27: 12:35 (1hr 10mins) £6.50 (£5.50) (£4.50 C) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 12:35 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£6.50) (£5.50 C) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 12:35 (1hr 10mins) £8.50 (£7.50) (£6.50 C) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Unnatural Acts
Unnatural Productions and Richard Jordan Productions Ltd
Twelfth Night
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
The Quintessentially Splendiferous Theatre Company Augustine's, 41 George IV Bridge • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid Ref: E5
'Twelfth Night' - Shakespeare's twisted tale of torture and lust as you've never seen it before. Drama, live music and dance combine in a unique gothic interpretation of Shakespeare's finest play. Dark, sensual, erotic - it will leave you breathless. Aug 21-27: 22:45 (2hrs 15mins) £7.00 (£5.00)
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Guy Masterson's world acclaimed interpretation of Dylan Thomas' enchanting masterpiece brought rivetingly to life in 'one of the most remarkable inventive performances of the decade!' Times. 'A mesmerisingly brilliant tour de force.' Scotsman. 'Simply bewitching!' ThreeWeeks.
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
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Love the pub ... ? We do 'Two'. It's just your average night in your local pub, come and meet the regulars ... 14 characters, two actors, one stage. 'Two' a comedy by Jim Cartwright. 'What's your poison?'
Assembly @ George Street, 54 George Street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid Ref: D4
FourthAngel Theatre
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Two
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Turn Me To Stone
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Bronxville High School, from New York, will present the World Premiere of 'The U.K. Quartet', a chamber theater piece consisting of four short stories by authors J. Joyce, D. Thomas, P.G. Wodehouse, and R.L. Stevenson.
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
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Opera on the Run
Preview Aug 3-5: 15:40 (55mins) £4.00 Aug 6-7,9-14,16-21,23-26: 15:40 (55mins) £6.00 (£5.00)
Preview Aug 2-4: 16:30 (55mins) £5.00 Aug 5-12: 16:30 (55mins) £7.00 (£6.00)
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Turning Heads
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World War II. Identical Twins. Opposing Sides. Delightful new 'Comedy of Errors', with camp songs, camp spies, slapstick and pink fishnet stockings. An original production from two-time Fringe sell-out, NSDF07 selected, web-based revolution, ttproductions. com. I'm Gay and I'm German!
understairs @EuroScot, European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place • 0131 527 6161 Grid Ref: E1
The Colonnades Theatre Lab/Market Theatre
Preview Aug 1-3: 14:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 14:30 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:30 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50)
TwinSS
Not In The Same Glass Theatre Company
Truth In Translation
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
Richard Jordan Productions Ltd
Preview Aug 3: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £5.00 Aug 5,7,9,13,15,21,27: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 11,17,19,23,25: 12:10 (1hr 30mins) £11.00 (£9.00)
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ttproductions.com
TRUMAN CAPOTE TALK SHOW - BOB KINGDOM
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A kaleidoscopic performance walking a fine line between minimalism and vaudeville. A game that plunges headfirst into certain failure, '24/7/52' produces meticulously structured chaos and multi-tasking ad absurdum. 'Humorous, intelligent, sensuous theatre' Frankfurter Allgemeine. British Council Edinburgh Showcase 2007.
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A brand new comedy from the writers of Edinburgh and West End hit 'Pete and Dud: Come Again'. Two best friends tired of waiting around for Mr Right attempt the inconceivable. Starring Jessica Martin and Jason Wood. Preview Aug 1-3: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13-14,16,20-23,27: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 17:20 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£9.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Unpicked Fruit
VALLIMAR JANSEN IS ETHEL WATERS
Anita Govan
ValLimar Jansen Is Ethel Waters
The Jazz Bar, 1a Chambers Street • 0131 220 4298 • Grid Ref: E5
'Bright and glittering vocabulary ... The audience loves (poet) Anita Govan; she radiates warmth and depth ... all superb stuff, sensually present' Guardian. Choose what she performs next with sound and visuals. 'Edinburgh's Dorothy Parker ... Artfully sculpted poems' Sunday Herald. Preview Aug 5,7-12,14-19: 19:30 (50mins) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Unplugged Poetry St Mark's artSpace, 7 Castle Terrace • 0131 228 1155 • Grid Ref: E3
Peter Molnár Kálloy, well-known Hungarian actor, gives an exclusive performance of his own songs and poems. The world premiere of his new solo album; following a successful performance of Hungarian drama at last year's Fringe. Aug 12-13: 20:00 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 (£3.00)
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UNSEX ME HERE
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Fringe First Winner ('Cracked') returns with someone whose boots aren't made for walking and who's running late. Or trying to run. Fabulous, intelligent theatre. 'It takes an artist of budding genius to generate an idea this brilliant.' Joyce McMillan, Scotsman.
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Vacant Possession Normal Productions
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Gary wants Joe's house. To get it he must assist Joe's suicide, look after his sex doll and get a job. 'You have to pay mortgages back!' Fresh comedy from Ray Brown, BBC R4 regular and writer of 'Living Pretty.' Aug 2-3,13,20,27: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 4-10,14-17,21-24: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 11-12,18-19,25-26: 15:00 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Vaudeville Cabaret Club Clockwork
The Bongo Club, 37 Holyrood Road • 0131 557 2827 • Grid Ref: E6
Infamous underground cabaret: 3rd season! Enter an ever-changing world of circus, music, theatre, comedy, burlesque. Discover our secret den of strange entertainments with handpicked acts from across the Festival. Dance 'til dawn! 'I'm going back' **** Scotsman.
Preview Aug 5: 23:00 (5hrs) £6.00 Aug 6-8,12-15,19-22,26: 23:00 (4hrs) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 9,16,23: 23:00 (4hrs) £9.50 (£8.50)
Skye Loneragan in association with Scamp Theatre
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:40 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 15:40 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,24-26: 15:40 (1hr) £10.00 (£8.50)
Black blueswoman Ethel Waters could 'shake her thang', making audiences shake with pleasure. Depression-era Broadway star. Share her musical story with ValLimar Jansen in this Kennedy Center award-winning performance. www.thegreenroomvenue.com www.vallimarjansenisethelwaters.com
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Peter Molnár Kálloy
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The Green Room, 37 Guthrie Street • 0131 220 0885 • Grid Ref: E5
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Velvet Scratch Theatre Lab Company
Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
There is no rest and certainly no peace in the macabre world of the undead. A vibrant underworld comes to life with powerful images, music and theatrical animation with a contemporary touch. Sell-out, Groundwork Festival, London 2007. Aug 20-26: 18:25 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Venus as a Boy
National Theatre of Scotland Workshop/Burnt Goods Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Adaptation of Luke Sutherland's acclaimed novel, created and performed by awardwinning actor Tam Dean Burn. Featuring live music from Luke Sutherland. An explosive and haunting story about the miraculous power of sex. Preview Aug 2: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£5.00) Aug 3: 18:45 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4: 20:45 (1hr 15mins) ) Aug 5: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) ) Aug 7,12: 14:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 8: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 9: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 10: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 11: 12:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 14,19,25: 16:45 (1hr 15mins) Aug 15,26: 19:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 16,22: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 17,23: 11:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 18,24: 13:45 (1hr 15mins) ) Aug 21: 19:15 (1hr 15mins) ) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Victor Spinetti - A Very Private Diary; Revisited Richard Jordan Productions Ltd and Pleasance
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
A sell-out at London's Donmar Warehouse. Screen and theatre legend Spinetti unlocks his diary to tell stories from Beatles to Burton and Dietrich to Dali. 'An entertainer with few equals' Daily Mail. Directed by Ned Sherrin. Aug 15-16,20-21,23,27: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £9.50 (£8.00) Aug 17-19,24-26: 16:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.50 (£9.00) Aug 24: 00:00 (1hr 10mins) £10.00 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Vivienne Grout's Adventure In Another Metropolis sparkleDark
Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
'Haunts the memory like a strange perfume: clinging, sinister and full of promise' Scotsman. A new one-woman show inspired by Tim Burton's 'Voodoo Girl'. Find magic in the metropolis ... but foxes too. Aug 13-16,20-23: 22:45 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 17-19,24-26: 22:45 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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THE VOICES IN MY HEAD HAVE FORMED A CHOIR AND SOMEBODY'S SINGING FLAT! Don Stitt
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 13 Bristo Square • 0131 668 1633 • Grid Ref: F5
Broadway veteran comic actor Don Stitt introduces memorable people from his five decades in showbiz. With stories, songs, inspiration and tap dancing, 'Voices' has something for everyone!
Preview Aug 1-4: 16:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-9,13,15-16,20,22-23: 16:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 16:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The Vortex
Centre Stage Theatre Company Diverse Attractions, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid Ref: E4
Returning from their 2006 sell-out Fringe play, Centre Stage Theatre Company presents 'The Vortex'. Set around the 1920s cocktail scene, Noel Coward's controversial drama portrays a family lost in its own deceit.Your preconceptions will be shattered! Aug 13-14: 21:15 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 (£4.00) Aug 15-18: 21:15 (1hr 10mins) £7.50 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Vortigern's Kingdom Shakey Theatre
Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace • 0131 220 6109 • Grid Ref: E4
'Vortigern's Kingdom', brings a darkly comic turn to the myths of Wales. Storytellers from darkest Cymru vie for your attention. Written and starring Owen Staton - the world's greatest teller of tall tales. Aug 20-25: 20:15 (50mins) £7.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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VOyAGe WiThOuT Our FATher Christopher & Michael Mulvey
Central Branch, royal British Legion, rodney street • Grid ref: B4
Dominic Mulvey volunteered for the Royal Navy in 1939 and protected Atlantic and Arctic convoys on a minesweeper. His sons now disentangle the rigging of Dominic's life both in and out of war.
Aug 18-19,22,24: 14:30 (1hr 20mins) £8.00 (£5.00) (£3.00 O) Aug 21,23,25: 19:30 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£7.00) (£3.00 O) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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WAiTinG FOr GrOuChO Rhymes with Purple Productions
The zoo, 140 The Pleasance • 0131 662 6892 • Grid ref: F6
Harpo and Chico are waiting for Groucho - he's late and they can't go on without him. An imagined conversation in which the Marx Brothers reminisce about their journey from Vaudeville to Hollywood legends. Preview Aug 3-4: 16:00 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 5-27: 16:00 (1hr) £7.00 (£5.50)
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A WALk in The PArk
Oran MorE! at Assembly - The Best From a Play, a Pie and a Pint Assembly @ George street, 54 George street • 0131 623 3030 • Grid ref: d4
By Dave Anderson. A melancholic is inspired by a little girl, a squirrel, a fox, a flower, a bottle of Buckfast, a crow and an echo. 'Deliciously surreal, tragic, humorous, full of theatrical magic' Scotsman. Preview Aug 2-3: 13:40 (1hr 10mins) £5.00 Aug 4-7,9,13-14,16,20-21,27: 13:40 (1hr 10mins) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,23-26: 13:40 (1hr 10mins) £12.50 (£11.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The WALWOrTh FArCe Druid
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge street, off Lothian rd • 0131 228 1404 • Grid ref: e3
11am, London. Three Irish men will consume six cans of Harp, ten pink wafers and a chicken with blue sauce. And five people will be killed. New play by Enda Walsh ('Disco Pigs') from Druid: 'Synge', EIF 2005.
see page 229 for show information
Preview Aug 3: 19:00 (2hrs 10mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Preview Aug 4: 12:00 (2hrs 10mins) £11.00 (£5.00) Aug 5: 16:00 (2hrs 10mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 7,10,14,17,21,24: 19:00 (2hrs 10mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 8,11,15,18,22,25: 11:00 (2hrs 10mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 9,12,16,19,23,26: 15:00 (2hrs 10mins) £16.00 (£11.00) (£5.00 U) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Pleasance dome, 1 Bristo square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: F5
'A piece which cunningly links the moon landings with Barlow's own aspirations to reach for the apparently unattainable. It is a warm, inspiring show that celebrates the art of acting ... the result is thoroughly entertaining' Guardian, May 2007. Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23,27: 13:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.00) Aug 10-11,17-19,24-26: 13:15 (1hr) £9.00 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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The WAy LiGhT sTrikes FiLLed MAsOn JArs Second Wind Productions
The Vault, 11 Merchant street • 08452 26 27 21 • Grid ref: e5
Does art outweigh love? Literary heavyweights from Tennessee Williams to Joan Didion are channeled through two dysfunctional writers. Winner 'Best Of' San Francisco Fringe. Aug 6-12: 18:35 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The WAy The LAnd Lies A SEDUCTIVELY BLEAK COMEDY
RU Theatre Group
“REMARKABLE”
A deception reverberates down a lifetime, turning childhood pals into bitter old enemies. A village setting echoes with music, laughter, tears and sheer bloodymindedness as we follow three men along a winding road of years.
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19 - 26 AUGUST 11AM VENUE 201- BRISTO SQUARE
diverse Attractions, riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket • 0131 225 8961 • Grid ref: e4
Aug 20-25: 17:15 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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The Weekend
Edinburgh Theatre Arts st ninian's hall, Comely Bank road • 01620 860 802 • Grid ref: B1
Michael Palin's first stage play takes a look at family values. A family gathering for the weekend provides the perfect platform for Palin's humour. However, as the story unfolds he shows a much darker side. Unmissable! Aug 6-8,10-11,13-18: 19:40 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£7.00) Aug 11,18: 14:30 (1hr 45mins) £9.00 (£7.00)
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WeiGhTs: One BLind MAn's JOurney The Firehouse Theater Company
Theatre Workshop, 34 hamilton Place • 0131 226 5425 • Grid ref: B2
Lynn Manning was shot and blinded in a Hollywood bar at 23. He tells his remarkable life story through music, drama and poetry. 'Powerful' Time Out. 'Mesmerizing' Hollywood Reporter. Aug 9-18: 18:30 (1hr 25mins) £7.00 (£5.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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We WiLL rOCk yOu
Mt3 (One Vision) Ltd. theatre school amateur productions Acoustic Music Centre @ st Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace • 0131 346 1405 • Grid ref: F1
Mt3 (One Vision) theatre students perform the worldwide cult rock musical by Queen and Ben Elton. Rock is dead ... Global corporations control your mind ... Join the Bohemians in the fight back now!
by ali muriel
Aug 10-12: 12:00 (2hrs 15mins) £8.00
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what burns doesn’t matter. what matters doesn’t burn.
WhATeVer hAPPened TO Lyn rOe? New Crescent Productions
pleasance jack dome potterow student union bristo square box office 0131 556 6550
roman eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid ref: e4
Triumph and tragedy of a legendary sex goddess. Embroiled in the politics of a vital time in the 20th Century. Aug 5-11: 22:00 (1hr 15mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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WhAT iF? Tale on Fire
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid ref: e6
For anyone who's wanted to party hard and snog like an animal but just stayed at home and 'facebooked'! Award-nominated company returns with an eccentric tale of missed opportunities and secret desires. Trademark humour/physical style. www.taleonfire.com Preview Aug 1-3: 14:15 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,21-23,27: 14:15 (1hr) £7.50 (£5.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 14:15 (1hr) £8.50 (£6.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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WhAT's yOur POisOn? Up All Night Productions
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roman eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace • 0131 2267207 • Grid ref: e4
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Aug 13-18,20-25: 14:15 (1hr 30mins) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Award-winning playwright Joe Orton's farce masterpiece - sexuality in all its exuberant, amoral, and ruthless excess. Laughter is a serious business in the fast-paced and outrageously funny play from this critically-acclaimed company. 'Exceptional' edinburghguide.com. www.aboutturn.co.uk
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rocket @ demarco roxy Art house, 2 roxburgh Place • 0871 750 0077 • Grid ref: e6
home to excellence for UK & international theatre
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Aug 3-11,13-18,20-25: 17:45 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50)
QUEEN STREET FREDERICK
This new play by Up All Night explores the twin themes of addiction and dependence. Will Lisa realise too late the price she is paying for her independence?
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The Whole Arrangement CalArts Festival Theater
Venue 13, Lochend Close, Canongate • 07074 201313 • Grid Ref: D6
From underneath her petticoat, one woman struggles to be invisible and the centre of attention at the same time. But, when the other woman, her back-up singer, threatens to steal the show, the real struggle begins ... Aug 9-10: 11:15 (1hr) £4.00 Aug 11: 11:15 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) Aug 12,14-19: 17:00 (1hr) £8.00 (£6.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Wish I Had a Sylvia Plath Strophium
Underbelly's Smirnoff Baby Belly,The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
A vivid satirical tragedy. One hour; one actor; one talking oven. On stage and screen: a suicidal American housewife, her ex-husband, his lover and more. 'Surprising ... electrifying theatre!' Pulitzer-nominated David Hopes. Preview Aug 2-3: 21:10 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23: 21:10 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 21:10 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Wit
Double Edge Drama Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
7.30PM: 1-27 AUGUST (EXCEPT 14 AUG) ZooNation WWW.ZOONATION.CO.UK PLEASANCE COURTYARD www.myspace.com/zoonation
0131 556 6550 www.pleasance.co.uk
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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1999: Margaret Edson's hugely acclaimed play about the Holy Sonnets of John Donne, terminal cancer and the true nature of wit, makes you laugh when you shouldn't ... but that's the point! Aug 13-16,20-23: 13:30 (1hr) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50)
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Without A Face
Oneday Maybe Productions Venue 260 @ Jury's Inn, 43 Jeffrey Street • 0131 556 0476 • Grid Ref: D6
Do you ever really have control of your life? Is someone else pulling the strings? What's your monologue? Join us as we look at all things good and evil in life, then give them a second look. Preview Aug 4,6: 18:00 (50mins) £4.00 Aug 7-11,13-18: 18:00 (50mins) £5.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Womb Man RJ Arts
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House, 2 Roxburgh Pl • 0871 750 0077 • Grid Ref: E6
Woman, and Man, explore the ideas associated with each sex through a range of characters that find themselves in a twisted struggle against the author's words ... A new one man show by Ricky Payne. Aug 13-18,20-25: 19:40 (1hr 15mins) £9.50 (£7.50)
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The Women of Lockerbie
The American High School Theatre Festival Blueside, Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street • 0131 553 1876 • Grid Ref: A6
December 21, 1988, Pan American flight 103 exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland, killing 270 people. This production wrestles with the intense sense of loss, grief and insecurity that permeates our planet in a time tainted by terrorism. Aug 7: 18:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 8: 22:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 9: 14:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.00) Aug 11: 10:20 (1hr 10mins) £6.00 (£4.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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Woody Sez
Melting Pot Theatre Company and Paul Lucas Productions E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
Woody Guthrie's music inspires today's finest storytelling songwriters (Dylan, Springsteen, Mellencamp, Bragg, Indigo Girls). Guthrie's hits and history brought to foot-stomping life by four Broadway/recording artists. Fiddle, guitar, harmonica, banjo, mandolin, dulcimer, dobro, and beautiful folk harmonies! www.woodysez.com
see page 180 for show information
Preview Aug 2-3: 13:35 (1hr) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20-23,27: 13:35 (1hr) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:35 (1hr) £10.00 (£9.00) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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A Work in Progress
Yellow Moon
C cubed, Brodie's Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E4
Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road • 0131 228 1404 • Grid Ref: E3
Smokey stylish new work reminiscent of a Parisian Film Noir. This mystery thriller follows an author as he prepares to finish his great work, but his characters have other ideas ... Comedic take on the crime genre.
A small Scottish town, two teenagers, a murder and a rollercoaster quest for a place to hide. By David Greig; 'outstanding' *****Scotsman. 'One of the best new plays of the year ... engrossing, engaging, well worth a look' ****Times.
Rattlesnake! Theatre Company
TAG Theatre Company
Aug 13,27: 11:05 (55mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 15,17,21,23: 11:05 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 19,25: 11:05 (55mins) £8.50 (£7.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
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World's End by Paul Sellar Andy Jordan Productions
Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: F5
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Set in Primrose Hill on the day that Kat moves out of Ben's flat. 'World's End' is a ferociously satirical, beautifully sad and painfully funny study of love and loss. 'A thrilling writer' Time Out. Preview Aug 3: 15:40 (1hr 20mins) £5.00 Aug 4-9,14-16,20-23: 15:40 (1hr 20mins) £9.00 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:40 (1hr 20mins) £10.00 (£8.50) 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5
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Can passionate hate turn into passionate love? New writing about a failing writer, a reclusive woman and their relationship. As opinions, conflict and emotions bubble up, the tension grows until it ends in explosive climax. www.firingpin.mfbiz.com
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Kenneth Price
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A Youth in Asia Croc Productions
understairs @Royal Scots Club,The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place • 0131 525 6152 • Grid Ref: C4
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'What did you want to be when you were a boy? And what are we now?' Kenneth Price's solo performance inspired by the life, work and friends of the mercurial Scottish poet.
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Wunderkind
Down to Earth Theatre Productions in association with Calipo Theatre Company Following a sold-out Irish run, this brilliant and savage satire on the movie industry, where dream deals are made then left on the cutting room floor, finds its UK premiere. 'Energy, style originality and passion' Irish Times.
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XXX Anonymous
Icarus
C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Claustrophobic new work about a sordid and ambiguous love-triangle between a brother, his sister and her boyfriend. Shot through with dank dark doings, humour and power-play. A tale of horrid mirth to subvert and disturb. Aug 3,13,27: 22:30 (50mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 5,7,9,15,17,21,23: 22:30 (50mins) £7.50 (£6.50) Aug 11,19,25: 22:30 (50mins) £8.50 (£7.50)
Julian Fox
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
Performance artist/cult Radio 4 star presents fantastical mix of urban reflections, home-videos, electro-ish pop songs. 'What in other hands might be bruisingly dull, here proves engrossing, endearing and wholly entertaining' Guardian.
Preview Aug 1-3: 12:45 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-6,8-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 12:45 (1hr) £7.00 (£6.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 12:45 (1hr) £8.00 (£7.00)
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Yamato Chanbara - The Samurai Sword Yamato
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 The Pleasance • 0131 556 6550 • Grid Ref: E6
The sword masters behind 'Kill Bill' join Yamato, the creators of the million-selling drummers of Japan, to return with their 2006 smash-hit. The power of the Taiko drums and the samurai sword are back for another unforgettable experience!
Preview Aug 1-3: 15:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13,15-16,20,22-23,27: 15:30 (1hr) £12.50 (£10.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 15:30 (1hr) £14.00 (£12.50)
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You've Got to Love Dancing to Stick to it
Sex is a time bomb waiting to explode ... 'A must see ... amazing show', Prague TV, 2006. There is nowhere this company is afraid to go ... 'best thing I have seen yet', Blatt, Prague, 2006. 'The audience was absorbed' Irish Times 2004. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
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Sweet ECA, Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/Grassmarket) • 0870 241 0136 • Grid Ref: F4
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You've Got to Laugh
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Theatre Lab Company
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E4 UdderBELLY's Pasture, Bristo Square • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: F5
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Underbelly, 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) • 0870 745 3083 • Grid Ref: E5
Preview Aug 2-3: 18:35 (1hr 15mins) £6.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 18:35 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£8.00) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 18:35 (1hr 15mins) £12.00 (£10.00)
Dominatrix, housewife, lesbian - legend! The audacious, outrageous and true tale of Josie Pickering. New comedy following one woman's journey into the world of whips, basques and bondage - to find her true calling as a dominatrix Madame.
This original black comedy by young Scots poet Latimer uses interlinked monologues to tell the highly lyrical tale of four train passengers - suicidal, vain, lost and angry. '... Elm Street meets Mr. Bean' - Bob Robinson
W. S. Graham: Out Of His Head
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C soco, Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate • 0845 260 1234 • Grid Ref: E5
Aug 12,18-19,25-26: 23:20 (1hr 5mins) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 13,20,27: 23:20 (1hr 5mins) £6.50 (£5.50) Aug 14-17,21-24: 23:20 (1hr 5mins) £7.50 (£6.50)
Firing Pin
Preview Aug 2-3: 13:30 (1hr) £5.00 Aug 4-9,13-16,20-23: 13:30 (1hr) £8.50 (£7.50) Aug 10-12,17-19,24-26: 13:30 (1hr) £9.50 (£8.50)
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Hope Theatre Company
Writer's Block
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Preview Aug 2: 20:45 (1hr 15mins) £10.00 (£5.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 3: 12:15 (1hr 15mins) £14.00 (£10.00) (£5.00 U) Aug 4: 14:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 5: 16:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 7,12: 18:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 8: 20:30 (1hr 15mins) ) Aug 9: 12:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 10: 14:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 11: 16:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 14: 21:15 (1hr 15mins) Aug 15,21,26: 11:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 16,22: 13:30 (1hr 15mins) Aug 17,23: 15:45 (1hr 15mins) Aug 18,24: 18:00 (1hr 15mins) Aug 19,25: 21:00 (1hr 15mins)
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Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides Venue: 123 • Grid Ref: F1 • St Brides, 10 Orwell Terrace D 0131 346 1405 • Jul 30-Aug 3 10:00-16:00 Aug 6-26 10:00 to last show start time. A www.acousticmusiccentre.com The Acoustic Music Centre @ St Bride’s is a mere five minute walk along Dalry Road from Haymarket rail station/ road junction. The venue contains two performance spaces; ‘The Big Room’ and ‘The Back Room’. Bar and food available. B Meals, snacks, refreshments, licensed bar C Accessible to wheelchair users except for Back Room. Limited wheelchair spaces in auditorium, advance notice appreciated, please call venue information number.
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Armstrongs Retro Fashion Extravaganza
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Adam Bulley & Malcolm MacFarlane Akkerman, Jan Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas Alex Yellowlees Hot Club Quartet Brechin, Wilkinson, Martin Burach Carroll, Clive Carthy, Martin Cassani, Roberto Deaf Shepherd Dickinson, Johnny Fribo Gaughan, Dick Grossman, Stefan Harem Scarem India Alba - Reels and Ragas John Wright in Concert Jones, Billy Kenny Young and the Eggplants Lau Lori Watson Three Malinky Marra, Michael McCalmans Memphis meets the Midlands Miller, Ed North Sea Gas in Concert Old Blind Dogs Parallelogram Rachel Unthank & The Winterset Renbourn, John Singing the Scots Songs and Ballads Spirit of Scotland, The Tam White - Flying solo 2007 Tom Russell and Michael Martin Two Ians’ Greatest Hits, The Two Tall Girls, The Up the Bloody Raw! Wailin’ Jennys, The Wrigley Sisters, The
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We Will Rock You
Act-IV@The Radisson Venue: 39 • Grid Ref: E5 • Venue 39, Holyrood Room D Aug 12-19 10:30-20:30 A www.act-iv-theatre.com A cornucopia! Professional comedy, drama, music from around the world. For every age and taste! Set in the chic 5star, air-conditioned luxury of the Radisson Hotel-slap bang on the Royal Mile. Sassy shows, comfy chairs, lovely loos! C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
nChildren’s Shows Croc Doesn’t Eat Chicken!
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Europrats - A 12 Star Revue!
nMusicals & Opera
From Oz to Edinburgh via Broadway Full Monty, The
nTheatre Dear Heart Here to Stay
The Adam Pottery Venue: 135 • Grid Ref: B3 • 76 Henderson Row D 0131 557 3978 Working pottery open throughout the year, situated in New Town basement. Individual ceramics include sculptural and figurative pieces, beside a wide range of wheel-thrown stoneware and porcelain.Visitors welcome to watch work in progress. C Restricted access, down 12 basement steps.
nExhibitions Clay 2007
Apex International Hotel Venue: 16 • Grid Ref: E4 • 31-35 Grassmarket D 0131 226 0000 A www.apexhotels.co.uk Our 2 AA Rosette Heights Restaurant proves that stunning views of Edinburgh Castle can go hand-in-hand with equally sensational Scottish cuisine. At Metro Brasserie, natural materials and cool colours are the backdrop to up-to-theminute dishes offering modern, eclectic eating. B 2 restaurants and stylish bar offering pre-show dinner and snack menus. For dinner reservations, contact the hotel direct on 0845 365 0002. C Restricted wheelchair access, venue down flight of stairs. Please call 0131 300 3456 for further information.
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Fringe Annual General Meeting
Assembly @ Assembly Hall Venue: 35 • Grid Ref: E4 • Mound Place D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11.Tel sales: Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-18:00 & Aug 2-27 09:00-23:30. Counter sales: Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-17:30 Assembly Hall Box Office: from Aug 2-27 10:00-00:00 A www.assemblyfestival.com Now in its third year, this magnificent venue at the top of the Mound presents the finest and most spectacular drama, dance and comedy. Entrance and box office through New College Quad off Mound Place. B Fully licensed bar and café all day. C Disabled entrance on Lawnmarket. Lift to auditorium. Adapted WC. Advance notice appreciated.
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Break Out Intelligent Finance Comedy Awards Shows, The Jason Byrne: Shy Pigs, With Wigs, Hidden In The Twigs Jason Byrne’s Telly Idea Which May Also Work On The Radio Show! Stand Up For Freedom
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Maximum Crew
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Scotland’s Best Design Exhibition
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Havana Rumba! Soweto Gospel Choir - African Spirit
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Truth In Translation
Assembly @ George Street Venue: 3 • Grid Ref: D4 • Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales: Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-18:00 & daily from Aug 2-27 09:00-23:30. Counter sales: Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-17:30 daily from Aug 2-27 10:00-00:00 A www.assemblyfestival.com The famous Assembly Rooms, at the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, has been home to Assembly for 27 years, presenting the best theatre, comedy and music that the Fringe can offer. Lively bars, delicious food, open 10am until late! B Fully licensed bar and café all day. C All rooms are wheelchair accessible except the Drawing Room. Wheelchair accessible WC.
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Aesop’s Fables - Michael Morpurgo James Campbell’s Onomatopoeia Society III: The Vegetarian Amputation Project 240
James Campbell’s Spinistry of Moonerism Little Howard And The Magic Pencil Of Life And Death Men Of Steel Professor Bumm’s Story Machine
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Adam Hills: Joymonger Alan Carr & Friends At The Fringe Best of the Fest 2007 Best Western Brigstocke, Marcus David O’Doherty: It’s David O’Doherty Time Frankie Boyle - Morons, I Can Heal You Hall, Rich Insomnobabble Jimmy Tingle’s American Dream Jo Caulfield Goes To Hell Kristen Schaal As You’ve Probably Never Seen Her Before Lawrence Leung Learns To Breakdance Maeve Higgins: My News My Buddy Bill - Rick Cleveland Neil Delamere: The Viking Show Pam Ann - One World Alliance Phill Jupitus & Andre Vincent: Waiting For Alice Phill Jupitus Reads Dickens Robin Ince Knew This Would Happen Sarah Kendall: My Very First Kidnapping Voodoo Vaudeville Zach Galifianakis AKA Baklava Rodriquez
nDance Traces
nExhibitions
Protect The Human Exhibition, The
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Belly of a Drunken Piano Magnets - Six Mics, No Luggage, The Tschaikowsky (and other Russians)
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Ae Fond Kiss Age Of Angels American Poodle Arnold Wesker’s The Mistress Basic Training Cállate! Dickens Unplugged -The Complete Works Of Charles Dickens (Abridged) Exits and Entrances - Athol Fugard Follow Me Forgotten Voices Glance at New York, A Harden The F**K Up World Hysteria Life In a Marital Institution One Tree / The One Sea, The Pitch, The Playing Burton Private Peaceful - Michael Morpurgo Rodney Bewes - On The Stage - And Off Romeo and Juliet Rosebud: The Lives of Orson Welles Scarborough Tir Nan Og Under Milk Wood Walk In The Park, A
Assembly @ St George’s West Venue: 157 • Grid Ref: E2 • 58 Shandwick Place D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales: Mon-Sat from June 23 10.00-18.00 Aug 2-27 09.00-23.30. Counter sales: Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Mon-Sat from June 23 10.00-17.30 St George’s West Box Office: from Aug 3-27 10.00-23.00 A www.assemblyfestival.com Assembly presents a unique programme of internationally acclaimed work, across two performance spaces, and a sculpture exhibiton in this beautiful and atmospheric church in the West End. B Good value café/bar. Café 09:30-00:00. Fully licensed bar 16:00-00:00. C Disabled entrance on Stafford Street. Lift to ground level & balcony. Adapted WC from Stafford Street
nChildren’s Shows Kidsamonium
nExhibitions
Zimbabwe Sculpture
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Ambassadors of Swing Impropera Lion Spirit Welcome Back to Hotel California Yellow Hands
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Bigger Than Jesus Certified Male Emergence-See! Flower Power Hamlet (solo) I Am My Own Wife I, Lear Lady Of Burma Popsicle Departure 1989
Assembly @ The Queen’s Hall Venue: 72 • Grid Ref: G6 • Clerk Street D 0131 668 2019 or 0131 623 3030 • Open year round 10:00 til 15 mins after start of last performance. A www.thequeenshall.net /www.assemblyfestival.com The Queen’s Hall teams up with Assembly to present a remarkable programme of Scottish and international music and comedy. Famed for its intimate atmosphere and friendly welcome, come and see top international artists perform at Edinburgh’s best live music venue! B Snacks and licensed bar at all performances. C Ramped access. Entrance: 1yd +1. Wheelchair spaces in hall. Infra-red audio system and induction loop. Accessible bar. Adapted WC. Parking on Clerk Street. Automatic door at front.
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MacAulay, Fred
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Barb Jungr Sings Bob Dylan Blazin’ Fiddles GBH MacLean, Dougie Reader, Eddi Salsa Celtica Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room
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B Drinks available until 03:00 C Restricted disabled access in a listed building. 2 flights of stairs down to basement from street.
Marlene Dietrich
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Amsterdam Underground Comedy Collective Jason John Whitehead - Pretending To Be Retarded Is Impolite! .... and other revelations Midnight @ The Tron Review This Steve Hughes - Heavy Metal Comedy
Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre Venue: 41 • Grid Ref: D3 • 19 Hill Street D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales: Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-18:00 from Aug 2-27 09:00-23:30. Counter sales at Assembly Rooms: Mon-Sat from Jun 23-Aug 1 10:00-17:30 from Aug 2-27 10:0000:00 Venue sales: daily from Aug 10:00-23:00 A 0131 226 6522 • www.assemblyfestival.com Magically created from an historic Masonic Lodge in the heart of Georgian Edinburgh, this award-winning theatre joins the Assembly group of venues and celebrates 18 years of popular drama. ‘A venue dedicated to quality’ Telegraph. ‘A cut above average.’ Scotsman. B Licensed bar. Snacks and refreshments by day, ‘Bloody Marys’ by night. C The Hill Street Theatre management regrets that listed-building status severely curtails disabled access to the venue. However, the staff will be more than happy to assist clients up stairs if desired. There is space for 2 wheelchairs in each auditorium.
nChildren’s Shows Wish, A
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Assembly Aurora Nova
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Venue: 8 • Grid Ref: B3 • St Stephen’s Street D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales: Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-18:00 from Aug 2-27 09:00-23:30. Counter sales at Assembly Rooms: MonSat from Jun 23-Aug 1 10:00-17:30 from Aug 2-27 10:00-00:00 Venue sales: daily from Aug 10:00-23:00 A 0131 558 3468 • www.auroranova.org www.assemblyfestival.com Assembly Aurora Nova (Guardian Best Venue 2004) presents outstanding and original international visual and dance theatre. The venue has a reputation for excellence and innovation by consistently presenting an award winning programme of the highest quality. B Café and bar open all day and evening. C Restricted access. 40 steps to main theatre. 25 steps to downstairs theatre. Where possible, assistance will always be provided. Advance notice appreciated, please call venue information number.
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Art of Laughter, The Astronomy For Insects Battle of Stalingrad, The Cabaret Decay Unlimited Get Your War On Hangman Incarnat John Moran and his Neighbor, Saori Lacrimosa Leitmotif Orpheus Queen of the Slaughter Score (Terre d’Arène) Victoria Woyzeck
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Table (Stolik), The
Claytime
Venue: 9 • Grid Ref: E5 • The Tron, Hunter Square, Royal Mile D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales Mon-Sat from Jun 23 10:00-18:00 daily from Aug 2-27 09:00-23:30 Venue sales: Aug 3-27 17:00-00:00 A www.edinburghcomedy.com Probably the greatest stand-up room in the history of Western Civilisation, feted from Acapulco to Zanzibar, the Edinburgh Comedy Room’s central, sexy, subterranean location has made it the venue of choice for the international stand-up jet-set.
nMusicals & Opera House Of The Holy Afro, The
nChildren’s Shows
Jimmy Tingle For President Potato: A Show That Will Save The World Bitches’ Ball, The Blood Confession Bombers’ Row Ca$h in Christ! Change: The Upcoming War with Iran Conversation With Edith Head, A Dylan Thomas: Return Journey - Bob Kingdom, (Original Direction By Anthony Hopkins) Lesson by Eugene Ionesco, The Nijinsky’s Last Dance Savage/Love Superpatriots and Morons and Pregnant With Emotion Sweet UFO Truman Capote Talk Show - Bob Kingdom
Assembly Universal Arts Venue: 7 • Grid Ref: D3 • Freemason’s Hall D 0131 623 3030 • Web sales: 24hrs from Jun 11 Tel sales: 10:00-18:00 Mon-Sat from Jun 23 09:00-23:30 from Aug 2-27 Counter sales at Assembly Rooms: 10:00-17:30 Mon-Sat from Jun 23-Aug 1 10:00-00:00 from Aug 2-27 Venue sales: 10:00-23:00 daily from Aug. A www.assemblyfestival.com Major new George Street venue managed by renowned Universal Arts in association with Assembly, specialising in UK and International shows. From roll-your-sleeves up kids shows to serious drama to let-your-hair down classy night-time cabaret for the discerning Fringe-goer. Quintessentially New Town. B Licensed bar, Champagne Bar in Mysterious. C 6 steps from pavement to building entrance. Level access to Theatre, disabled WCs. Access to Cabaret Theatre only by stairs.
Book Club - All-New Fighting Years, The Craig Hill - Makin’ a Big Song & Dance Talking Heads
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Meli Melo II
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Eva Cassidy - Songbird
nMusicals & Opera nTheatre
Adolf Cave of the Golden Calf, The Government Inspector, The Journey of Jeannie Deans, The Nijinsky Special Teenage Kicks
At Your House Venue: 378 • Grid Ref: n/a • Wherever you live D 07921 645517 A www.thehappyproject.co.uk Your home, where you live. Happy is performed in your own house, in whichever room your prefer. Home is where the happy is! For more details go to www.thehappyproject.co.uk. C Disabled access is available if you have disabled access!
nComedy Happy
Augustine’s Venue: 152 • Grid Ref: E5 • 41 George IV Bridge D 08452 26 27 21 • Tel: Jul 1-Aug 5 11:00-19:00 Tel/in person: Aug 6-Aug 27 10:15-22:45 A 0131 510 0022 • www.paradise-green.co.uk Paradise Green Promotions brings you theatre at the heart of the Fringe, presenting shows of diverse theatrical styles and international backgrounds. Visit this friendly venue, take advantage of our coffee bar, and soak up the true atmosphere of the Fringe. B Hot and cold drinks and snacks available all day. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Portable entrance ramp. Advance notice appreciated.
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Alice - The Musical Haiku for Kids Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Little Sweep, The Peter Pan or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up Toad’s Revenge Voyage of the Dawn Treader, The
nComedy
Comedy and Cake
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Bean Bar Zambuka
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Aaron Ross: Daylight
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Bonnet Blue, The Confessions of Julian Po, The Enchanted Lovers - A New Dido, The Guilds Iron Curtain Little Shop of Horrors Richard O’Brien’s Mephistopheles Smith Skin Deep Snowflake (100 words for snow, one for sorrow) Songs For A New World Turing Test, The
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Almost Haunted Borstal Boy Choke Point Class Cruel Intentions Day in the Death of Joe Egg, A Last Man Standing Lord of the Flies Love Intrigues Loving the Accordionist Matrix: The Pantomime, The Melancholia Merrick (Tales of the Elephant Man) This is an insult to Beckett and Fo Twelfth Night
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Auld Reekie’s Haunted Underground City Experience Venue: 129 • Grid Ref: E5 • Meet outside Tron Kirk, 122 Royal Mile D 0131 557 4700 • Jul 30-Sep 2 10:00-00:00 A www.auldreekietours.com One of the scariest and most active paranormal locations in the world for theatrical storytelling of the most terrifying tales of history, witchcraft, torture and the supernatural. All tours end in Scotland’s most haunted pub, Nicol Edwards, with drinks promos. B 11:00-05:00 in 3 bars. C Walking tour-difficult access.
Blackhall St Columba’s Parish Church Hall Venue: 117 • Grid Ref: C1 • Muirdale Terrace D 07788 757 297 • 18:00-22:00 on performance dates A 0131 449 4856 The church hall is a very spacious, well-appointed and easily accessed venue. Parking is on the main road and side streets. Public bus service to door. B Available. C Fully accessible.
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Home Is Where Your Clothes Are
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The Black Tent
Bedlam Theatre
Venue: 369 • Grid Ref: LEITH • Ocean Terminal, Leith D 0870 169 0100 A www.gigsinscotland.com • www.fuerzabruta.eu The hit show Fuerzabruta will perform at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in a sensational Black Tent. Accommodating a standing audience of 1200 it will be a major landmark opposite the Ocean Terminal in Leith.
Auld Reekie’s Haunted Underground City Experience
Venue: 49 • Grid Ref: F5 • 11b Bristo Place D 0131 225 9893 • 10:00-02:00 A 0131 225 9893 • www.bedlamfringe.co.uk Well-known for intelligent and original productions, Bedlam Theatre plays host to a variety of talent this year. Check our website for additional events in the Fat Cat Café, as well as scrumptious food and a pleasant atmosphere. B Café, licensed bar all day. C Entrance: 3yd 2+3 Str WC (+2). Aud: 30yd 2+5 Str. Wheelchair access from Forrest Road and adapted WC’s.
nChildren’s Shows
Little Red Things: The Boy Who Wouldn’t Listen Mouse, the Bird and the Sausage and other Grimm Tales, The Tempest, The
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Improverts, The Third Of The Way Done, A
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B Vending machines. C Fully accessible.
nChildren’s Shows Circus for Success
The Bongo Club Venue: 143 • Grid Ref: E6 • 37 Holyrood Road D 0131 557 2827 A www.thebongoclub.co.uk Edinburgh’s all year round creative engine-room. We offer a gourmet selection of theatre, cabaret, live music, visual arts and clubbing. Our café adds delicious home made food, free internet and great coffee to the mix. All brought to you by the friendliest staff in town. B Food available 13:00-17:00, licensed bar till 05:00 C Access to downstairs/main performance space.
nChildren’s Shows Comedy Club 4 Kids Music Island Adventure
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Amused Moose Laugh Off Final Songs For Swingin’ Leaders
Fuerzabruta
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The Blue Blazer
nMusic
Venue: 280 • Grid Ref: F3 • 2 Spittal Street D 0131 229 5030 A 0131 229 5030 Edinburgh Pub of the Year 2007, The Blue Blazer boasts a wide range of Scottish ale, whisky and rum. All served by friendly staff in a cosy bar. Sunny by day, candlelit by night. Don’t miss it! Open 11:00-03:00. B Food and drink available all day. C Easy access to bar. WC down staircase.
nEvents
Not Another Firkin Festival
Flamenco for Lunch! Honeymoon Suite, The
nTheatre
After Electra Tale of Two Cities, A Vaudeville Cabaret Club
Bonhams Auctioneers & Valuers Venue: 96 • Grid Ref: D4 • 65 George Street D 0131 225 2266 A www.bonhams.com Bonhams’ George Street premises are the most prestigious purpose built auction rooms in Scotland. Situated in the heart of the New Town, auctioneers have been selling Fine Art and Antiques on this site for over a hundred years.
Arcadia Corpus Christi Galois De Gaulle Grimoire Much Ado About Nothing Odyssey Ordinaries...in an awkward silence, The Quest for the Devine Bottle, The Shakespeare Bingo featuring ‘A Comedy of Errors’ Smile and Say Thanks ‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore
Venue: 103 • Grid Ref:A6 • Pilrig Church, 1b Pilrig Street D 0131 553 1876 • All day throughout the Fringe. A www.w4blueside.co.uk Blueside is a gentle stroll along Leith Walk, past its sister venue Greenside, playing host for the second year running to the award winning American High School Theatre Festival! B Café offering light refreshments. C Stairs leading to the performance space. All staff are DDA aware and are only too happy to help. Prior notice appreciated.
British Medical Association in Scotland
Beehive Inn
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Venue: 284 • Grid Ref: C4 • 14 Queen Street D 0131 247 3000 • Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 Festival Art at the BMA is once again offering Fringe audiences a chance to view the works of contemporary Scottish artists. This year’s exhibition by The Strathearn Gallery, makes full use of the unique exhibition space at The BMA in Scotland to enhance the artists’ work.
Venue: 178 • Grid Ref: E4 • 18 Grassmarket D 0131 226 0000 A historical 16th century coaching inn situated in the heart of the Old Town, The Beehive Inn still has links with the past and is now a fine pub and restaurant with meeting room and a beer garden. B Range of food and drinks available. C Disabled access to venue however no disabled access to shows which take place on the 2nd floor.
nComedy
About The Jacobites
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Original Edinburgh literary Pub Tour, The
Biosphere at Our Dynamic Earth Venue: 188 • Grid Ref: E6 • 112 Holyrood Road D 0131 226 0000 It’s pre-historic, volcanic, tropic, Antarctic, futuristic, fantastic! Discover Scotland’s geological history, the big bang, volcanic eruptions, an ice age, dinosaurs, the oceans, an iceberg, a tropical rainforest and the future. Our Dynamic Earth, it’s how the Earth works! C Fully accessible to wheelchair users throughout. Ramps leading up to attraction entrance. Lifts to all floors.Wheelchairs available on request (subject to availability). Guide dogs welcome. Disabled WCs. Designated disabled parking onsite. Induction loop available.
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Dare ProtoPlay 242
Blueside
Emperor’s New Clothes, The
nMusicals & Opera Godspell Pippin School House Rock Working, The Musical
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All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten Baby with the Bathwater Blood Wedding Chango Macbeth Iron Life Force - A Shoah Love Story Reckless Red Red Shoes Reindeer Soup Secret in the Wings, The Texodus This is a Test UK Quartet, The Women of Lockerbie, The
Bonaly Outdoor Centre Venue: 330 • Grid Ref: F1 • 71 Bonaly Road D 0131 441 1878 • From Aug 5 10:00-19:00 A 0131 441 1878 • www.bonaly.org.uk/edin/main.htm 2007 is Bonaly Outdoor Centre’s third year as an Edinburgh Festival Fringe venue. 6k from Edinburgh Town Centre, easily accessible by bus (and a brisk walk) or by car. The Centre offers facilities suitable for both open air and indoor activities and workshops.
C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
nExhibitions Scottish Sale, The
C Wheelchair users can access the exhibition from Thistle Street NE Lane, Tue to Fri 12:00-17:00 only. Must be booked in advance as an external lift requires to be operated. Restricted wheelchair access from 14 Queen Street, 6 steps to main entrance.
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Festival Art @ The BMA
Brunton Theatre Venue: 191 • Grid Ref: F6 • Ladywell Way, Musselburgh D 0131 665 2240 • 10:00-19:30 A 0131 665 9900 • www.bruntontheatre.co.uk Brunton Theatre is just off the city bypass, 20 minutes journey from the city centre. Comfortable, raked auditorium with clear sightlines. Plenty of free parking and a bus stop outside the door. Please check theatre website for information on buses. B The theatre bar is open before and after shows and the Bistro provides excellent pre theatre dining, coffees and snacks. C Fully accessible to wheelchairs plus ramped access, lifts, viewing gallery, induction loop and infra red audio description facilities. Three wheelchair and escort spaces in gallery next to
lift. Adapted WC at same level. Designated parking spaces at front of building.
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Blazin’ Fiddles Caledon Camerata Ritmata Katzenjammer’s Carnival of the Irritants! Niki King with Marcus Ford - ‘Twelve O’clock Tales’ Peter Morrison - Music on a Summer Night Todd Gordon and the Great American Songbook
nTheatre Closer
Cabaret Voltaire
Cannonball House Venue: 165 • Grid Ref: E4 • Castlehill, Royal Mile D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 343 3846 Our stage, the largest in the Fringe, is the Royal Mile itself. Our voluntary guides take you the length and into some of the buildings and old closes and relate the history and facts about the characters who lived there. C Restricted access.
nEvents
Free Daily Walks Down the Royal Mile
Canongate Kirk
Venue: 139 • Grid Ref: E5 • 36 Blair Street D 0870 169 0100 A 0131 220 6176 • www.tonthefringe.com One of Edinburgh’s best venue/club’s an intimate 250 capacity for new bands and acoustic shows. This will again be the hub of T on the Fringe this year with both daytime and nightime events.
Venue: 60 • Grid Ref: D6 • Canongate, Royal Mile D 0131 226 0000 A www.canongatekirk.org.uk Built in 1688, this beautifully light and spacious Kirk serves both Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle. Experience its wonderful ‘cathedral’ acoustic at a concert, or join us for worship on Sundays at 11:15.
C Restricted access - basement club. Please call 0131 220 6176 for more information. Staff happy to help.
C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Airy Delights B Minor Mass - J S Bach Buxtehude Complete Organ Works Cappella Allsorts, A Handel: Semele(1) Handel: Semele(2) Really Terrible Orchestra, The Songs of Scotland Vivaldi: Four Seasons
Films, The Fretwell, Stephen Hot Club De Paris Little Barrie Macdonald, Amy Melee Soma Club Night Steel, Paul Union of Knives
CafÉ Artista Venue: 335 • Grid Ref: H4 • 94-96 Marchmont Crescent A 0131 447 6477 Welcoming and child friendly café set in prime location less than 5 minutes from the Meadows. Fresh food made daily on site and delighful outside seating area. Internet access available. B Full freshly made food menu. Sit-in and takeaway. Seating for 60 people. C Wheelchair access to venue. No access to WC.
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Art on the Picket Line Bottle Art
Calton Hill - Outdoor Venue Venue: 376 • Grid Ref: C6 • Calton Hill From Regent Road walk up the street up and past the Columns Monument, then straight to the round-tower of the observatory. Behind that tower you will find the park bench, where the performance takes place (with harbourview). From Leith Street/Nottingham Place, with the observatory behind you, walk between observatory and Nelson Monument and then turn left twice. B Please bring your own food and drink. C Due to the nature of the venue, disabled access is difficult.
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Edward Albee’s Die Zoogeschichte
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Venue: 160 • Grid Ref: E4 • Castlehill, Royal Mile D 0131 226 3709 • Mon-Sun 09:30-18:00 A www.camera-obscura.co.uk For 150 years the amazing Camera Obscura has fascinated visitors with its live moving panorama of the city. Also, stunning views from rooftop terrace and three floors of interactive, hands-on fun in the World of Illusions. B Sweets and soft drinks available in gift shop. C Restricted wheelchair access, 1 step to foyer, 100 stairs to top of tower.
nExhibitions
Where seeing is Not believing!
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The Canon’s Gait Venue: 78 • Grid Ref: D6 • 232 Canongate D Free non-ticketed shows: no box office. A www.freefringe.org At the heart of Canongate on the Royal Mile, the Canon’s Gait is a historic and recently redecorated bar serving lunches, real ale and an extensive selection of malt whiskies. Comfortable seating and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, to enjoy a drink between shows. Performances of free comedy shows in the downstairs bar throughout the Fringe. B Fully licensed and also serving hot drinks from 12:00-01:00 (00:00 Sun). Food served all day. Real ale; extensive selection of malt whiskies. C Restricted wheelchair access, 1 step to main entrance, 16 steps to performance space.
nComedy
2006 show, The Anglo-sexy (gaseous nebula!) Free Fringe Breakfast Show Headlights Mike Wilkinson: Life and Death Peter Buckley Hill And Some Comedians XI Stevie & Evie’s Midnight Muck Sunshine Variety Couch, The
Centotre Venue: 226 • Grid Ref: D3 • 103 George Street A 0131 225 1550 • www.centotre.com At Centotre good food is a labour of love. We use only the freshest ingredients with a little Italian know-how. Our beautiful building is the perfect setting for some of the UK’s finest female jazz vocalists. Fabulous food, great music. B Café Bar/Bar. C Restricted wheelchair access, 3 steps to main entrance, portable ramp available.
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Centotre Cabaret
Central Branch, Royal British Legion Venue: 349 • Grid Ref: B4 • Rodney Street D Tickets will be on sale at the venue 1hr before the performance begins. The Royal British Legion’s Central Branch, Edinburgh’s hub for ex-service people, is a first-time Festival host for a revealing family tribute to a father who, like many thousands of other service fathers, was a volunteer in the Second World War.
C The performance takes place in the upper room of the British Legion Branch. Access is only possible up steep and twisting stairs and is therefore not suitable for anyone with accessibility needs.
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Voyage Without Our Father
Charlotte Chapel Venue: 251 • Grid Ref: D3 • 204 Rose Street D 0131 225 4812 • 09:00-17:00 A www.venue251.com Centrally located venue with easy access from all points. Located at west end of Rose Street. B Interval and after performances refreshments available. C Disabled access is available to a cafeteria area where the show can be viewed on a large screen. Due to stairs, access to the main area is difficult. Induction loop available.
nChildren’s Shows Fish ‘n’ Ships
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Exiled: Gospel According to Hollywood Point, The
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Cross and the Switchblade, The Three Wise Men and a Baby
Church Hill Theatre Venue: 137 • Grid Ref: H2 • Morningside Road D 0131 447 0111 • Open performance days 10:00-22:30 A 0131 447 7597 Church Hill Theatre was originally built as a church in 1892. Purchased in 1960 by the Council, it has served as a theatre for community and Fringe performers since 1965. It has been home to the American High School Theatre Festival shows for 8 years. B Soft drinks and snacks available. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Lift from lobby level to theatre.
nComedy
All The Pretty Colors
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Chicago Children of Eden Disney’s High School Musical Hair Kudzu: The Hometown Musical Les Miserables Moby Dick! The Musical Once On This Island Urinetown Zombie Prom
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Ash Chicken Bones for the Teenage Soup Jia de Houzi: The False Monkey Love of the Nightingale, The Reckless Rhino Provino: ‘A Sideshow of the Soul!’ Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli Stepping Out The Trojan Women
C Venue: 34 • Grid Ref: E5 • Chambers Street D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com A powerhouse of outstanding international performance: sixteen performance spaces and over 160 productions in our sixteenth year at the Fringe. Bardic breakfasts, Newsrevues, daring drama, dazzling dance. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B Licensed café-bar serving food and drink all day until late. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Accessible WC. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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Burple Brothers, The Cat and No Mouse Cinderella Grimm Tales Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Rainbow Fish
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Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow Sword in the Stone Under the Dragon Moon
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Establishment Live Mitch and Eric Show, The NewsRevue 2007 Oxford Revue - Sacred Roadworks, The
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Angel and the Woodcutter, The Battle for Éire, The Nottingham Youth Dance Object and Particle Sorry, Love! Spin Odyssey Tap Olé
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Blues Brothers Banned Blues Brothers Do It In Edinburgh Establishment Jazz Naked Voices Extraordinary Acapella Out of the Blue Oxford Gargoyles - Jazz A Cappella, The Rat Pack - Forever Swinging, The
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Choon-Hyang: True Love Company Famished High School Musical Jihad: The Musical Joined at the Heart: The Story of Victor Frankenstein Just So! La French Touch Tony! The Blair Musical Xenu is Loose! Cower puny Humans as the Dark Prince of the Galactic Federation rains Atomic Death once more upon your Pitiful Planet - The Musical!
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Bacchae, The Bouncers Changeling, The Coffee Darkness Within Dracula Good Thief, The Grasmere Happy Days Julius Caesar Next Best Thing Options of Life Pornographer Diaries, The Prodigal Daughter Raz-Mataz Romantic Murder Case, A Shakespeare for Breakfast Spoils, The Toporland Trainspotting
C soco Venue: 348 • Grid Ref: E5 • Chambers Street, South Bridge and Cowgate D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com Our truly unique new venue at Edinburgh’s Old Town gap site. The most fantastic film, thrilling theatre and exhilarating events you’ll find on the Fringe. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B Licensed café-bar serving food and drink all day until late. C Restricted wheelchair access. Box office and bar have level access from Chambers Street and accessible WC. Indoor performance spaces accessed by stairs. Outdoor spaces have semi-level access from Cowgate. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
nChildren’s Shows Jewel in the Lotus, The
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Dead for a Living Establishment at SoCo Tad Brothers: Murder on the Panini Express, The Working Girls
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Nocturnal Suite, A Six Women Standing in Front of a White Wall When Reason Sleeps
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Rat Race Urban Adventure Cinema
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Identity Parade at the Establishment
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How They Brought the Theatre From Dundee to Catterline Then Back Again
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Accidental Death of a Terrorist Bards of Bangkok, The Bedtime Stories Call Mr Robeson Casa Azul, La Counting To Infinity Covered in Love (That’s What She Said) Dependable Marriage, A Find Me Florists, The I’m a Lab Rat: Get Me Out of Here! In My Father’s House Liars, The Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité Love of the Nightingale, The Master and Margarita, The Miss Julie New Theatre from the Jewish Diaspora Play on Words Polly Deluxe Story - It’s All About Me, The Queen Bess Red State Return to Reason Road Rose Gets Shot Scuffer Smile Off Your Face, The Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me Stenclmusic Stinky Flowers and the Bad Banana Tail of Rampant Rabbit, The Talking to Spacehoppers Tapestry To the End of the World True West Yesterday, When I Was Young You’ve Got to Laugh
C baraka Venue: 202 • Grid Ref: E5 • Infirmary Street D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com The Fringe at its most exclusive at Edinburgh’s chic new comedy lounge. Beguiling acts from around the world. Sensational solo shows. Electric cabaret. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B Licensed café-bar serving food and drink all day until late. Baraka restaurant open all day. C Semi-restricted wheelchair access. Level access to box office/bar from Infirmary Street and to performance space from Robertson’s Close (sloping cobbled street). Unfortunately WCs are unadapted and up 3 steps. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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British Guide to World Peace, A Electric Cabaret, The Heroes and Villains Johnny Miller presents ... Mike Gilhooly & Rich Luke Newcastle Revue - Thermøstaät Storytellers’ Club at the Establishment
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Establishment: Wired for Sound, The
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Global Snoring Packed Lunch, The
C too Venue: 4 • Grid Ref: E4 • St Columba’s by the Castle, Johnston Terrace D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com C’s original offshoot with chill-out garden barbecue-bar. See C4kids for the best shows for children. See Shakespeare backwards, forwards, any way at all. See show-stopping musicals brand-new and classic. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B Licensed café-bar with barbecue serving food and drink all day until late. C Semi-restricted wheelchair access. Level access from Johnston Terrace to church. Lift to garden level, for box office, bar, and main theatre (two steps on entrance to theatre). Accessible WCs. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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Bigger Picture, The Does A Monster Live Next Door? Giraffe and The Pelly and Me, The How to be a Hero Little Prince, The Monster Hits Painting Music - Workshop Through the Looking Glass
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In the Pink - Fabulous A Cappella Entertainment Painting Music - The Colour of Sound
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Blood from Stone Head Over Wheels Slice of Saturday Night - The 60s Musical, A Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
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Dirty Linen and New-Found-Land Othello Story Shakespeare: Two Noble Kinsmen
C cubed Venue: 50 • Grid Ref: E4 • Brodie’s Close, Lawnmarket, Royal Mile D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com Atmospheric 16th century building at the heart of the Festival. Scorching contemporary classics. Powerful physical performance. Blistering new writing. Hot new comic talent. Cutting-edge film shorts. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B Licensed bar serving snacks open all day until late. Deacon’s House café-restaurant open all day. C Restricted wheelchair access. Box office and bar on first floor, theatres up further flights of stairs,WC on ground floor (unadapted), no lift. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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All Daily Mail Writers Must Die Jim Bowes: Complaining
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Betty Blue con Remolacha (Betty Blue with Beet)
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Festival of Film Shorts
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Apocryphal Tales Told in the Dark Apollo/Dionysus - Part 1: Wine/Water & Part 2: Order/Chaos Attempt 3.4 Beowulf & Beer Cherry Smoke Crave Denied Dropping To Zero Local Stigmatic, The Real Inspector Hound, The Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead Rover, The Sordid Lives Threads Under Milk Wood Vacant Possession Work in Progress, A
C central
City Edinburgh
Columcille Centre
Venue: 54 • Grid Ref: D5 • Carlton Hotel, North Bridge D 0845 260 1234 • Advance programme information, tel and web sales from Jun. During the Festival, venue box offices open daily until late. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com Cabaret and comedy, bands and burlesque converge where the Royal Mile meets the Bridges. Drumming, dancing, bubbles, magic, carousels. Drink and dance until dawn with The Establishment. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all.
Venue: 90 • Grid Ref: D5 • 1a Market Street D 0131 226 9560 • Mon-Sat 12:00-01:00 Sun 12:30-01:00 A www.citypeople.info City is a stunning hybrid venue, licensed until 5am, incorporating 4 spaces including Sportsters Bar, City Grill, City Nightclub & City Exclusive Cocktail Lounge. Definitely worth a look!
Venue: 336 • Grid Ref: H2 • 2 Newbattle Terrace A 0131 4477404 Situated in an old church building, the Columcille Centre’s hall is a 12m x 12m space with hardwood floor and stage. The stage is complete with curtains and stage lighting. There is comfortable seating for up to 100 people.
B Food 12:00-22:00, Drink served until 01:00. C Good wheelchair facilties, clear and wide access from front door, good wheelchair spaces within main nightclub area.
C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
B Licensed bar serving snacks all day until late. Carlton Hotel bar and restaurant open all day. C Semi-restricted wheelchair access. Lift to basement level, then 3 steps up to auditorium, 6 steps down to lower level, then 2 steps up to stage. Accessible WC some distance via lift. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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Greatest Bubble Show on Earth, The
nComedy
New Magic Show, The
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African-Ghanaian Cultural Drumming and Dancing
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Musical Theatre Discussion
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Find Me a Primitive Man Harlem Renaissance - The Life of Florence Mills Klezmerchaos Young and the Damned
nMusicals & Opera Jewish Cabaret
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Midnight Carousel, The
C at Craigmillar Castle Venue: 379 • Grid Ref: G6 • Craigmillar Castle Road (Meet at C,Venue 34 for free bus transfer) D 0845 260 1234 • No box office at venue - please visit C at Chambers Street. A 0845 260 1212 • www.CtheFestival.com The most spectacular, breathtaking Festival venue. For 2007 our site-specific programme conquers Edinburgh’s historic Craigmillar Castle, famous as the location of plot and intrigue. C venues vibrant vivacious variety. It’s a Festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. B There is no public transport to Craigmillar Castle and no parking at the venue. Please use free bus transfer from venue 34, C at Chambers Street. C Restricted wheelchair access. Promenade performances take place throughout the venue. Level access to much of the venue but some areas are up stairs. Accessible WC. Assistance available (advance notice appreciated).
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Castle Rocks: Breakable Championships
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Funny Valentines, The Hull University Big Band
clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor Venue: 106 • Grid Ref: E1 • Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor, Grosvenor Street D 07720 28 5550 • 12:00-20:00 daily during the Festival. A www.clubwest.co.uk clubWEST, in its 10th year comes to the newly refurbished Hilton Hotel with an array of spectacular Music, Dance and Drama plus a Comedy Chesters Bar for lovers of stand-up. Previously voted Best New Venue, clubWEST continues its excellent entertainment. C Very good disabled access, the venue is also on ground level.
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Absolute Comedy Chaos Audience with Lord Buckley, An Ballooney Tunes 10x10
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Beyond Appearances Hand, Heart and Soul View from the Inside
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Coyaba Jamaican Restaurant Venue: 126 • Grid Ref: G6 • 113 Buccleuch Street D 0131 662 9111 • Mon-Fri 17:00-18:00 Sat-Sun 14:00-18:00 A 0131 662 9111 • www.coyaba.co.uk Coyaba Jamaican Restaurant offers traditional, authentic home cooked cuisine. Favourites include Ackee & Saltfish, Curried Goat, Jerk Chicken, and Coconut Steamed Fish. Come enjoy the Irie vibe with Tropical Cocktails, Red Stripe on tap and a selection of fine Rums. B Authentic Jamaican cuisine and drinks. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. No disabled WC.
Craiglockhart Parish Church
Jive Aces, the Lawton, Sarah
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Eugene Onegin
clubWEST@ Three Sisters Venue: 116 • Grid Ref: E5 • Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate D 07720 28 5550 • 12:00-00:00 during Festival. A www.clubwest.co.uk clubWEST in its 10th year moves to this brilliant cabaretstyle venue in one of Edinburgh’s prime Cowgate locations. With its usual eclectic mix of music/comedy/ drama, clubWEST, previously Best New Venue, has quality entertainment every hour from noon til midnite.
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Festival Debate, The
C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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City Art Centre
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Corn Exchange Gallery Venue: 350 • Grid Ref: LEITH • Constitution Street, Leith A 0131 561 7300 • www.cornexchangegallery.com Contemporary art gallery showing work by emerging international and UK artists.
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Ballerina who loves B-boyz Cafe Cantante
B Extensive food and bar menus. C Space on 1st floor, with wide doors, and helpful staff. Lift available
B Licensed café open all day. C Wheelchair access to all galleries. Lift and adapted WC.
Gaelic culture in the Capital
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Phædre
Venue: 229 • Grid Ref: D5 • 2 Market Street D 0131 529 3993 • Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00 Sun 00:00-17:00 A www.cac.org.uk The City Art Centre is the City Council’s principal art gallery and hosts a vibrant programme of temporary exhibitions. Located next to Waverley Station, the former warehouse is a bright modern space, with six galleries accessible by lift and escalator.
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Almighty Harry meets Sally Audience with Father Joiner, An Audience with Jeremy and Jilly, An Audience with Jonathan Kay - Fool!, An Audience with Tony Winn Singing in the Bath, An Bit Sketchy Eurafrica Fat To The Future Redemption Of Christopher C*nt, The
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Audience with Dana Gillespie, An Audience With John Otway, An Audience with Ziggy Stardust´s Sister, An Bianca Lawton, Sarah
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30/60 with Love Audience with Lynn Ruth Miller, An Shadow Passing, A
People in Majesty, The
Venue: 138 • Grid Ref: H1 • Craiglockhart Drive North This church is easily accessed by bus (number 4 stops outside but many others will take you to Colinton Road or Slateford Road) or train (Slateford Station) and there is plenty of free on-street parking.
nChildren’s Shows Jo Goes To The Farm
Dalkeith Arts Centre Venue: 161 • Grid Ref: G6 • White Hart Street, Dalkeith D 0131 663 6986 Dalkeith’s light and airy Arts Centre adjoins the public library in Dalkeith, a historic Market town 6 miles south of Edinburgh on a busy bus route with free parking nearby. Local cafeterias. B Food and drink available locally. C Access available.
nExhibitions Annual Exhibition
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance Venue: 22 • Grid Ref: E4 • 14-16 Grassmarket D 0131 225 5525 • Jun 11-Aug 7 09:00-18:00 Aug 8-18 09:00-20:00 Aug 19-26 09:00-17:00 A www.dancebase.co.uk Centrally located in the Old Town, Dance Base is a beautiful and inspiring setting for dance. We present performances by the best British and International dance companies and also offer classes and workshops for all ages from Breakdance to Ballet. B Hot and cold drinks and snacks available all day. C Building fully accessible to wheelchair users. Lift available.
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Dance Base presents ... HipHopScotch
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Dance Base presents Dance Base presents Dance Base presents Dance Base presents Great Escape, The
... Global ... Quantum ... Stratospheric ... Timeless
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with style, DesignShop offers a superb range of furniture, lighting and accessories from some of the world’s foremost designers, including Eero Aarnio, Philippe Starck and Arne Jacobsen.
Danderhall Library
C Access available.
Dance Classes for Everyone
Venue: 337 • Grid Ref: H6 • 1a Campview, Danderhall D 0131 663 9293 Danderhall Library is a friendly community library in the heart of the ex-mining village of Danderhall which can be reached by Munro’s Bus: 308, 328, 408; First Bus: 79, 140, 86; Lothian Bus: 49 and Borders Bus 51/52. C Restricted wheelchair access, no disabled WC, although there is one close by.
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Art of the Scottish Parliament
Danish Cultural Institute Venue: 163 • Grid Ref: C2 • 3 Doune Terrace D 0131 225 7189 The Danish Cultural Institute (Est. 1947) promotes cultural contacts and cooperation between Denmark and Great Britain. The Institute has been located in Edinburgh since 1957 and the in-house gallery is primarily used to show contemporary Danish art of highest quality. C 3 steps from pavement to front door. Lift inside building.
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‘... And the World Went Baroque!’
Diverse Attractions Venue: 11 • Grid Ref: E4 • Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket D 0131 225 8961 • From Aug 5-27 A www.diverseattractions.com Edinburgh’s unique award-winning community venue. Between the sponsored polish and dire risks of the commercialised Fringe, there is a venue where reason prevails. Open 11:00-23:00. Experience theatre, music, poetry, new writing and café. B Café all day. C Wheelchair access to room 1 only. Entrance: 3yd Flat. Aud: 25yd Flat.
nChildren’s Shows Magical Jello, The
nComedy
Just so Ever Slightly
nMusic
So many can’t be wrong
Burns For A’ That Fires of Edinburgh, The Scottish Songs By Laverock
Dean Gallery
Threepenny Opera, The
nExhibitions
Venue: 69 • Grid Ref: D1 • 73 Belford Road D 0870 118 1859 • Walk-in tickets: Mon-Fri 10:0017:00 Tel sales: 08:00-20:00 A 0131 624 6200 • www.nationalgalleries.org/summer Situated opposite the Gallery of Modern Art, the Dean Gallery houses an extensive collection of Dada and Surrealism. It also contains a reproduction of sculptor Eduardo Paolozzi’s studio. Entry to the gallery is free, but a charge is made for special exhibitions. Free parking. B Licensed café and shop. C Wheelchair access to all parts of the gallery. Lifts and specially adapted WCs. BSL tours and descriptive tours for the visually impaired available, contact venue for details.
nExhibitions Picasso on Paper
Dean Gardens Venue: 76 • Grid Ref: D2 • Eton Terrace, Off Dean Bridge D 0131 556 6550 • 09:00-12:30 A 0131 556 6550 One of Edinburgh’s hidden garden treasures. Just off Dean Bridge, first gate. Please bring suitable outdoor clothing, a torch and something to sit on. Pre-paid tickets must be collected in advance at purchase box office, not Gardens. Some tickets available onsite for extra £2.50 charge. C Wheelchair access by prior arrangement. Access is via main gate - the gate nearest Dean Bridge.
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Midsummernights Tree - 2007, A
Departs Mitre Pub Venue: 102 • Grid Ref: E5 • 131 High Street D 07989 546 791 Departs from the Mitre Pub, 131 High Street, on the Royal Mile (near junction of North Bridge and High Street, opposite Radisson Hotel) at 19:30. Meeting point is at the fireplace just inside the pub entrance. C The route of The Old Town Literary Pub Crawl is not restrictive to wheelchair users-wheelchairs can cope easily.The walking involved is not in any way excessive, but please note that walking is involved.
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Old Town Literary Pub Crawl
DesignShop UK Venue: 46 • Grid Ref: H6 • 116 Causewayside A 0131 667 7078 • www.designshopuk.com DesignShop is one of Europe’s leading retailers of contemporary and conceptual design. Combining functionality
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Armageddon and Fishcakes Between the Worlds Bonny & Read Frock Horror Greyhound, The I-C-Q Inimitable Dickens, The Junk Laughing Wild by Christopher Durang Little Box Of Oblivion, A Lorca’s Shadow Noel Coward, A Tribute To The Man And His Music Picture Of Dorian Gray Postscript Prickly Affair, A Tiny Dynamite Vortex, The Way the Land Lies, The
Dr Roberts’ Magic Bus Venue: 308 • Grid Ref: G5 • Middle Meadows Walk,The Meadows D 07790 235 963 • Aug 8-12 11:00-22:00 A www.easttoedinburgh.co.uk Escalator East To Edinburgh’s trademark Routemaster bus gains an extension in a marquee for 2007, presenting 2 full days and nights of performance poetry in the beautiful summer setting of the Meadows. ‘The best venue at The Fringe’ The Guardian B Lots of café/bars nearby. C Marquee is wheelchair accessible.
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Luke Wright’s Poetry Party
Duddingston Kirk Manse Garden Venue: 121 • Grid Ref: F6 • Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village D 0131 556 9579 • Venue: 19:00-20:00 Netherbow 10:00-17:00 A 07940 498 311 These secluded gardens, overlooking the stillness of Duddingston Loch, made famous by the painting ‘The Skating Minister’ lie under the shadow of Arthur’s Seat and the ancient Duddingston Kirk ‘The most beautiful venue in Edinburgh’ Scotsman. Bus service No. 42. B Coffee, tea, biscuits available. C Fully accessible, adapted WC on site.
nChildren’s Shows Time Gairden
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The Lass wi the Muckle Moo
Edinburgh Academy Venue: 70 • Grid Ref: B3 • 42 Henderson Row D 0131 226 0000 The Edinburgh Academy is centrally located in the New Town, with ample off street parking and an on site café for Festival patrons. The venue is centered around its amazing oval Hall, built in 1824 and designed by William Burn. B Patrons bar/café available before and after shows. C Restricted wheelchair access, 3 large steps up to hall, 6 steps down into hall. Disabled WC within main hall.
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Dancing Forth
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Great American Songbook, The
Edinburgh Book Fringe Venue: 338 • Grid Ref: F6 • 43-45 West Nicolson Street D 0131 662 9112 • Aug 1-Aug 8 Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00 Sun 12:00-17:00 A www.word-power.co.uk Edinburgh Book Fringe welcomes writers, publishers, cultural and political activists from around the world. Events are free and take place in Word Power Books, ‘Edinburgh’s best bookshop’ Scotsman. Details from Word Power Books or www.word-power.co.uk C Restricted wheelchair access, 2 steps to bookshop entrance.
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Edinburgh Book Fringe
Edinburgh Buddhist Centre Venue: 215 • Grid Ref: G5 • 30 Melville Terrace, Marchmont D 0131 662 6699 A www.edinburghbuddhistcentre.org.uk The Edinburgh Buddhist Centre is run by the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order and is open all year round offering classes and courses in meditation and Buddhism. Our new location overlooking the Meadows is quiet, scenic and fairly central. B Tea and biscuits provided. C Good disabled access, no disabled WC facilities.
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Buddhist Meditation Guitar Dharma Workshop
Edinburgh Castle Venue: 298 • Grid Ref: E4 • Castle Hill D 08700 600 100 • TicketWeb (24hr hotline) Fringe Box Office 24hrs online and Gilded Balloon www.gildedballoon.co.uk 24hrs Against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, a temporary, outdoor and all seated venue is created on the Castle Esplanade with a capacity of over 8000. We advise you wear appropriate clothing and note that this is a non smoking arena. C Fully accessible to wheelchairs, however, access to the arena is by a steep, cobbled hill (making pushing hard work for wheelchairs and pushchairs and for those with difficulties walking). You must therefore bring a helper with you on the day if you require assistance.
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Ricky Gervais: Fame!
Edinburgh Central Mosque Venue: 48 • Grid Ref: F5 • 50 Potterrow D Mon-Fri 14:00-16:00 A 0131 667 1777 • www.islamfestival.com This majestic Edinburgh landmark opens its doors to all throughout August with the Discover Islam Exhibition (daily) and a dynamic programme including: topical lectures, e.g. Women in Islam; calligraphy workshops; a showcase of melodic Qur’an recitation. See website for details. B Refreshments provided free of charge; full meals available cheaply at the adjacent Mosque Kitchen.
C Ramp from side entrance for wheelchair access; rear entrance also with disabled access.
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Discover Islam Exhibition
Edinburgh Corn Exchange Venue: 77 • Grid Ref: F1 • 11 Newmarket Rd, Slateford D 0870 169 0100 • 24 hrs A 0131 443 0404 • www.ece.uk.com Now established as one of Edinburgh’s best live music venues having hosted artists as big as Oasis, Blur, N.E.R.D and Morrissey. The venue has the latest modern facilities with licensed bars and café. Right next to Slateford train station. B Licensed bar and café. C Entrance: 15 yd Flat 9 Str: Aud: 2yd flat. Adapted WC, or entrance at side: 20yd ramped. Aud: 4yd flat then ramped. Café: entrance from side ramped. Adapted WC.Wheelchair kept on premises.
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Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly! Guillemots Happy Mondays Interpol James Silverchair West, Kanye
Edinburgh Farmers’ Market Venue: 206 • Grid Ref: E3 • Castle Terrace D 0131 226 0000 A www.edinburghcc.com The Edinburgh Farmers’ Market offers the freshest homegrown produce from across the country. Operated by the Edinburgh City Centre Management Company on every Saturday of every month, the market is widely acknowledged as the best in Scotland. B Soft drinks, BBQ & Hog Roast onsite. Plenty of restaurants, pubs and bars nearby. C Good access to public open space. Disabled parking available in Cambridge Street nearby.
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Edinburgh Farmers’ Market
Edinburgh Festival Theatre Venue: 244 • Grid Ref: E5 • 13-29 Nicolson Street D 0131 529 6000 • Mon-Sat 11:00-20:00 A 0131 662 1112 • www.eft.co.uk The Theatre programmes a contemporary dance season, alongside large-scale musicals, international ballet companies and a variety of one night musical events. The style of the theatre has a dramatic mix of art nouveau, beaux arts and neo-classicism, encompassing perfect acoustics within a parlour-like intimacy. B Café/bar, Johnnie Walker Bar and Scottish Power Gallery Bar area. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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Comedy Gala 2007
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How to get ahead as a Theatre Director
The Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour Venue: 374 • Grid Ref: D2 • Charlotte Square D 0800 169 7410 Boarding for The Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour Express is from Charlotte Square, home to the world’s largest book festival! Collection point is at bus-stop to the rear of The Edinburgh International Book Festival Site-continuation of Hope Street going into Charlotte Square.
C No disabled access.
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Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour
The Edinburgh Photographic Exhibition Centre Venue: 130 • Grid Ref: C3 • 68 Great King Street D 0131 449 6209 A 0131 449 6209 Visit the home of the Edinburgh Photographic Society, one of the world’s oldest photographic clubs. Established in 1861, the EPS had the Hon. Henry Fox Talbot amongst its early members and exhibited work by D.O. Hill in 1890.
The English-Speaking Union Venue: 380 • Grid Ref: E2 • 23 Atholl Crescent D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 229 1528 • www.esuscotland.org.uk The English-Speaking Union’s intimate gallery on Atholl Crescent will proudly play host to Fringe performers. Just 5 mins walk from both Princes Street and Haymarket Station. C Restricted wheelchair access, 20 steps to main entrance.
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John Kingsley - Myth and Substance
C Restricted wheelchair access, 5 steps up from street.
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International Photography
Edinburgh Printmakers Venue: 144 • Grid Ref: C5 • 23 Union Street A 0131 557 2479 • www.edinburgh-printmakers.co.uk Edinburgh Printmakers promotes contemporary, innovative printmaking by providing an open-access studio and entrance-free galleries. The public can view and purchase limited edition prints by a wide range of established and emerging artists. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm. C If you require assistance with physical access or interpretation please contact Michelle Berry on 0131 557 2479 or audience@edinburgh-printmakers.co.uk
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William Kentridge Prints - Published by David Krut, New York
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop Venue: 183 • Grid Ref: A6 • 25 Hawthornvale D 0131 551 4490 A www.edinburghsculpture.org Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is an artists’ facility which is transformed for the Fringe into a unique exhibition space with works presented both inside the building and outside. Find it off Newhaven Road and close to Ocean Terminal, served by Lothian Buses numbers 7 & 11. C The entrance is down a steep slope from the street and has an uneven surface. There is on-street parking at Hawthornvale and disabled parking is available down at the entrance. There is level access throughout, but no disabled WCs.
nExhibitions Magazine 07
The Edinburgh Sleep Centre Venue: 248 • Grid Ref: C3 • 13 Heriot Row D 0131 524 9730 A www.edinburghsleepcentre/fringe Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, The Edinburgh Sleep Centre is a leader in the provision of diagnostic and treatment services for people with sleep disorders. This is the centre’s second year as a Fringe venue. C Restricted disabled access, 6 steps to main entrance, 23 steps to performance space.
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Sleep and Chocolate
Eighty Queen Street Venue: 80 • Grid Ref: D3 • 80 Queen Street D 0131 226 5097 A www.eighty-queen-street.com An elegant and stylish Bar/Restaurant (corner of Queen St/N Charlotte St), the main bar’s warm wood, cosy booths and leather armchairs create a superb dining and drinking atmosphere. Downstairs, the Cellar Bar features top-class jazz most evenings, plus weekend Jazz Brunch sessions. B Drink 11:00-01:00; Food 12:00-21:30. C Ground floor accessible with WC. Cellar Bar has staircase, 15 steps down.
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Eighty Queen Street Jazz Festival
ENLCA Venue: 132 • Grid Ref: C3 • 67 Northumberland Street D 07763 856 046 • 11:00-19:00 Elegant and atmospheric venue in a Georgian New Town house welcomes The Scottish Furniture Makers Association to the Fringe, available throughout the year as a gallery, meeting or theatre space. Centrally located one block north of Queens Street Gardens. C Restricted access. Entrance 2yd, 2 steps. Aud 7yd flat. No disabled WC.
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New Scottish Furniture 2007
Everywhere Venue: 351 • Grid Ref: n/a • Anywhere This venue is anywhere you happen to be and everywhere you happen not to be.
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Minute of Silence for Peace, A
Fabhatrix Venue: 235 • Grid Ref: E4 • 13 Cowgatehead, Grassmarket D 0131 225 9222 A www.fabhatrix.com This independent store is a must for those attracted by distinctive contemporary design. Hundreds of men and women’s hats are showcased from local makers and the wider hat trade. From the practical yet interesting to downright frivolous but extremely fun. C Restricted access, up 1 step, narrow entrance. Staff more than happy to help.
nExhibitions Broken Threads
Festival FM 87.7 Venue: 370 • Grid Ref: E5 • Hunter Square D 0845 00 44 877 A 07971 021850 • www.festivalfm.net Fesitval FM 87.7 is available on your radio in the Edinburgh area and online at www.festivalfm.net. The station offers all performers the opportunity to showcase their shows, providing listeners samples of lots of shows and festival information and news. C Unfortunately, Festival FM is not accessible to wheelchair users as is it a mobile outside broadcast vehicle. However, radio mics are available to ensure that all visitors have access to broadcast facilities.
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Fettes Marquee Venue: 352 • Grid Ref: A1 • East Fettes Avenue D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 332 2281 • www.fettesthevenue.com Fettes Jazz Festival is staged over a weekend in a 300-seat Marquee set in the historic College’s magnificent grounds, just 15mins from Princes Street, free parking. Enjoy bars, food all day, and spectacular Edinburgh skyline views while digging world-class jazz. B Full bar service, food available all day, barbecue service on lawns outside Marquee. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Fettes Jazz Festival Friday 17th Fettes Jazz Festival Saturday 18th Afternoon Fettes Jazz Festival Saturday 18th Evening
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Frankenstein Pub Venue: 58 • Grid Ref: E5 • 26 George IV Bridge D 0131 622 1818 • 10:00-01:00 A www.frankenstein-pub.co.uk Frankenstein Pub is a multi-level themed bar delivering a monster experience in Eating, Drinking and Entertainment. Dine with us during the day or party with the live DJ seven nights a week! Beware of the Monster... It’s Alive! B Food & drink served all day. C Restricted access, staff more than happy to help.
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Full Moon Show, The
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Frantic Redhead @ Greyfriars Kirkyard Venue: 340 • Grid Ref: E5 • Greyfriars Kirkyard, Main Gates Greyfriars Kirkyard, Main Gates is the starting point for outdoor ‘walking’ plays. There are no public restrooms and limited seating. The plays move from this initial meeting point to other locations as each scene of the play is performed. C The paths can be steep and uneven and there are stairs at some points. As the play moves from the initial location, wheelchair access is interrupted but can be accommodated if the company is notified on the day of the performance at 07871 799 990.
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Macbeth - Frantic Redhead’s Walking Play
Frantic Redhead @ Main Courtyard Lamppost, Lady Stair’s Close Venue: 339 • Grid Ref: E4 • Lawnmarket, just west of Bank Street Lady Stair’s Close is a public outdoor area and will be used for an outdoor ‘walking’ play. There are no public restrooms and seating is limited. The play to be performed will move from this initial location to other locations. C The area is accessible to anyone. There is wheelchair access at one entrance. However, the play to be performed is a ‘walking’ or ‘moving’ play and there is interrupted wheelchair access beyond this initial location.
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Sherlock Holmes: Murder in the Garden
Fringe Press & Performers Centre Venue: 2 • Grid Ref: E5 • Unit 3, Old Fishmarket Close D 0131 226 0026 A www.edfringe.com The Fringe Press & Performers Centre is available to Fringe participants and performers, providing services, support and advice throughout August. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Allen Wright Award
Fringe SHOP & BOX OFFICE Venue: 1 • Grid Ref: E5 • 180 High Street D 0131 226 0026 A www.edfringe.com Stocking all official Fringe merchandise. Choose from urban-inspired T-shirts - including the Fringe Vintage range, funky souvenirs and decades of Fringe posters and postcards. All profits are reinvested into the Festival Fringe Society. Full range also available on www.edfringe.com C Fully accessible. No disabled WC.
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Galerie Mirages Venue: 149 • Grid Ref: B2 • 46a Raeburn Place D 0131 315 2603 Galerie Mirages is a permanent gallery housed in a 19th Century bakehouse and is a real find a treasure trove of wonderful items from around the world. The gallery specialises in silver jewellery and is internationally renowned for its designs. C Restricted access. 4 steps to venue.
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Dogon Jewellery of The World
George Hotel Venue: 377 • Grid Ref: D4 • 19-21 George Street D 0131 226 7766 A recent £12m refurbishment has given the George stylish and contemporary interiors, re-inventing one of Edinburgh’s most famous and established hotels. Luxurious furnishings combine with the classic buildings to give a truly unique hotel experience in the heart of Edinburgh. B Tempus on George Street offers an exciting all day menu served from 11:00 to late into the evening with fantastic local produce combined with the opulent and relaxed surroundings. Enjoy food from a chip sandwich to a fillet steak-the choice is yours! A vibrant after work and festival crowd ensure that Tempus is one of ‘the’ places to be seen on George Street! C The George Hotel is fully DDA compliant with level floor access to all areas and lifts to other floors. Disabled WC facilities are available adjacent to reception on the ground floor.
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Foodies at the Festival with Top Scottish Chefs
Georgian Antiques Venue: 306 • Grid Ref: LEITH • 10 Pattison Street, Leith D 0131 553 7286 • Mon-Fri 08:30-17:30 Sat 10:0014:00 Not Sun. A www.georgianantiques.net Located in the old part of Leith, 50 yards from the Historic Links and only 10 minutes from the city centre, our warehouse, covering five floors, offers the largest range of quality antique furniture and golfing memorabilia in Scotland. Open Mon-Fri 08:30-17:30, Sat 10:00-14:00. C Restricted disabled access. Call venue for details.
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Gilded Balloon Teviot Venue: 14 • Grid Ref: F5 • 13 Bristo Square D 0131 668 1633 • Tel 09:00-00:00. Counter 10:00-04:00 A www.gildedballoon.co.uk An exciting, vibrant and atmospheric Fringe venue. This neogothic building houses eight performance spaces, eight bars, and a café. Relax in the garden café/bar, including juice bar and food area. A massive mini Fringe! 24hr online booking at www.gildedballoon.co.uk. B Food and drink available all day. C All venues are fully accessible except the Balcony and Billiard Room. Call venue for more details.
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Incredible Bull Circus, The Modern Cautionary Tales For Children Talking Pants! Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?
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Ali McGregor’s Late-nite Variety-nite Night Ali McGregor’s Opera Burlesque Andrew McClelland’s Mixed Tape Barry Cryer - The Elephant in the Pub Best of So You Think You’re Funny? Chris Cox - Everything Happens For A Reason Christina Davis - Sex Daniel Townes - Seriously Deborah Frances-White’s ‘How to Get Almost Anyone to Want to Sleep With You’ Discotivity, The doktor cocacolamcdonalds: the one man rock opera Four On The Floor Four Wenches and a Free For All Gary: Tank Commander Gently Progressive Behemoth, The Geraldine Quinn - Sexdeathbowie
Goodbye - The (After) Life Of Cook And Moore Gordon Southern - Stamp Stamp Greg Fleet with Mick Moriarty in Fleetwood Mick Hannah Gadsby is Wrong and Broken Happy Hour in Guaranteed Laughs or your Monkey Back Harley Breen Henry Rollins Howard & Mimi Hughes, Sean Jackie Loeb - Things I can’t talk about Jarlath Regan - Nobody Knows ... Jarlath Regan Just Like Brian Wilson Karen Dunbar Kate McLennan - The Debutante Diaries Kim Hope - It’s About Time Late ‘n’ Live Marc Maron & Kirk Fox Mark Dolan - I’m Here To Help! Matthew Hardy with Julie Dawn Cole in Willie Wonka Explained Mervyn Stutter’s Pick Of The Fringe Mickey D - Shame 101 Miles Jupp: Everyday Rage and Dinner Party Chit Chat Murray Lachlan Young Naked Comedy Showcase, The Oxford Imps, The Phat Cave Phil Kay Phil Kay - The Justice Show Puppetry Of The Penis Rhona Cameron Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre, The Simple Simon Sista She and the Holy House of Bootay Sound of Music Drag Show, The So You Think You’re Funny? Sponsored by Five, Paramount Comedy & 4DVD Stephen K Amos - Weekend Talk Show Stuart Goldsmith and Jimmy McGhie Tom Allen ... And Other Short Stories Tommy Sheridan Chat Show, The Tony Law ‘Revenge of the Dog of Time’ Triple Threat Live! Ugly Kid, The Viv & Fizz Will Pickvance and the Cowgate Cartoon Women Fully Clothed Young, Gifted and Green
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Steve Ullathorne - photographs and illustrations
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Shoo Shoo Baby - Never Underdressed!
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Romeo & Juliet - A Rock and Roll Love Story Tony Blair - the Musical
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40 Feathered Winks Amelia Jane Hunter is Keith Flipp Bacchic Bedside Story Beyond the Chariots Dead Living Dye Young/Stay Pretty Eleanor Tiernan - Help Excuse My Dust Frank and Dolly Game? Head of Red O’Brien Lemons are for Emergencies Only Line Between, The Love Labours Won Miracle In Rwanda Mutton Porthole Into the Minds of the Vanquished, A Sting for Nolte Unnatural Acts Voices In My Head Have Formed A Choir And Somebody’s Singing Flat!, The
The Gladstone Gallery, Gladstone’s Land
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Little Shop of Horrors Quilters
Venue: 346 • Grid Ref: E4 • 477b Lawnmarket D 0131 226 5856 Situated on the Royal Mile, the Gladstone Gallery offers a unique setting in a 17th century building, owned by the National Trust for Scotland. View the works of Scottish artists in our vibrant programme of temporary exhibitions.
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C No wheelchair access.
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Landscape Photography
The Green Room Venue: 274 • Grid Ref: E5 • 37 Guthrie Street D 0131 220 0885 • From 11 Jun 09:00-03:00 A 020 7669 4292 • www.thegreenroomvenue.com Premiering August 2007. The Green Room turns entertainment inside-out as big names do new things and new names do big things, much of it videotaped live for broadcast and web. Plus behind-the-scenes mingling in our bars and VIP lounge. B Fully licensed bars & VIP lounge with exquisitely crafted cocktails, refreshments and snacks. Open daily from 10.0003.00. C No disabled access.
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Green Meanie Rachel Trachtenburg’s Morning Show
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anthology07 Che Guevara on the Fringe - Evonne Keron Strikes Back Comedian, The Dear Future Wife Defending the CaveWoman From America? Harmon Leon - The Infiltrator Janey Godley’s Chat Show Late Night Lounge Lucky 13 Show, The Michael Jerrarde - Gifted Open Mic @ The Globe Original Sin Peeled Over Phone Book Live, The ?!? Rajesh: Bollywood Lounge Singer Shapiro, Rick Songs About Vaginas Tales Of An Urban Joker Talk of the Fest Taylor Negron & Lili Haydn: Satellites Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players: The Complicated Life, The
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African-Ghanaian Cultural Drumming and Dancing FNGR-SPK
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Dr. Sketchy’s Burlesque Art Salon
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Whimsical Tricycle - Insane in London
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Anti-Ageing Look Better Feel Better Live Better Babble Fatboy Fatboy Importance of Shoes, The Iron Eyelashes, The Not in My Name! - The Trial of Niccolo Machiavelli. Sylvia’s Ball Vallimar Jansen Is Ethel Waters
Greenside Venue: 231 • Grid Ref: C6 • 1b Royal Terrace D 0131 557 2124 • All day throughout the Fringe. A www.w4greenside.co.uk Greenside, Venue 231 now in its third and biggest year yet! Just a two minute walk from the prestigious Edinburgh Playhouse, Greenside showcases all genres of performance from dance to comedy, musicals to theatre all under one roof. B Take-away snacks for all ages! C Greenside has 16 stone steps leading down to the scenic gardens outside the main entrance to the venue. All staff are DDA aware and are only too happy to help. Prior notice appreciated.
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And Carl Laughed Blood Brothers Catriona Dark and Stormy Night, A Eve Guid Scots Tongue, A Importance of Being Earnest, The Journeys End Macbeth Monkey Boy Saves the Planet Monky Business Orpheus Ex Machina Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, The Proof Romeo and Juliet Tales Gone Wilde! Writer’s Block
Greyfriars Kirk Venue: 131 • Grid Ref: E5 • Greyfriars Place, Candlemaker Row D 0131 226 0000 For Cadenza Choir please call 0131 441 2015 A www.greyfriarskirk.com Over the past seventeen years, Greyfriars Kirk has become an acclaimed city centre venue with a relaxed atmosphere and magnificent acoustics. The Kirk is open every day throughout the festival. Come and hear the true story of Greyfriars Bobby. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop system in operation for lectures and drama, but not concerts. 2 wheelchair spaces available in auditorium (more available by advance arrangement).
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Annual Mozart Concert and Elgar Enigma Variations Cadenza at the Fringe Fascinating Rhythms FBYO: Katabatic Winds Loud & Proud On The Fringe Scottish Sinfonia - Conductor Neil Mantle
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Feast of Song & Light Classical Music, A
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Robert the Bruce - King for all Seasons Saint Joan
Guildford Arms Venue: 107 • Grid Ref: D5 • 1 West Register Street (off East End Princes Street) D 0131 556 4312 A www.guildfordarms.com ‘Fringes Best Free Live Music Venue’ (Evening News) hosts two Music Festivals; Folk & Blues (13th Year) and Jazz (4th Year). Classic Victorian Real Ale Bar and elegant Gallery Restaurant. Evening News Best City Bar 1999. B Licensed bar, food. C Restricted access, staff happy to help.
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of exhibitions or our large collections are possible, call for more information. C Restricted wheelchair access, 70 stairs to gallery. Special viewing arrangements can be made for those unable to access the gallery. Please call for more details.
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Forty years ago today - Autumn 1967
Henderson’s Venue: 269 • Grid Ref: D4 • 94 Hanover Street D 07980 358 942 • 10:00-15:00 A 0131 225 2131 • www.hendersonsofedinburgh.co.uk Just a short walk from the Assembly Rooms, Henderson’s offers the healthy eating experience. Scottish produce is a feature of the menu and this year the atmosphere is spiced with drama and music fresh from the Norfolk Broads. B Food available Mon-Sat 07:30-22:30. Bistro open Sun. C Restricted wheelchair access. 10 steps at front door and 5 steps into performance space.
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Mardling the Bard: A Norfolk Twelfth Night
Hide in the Argyle Venue: 353 • Grid Ref: H5 • 15-17 Argyle Place A funky basement area with bars on 2 levels. Central location 100 metres from Meadows Theatre Big Tops. Varied range of live entertainment. Light food menu available. C Ground floor wheelchair access. Basement area restricted access.
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Arts in the Argyle
High Street, Cockburn Street to George IV Bridge Venue: 10 • Grid Ref: E5 • Royal Mile D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 226 0026 • www.edfringe.com The Royal Bank on the Royal Mile. A mini outdoor festival within the festival, head to the Mile for a piece of the action. You’ll find the Fringe Shop & Box Office and plenty of seats in or out of the sun to eat, drink and be merry. B A variety of restaurants, cafés/bars situated on Royal Mile. C Restricted wheelchair access, cobbled streets.
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Royal Bank on the Royal Mile
Hillary Rohde Cashmere Workshop and Design Studio Venue: 105 • Grid Ref: C2 • 22 Moray Place D 0131 225 3948 • Aug 6-Aug 31 Mon-Fri 10:00-16:00 A www.hillaryrohde.com On the first floor of a classic Georgian New Town house, minutes from the city centre, the design studio has stunning views across the city and provides a friendly environment for viewing and buying unique, hand knit cashmere sweaters and accessories. Open 10:00-16:00 (not weekends).
Caledonian Folk & Blues At The Guildford Orkney Jazz At The Guildford
C Restricted wheelchair access, 6 steps, lift to 1st floor. Please phone in advance if assistance required.
Hanover Fine Arts
Handknit Cashmere - Design Studio Exhibition & Sale
Venue: 366 • Grid Ref: C4 • 22a Dundas Street D 0131 556 2181 Hanover Fine Arts is a semi-basement Gallery situated in Dundas Street, right in the centre of the commercial art centre of the Capital.
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Holyrood Too @ Faith
Artists for the Caley
Venue: 38 • Grid Ref: E5 • 207 Cowgate D 0131 225 9764 • Aug 3-26 10:30-22:30 A 0131 225 9764 • www.rarebirdsprod.com/ HolyroodToo.html This year we are hosting a variety of comedy shows: characters, sketches, cabaret, poetry, music and films. Tickets prices are all under £7 and we provide a friendly relaxed atmosphere with a lounge bar upstairs. Discount drinks for ticket holders!
Heart Gallery
C 1 step at entrance, wheelchair access viable, please call to arrange bookings.
Venue: 315 • Grid Ref: D5 • 6 Waterloo Place A 07973 988 471 Small private gallery specialising post 1900 avant garde art situated just off the East End of Princes Street on Waterloo Place. All exhibitions are free. Private/out of hours viewings
Abi Roberts Gets Her Hits Out Alyssa Kyria: (In)Famous For 5 Minutes! Anatole and Yerhudi Beginner’s Guide to German Humour!, A best laid marketing plans
C Restricted wheelchair access, 6 steps to main entrance, 1 steep step to enter.
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Eirlys Bellin: Reality-check Isabel Fay: Altar Ego James Sherwood’s Somewhat Premature Review of 2007 Janice Phayre: With Occasional Showers Jo Coffey: My Dad’s Caravan is Rubbish ... Lee Ness presents ‘Lunch Time Bufty!’ Night in Sandy Hole!, A Wilty & Wehn
Home from Home Venue: 146 • Grid Ref: B5 • 54 Annandale St D 07821 677382 • Aug 1-26 11:00-18:00 A 07821 677382 • www.breatheshomefromhome. co.uk A temporary home for artists. A domestic space becomes a venue that provides a site for exploration of art and life through performances that put the emphasis on interactivity and intimacy, providing both audience and guest with an informal experience. C Limited disabled access.
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Just To(o) Long(?) SuperJumbo
Hopetoun House Venue: 345 • Grid Ref: C1 • South Queensferry A 0131 331 2451 • www.hopetounhouse.com Hopetoun House ‘Scotland’s Finest Stately Home’ is situated 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh and is a splendid example of the work of Scottish architects Sir William Bruce and William Adam. The lawns surrounding the house offer an ideal setting for outdoor theatre.
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Institute Of Zoo Logic Venue: 354 • Grid Ref: C4 • 15 Queen Street D 07966 089 203 A www.zoologic.org Having garnered a fortune in the lucrative world of cryptotaxidermy Zoo Logic arrive in Edinburgh to lose the lot. Arturart and The Magic Lantern Cinema. Everyday. Free. C Restricted wheelchair access, 7 steps to main entrance, 15 steps to Arturart. 15 steps to The Magic Lantern.
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Arthur Smith - Arturart
Inverleith Church Hall Venue: 120 • Grid Ref: A3 • Inverleith Gardens, Ferry Road D 0131 538 6077 • Box office counter open 1 hr before show. A 0131 538 6077 Inverleith Church Hall has been the setting for Forth Children’s Theatre Productions for the past nineteen years and has hosted many colourful productions from the young, talented cast of the multi-award winning company, now in their twenty-eighth year! B Interval refreshments. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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C Fully accessible to wheelchair users with some assistance. This is an outdoor event and access to the lawn where the play will be performed is via a sloping, dirt path.
Inverleith House - Royal Botanic Garden
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Venue: 367 • Grid Ref:A3 • Arboretum Place/Inverleith Row D 0131 248 2983 • 10:00-17:30 Daily during Festival. A www.rbge.org.uk Inverleith House, which has been described as ‘the most ideal gallery in Britain’, presents an award-winning programme of visual art exhibitions by internationally-acclaimed contemporary artists, set within the 73 acre landscaped grounds of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
Romeo and Juliet
The Hudson Hotel Venue: 279 • Grid Ref: D2 • 9-11 Hope Street D Free non-ticketed shows: no box office. A 0131 247 7000 • www.hudsonhoteledinburgh.co.uk The Hudson Hotel is an 18th century building which houses one of the contemporary and stylish hotels in the city. Fringe Performances are held in the Hudson Club, the comfortable and stylish downstairs bar of the hotel, until 19:00, after which it reverts to bar/club use. C Fully accessible.
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Aaaaargos of the Soul Amateur Pro-Celebrity Karaoke (Free) Steel & Simon Show, The Wrong Cinema
Inhouse Venue: 174 • Grid Ref: C3 • 28 Howe Street A 0131 225 2888 • www.inhouse-uk.com One of Europe’s leading design stores - has presented the Design Exhibition since 1982. Design at its contemporary best. Furniture, lighting, table/kitchenware, home/travel accessories, stationery & gifts from Alessi to Zanotta and everything in between. Open 09:30-18:00. C Restricted wheelchair access. 1 step to main entrance.
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Inlingua Edinburgh Venue: 258 • Grid Ref: D4 • 29 Hanover Street D 0131 220 5119 • Mon-Thu 09:00-20:00 Fri 09:0017:00 Weekends 1hr prior to show begin. A www.inlingua-edinburgh.co.uk We are a language centre and offer all year round conversational courses in all languages as well as translation & interpreting services and meeting room hire. Our rooms are spacious and contemporarily furnished and we offer tea/coffee facilities in our reception area. C Restricted access, 57 steps to 2nd floor.
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Nick Pynn - Opaque
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B Terrace Café situated next door to Inverleith House. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Signed, audio descriptions and induction loop available. Phone info line for details.
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Two Voices - Botany Behind the Scenes William Eggleston - Portraits 1974
The Ivanhoe Venue: 71 • Grid Ref: D4 • 6 South St David Street. A bar very conveniently located just off Princes Street opposite the Scott Monument. Shows are held in the basement space. B Food served Tue-Sat 12:00-20:00. Bar Sun-Thu 11:0000:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-01:00. C Restricted wheelchair access: flight of narrow steps.
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Brian & Krysstal’s Pick ‘n’ Mix - Free Free: Kerplunsky and The Pope IF not COMedians Laughter at Lunchtime Make me an Offer Matt Hollins - Life In The Bus Lane Men with Bananas: Bananageddon Niblock vs. Gig-A-Tron Underground Outcast
The Jazz Bar Venue: 57 • Grid Ref: E5 • 1a Chambers Street D 0131 220 4298 • 12:30-22:00 A www.thejazzbar.co.uk Edinburgh’s coolest live jazz venue, with music every night! This stylish, comfortable bar has music as the focus, and also hosts afternoon Fringe shows. Hear the best of local and visiting jazz groups, plus open jam sessions and special events. B Drinks 12:30-05:00; snacks 12:30-05:00. C The venue is a basement, accessed by stairs; 2 flights of around
10 steps, with intermediate landing. There is no separate disabled WC. Wheelchairs have to be carried down and up stairs.
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Cowgate Cartoon at the Jazz Bar
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David Sneddon & Chris Townsend (Acoustic Sessions) Freedom for the recorder! Jazz Bar Jazz Neate, Andi Samba Sene & Diwan Silhouette Antoinette Presents ‘Let Them Eat Cake’
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Joanna Space In Between, The Unpicked Fruit
John Lewis Venue: 355 • Grid Ref: C5 • St James Centre D 0131 556 9121 • Mon-Wed 09:00-18:00 Thu 09:0020:00 Fri 09:00-18:00 Sat 09:00-18:30 Sun 10:00-18:00 A www.johnlewis.com John Lewis, Scotland’s largest department store, is situated at the hub of shopping in the city centre. With everything from gift food to fashions, and boasting a delightful restaurant with stunning views of the city, it offers a one-stop shopping experience catering to your every need. B Place to Eat, Espresso Bar (level 4) Café (level 3). C Fully accessible.
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Window on the Fringe
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Fringe Poster Competition
Just the Tonic @ The Caves Venue: 53 • Grid Ref: E5 • 253 Cowgate D 0131 208 2351 • Aug 2-Aug 26 11:30-00:30 Brand new venue for the Festival. Just the Tonic, (previously producers of The Café Royal) have brought some of the best in comedy and late night entertainment to The Caves complex. Have a hoot and keep your arms and legs. C Restricted wheelchair access, 17 steps to The Cavity, 17 steps to Inner Sanctum, 17 further steps to balcony.
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Amused Moose Comedy’s Hot Starlets 2007 Armchair Renaissance Man Big Value Comedy Show - Early Big Value Comedy Show - Late Clever Title, A Club Vague Duncan Oakley’s 68 Bumcrack Special Dunlop, Dougie Genesis Lad to Dad Light, Shade, Lemonade Liz Bentley: I’ve Only Got Myself To Blame Matt Forde’s On Heat Pappy’s Fun Club VHS 2: Planet of the Tapes
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Jonathan Prag Classical Guitar
King George V Park Venue: 371 • Grid Ref: B4 • Eyre Place D 0131 226 0000 A 07878 757561 King George V Park is situated in Eyre Place, New Town. It is a wonderful family entertainment venue. It boasts an array of children’s activity areas and is also home to ‘Scotland Yard’ a facility that is dedicated to entertain the needs of special needs children. It has beautiful open spaces that are nestled amidst leafy trees and breathtaking vegetation. Tickets available at venue on performance days. B Tea Garden / BBQ / Mexican & Italian food stands. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. No pets, except guide-dogs.
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Shine in the Park
Large Black Sign Outside St Giles’ Cathedral Venue: 213 • Grid Ref: E5 • Royal Mile D 0131 225 9044 • 10:00-22:00 A www.blackhart.uk.com Meet at the large black signs that say ‘City Of The Dead’ next to St. Giles’ Cathedral in Parliament Square on the Royal Mile. C Restricted access - walking tour, uneven ground. Please call Box Office for more information.
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City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
Laughing Horse @ Hillside Venue: 167 • Grid Ref: C6 • 11 Hillside Crescent D 0131 556 9332 • Aug 3-Aug 25 11:00-21:00 A www.freefestival.co.uk The Hillside club features two Theatres and three large bars located in a spacious Georgian club building, featuring a wide selection of free Fringe shows from Midday to Midnight every day. B Three Bars with a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits, and inexpensive prices. C Steps into venue with assistance available. Lift to all floors once inside. Contact the Box Office for assistance.
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About Comedy: Stand-Up Comedy Courses Afternoon Delight - Free Brief History of Magic - Free Show, A Confessions of a Logical Mind 2 - Now I have a Headache Free Comedy Cocktail Ian Fox - One Man Defective Story (Free) Late & Free @ Hillside Liam Speirs and Benny Boot, Frying free Lost In Music - Free Phil Buckley ‘Stroke The Panda’ (Free) Watson’s World (Free) Why I Hate Mechanics
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‘Guernica Falls’ - Free
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde Venue: 259 • Grid Ref: C4 • 112 Hanover Street D 0131 225 2022 • Aug 3-Aug 25 11:00-21:00 A www.freefestival.co.uk Decorated in a dark and eerie gothic style, with skeletons and other macabre items... Two bars offer food, beers, spirits, wines and themed cocktails - and there are performances of Free Comedy shows every day from Midday to 1am. B Gothic Style Bar, with drinks and meals available all day; plus themed cocktails. C Disabled access with assistance to ground floor bar, but restricted access to Basement Bar with a short flight of stairs to entrance-assistance available, please contact Box Office.
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Arthur & Marthur’s Midnight Comedy Coven - Free Asian Invasion - Free Christian,The Jew,The Muslim and The Geordie,The Free Mouseketeers - Free!, The Hari Krishna and the Philosopher’s Stoned - Free Jaik Campbell: L-L-Lost for Words - My Life with a Stutter - Free Laughing Horse Free Pick of the Fringe Life Changing Comedy - Free Penultimate Solution, The Pretty Dirty Things - Free Rob Deb: Heroquest (Free Show) Sex And Violence: Free!
Laughing Horse @ Linsay’s Venue: 56 • Grid Ref: B6 • 15 Brunswick Street D 0131 556 8974 • Aug 1-Sep 1 10:00-23:00 A www.freefestival.co.uk Three Performance Spaces and Three bars. A large Garden to relax in-between shows, with a large covered smoking area. Free Wi-Fi Internet. Pool table. Cheap Bar Prices - and Shows from Midday to 12.30am - and all shows are Free! B 3 bars over 3 floors. Large smoking areas. Very good value bar and food prices. C Disabled WCs; disabled access to Basement and Garden.
Steps to ground floor bar, and other areas of venue. Please phone before visit for assistance information.
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Absinthe Without Leave Apocalypse Soon - Free Artyfacts! - Free Show Can You Get A World Record In Rap With Richard Coughlan? Churchill Stole my Soundbite - Free Festival Dazed And Confused - Free Deafy’s Island Discs (Free) Diddy Fingers Stella Ratner: Free Entry Dizzy Highway, The Doctor Deepak’s Midday Surgery (Free) Eddy Brimson Is Free... (but there might be a whip round) Escape from Bitchpants (Free) Free Illegal Waste TV and Video = Radioshow, The Honky-Hating Heterophobic Manwhore, The I.D. If Small Is Beautiful, Why Won’t You F**k Me? - Free! I Kissed a Frog and It Gave Me Herpes - Free Intelligence Jewish Comedy - Free at Last Laughing Horse Free Comedy Selection Life, Love and Tumours - Free Mark Allen’s Mob Logic - Free More You Pee, the Less you Cry - Free, The Northumbria University Showcase - Free Pam Ford: All Legs And Ladders - Free Pretty Dirty Things - Free Raving Loonies - Stand-up and Sketches Super Great Comedy Good Show - Free!, The Umpteen Things Unnatural Comedy Selection - Free!
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Bellydancing in Leeds - Free Show
Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar Venue: 264 • Grid Ref: F6 • 42-44 Buccleuch Street D 0131 667 6907 • Aug 3-Aug 25 11:00-21:00 A www.freefestival.co.uk The Meadow Bar offers two stylish bars with distinctive service and an extensive selection of beers, spirits, shooters, cocktails and drinks offers. Also an Internet Cafe. Performances of Stand-Up comedy run here from Midday to 3am - all performances are Free. B 2 bars over 2 floors, drinks and meals available all day. C Disabled access to ground floor bar, restricted access to performance space. Assistance available, please contact the venue.
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Club Sandwich - Free Show ComedySportz UK @ The Free Festival Dan Willis: A stage, a mic, some jokes - Free Good,The Bad and The Cuddly ‘Ride Again’ - Free!,The Jay Foreman - 20 Songs for Free Laughing Horse Free Late Night Comedy Mike Belgrave - Raised 2B Stupid - Free Nik Coppin - Half Blak (Free) Obie is Maraculous Please Hold, Chris Brooker Knows You Are Waiting - Free 3 Comedians For The Price of None Tony Littler Middle Aged Punk
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Pure Inspiration - Free
Laughing Horse @ Berlin Venue: 158 • Grid Ref: E2 • 3 South Queensferry Street Lane D 0131 467 7215 • Aug 4-Aug 25 12:00-20:00 A 0131 467 7215 • www.freefestival.co.uk Newly refurbished, and fully air-conditioned, Berlin features a full programme of free shows from Midday to 9pm daily, with two theatres and three bars. From 10pm the venue turns into a club, with three dance floors open until dawn.
Battling Katrina and Other Nasty Water Nymphs - Free Fringe Bevan and Browne are Terrified - Free Bringing in the Sheep - Free ***** The Scotsman - Free I’ll Show You Mine - Free Show It Started With A Quiz - Free Marcus Clarke Is ‘The Puppet Maker’ Meyerspace Mike Belgrave - Bunker Thinks He’s Hunter Sketch Show - Free Tiny Tim’s Men of Steel - Free Too Good (to be free) Very Near Future - Free, The
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I Am You Are Me (Free)
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Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club Venue: 164 • Grid Ref: C6 • 7 Baxter’s Place, Leith Walk D 0131 557 3838 • Aug 3-Aug 25 11:00-21:00 A 0131 557 3838 • www.freefestival.co.uk Two bars and one theatre, based in a large Georgian Building on Leith Walk, with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and a programme of Free Comedy shows throughout the day from Midday to Midnight. B Widely stocked bar with beers, wines and spirits at inexpensive prices. C Access to the venue is up a flight of stairs. Assistance available, please contact the venue.
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Donald Mack - Renegade - Live and Free Edward Aczel - Trust me there is no hope (Free) Festival of Football Four Bad Men - Free Late-night Stand-up Global Warning International Stand-Up Is Dick Cheney Evil? Ismo Leikola - Rogue State Finland - Free Liane Ross Straight To The Point Reflections Of A Window Cleaner, The TBC
Laughing Horse @ Ego Venue: 204 • Grid Ref: C5 • 14 Picardy Place D 0131 478 7434 • 10:00-16:00 A www.clubego.co.uk A funky venue in the trendy Broughton Street area for all things entertainment. Decadent interior with burgundy-coloured walls sporting huge Renaissance-style paintings. This is the place to hang out to the wee small hours. www.clubego.co.uk B Licensed until 05:00. C Disabled access available, please contact venue for further information.
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Funny Women at the Fringe
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Funny Women Workshops
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Guid Sisters, The
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House Venue: 170 • Grid Ref: F5 • 38 West Nicolson Street D 0131 667 7533 • Aug 3-Aug 25 11:00-23:00 A www.freefestival.co.uk Located above the Pear Tree, the Counting House offers two rooms full of free Fringe shows every day from Midday until 2am. With two well stocked bars, and a large outdoor seating area to enjoy between the shows.
B 3 bars with a wide selection of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails. C Restricted wheelchair access, 15 steps down to main entrance. Contact Box Office for assistance.
B 2 bars and outdoor courtyard, with a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits. C Restricted wheelchair access, long flight of stairs into venue. Assistance available, contact the Box Office.
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Andrew J. Lederer - Free!
Best of Long Live Comedy - Free, The
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Chris Mccausland’s Planes, Trains & Shameful Ordeals - Free Cowboys & Indians (Dot, Not Feather) Free Friggonometry - Free! Great Big Comedy Picnic (Free), The Hello Kittens Honky and the Wog free stand up show, The John Gordillo: Free Kama Sutra: From India With Love - Free Late Starters - Free Manos The Greek - Free Merle Handsome’s Late Night Comedy Extravganza (Free) Mike Manera: Live! At the Free Festival Mixt Nutz Mysketch - Free Peanut Butter Not Included - Free Sally-Anne Hayward ‘Is He Funny?’ Shelley Cooper - Reality Cheque Unshakeable - Free Wanna Play Einstein & Gandhi? Free War on Worry - Free! What gets me is... (Free Show)
The Liquid Room Venue: 173 • Grid Ref: E4 • 9c Victoria Street D 0870 169 0100 A 0131 225 2564 • www.tonthefringe.com A well-established club for live music which last year hosted the sell-out shows for the likes of Jamie T, The Coral, Richard Hawley & Paolo Nutini. B Licensed bar available. C Ramp on right hand side of building on to dance floor. Please contact venue for more details 0131 225 2564.
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Best of T-Break, The Brand New Eagles of Death Metal Holloways, The Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan Magic Numbers and Kate Nash, The Mason, Willy Scottish Folk ‘n’ Roll T, Jamie
Lloyds TSB Scotland Venue: 159 • Grid Ref: D3 • 120 George Street D 0131 225 4555 Step inside the administrative headquarters of Lloyds TSB Scotland and escape from the festival rush. A tranquil location for a free insight into what inspires Scotland’s artists today. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Lloyds TSB Private Banking - Scottish Arts Exhibition
The Lot Venue: 24 • Grid Ref: E4 • 4 Grassmarket D 0131 225 9922 A www.the-lot.co.uk One of Edinburgh’s finest all year music/creative arts venues, centrally located in a charming converted church. Excellent acoustics, natural daylight and a spectacular view of Edinburgh Castle. Licensed bar in music room and relaxed bistro on ground floor. B Bottled beer/wine/snacks/tea and coffee available in venue. Licensed bistro downstairs. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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X-Files Improv
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Alba Flamenca
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Edgar, Kim Filthy Six @ The Lot, The Shine at The Lot Yiddish Song Project
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Lucie Fenton Gallery Venue: 276 • Grid Ref: B2 • 20a Raeburn Place A 0131 332 3999 New work from renowned animator and artist, Clark Irving. Exciting and vibrant paintings celebrating the cityscape of Scotland’s capital. C Fully accessible.
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Mad Dogs Venue: 368 • Grid Ref: D4 • 38a George Street Situated on George Street, this upmarket live music venue is hosting Ray Wilson, who was discovered here in the late 1990’s. Wilson has played with the likes of Genesis and Stiltskin. B Café upstairs selling range of light refreshments. C No disabled access.
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Ray Wilson Band
comedy and dance acts. A unique open-air extravaganza for absolutely everyone. B A number of caterers will be providing food and drinks all day long. C Fully accessible.
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Fringe Sunday
Meadows Theatre Big Tops Venue: 189 • Grid Ref: G5 • The Meadows, Melville Drive D 0131 667 0202 (Lady Boys of Bangkok only) 0871 224 0033 • From Aug 1 09:30-20:30 Spectacular ‘State of the Art’ Big Tops. The larger seats 1000 in a mixture of chairs and tiered seats, the smaller seating 450 cabaret style. A licensed bar completes the most stunning alternative venues at the Fringe. For Lady Boys of Bangkok tickets call 0131 667 0202. For tickets for all other shows at this venue please call 0871 224 0033. B Licensed bar and snack bar. C Restricted access. Adapted WC.
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Tweedy’s Lost Property
Mansfield Traquair Centre
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Venue: 262 • Grid Ref: B5 • 15 Mansfield Place A 0131 556 3882 The Centre, built in the 1870s by Rowand Anderson for The Catholic Apostolic Church is 5 minutes from the east end of Princes St. Its murals by Phoebe Anna Traquair have featured in BBC programmes Art & Soul and FlogIt!
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C Wheelchair access, disabled WC.
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Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals at the Mansfield Traquair Centre
Mayfield Salisbury Church Venue: 110 • Grid Ref: H6 • 1a Mayfield Road D 0131 226 0000 The church, designed by Hippolyte Blanc has been elegant feature of the south side of the city of Edinburgh, ever since its opening in 1875. C Level access via West Mayfield entrance.
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Rules of Comedy, The
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If we are Women
McEwan Hall Venue: 25 • Grid Ref: F5 • Bristo Square D 0131 662 8740 A www.festivals.ed.ac.uk This beautiful and grand building on Bristo Square with its stunning dome roof is always a bit of a mystery, so expect the unexpected this year with unusual and ground breaking shows. C Fully accessible.
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Silent Disco - Visual Galaxy
Meadowbank Stadium Venue: 333 • Grid Ref: C6 • 139 London Road D 0870 169 0100 A 0131 620 8027 • www.tonthefringe.com The largest ever outdoor standing venue at the Fringe at 25,000 capacity. Will include bars and food outlets. C Fully accessible, please call venue to book tickets 0131 620 8027.
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Foo Fighters Kaiser Chiefs Razorlight and Editors
The Meadows Venue: 200 • Grid Ref: G4 • Melville Drive D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 226 0026 • www.edfringe.com See the best of the Fringe for free at Fringe Sunday on the Meadows. Showcasing hundreds of Fringe music, theatre,
Circus of Horrors, The Cirque Surreal Lady Boys of Bangkok
Medical Quad Venue: 364 • Grid Ref: F5 • Teviot Place D 0131 662 8740 • From Jun 1 Tel 10:00-18:00.Tickets also available from the venue 30mins before the performance. A www.festivals.ed.ac.uk This Quad has played host to some dramatic and unusual pieces of theatre in the past. In the heart of the city and the University’s Medical School, next to Bristo Square, this historical space is hosting a unique showcase event. C Accessible to wheelchairs-please call the box office for further details as this is an unusual venue.
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Few Little Drops - The Extraordinary Life of Water, A
Medina & Negociants Venue: 205 • Grid Ref: F5 • 45-47 Lothian Street D 0131 225 6313 • 09:00-03:00 Medina, situated in the heart of the Fringe, offers the perfect late night entertainment from live acoustic music to comedy to some of Edinburgh’s best DJ’s. Open til 05:00 every night/ day; be prepared to see the sunrise as you leave! B Upstairs, Negociants allows you to recharge with bistro style food, or simply relax with a glass of wine, coffee or sample the eclectic range of bottled beers. C Restricted access to Medina, down 20 stairs. 1 step up to Negociants. Staff more than happy to help.
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London Underground Song (and even more ballads), The
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Acoustic Edinburgh Festival Shanghai to Memphis, or Poorly Remembered, Badly Written Stories of Music and Love
Meet outside Festival Fringe Office Venue: 372 • Grid Ref: E5 • 180 High Street A 07734 425 291 • www.myspace.com/ crapattheenvironment The Fringe Box Office is the centre of all things Fringe in Edinburgh. We’re meeting outside it. Slightly left of centre then... if you’re facing downhill. C Walking tour. Restricted access
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Mark Watson’s 24 Hour Jamboree To Save The Planet
The Mercat Bar Venue: 282 • Grid Ref: E1 • 28 West Maitland Street D Free non-ticketed shows: no box office A 0131 225 8716 • www.mercatbar.com Contemporary bar at West End/Haymarket area, serves excellent fresh food daily in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Basement bar will host Fringe acts in an area not traditionally associated with the festival. A unique and exciting season awaits... B Modern and contemporary bar serving excellent fresh food in a chilled and relaxed atmosphere. C Restricted access. Stairs only to downstairs venue.
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‘Beat Off ’ Dirty Yanks David Zanthor Presents ‘Monsieur De Reve’ - A Free Magic Show Fresh Faces At The Free Fringe ‘F’ Show, The Hellfire Club - Free, The Sing-Along-A-The-Joy-Of-Sex Something To Crow About
adapted WC. BSL tours and descriptive tours for the visually impaired available-contact venue for details.
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Bank of Scotland totalART: Andy Warhol
National Library of Scotland Venue: 147 • Grid Ref: E5 • George IV Bridge D 0131 623 3845 A www.nls.uk Scotland’s largest research library, home to millions of books, maps, manuscripts and other printed and electronic items. A treasure trove of knowledge, history and culture, with free exhibitions all year round. B Refreshment room. C Wheelchair access to Exhibition Hall via lift and adapted WC.
FBYO: West of Scotland Schools Symphony Orchestra
The Nomads Tent Venue: 142 • Grid Ref: F6 • 21 St Leonard’s Lane D 0131 662 1612 • Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00 Sun 12:00-16:00 A www.nomadstent.co.uk Oriental rugs and carpets provide a sumptuous backdrop to the exhibition area. Furniture, artefacts and textiles interact with the surroundings to generate an exotic ambience for visitors to enjoy. Perfect environment in which to linger and relish the exhibition. C Ground floor wheelchair access.
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Textiles of the Southern Silk Route
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North Edinburgh Arts Centre
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National Museum of Scotland
Millennium Link
Venue: 179 • Grid Ref: E5 • Chambers Street D 0131 247 4422 • Mon-Sun 10:00-17:00 A 0131 247 4422 • www.nms.ac.uk Two iconic buildings, one amazing museum - all in the heart of the city. Here you can discover the story of Scotland - its land, people and culture, and explore international collections covering nature and art, culture and science. Admission free.
Venue: 208 • Grid Ref: A1 • 15a Pennywell Court D 0131 315 2151 • Mon-Sat 09:30-17:00 A www.northedinburgharts.co.uk The family friendly venue with its studio theatre, café and garden is located behind Muirhouse shopping centre. Easy to reach by bus (Lothian buses 27, 37, 32, 42 stop at Muirhouse shopping centre) and free parking next to arts centre.
Hell’s Cabaret
Venue: 140 • Grid Ref: F2 • Edinburgh Quay, Fountainbridge D 0131 226 0000 A 01236 829920 • www.casestudieswineschool.co.uk Wine School at the Fringe is being held onboard the Millennium Link, moored on the Union Canal at Edinburgh Quay. Just 8 minutes by bus from Princes Street. Catch the No. 1 or 34 - get off at Cargo bar. C Restricted wheelchair access, narrow entrance, 4 steps down to boat.
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Wine School at the fringe
Murrayfield Parish Church Hall Venue: 104 • Grid Ref: E1 • Ormidale Terrace D 0131 226 0000 Easily reached by any bus going from city centre to Zoo. First stop after Kwik-Fit garage. B Tea and coffee at time of performance only. C Entrance: 3yd HR. Aud: 3yd WC.
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Tumble Tots - Fun in the Country
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Musselburgh Racecourse Venue: 294 • Grid Ref: F6 • Linkfield Road, Musselburgh D 0131 665 2859 A www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk A compact racecourse, offering excellent facilities in a stylish, friendly setting. Extensive bars, restaurants and a picnic area cater for all tastes and ages and the circuit is just over a mile and a quarter so that racing never seems far away. B Food and drink available all day. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Come Horseracing at Musselburgh Racecourse
National Gallery Complex Venue: 222 • Grid Ref: D4 • The Mound D 0870 118 1859 • Walk-in tickets: Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00 Tel: 08:00-20:00 A 0131 624 6200 • www.nationalgalleries.org/summer The National Gallery Complex incorporates the National Gallery of Scotland (home to Scotland’s national collectionadmission free) and the Royal Scottish Academy Building. Both are connected via an underground link containing state-of-theart visitor facilities including a cafe, restaurant and shop. B Licensed restaurant, café & shop. C Wheelchair access to all parts of the complex. Lifts and
John Murray Archive Exhibition Tea and Tigers: Stories of Scotland and South Asia
B Café Delos: Relax over lunch or coffee and cake in the stunning Main Hall 10:00-16:30. Soupson: family-friendly soup bar 10:00-16:30. Tower Restaurant: classic Scottish cuisine and skyline views (last reservations 23:00 call 0131 225 3003). C Wheelchair access throughout the museum, lifts to all floors and adapted WCs. Wheelchairs available for loan. There is an induction loop at the Royal Museum building Information Desk.
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Fonn’s Duthchas: Land and Legacy Picasso: Fired With Passion Weaving Words: The Art of Anna S King
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Dean Friedman - In Concert Free Music at the Museum Soft Shoe Skiffle Band
NAYO @ Central Hall Venue: 100 • Grid Ref: F3 • West Tollcross D 0131 229 2921 • Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00 and 10:0018:00 on evening performance days 30mins before performance.Tickets for next performance only. Central Hall is a grand Methodist church hall dating from the turn of the century with wonderful hundred-year-old stained glass in the art nouveau style and a great acoustic. The venue hosts the 28th Festival of British Youth Orchestras. B Tea, coffee and juice at evening performances only. C Entrance: 2yd 2+7+6 Str HR. Aud: 100yd 8+8 Str HR WC (+5 25”). Lift available from side entrance (Dunbar Street) to performance area level. Induction loop.
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FBYO: Darlington and the Dales Youth Orchestra FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Gospel Choir FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Jazz Orchestra FBYO: Edinburgh Schools Wind Ensemble and Concert Band FBYO: Edinburgh Secondary Schools Orchestra FBYO: Fife Youth Concert Band and the Kingdom Fiddlers FBYO: Fife Youth Orchestra FBYO: Fife Youth Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble FBYO: Jugendkapelle Lindau FBYO: Midlothian Youth Orchestra and Brass Band FBYO: Moray Concert Brass FBYO: National Youth String Orchestra of Scotland FBYO: NYCoS Training Choir and National Boys Choir FBYO: Perth Youth Orchestra FBYO: Perth Youth Orchestra Ensembles FBYO: RSAMD YouthWorks Music Orchestra FBYO: St Mary’s Music School String Ensemble FBYO: The Lydian Orchestra FBYO: The Lydian Orchestra FBYO: West of Scotland Schools Concert Band
B The family friendly café bar offers excellent home-made food and homebaking, open 09:30-16:00 and before and after events. C North Edinburgh Arts Centre is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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Ocean Jewellery Venue: 341 • Grid Ref: F3 • 32 Lady Lawson Street Ocean Jewellery is located close to the Grassmarket in the shadow of the Castle. Ocean is a modern, bright space displaying collections from local and international designers. C Restricted access. 1 step to entrance door.
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Fabulous ‘First’ at Ocean Jewellery
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre Venue: 134 • Grid Ref: LEITH • 98 Ocean Drive, Leith A 0131 555 8888 • www.oceanterminal.com Located on the waterfront in Leith, Ocean Terminal has a fabulous setting, overlooking the Firth of Forth, with visiting cruise and tall ships. It has 75 stores, restaurants and coffee shops, 12-screen cinema, Day Spa, Molly’s Play Centre and The Royal Yacht Britannia. Free parking. B Various bars, restaurants and cafés all around centre, open into the evening. C Fully accessible. Disabled parking on levels A, C and E of red and blue car parks, also in the surface car park in front of Debenhams. Wheelchairs provided.
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Old College Quad Venue: 192 • Grid Ref: E5 • South Bridge D 0131 662 8740 • Tel: from Jun 1 10:00-18:00, or buy from venue 30mins before each show. A www.festivals.ed.ac.uk The distinguished and historic surroundings of the University of Edinburgh’s 200 year old College are transformed into ‘consistently one of Edinburgh’s most exciting venues’ (Scotsman). Anything and everything goes with spectacular outdoor shows in this gracious and original space. C Flat entrance: 20yd on access road from South Bridge. As this is an outdoor venue advance notice is appreciated, please call the Box Office.
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Binari - The Spirit of the Beat
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Dulsori Workshop - Wild Beat Dancing Feet!
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Macbeth: Who Is That Bloodied Man?
Old Saint Paul’s Church Venue: 267 • Grid Ref: D5 • Jeffrey Street A 0131 556 3332 • www.osp.org.uk Historic Anglican church in the Catholic tradition. The ‘hidden gem’ of the Old Town, with numerous features of architectural and artistic interest, and Father Willis organ; descriptive leaflets available. Open daily 09:00-17:00 to visit, or for peace and stillness. B Refreshments after Sunday mass. C Entrance 3yds flat. Church 50yds 7+7+19+1 Straight. Induction loop. Handrail. Stairclimber available. Disabled access WC (level access). Please call for information or assistance.
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Choral Classics by Candlelight Fuaré Requiem by Candlelight Old Saint Paul’s Festival Evensong Old Saint Paul’s Festival Masses
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able to follow the Fringe online day by day, the ups and the downs, the trials and tribulations of outrageous folly. www.showcasefringe.tv C No wheelchair access.
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Showcase Fringe
Outside Writers’ Museum Venue: 98 • Grid Ref: E4 • Lady Stair’s Close, Lawnmarket D 07989 546791 • 09:00-19:00 Departs outside Writers’ Museum, Ladystairs Close, Lawnmarket (behind Deacon Brodie’s Tavern). Assemble at the ‘meeting point’ sign - daily at 10:30 and 13:30. Get there early and visit the Writers’ Museum. Admission free! C The route of The Edinburgh Book Lovers’Tour is not restrictive to wheelchair users-wheelchairs can cope easily.The walking involved is not in any way excessive, but please note that walking is involved.
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Edinburgh Book Lovers’ Tour, The
St Catherine of Siena
Palmerston Place Church
The Outhouse
Venue: 254 • Grid Ref: E1 • Palmerston Place D 0131 220 1690 • 09:00-12:00 A www.palmerstonplacechurch.com Modelled on Saint-Sulpice in Paris, this splendid church dates from 1875 and is in the heart of the West End. A magnificent yet intimate internal space is ideal for music concerts, featuring a fine Wells-Kennedy organ built in 1991.
Venue: 198 • Grid Ref: C5 • 12A Broughton Street Lane D 0131 557 6668 A www.freefringe.org/perfinfo.htm Just off famous Broughton Street down a lane, this popular and interesting bar also has a beer garden open during the summer months. Good bar food until 6pm. C Restricted access - performance space upstairs.
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All At Sea With The Laughter Gang!! Apes Like Me As You Were Do Something, Martin! Keara Murphy: Little Love Affairs Men With Bananas (Using Eco-Horror Movie Clips) Demonstrate Handy Survival Tips For Dealing With Rampaging Frogs, Zombie Sheep, Gigantic Poisonous Shrews, Marauding Snails, 6ft Killer Chickens And Radioactive Weasals, Preparing You For ...Nature’s Revenge Plot Thickens, The
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5 Beats to the bar
Out of the Blue Drill Hall Venue: 357 • Grid Ref: B6 • 32-36 Dalmeny Street D 0131 555 7100 • Mon-Sat 10:00-20:00 A www.outoftheblue.org.uk The Out of the Blue Drill Hall is Edinburgh’s newest, vibrant, all year round multi arts venue incorporating performances, exhibitions, café, rehearsal and artist studio spaces. B Café & licensed bar. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Outside Abbey Sanctuary Bookshop Venue: 94 • Grid Ref: D6 • Abbey Strand D 07966 447 206 A 07966 447 206 To find the Abbey Sanctuary Bookshop go down the Royal Mile (Canongate) to the bottom, cross the roundabout and head for the main Palace gates, the bookshop is on the left 10 metres before the gates. C No disabled access.
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Adrian’s Edinburgh City Cycle Tour
Outside The Dome Venue: 268 • Grid Ref: D4 • George Street D 07961 980 771 • Mon-Sat 11:00-19:00 A www.showcasefringe.tv Welcome to what we hope is a new and exciting chapter in this year’s Fringe. For the first time you, the public will be
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Music at Palmerston Place
Persian Rug Village Venue: 177 • Grid Ref: H2 • 34 Morningside Road D 0131 466 7071 There’s only one rug shop in Scotland run by Persians, it’s the Persian Rug Village. Expertly chosen, directly imported rugs, stools, kilim cushions & Persian artefacts, provides a sumptuous backdrop to the exhibition for visitors to enjoy. C Level access.
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Carpet People, The
The Phoenix Venue: 286 • Grid Ref: B5 • 46 Broughton Street D Free non-ticketed shows: no box office A 0131 557 0234 • www.freefringe.org A visit to Edinburgh would not be complete without a visit to this bar. We have a great selection of beers, wines and cocktails and a legendary jukebox. The comedy club is stylish, relaxed and situated in our cellar bar. B Popular city centre bar open all day 09:00-03:00. Food and coffee served all day. C Restricted wheelchair access, 10 steps to venue.
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David Heffron - Honest Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Middle East, The Johnny Foreigner Comedy Show, The Jokes, Stories And A Different Guest Every Night (Free) Komic Kaos Kabaret - Free!
Planning Aid for Scotland Venue: 342 • Grid Ref: D3 • 11A South Charlotte Street D 0131 220 9730 • Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 A 0131 220 9730 Planning Aid for Scotland works with people to shape Scotland’s future, providing support and information when it is needed. Our outreach programmes are designed to take the ‘mystique’ out of planning. Come and find out more! C Induction loop available. 11 steps down from pavement to basement area, 1 step up into building. No accessible WC. Please contact us to discuss how we can help you.
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Planning to Act
Pleasance Courtyard Venue: 33 • Grid Ref: E6 • 60 The Pleasance D 0131 556 6550 • 09:00-00:30 A www.pleasance.co.uk The Pleasance Courtyard (located at 60 Pleasance) has over 300,000 visitors, fourteen venues, six bars, three cafes and every kind of entertainment under the sun. It’s little wonder that for many people the Pleasance is the Fringe. ‘The best of all possible worlds’ (Observer). B 6 Bars, including Charlie’s Wine Bar. Food available includes a brand new menu at The Crags Bistro. Snacks available all day. C Pleasance is a disability friendly venue. Full access to all venues except Pleasance Attic and Cellar (additional Universal Access Performances arranged for shows in these venues). Further information available on our website.
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Big Ugly Monster and the Little Stone Rabbit, The Boy and the Dog Who Walked to the Moon, The Potted Potter: The Unauthorised Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff Silly Billy Bum Breath Strikes Back YarnBards
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4 At the Fringe AAA Stand-Up Alex Horne: Birdwatching Al Pitcher - Idiot Wind Andrew Lawrence - Social Leprosy for Beginners & Improvers Andrew Maxwell - Waxin’ Armando Iannucci’s Charm Offensive Arnab Chanda & Greg McHugh: Tickets Still Available Barry Castagnola: Mondeo Man BBC Asian network presents... BBC Radio 4’s Stars of the Future Best of Edinburgh Comedy 2007 - The Showcase Show Bill Hicks: Slight Return Bye Bye Edinburgh Charlotte Hudson and Leila Hackett - Two Left Hands Christian Reilly - How to Rock Classic Entertainment! Comedy Zone, The Dan Atkinson Knows That He Knows Nothing Dan Clark: Unfangled David Ward - ‘The Whole Truth and Nothing But ...’ Des Clarke - Destiny Faith Brown & Her Boys in the Buff Faith Brown Up Front Fat Tongue Field Study Footlights - Wham Bam Frank Skinner Stand-Up Frank Skinner Stand-up Get Keith Carter Girl and Dean God’s Pottery Saves The World! Growing Up Games Idiots of Ants Isy Suttie - Love Lost in the British Retail Industry Ivan Brackenbury’s Hospital Radio Roadshow Jarred Christmas: The Hero Show Jason Manford Joanna Neary’s Little Moments John Bishop: Shove Your Job Up Your Arse John Hegley: Letters to an Earwig Jon Richardson: Spatula Pad Just a minute Justin Moorhouse - Who’s the Daddy? Kirsten O’Brien - Confessions of a Children’s TV Presenter Ladies Monthly Liam Mullone’s Health + Safety Lock, Sean Loose Ends Lucy Porter’s Love-in Luke Wright, Poet & Man Man Who Discovered The Kama Sutra, The Mark Olver - Say Something Markus Birdman - Son of a Preacher Man Mark Watson - Can I briefly talk to you about the point of life? Matt Kirshen - Matt is ... Michael McIntyre: Live At The Pleasance Micky Flanagan - What Chance Change? Nicholas Parson’s Happy Hour Nick Doody - Hypocrite Nina Conti - Complete And Utter Conti Norman Lovett’s Slide Show Owen Powell - The Two Closest Starbucks in Britain Paul Merton’s Impro Chums Paul Sinha - King of the World Pegabovine: Coat Of Arms Phil Nichol - The Naked Racist Punt and Dennis: Stuff and Nonsense Rebus McTaggart: CrimeWarrior Reduced Edinburgh Fringe Impro Show, The
Rhod Gilbert - Who’s Eaten Gilbert’s Grape? Runaway Lovers, The Russell Howard - Adventures Russell Kane - Easy Cliché & Tired Stereotype School Of Comedy Simon Amstell No Self Simon Brodkin: One Man Comedy Club Stephen Grant - Taken for Granted Stephen K Amos - More of Me Tim Key - The Slut In The Hut Tommy And The Weeks Trippplicate’s TimeTripppers! Trumptonshire Tales Trying is Good Victor Watson and Oliver We Are Klang - Dickparty: A Retrospective Wil Hodgson - Straight Outta Chippenham XXX Stand-Up Zoe Lyons - Fight or Flight
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Arab & The Jew, The Low Life Tarnished
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Front Row in Edinburgh
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Flanders & Swann
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Eurobeat - Almost Eurovision Newley - The Singer And His Songs
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Auto Auto Chanbara - The Samurai Sword, Yamato Dai (Enough) Day In Dig Nation, A End Of Everything Ever, The End Of Everything Ever, Past Half Remembered, My Long Journey Home - Nie Trilogy, The Fanny and Faggot by Jack Thorne Faustus Funeral Games Greedy Scratchers Hugh Hughes in... Floating Hugh Hughes in... Story of a Rabbit Into the Hoods It Is Like It Ought To Be: A Pastoral Killer Joe Last South: Pursuit Of The Pole, The Love in (3) Parts Manbitch Not For Sale Punch & Judy Redux Sheepskin Something Fishy Stonewall Terrible Infants, The Touch by Bill Dare Turning Heads Unsex Me Here Victor Spinetti - A Very Private Diary; Revisited ‘What If?’ You’ve Got to Love Dancing to Stick to it
Pleasance Dome Venue: 23 • Grid Ref: F5 • 1 Bristo Square D 0131 556 6550 • 09:00-01:30 A www.pleasance.co.uk The Pleasance Dome (located at Potterow, 1 Bristo Square) offers six venues presenting the best in comedy, theatre and live music all under one roof. The legendary Pleasance atmosphere runs late into the night. B Introducing the Mosque Kitchen, serving the best Middle Eastern food throughout the day. Late licensed bar until 03:00 (05:00 at weekends). C Pleasance is a disabled friendly venue. We invest in making the venues as accessible as possible but are aware that there are services we cannot provide. We will continue to upgrade our facilities and welcome your comments.
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All Aboard Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Enchanted Castle, The Whiff
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Abigail Burdess Adam Bloom: Look At Me, Anybody! Afterhours ‘Any Questions’ - the Inaugural Festival Challenge Cup Bad Film Club, The BBC Stand up show live! Brendan Hunt: Five Years In Amsterdam
Brendon Burns: So I Suppose This Is Offensive Now Butch - A Queen’s Struggle To Become A King Captured Comeback, The Comedy Reserve David Benson - Nothing But Pleasure Edinburgh and Beyond Hello, Holly! Instant Sunshine - Floating in the Blue Janey Godley - Tell It Like It Is! Kitty Flanagan - A Festival of Me Lunch with the Hamiltons: Second Helping! Marcia Brown The Unsung Diva! Minor Spectacular Mirza, Shazia Nick Mohammed - 4uarters One Night Stand: An Improvised Musical Queef of Terence, The Rebus McTaggart Revels Student Comedy Competition Final Shappi Khorsandi: Carry On Shappi Tanyalee Davis: Little Do They Know
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Flamenco con Fusion
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Fly Right Dance Company: Tea Dance Solomon Sisters, The
nMusicals & Opera Failed States Last Five Years, The
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Air Balloon Across Antarctica, An Ashes Barnaby Brown: Orphan Extraordinaire Chaplin Extropia Hippo World Guest Book Inside Private Lives Jeremy Boutsakis - Thought Leader: A Conference for Sole Traders La Femme Est Morte or Why I Should Not F**K My Son Lizzie Roper in Peccadillo Circus L.O.V.E. Romeo? Juliet? Mile End Natasha Wood: Rolling with Laughter Neil Brand - The Silent Pianist Speaks Odd&Abandoned Panel, The Rash Wasted (Y)ears World’s End by Paul Sellar
PoNaNa Venue: 272 • Grid Ref: D3 • 43b Frederick Street D 0131 226 2224 A www.ponana.com PoNaNa features state of the art lighting and sound, a custom-built stage area, 2 bars, seating and tables, DJ booth, a separate outside area for smokers, a cloakroom/dressing room and a capacity to hold up to 350 people. B Fully licensed bar. C Restricted access, basement venue down 20 stairs.
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Night On The Town!, A
Quaker Meeting House Venue: 40 • Grid Ref: E4 • 7 Victoria Terrace D 0131 220 6109 • From Jul 30 10:00-20:30 A www.venue40.org.uk Just off the Royal Mile, our friendly venue on an airy terrace above Victoria Street hosts a varied theatre programme including children’s and family shows. Our vegetarian café is open 10:00-18:00 and all venue profits go to charity. B Vegetarian café open 10.00-18.00. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. 2 wheelchair spaces in theatre. Entrance door width 850mm.
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Elves & The Shoemaker, The Just So
nMusicals & Opera Marry Me A Little
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Beaux’ Strategem, The Fugue Fugitive Measure For Measure Planting the Dunk Botanic Gardens Small Medium at Large Suicide, The Vortigern’s Kingdom
Radisson SAS Edinburgh Hotel - Dickson’s Bar Venue: 39 • Grid Ref: E5 • 80 High Street Relaxed, informal, comfortable, candle-lit cellar bar with jazz club atmosphere. All seating is at tables and is unreserved. Tickets available from Fringe Office, or on door each day from 1 hour before performance. B Full bar & food menu. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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Jazz At Lunchtime
RIAS Gallery Venue: 155 • Grid Ref: E2 • 15 Rutland Square A 0131 229 7545 • www.rias.org.uk Gallery and bookshop promoting Scotland’s architecture and built environment. C Restricted wheelchair access - 6 steps into building.
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My Favourite Place
Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House Venue: 115 • Grid Ref: E6 • 2 Roxburgh Place D 0871 750 0077 • From Jul 31 A www.rocketvenues.com Rocket Venues at the Roxy Art House presents a wideranging programme of dance, music, and theatre. The Roxy Art House is the place to be for Fringe 2007 with its four theatres, café-bar, and free wireless internet access. B Licensed café-bar serving food and drink all day until late. C Box office and venue entrance up 2 steps. Disabled WC available. Due to building limitations, only Roxy Main is wheelchair accessible. Will do our best to accommodate all patrons; however, advanced notice is appreciated. See our website for further details.
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Announcing Scene Monkeys! Below the Fringe Different Kettle of Fish, A Innuendo Show, The
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Danceforms’ The 37th International Choreographers’ Showcase Extreme presents Unity and Rhythm Moving Landscape My Voice(s)
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Concerto/Choral Concert with Mr. Daniel Faltus, The HWS Jazz/Funk Epiphany, The Sophie Ramsay, By Yon Castle Wa’
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About Suffering They Were Never Wrong ... (The Trojan Women) Bennie Othella & The Jets: The Musical True-Crime Story of an American Idol ... and Her Extremely Jealous Backup Singer Hamlet Q Jones: The Musical True-Crime Story of a Really Depressed American Teenager ... And His Extremely Dysfunctional Family Road Movie a Bicyclette Seriously. Pet Shop Boys. Reinterpreted. Songs for a New World Ticket To The Top: A Rock Opera Of Corporate Proportions
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AINE...(tigone) Alice Bell All Fall; All Falling Bouncy Castle Macbeth Bridge To The Stars, A Brimstone and Treacle cold comfort 255
Couple of Blaguards, A Cricket on the Moon Curse of the Werewolf Danton’s Death Dating Game, The Dead Man’s Curve Ball Doing My Bit Elements Of Style, The English Teacher, The Fruits of Life, The Funeral for Don Quijote, A Gay Slave Handbook Habagat Howie A Rookie In Search of Kantor Mystery plays Nina Variations, The Nothinglefttolose, The Oleanna, by David Mamet One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Piaf Red Ritter, Dene, Voss Single Numberless Death, A Skirmishes Sniped Struwwelpeter - In English! To Be Conformed... Trials and Travails of Linda Trayers, The What the Butler Saw Womb Man
Roman Eagle Lodge Venue: 21 • Grid Ref: E4 • 2 Johnston Terrace D 0131 2267207 • From Aug 4 10:30-23:00 A www.romaneaglelodge.co.uk One of the Fringe’s most established venues hosts another excellent programme from around the world with theatre and splashes of comedy. Two great performance spaces packed with quality and a commitment to bring the best new companies and writers to Edinburgh. C Restricted wheelchair access, chair lift to 1st floor studio and same to 2nd floor plus 6 steps to theatre.
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Alternative Medicine Butler Did It!?, The Dirk the ‘Space’ Man East Famous Last Words Father, The Monkey 101 Rap Canterbury Tales, The Retreat Turn Me To Stone Whatever happened to Lyn Roe? What’s Your Poison?
Rosslyn Chapel Venue: 74 • Grid Ref: H6 • Roslin, Midlothian D 0131 445 4023 • 10:00-17:00 The atmospheric Rosslyn Chapel, 7 miles south of Edinburgh, is an enigma. Built by Sir William St Clair, the Chapel is famous the world over for its stunning architecture and is rumoured to house relics from the time of Christ.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Venue: 193 • Grid Ref: A2 • East Gate, 7a Inverleith Row D 0131 552 7171 • 10:00-19:00 A 0131 552 7171 • www.rbge.org.uk Scotland’s world renowned National Botanic Garden offers 70 acres of exotic tranquillity in the heart of the capital, only one mile north of Princes Street; ten glasshouses, Botanics Shop for gifts and plants, superb Terrace Café cuisine. Admission free, charges apply to Glasshouses. B Terrace Café open 10:00-18:00 daily. C Access available.
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Albert’s Magical Mystery Tour
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Hard Rain - The Exhibition
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Wagogo - Fruits of the Baobab
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Midsummer Night’s Dream, A
The Royal College of Surgeons Venue: 112 • Grid Ref: E6 • Lecture Theatre, Hill Square D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 527 1600 The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, founded in 1505, is the world’s oldest medical incorporation. Dedicated to the highest standards of surgical practice & education, the College is proud that its Lecture Theatre is a Festival Fringe venue. C Restricted access to some areas, please call venue for more information.
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Secret Life of Robert Burns, The
Royal High School Venue: 242 • Grid Ref: C1 • East Barnton Avenue D 0131 336 2261 • From Aug 13 Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00 and 1hr prior to each performance. A www.schoolswillrockyou.com/community The RHS is amongst the oldest schools in Britain, with roots going back to 1128. In 2007 we are delighted that it will become a venue in the Fringe hosting an amazing show, guaranteed to blow you mind: www.schoolswillrockyou.com/community B Non-alcoholic interval refreshments and some snacks will be available for purchase within the venue. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users.
nMusicals & Opera We Will Rock You
The Royal Oak
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Venue: 309 • Grid Ref: E5 • Infirmary Street, South Bridge D 0131 557 2976 • 10:00-20:00 A www.royal-oak-folk.com The Royal Oak is Edinburgh’s premier traditional music and folksinging howff. Rub shoulders with the top names in folk music, join in or just sit and listen; sample a cask ale or a fine malt, and enjoy the convivial atmosphere.
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B Full bar (soup, stovies, mince ‘n’ tatties in upstairs bar). C Restricted access, down 20 stairs to venue. Staff happy to help.
B Tea and Coffee available. C Level surface. Chapel fully accessible to wheelchair users. Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp in Historic Rosslyn Chapel Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp in Historic Rosslyn Chapel James II by Douglas Maxwell
Roxburghe Hotel Venue: 323 • Grid Ref: D3 • 38 Charlotte Square D 0131 226 7766 A 0131 240 5500 • www.roxburghe-hotel.co.uk Situated on historic Charlotte Square in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. The beautifully refurbished hotel is one of the city’s oldest and most prestigious hotels and behind the magnificent façade you will find the highest quality service and luxurious facilities. C Fully accessible.
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Rebus - A Hidden Edinburgh Rebus - Body Politic
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Festival Folk at the Oak Scottish Folk Roots & Offshoots
Royal Over-Seas League Venue: 19 • Grid Ref: D3 • Overseas House, 100 Princes Street D 0131 226 0000 A www.roslarts.co.uk Edinburgh’s most central venue, with stunning castle views, has an intimate chamber music room, plus gallery. Restaurant and bar with food. An oasis of calm in the heart of the festival hustle and bustle. B Bar 11:00-23:00, bar food 12:00-21:00, restaurant for lunch and dinner, last orders 21:00. C Wheelchair access difficult but help available (advance notice appreciated-please call 0131 225 1501). Ring disabled doorbell for assistance.
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Bach for Breakfast Beethoven for Breakfast Brahms at Teatime Chopin after Lunch Mozart at Teatime Prokofiev Late Rachmaninov after Lunch Ravel Late Schoenberg Late Stravinsky Late
St Andrew’s & St George’s Church Venue: 111 • Grid Ref: D4 • 13 George Street D 0131 225 3847 • From Aug 6-Aug 25 10:00-15:00 Mon-Sat. A www.standrewsandstgeorges.org.uk Beautiful 18th century New Town church, ‘the premier chamber music venue on the Fringe’ (Herald). Varied programme of music, old and new, classical and folk. 4 concerts most days. Experience the special ambience this living church adds to music. B Refreshments during interval of performance. Snacks 10:0015:00 Mon-Fri. C Entrance: 3yd 3 Str. Aud: 5yd Flat or side entrance at street level by prior arrangement.
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Aberdeen A Cappella Absolutely Chopin 2 Arirang - Life and Death Bach and Handel on the Fringe Beethoven Diabelli Variations Big Band Swing British Piano Music Buxtehude and Friends Celebrate the Music of the Scottish Harp Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp Celebrate the music of the Scottish Harp Chamber Cantatas Chinese Traditional Music Consonance Da Camera Consonance Fantasia Ebony Duo Edlian Piano Trio Edlian Piano Trio Elgar on Piano Elgar Recital Elgar Songs For Folk/Nature’s Inspiration - Piano Recital Goldberg Variations, The Great Romantics for Cello and Piano Harp Wars: film music for solo harp Journey from Enlightenment to Romanticism, A Love Gamut, The Many Moods of Mahler, The Moonlight Classics - Piano Recital More Radio (and Television) Times Most Highly Flavoured Gravy Philomusica of Edinburgh Schumann Kreisleriana Scottish Clarinet Quartet Sound of Seventeen Big Band Symphony Without Orchestra Take Note! with Mozart and Haydn Triplicity Whistlebinkies in Concert
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Africa’s Heartbeat ... And Piano Make Three Around the World ... Broadway and Beyond!
Dido and Aeneas Disney: Fringe Fantasia Tribute to Ivor Novello, A
St Cecilia’s Hall Venue: 31 • Grid Ref: E5 • Niddry Street, Cowgate D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 650 2422 St Cecilia’s Hall is the oldest purpose-built concert hall in Scotland, dating from 1763. It is the perfect size and setting for performances on the instruments from the Russell Collection of Early Keyboard Instruments, housed in two adjacent galleries. C Access from Niddry street. Loop system for audio enhancement.
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Edinburgh Renaissance Band’s Early Music Show Harpsichords At St Cecilia’s Hall 1 Harpsichords At St Cecilia’s Hall 2 Harpsichords At St Cecilia’s Hall 3 Harpsichords At St Cecilia’s Hall 4 Harpsichords At St Cecilia’s Hall 5
St Cuthbert’s Parish Church Venue: 122 • Grid Ref: E3 • Entrances from Lothian Road and Princes Street D 0131 226 0000 St Cuthbert’s is at the very heart of Edinburgh in Lothian Road near the junction with Princes Street (opposite the Caledonian Hilton) adjacent to public transport and Castle Terrace Car Park. It has two superb performance spaces and fine acoustics. B Tea, coffee, soft drinks and light refreshments. C Vehicle access from King’s Stables Road and wheelchair access from Princes Street Gardens. Ramp to main door; lift to 1st and 2nd floors; disabled WC and induction loop on ground floor; several wheelchair spaces in each auditorium.
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Classical Guitar Recital Come Fly! Come Dream! Music at St Cuthbert’s
St Giles’ Cathedral Venue: 187 • Grid Ref: E5 • High Street, Royal Mile D 0131 226 0673 • Mon-Fri 09:00-19:00 Sat 09:0017:00 Sun 13:00-17:00 A 0131 225 9442 • www.stgilescathedral.org.uk Founded in the 1120s, St Giles’ was the church of John Knox during the Reformation and is renowned for its stained glass, Rieger organ and beautiful Thistle Chapel. Open daily. Free guided tours, concerts, Cathedral shop and restaurant. Donations welcome. B Lower Aisle Restaurant open Mon-Fri 08:30-18:00, Sat 08:3016:30, Sun 09:30-13:30 (Evenings and Sat during Festival only). C Disabled access.
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Ipavska Chamber Choir Concert
St John’s Venue: 127 • Grid Ref: E3 • Corner of Princes Street and Lothian Road D 0131 229 7565 • 10:00-17:00 A 0131 229 3776 • www.festivalofspirituality.org.uk A prime city centre venue with spectacular, inspiring interior; encompassing renovated church space, hall, shops, café, grounds, Craft & Design Fair and exhibitions. Used for events including art, music, discussion, meditation and reflection. Full details online. B Food and drink available at the Cornerstone Café. C Disabled access down ramp from Princes Street to Terrace Shops and Craft Fair. Upper Terrace, church and hall are accessible via gate on Princes Street.
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Conversations on Power and Freedom
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25 Years of Controversy West End Craft and Design Fair
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Sacred Space
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High Mass at St Michaels
St Mark’s artSpace
Venue: 230 • Grid Ref: B1 • Comely Bank Road D 01620 860 802 A 07785 511 667 • www.edinburghtheatrearts.com St Ninians Hall hosts The Edinburgh Theatre Arts group. We are situated a mile North West of the City Centre, 50 yards to the East of the junction of Comely Bank Road, Orchard Brae and Crewe Road South, opposite Flora Stevenson Primary School.
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Venue: 125 • Grid Ref: E3 • 7 Castle Terrace D 0131 228 1155 • Counter sales from Aug 1-Aug 31 14:00-22:00 and during performances. A 0131 659 7600 • www.edinburgh-unitarians.org.uk St Mark’s Unitarian Church, designed by the famous Scottish architect, David Bryce, welcomes people of all faiths and none at our 11:00 Sunday services and to our artSpace programme of music, drama and dance. Traverse, Lyceum and Usher Hall are close by. An oasis of city centre quietness. C Entrance: 3yd 2. Aud: 5yd flat. Ramp access with supervision only. No disabled WC. Induction loop available for some performances.
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There’s A Donkey In My Van
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Everest Cultural Mela Zodiac, The
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Bach and Purcell: Chamber Works Classical Guitar and World music - Neil Wilson Female of the Species, The Joy Of Sax Is Back!, The Like a River - Songs of the Earth and Heart Marionas Piano duo Piano Favourites Romantic Bartok Schumann and Debussy Scottish Piping Taize for your Soul Traditional Scottish Singing
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Entertainers and Fur Elise, The Murder and Marmalade Sailing to Tomorrow
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Jeremy Bentham - the Pursuit of Happiness Stoor in their Hair Unplugged Poetry
St Mary’s Cathedral Venue: 91 • Grid Ref: E1 • Palmerston Place D 0131 226 0000 A www.cathedral.net The Cathedral, with its three spires, has daily choral services sung by the cathedral choir accompanied by the ‘Father’ Willis organ, and is appreciated as a concert venue. The Song School is covered by vibrant murals by Phoebe Anna Traquair. C Access available (advance notice appreciated). Adapted WC. Induction loop available.
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Phoebe Anna Traquair Song School Murals
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Cathedral Choir Concerts Cathedral Festival Eucharists Cathedral Festival Evensongs Cathedral Late-Night Choral Concert Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts Cathedral Organ Anniversaries Cathedral Organ Promenades Cathedral Steinway Inaugural Recital Cathedral Steinway Young Performers Mozart Coronation Mass and Bach Mass in F Shostakovich Symphony no. 7 ‘Leningrad’ / Takemitsu (Scottish Premiere)
St Michael and All Saints Church Venue: 95 • Grid Ref: F3 • Brougham Street D 0131 226 0000 St Michael and All Saints is a member of the Scottish Episcopal Church and part of the world-wide Anglican Communion. It welcomes all to enjoy its services and music which are in the Anglo-Catholic tradition. B Coffee and tea available after service. C Level access throughout - suitable for wheelchairs.
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Concerts at St Michaels
St Ninian’s Hall
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Weekend, The
St Oswald’s Hall Venue: 180 • Grid Ref: H2 • Montpelier Park D 0131 220 3234 St. Oswald’s Hall is a converted Church.The space is used as the Drama Department of Boroughmuir High School. During the Fringe it is occupied by Tempo Musical Productions who transform it into an effective theatre space with a professional bar. B Bar available at performances. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Disabled WC.
nMusicals & Opera Spend, Spend, Spend
St Patrick’s Church Venue: 219 • Grid Ref: E6 • 5 South Gray’s Close, 40 High Street D 0131 226 0000 • 09:00-18:00 daily. A 0131 556 3030 • www.stpatricksparish.co.uk St Patrick’s is a fine 18th century church just 20 yards from the Royal Mile. Pedestrian access is via South Gray’s Close, alongside the Museum of Childhood on High Street. Vehicle access from Cowgate. An ideal escape from Fringe bustle! C Wheelchair & WC access; induction loop available.
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Confession is good for the soul Rest For Your Soul
St Peter’s Venue: 17 • Grid Ref: G6 • Lutton Place D 0131 226 0000 Conveniently situated in the South side of Edinburgh, off South Clerk Street and near to Queen’s Hall. On main bus routes. B Tea, coffee and biscuits at time of performance. C Entrance: 40yd +1. Aud: WC (W + M 22”). Disabled access to auditorium, coffee bar and ladies WC. Gents WC upstairs.
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Holy Terror, The
St Serf’s Church Hall Venue: 83 • Grid Ref: A3 • Clark Road, Goldenacre D 0131 226 0000 A www.leithstserfs.org.uk/theatre.htm St Serf’s Church Hall is a well-established venue with a tradition of hosting quality shows. It is conveniently situated on the No. 23 bus route and near to buses serving Ferry Road and Goldenacre. Ample free on-street parking available. B Wine and light refreshments at time of performance. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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Doctor Stein by Jonathan North
St Thomas of Aquins High School Venue: 347 • Grid Ref: F4 • 2-20 Chalmers Street D 01382 438 110 • Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 Opened in 2002, St Thomas of Aquins High School was the first of Edinburgh’s ‘Smart Schools’, combining the tradition of one of the city’s oldest schools with state of the art modern technology. Situated in Chalmers Street near the Royal Infirmary Eye Pavilion, bus routes are the 22 or 27 Lothian to Lauriston Place from where the school is a 3 minute walk. C No disabled access.
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Saughtonhall United Reformed Church Venue: 273 • Grid Ref: F1 • 87 Saughtonhall Drive D 0131 539 0491 A 0131 337 8328 • www.saughtonhall.com This local venue is easily reached from the city centre (any bus travelling in the zoo direction). A friendly and relaxed environment in a café style setting. B Tea & coffee during interval. C Fully accessible.
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I’ll Get My Man
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 28 Queen Street Venue: 32 • Grid Ref: C4 • 28 Queen Street D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 220 2044 • www.smws.co.uk The Society’s beautiful Georgian city centre venue is open to anyone with tickets for a Society festival event. Relax in the Members’ Room and enjoy a dram, light lunch or exquisite dining. For full society programme call 0131 555 2929. B Bar & excellent food Mon-Sat 09:30-21:00. The Dining Room is open Mon-Sat 00:00-14:30 and 17:00-18:30. A la carte Wed-Sat from 19:00. Sorry over 18s only. C Fully accessible.
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... Chocolate ... Friends ... Haggis ... Whisky Galore
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - The Vaults Venue: 197 • Grid Ref: LEITH • 87 Giles Street, Leith D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 554 3451 • www.smws.co.uk A warm welcome awaits at the Society’s traditional home. Open to anyone with tickets for a Society festival event, it provides the perfect setting to relax with a dram, lunch or coffee. For full Society programme call 0131 555 2929. B Excellent, seasonal bar food - Mon 12:00-17:00 Tue-Sat 12:00-21:00 Sunday lunch-Sun 12:30-15:00. Sorry over 18s only. C Fully accessible.
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... Chocolate ... Friends ... Haggis ... Whisky Galore
scotlandart.com Venue: 92 • Grid Ref: C2 • 2 St Stephen Place A 0131 225 6257 • www.scotlandart.com The scotlandart.com gallery carries the largest store of original paintings in Scotland. The festival exhibition includes a broad range of affordable, original paintings by around 20 contemporary Scottish artists. Open 7 days. C Wheelchair ramp access to gallery.
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Edinburgh - an artist’s view
Scottish Art Promotion Edinburgh Showroom Venue: 141 • Grid Ref: E2 • Caledonian Hilton, Princes Street D 0131 229 4085 A www.scottishartpromotion.net Included this year is work by the internationally renowned photographer Colin Holmes who’s works have been shown in New York, Peru, and now Paris. Depicting contemporary culture in striking images of everyday life, the remarkable detail is stimulating. C Fully accessible.
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Edward Beale - a lyrical evocation of what it feels like to be in an unspoiled Scottish wilderness
Scottish Bible Society Venue: 246 • Grid Ref: E1 • 7 Hampton Terrace D 0131 226 0000 • Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 A 0131 347 9820 • www.scottishbiblesociety.org The Scottish Bible Society invites you to Bibleworld Experience: a multi-media edutainment resource enjoyed by thousands throughout the year. Bibleworld Experience is based at SBS’ head office. Shows start at St Paul’s simulated shipwreck on a Maltese beach. B Tuck shop. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Signed performances on Thur Aug 16th.
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Never-ending Punchline and Yeah Right Likely Story,The
Scottish Council for Single Homeless Venue: 261 • Grid Ref: E5 • Wellgate House D 0131 226 0000 A www.scsh.org.uk Events take place in the conference room on the fifth floor of Wellgate House at the junction of Cowgate and Blair Steet. Enquiries and bookings for event must be made directly with the organisers. To find out more about the work of the Scottish Council for Single Homeless visit www.scsh.org.uk C Fully accessible.
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Critical Incident, The
Scottish National Portrait Gallery Venue: 44 • Grid Ref: C4 • 1 Queen Street D 0870 118 1859 • Walk-in sales Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00 Tel: 08:00-20:00 A 0131 624 6200 • www.nationalgalleries.org/summer The Scottish National Portrait Gallery provides a unique visual history of Scotland, told through the portraits of those who shaped it. Admission to the gallery is free, although an entrance charge is made for special exhibitions. B Shop and licensed café serving excellent home-cooked food. C Lifts and specially adapted WC. BSL tours and descriptive tours for the visually impaired available, contact venue for details.
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Naked Portrait, The
nTheatre Ruskin Live
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Venue: 66 • Grid Ref: D1 • 75 Belford Road D 0870 118 1859 • Walk-in sales: Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00 Tel: 08:00-20:00 A 0131 624 6200 • www.nationalgalleries.org/summer Award-winning gallery set in beautiful parkland/sculpture gardens. Amazing collection of 20th and 21st century art, including Bacon, Hirst, Hockney, Matisse, Picasso, Warhol and the Scottish Colourists. Brilliant café. Free parking. B Licensed café with outdoor tables and shop. C Wheelchair access to all parts of the gallery. Lifts and specially adapted WC. BSL tours and descriptive tours for the visually impaired available, contact venue for details.
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Richard Long: Walking and Marking
Scottish Poetry Library Venue: 162 • Grid Ref: D6 • 5 Crichton’s Close, Canongate D 0131 557 2876 • Mon-Fri 11:00-18:00 Sat 13:00-17:00 A www.spl.org.uk Our award-winning building near the new Parliament houses a collection of Scottish and International poetry. Reference and free borrowing, bookshop. Check www.spl.org.uk for online catalogue, events information, and more. Open to the public, free, Mon-Fri 11:00-18:00, Sat 13:00-17:00. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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Courtyard Readings
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Scottish Storytelling Centre Venue: 30 • Grid Ref: D6 • The Netherbow, 43-45 High Street D 0131 556 9579 • 10:00-18:00 A 0131 556 9579 • www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk The Scottish Storytelling Centre is the world’s first purposebuilt centre for storytelling. The Netherbow Theatre, John Knox House, Storytelling Court and Café house permanent exhibitions as well as a host of live storytelling, literature, theatre, children’s and visual arts events. B Storytelling Café: delicious coffee, snacks and teatime treats. Light lunches and pre-theatre meals. Licensed. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users except for the upper floors of John Knox House, which can be viewed through an interactive virtual tour. Induction loop in all performance areas and Braille signage throughout. For audio described performances, contact Box Office.
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Man Who Planted Trees, The Red Riding Hood’s Magic Purse
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Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns Walking Tour
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Barrie: A Life in Stories Garibaldi! Mary Rose Miracles
17 Sciennes - Edinburgh University Development Venue: 283 • Grid Ref: G6 • 17 Sciennes D 0131 226 0000 17 Sciennes is a house converted into a one off venue for this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Booking is handled by the Fringe Box Office for our one show ‘A Dinner Party’. C No disabled access.
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‘A Dinner Party’
SmartCityHostels Cafe Venue: 375 • Grid Ref: C6 • 50 Blackfriars Street D 0131 524 1989 A 0131 524 1989 • www.smartcityhostels.com Fantastic value all day dining with influences from all over the world to Haggis & Tatties! Soups, paninis, subs and smoothies. Lattes’ frappes, ice cold beers & champagne. Local healthy food with a range of fair trade teas & coffees. B Choose somewhere special for a bite, a drink, and nightly entertainment. Choose somewhere central, with free wireless access, an outdoor roof terrace & parasols. Open all day, every day-choose smartcitycafe. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Disabled WC.
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Fringe Taster, A
Soulgait sign in Parliament Square Venue: 362 • Grid Ref: E5 • Parliament Square A 0131 664 8396 Meet at the Soulgait sign next to St Giles Cathedral in Parliament Square for the Soulgait walk of Old Town. The walk begins at this historic site and ends 90 minutes later inside the Cathedral. Tickets from the Fringe Box Office or at the start of the walk. C Walking tour, difficult access.
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The Southside Gallery Venue: 168 • Grid Ref: H6 • 58 Ratcliffe Terrace, Causewayside D 0131 226 0000 A 0131 667 1966 Indian and Scottish artists. Exhibition organised to raise funds to create a printmaking studio in Chennai. Work by John Bellany, Alan Davie, Viswam and other artists. Thank you to everyone for their support for this exciting project.
C Fully accessible.
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The Spiegel Garden Venue: 87 • Grid Ref: F5 • George Square Gardens D 0131 667 8940 • Jul 27-Sep 2 11:00-00:00, except where earlier performances are noted. A www.spiegeltent.net The Spiegel Garden, promising rare acts of curiosity and fantastical skill! George Square Gardens is the spectacular setting for legendary concerts, sensational sideshow attractions, killer comedy and dreams that come true! The hippest outdoor bars and performances under the stars. B Bar and café from mid morning. C The Spiegel Garden and Spiegeltent are fully accessible to wheelchair users - ramped throughout and an adapted WC. The Bosco Theatre has limited wheelchair access.
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Flamenco for Kids Fly to the Moon and Singalong with Mr Boom Funny Business starring Fraser Hooper Incredible Bull Circus Starring the Brother Juan ...,The James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids Scottish Ceilidh for Kids
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Ali McGregor’s Garden Cabaret Bob Downe Live & Swingin’ Kissing Cousins MacAulay and Co. Sammy J - 58 Kilograms of Pure Entertainment Tripod
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Flame & Fury Flamenco Hip Hop Fusion
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Festival Café, The Ragroof Theatre’s Afternoon Tea Dance
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Amanda Palmer Black Seeds, The Camille - La Fille Du Cirque Carus and the True Believers Harper Hotel California - A Salute to The Eagles Loveboat Big Band, The Luminescent Orchestrii - Music to Make You Dance, Kiss and Scream Magic Number, The Meow Meow in Beyond Glamour: The Absinth Tour Mikelangelo - The Nightingale of the Adriatic Orkestra Del Sol Paprika Balkanicus Shooglenifty Shuffle Club, The Tam White In Concert That 1 Guy True Live Wilders, The
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Chronicles of a Sleepless Moon Insect Circus, The Things People Do To Fall In Love, The
The Stables at Prestonfield Venue: 289 • Grid Ref: G6 • Prestonfield Road D 0131 225 7800 • 09:00-23:00 A www.scottishshow.com The Georgian round stables at Prestonfield is the magnificent setting for Absolutely The Famous Taste of Scotland dinner and show. The historic and beautiful venue is set in 15 acres of grounds just five minutes by taxi from the Royal Mile. B Dinner & wine included with show. Full bar. C Fully accessible.
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Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy Venue: 70 • Grid Ref: B3 • 42 Henderson Row D 07816 671 450 • From Aug 5 11:00-21:00 A www.stagebystage.org Now in its 7th year, the venue offers a distinctive ambience, away from the crush of the Royal Mile! Mixing professional and community productions of comedy, drama, dance and musicals. Plenty of free parking!
Stenton Gallery Venue: 344 • Grid Ref: D6 • Stenton, East Lothian D 01368 850 256 A www.stentongallery.com Located in the charming East Lothian village of Stenton, in unspoiled rural surroundings, only 45 minutes by car from Edinburgh and well sign-posted off the A1. A ‘destination’ for those seeking quality contemporary painting from Scotland. C Access is restricted as there are some steps.
B New licensed bar and café. C We have access to the Arena, Studio and Lab performing spaces. Please contact our staff who will be very happy to assist.
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Stockbridge Parish Church
Treasure Island Vigo the Viking!
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Kit & The Widow: A few new songs and lots of free parking
nMusicals & Opera Dear Brutus Godspell Murder On The High C’s
The Stand Comedy Club Venue: 5 • Grid Ref: C5 • 5 York Place D 0131 558 7272 • Aug 3-Aug 27 10:00-20:00 A www.thestand.co.uk Edinburgh’s year round comedy club is housed in an intimate basement bar just off St Andrews Square. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal with comfortable cabaret style seating (although some late night shows are not all seated). B Café-bar open hot food 12:00-14:00. Fully licensed bar, soft drink, teas and coffees available during shows. Full lunch menu, sensational hot snacks day and night. C Venue down 7 steps. Once inside, flat access throughout with disabled WC. Staff always more than happy to help, please call venue for more information.
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Andy Zaltzman, 32, Administers His Emergency Dose Of Afternoon Utopia, Steps Back, And Waits To See What Happens. Best of Irish Comedy Best of Scottish Comedy Bob Doolally: 1967 Forty years on Devlin’s Daily Free & Easy weekend Kitson, Daniel Nichol, Phil Simon Munnery’s AGM 2007 Soan, Martin Stand Late Club, The
The Stand Comedy Club II Venue: 5 • Grid Ref: C5 • 16 North St Andrew Street D 0131 558 7272 • Aug 3-Aug 27 10:00-20:00 A 0131 558 7373 • www.thestand.co.uk Round the corner our little sister club is in its Eighth year. The venue is situated in a large Georgian style drawing room and has a separate bar and waiting area. However, it is on the first floor up a steep flight of steps so access is not ideal. B A small but fully licensed bar with an interesting selection of food. C Restricted access, up 20 steep steps. Staff always more than happy to help, please call venue for more information.
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A.L. Kennedy: Terror: The pocket-sized guide Bob Doolally: 1967 Forty years on Francesca Martinez: In Deep Jason Cook: My Confessions Limmy’s Show Mrs Barbara Nice: hiya and higher Nick Wilty: Incident prone Raymond Mearns: Recovering Arsehole Seymour Mace: Where’s Batman...my life as a failed superhero. Tom Stade: Setlist Vladimir McTavish: a Scottish History of the World
Stenton Gallery: Tenth Anniversary Art
Venue: 317 • Grid Ref: B3 • 7b Saxe-Coburg Street D 0131 226 0000 Fine Georgian building designed by architect James Milne and built 1823. The Church is a superb concert venue with a Steinway Baby Grand Piano and has excellent acoustics. C Disabled access to the church and hall is available via the side entrance. Induction loop available, entrance door width:1m. Disabled WC. Wheelchair spaces made available as required.
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Masters of the Italian Baroque
Studio 24 Venue: 247 • Grid Ref: D6 • 24-26 Calton Road A 0131 558 3758 • www.studio24edinburgh.co.uk Situated minutes walk from Waverley Station and Princes Street. Legendary, independent, family run live music and club venue. A unique space, two floors, with separate entrances, bars and toilets. Adaptable, with an individual atmosphere. Presenting vibrant and eclectic events. B Full entertainment & liquor licence. C Disabled access to downstairs area. Restricted access to 2nd level, 12 stairs. Disabled WC.
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Club Noir Flamenco Fridays @ Studio 24
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Backstage Bar @ Studio 24
Sweet ECA Venue: 186 • Grid Ref: F4 • Edinburgh College of Art, Lauriston Place or Lady Lawson Street (off West Port/ Grassmarket) D 0870 241 0136 • From Jul 1 09:30-00:00 A www.sweet-uk.net Welcome to the Sweet art house featuring over 40 shows for 2007: including comedy, music, theatre, spoken word and phenomenal physical theatre... not to mention the most chilled out courtyard bar in our very own bedouin tent. B Courtyard Bar open all day until late for drinks and toasted paninis. C Access available to all spaces but please allow extra time.
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Bang On! - Junk Percussion Workshop Beowulf
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Dee tour Naive London Girl Take a Whiff of ...Turpentine Up the Empire!
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Performance-Workshop: Bodies in Time & Space
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Acting and Creating a Character
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Test of Time: 70 Years of Saltire Housing Awards
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Bang On! - The Joy Of Junk Beating of the Russian Heart Christophe Fellay Playing Fields, The theghostorchestra - New Songs of Love and Loss
nMusicals & Opera Parody or Pathos? Secs, Lies & Hazard Tape
Taste of Scotland with Three Scottish Tenors, A
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All About Us Blossom Fell, A Boy And His Axe Doctor Faustus Going Underground Jean Jacques Malaparata Mary Stuart Odd Couple: The Female Version, The Physicists, The Playing Life Prints of Denmark Shadow Of The Storm Spirit Stags and Hens Stories From The Edge Think Tank Trojan Women TwinSS Velvet Scratch XXX Anonymous
Sweet Grassmarket Venue: 18 • Grid Ref: E4 • Apex City Hotel, 61 Grassmarket D 0870 241 0136 • From Jul 1 09:30-00:00 A www.sweet-uk.net Step away from the herd and enjoy the best programme at the festival in this haven of calm and comfort just along from the Cowgate. Featuring shows of all performance genres from around the world, a very trendy bar, posh loos and... glorious air conditioning. B Restaurant and bar open all day until late... and the best chilli cheese nachos in Edinburgh. C Fully accessible, please allow extra time (lift to first floor). Disabled WCs on ground floor. Flexible number of wheelchair spaces per performance.
B Excellent restaurant and bar facilities. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Please allow extra time.
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Diet of Worms on (Melted) Ice
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Sweet Mobile Children’s Theatre Venue: 363 • Grid Ref: E4 • Central Esplanade,The Grassmarket D 0870 241 0136 • 09:30-00:00 A www.risorius.fr/ www.sweet-uk.net Le Théâtre du Risorius and Sweet Entertainments mark the return of the Mobile Children’s Theatre (‘La Roulotte Spectacle’) to the Fringe after 5 years absence. A small but beautifully formed space, home to the best puppet shows at the festival.
nExhibitions Clubcollective
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Beating of the Russian Heart
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Breakfast with the Romantics
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Beginners Guide to Fringe Greatness, A Crystal Clear Dying Of The Light, The Flight into Egypt, The Hypochondriac, The Number, A Pharmacist, The PoeJazzi Recreations Rosencrantz and Guildenstern...Survived? Seven Times Me Sex for Shampoo Splendid Mummer By Lonne Elder
Sweet Grassmarket 2 Venue: 16 • Grid Ref: E4 • Apex International Hotel, 31-35 Grassmarket D 0870 241 0136 • From Jul 1 09:30-00:00 A www.sweet-uk.net Two new Sweet Grassmarket spaces for 2007 including the fantastic (and stiflingly hot) Sweet Swimming Pool. Please Note: the Box Office is based at the Apex City Hotel (the Main Sweet Grassmarket venue, about 50 yards up the street).
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C Restricted wheelchair access. Small step to front sales/ exhibition area. 4 steps to rear area.
Volpino
Talbot Rice Gallery Venue: 291 • Grid Ref: E5 • University of Edinburgh, Old College, South Bridge D 0131 650 2210 A 0131 650 2211 • www.trg.ed.ac.uk Talbot Rice Gallery shows temporary exhibitions in the White Gallery and the Round Room alongside the University of Edinburgh’s permanent collection on display in the Georgian Gallery. Exhibitions are accompanied by free public events and admission to all spaces is free.
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How to Do a Show at the Fringe How to Sell Your Show at the Fringe How to Tour After the Fringe
Get Up Stand Up! Rants of Ringo, The
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B Bar and Restaurant facilities available in Apex City Hotel. C No wheelchair access. 5 steps up to the theatre.
C Full access to both floors of White Gallery. Restricted access to Georgian Gallery.
24hr Lentil People A To Zaheer Breaking the Seal How To Pimp Your Kids And Shop For Free At Waitrose Jody Kamali: Backpacker Orifice, The Stephen Long Is Not A Mind Reader worst Toast i ever had, The
C Restricted access - Cellar Bar. Staff more than happy to help.
Venue: 326 • Grid Ref: E4 • 7 Cowgatehead A www.transreal.co.uk This specialist bookshop is Scotland’s premier source for new science fiction and fantasy books and also stocks a wide range of art books covering a large cross-section of sf & fantasy artists.
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The Three Tuns Venue: 224 • Grid Ref: D4 • 7 Hanover Street D 0131 225 8998 • 7 days 10:00-03:00 A www.3tuns.co.uk The 3 Tuns of fun! Live bands and comedy on every night till 3am, karaoke every Friday, food available opening till closing! Haggis hunting for beginners, how to wear a skirt and be masculine and other traditional Scottish pursuits.
David Batchelor: Unplugged
Theatre Workshop Venue: 20 • Grid Ref: B2 • 34 Hamilton Place D 0131 226 5425 • From Jun 25 10:00-18:00 From Aug 6 10:00-22:30 A www.theatre-workshop.com Buzzing year round venue in Stockbridge within easy walking distance of Princes Street. From morning until night, top shows from children’s classics through established touring companies to risque cabaret. Plus Scotland’s leading disability arts festival, Degenerate 4. B Café and bar available. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop and infra red systems available.Textphone 0131 220 0234. All staff participate in Disability Equality Training and Front of House staff undertake Disability Awareness training. Contact venue for details of signed and audio-described performances. Guide Dogs are welcome.
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Growing Growing ... Gone! The Story of Jack and the Beanstalk Voice Stealer 2 - Curse of the Umbrellotron
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Desert Island Dances
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Blind Gurl and The Crips Robin Harper and Friends
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A (Gay Disabled Transexual) Love Story Told to a Ticket Inspector at Alton Towers Ape Audience with the Crippendales, An (be)longing Effing and Blinding Cabaret! Fluff Footballer’s Boyfriend Heelz on Wheels Hotel World Journey into the unknown Leftovers Missing Link - The Lost Valley of the Troglodytes Playing God Presumption Weights: One Blind Man’s Journey
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Bestiary of Authors, A
Traquair House Venue: 118 • Grid Ref: H6 • Innerleithen D 01896 830 323 • 09:00-17:00 A www.traquair.co.uk Traquair is Scotland’s oldest, continually inhabited house dating back to the twelfth century. It is open daily to the public and plays host to the Traquair Fair on the first weekend of August. B Restaurant and café. C Fully accessible.
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Traquair Fair
Traverse Theatre Venue: 15 • Grid Ref: E3 • Cambridge Street, off Lothian Road D 0131 228 1404 • Aug 1-Aug 5 10:00-22:00 Aug 6 10:00-20:00 Aug 7-Aug 12 09:00-22:30 Aug 13 10:0018:00 Aug 14-Aug 19 09:00-22:30 Aug 20 10:00-20:00 Aug 21-Aug 26 09:00-22:30 A www.traverse.co.uk Scotland’s new writing theatre, is ‘one of Europe’s most important homes for new plays’ (Sunday Herald) and a multiple Fringe First & Herald Angel award winner. Plus the legendary Traverse Bar Café offering high quality food and drink 09:00-02:00. B Traverse Bar Café serving food and drink all day until late. C Level access, automatic doors at Cambridge Street entrance, lift with Braille signage and audible announcer, adapted toilets at ground and bar levels, wheelchair spaces, infra red and induction loop systems (headsets from the Box Office). Assistance dogs welcome. Help available. Contact Box Office for details of signed and audio-described performances.
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Dazzle - 50 Contemporary Jewellers
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Art of Swimming, The Believe - Linda Marlowe Damascus Encounters Game Theory Johnson and Boswell - Late But Live Long Time Dead Pit Ravenhill For Breakfast Venus as a Boy Walworth Farce, The Yellow Moon
Traverse 3: The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall Venue: 358 • Grid Ref: F5 • Forrest Road D 0131 228 1404 • Aug 1-Aug 5 10:00-22:00 Aug 6 10:00-20:00 Aug 7-Aug 12 09:00-22:30 Aug 13 10:0018:00 Aug 14-Aug 19 09:00-22:30 Aug 20 10:00-20:00 Aug 21-Aug 26 09:00-22:30 A www.traverse.co.uk Following its success as home to the award winning ‘Black Watch’ in 2006, the Traverse has converted the unique space of the University of Edinburgh Drill Hall to a theatre venue with a full daily programme for the 2007 Festival. B Bar/Cafe facilities available at venue. C Wheelchair access and spaces available, signed and audio-described performances, contact Box Office for full access information.
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Human Computer, The
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Is This About Sex? Night Time Stoopud F**ken Animals Subway
Traverse 5: The Medical School Venue: 295 • Grid Ref: F5 • Teviot Place D 0131 228 1404 • Aug 1-Aug 5 10:00-22:00 Aug 6 10:00-20:00 Aug 7-Aug 12 09:00-22:30 Aug 13 10:0018:00 Aug 14-Aug 19 09:00-22:30 Aug 20 10:00-20:00 Aug 21-Aug 26 09:00-22:30 A www.traverse.co.uk Hidden deep in the University of Edinburgh Medical School, welcome to Adrienne’s very own cosy-rosy living-room. Make yourself comfortable on her squashy sofas surrounded by floral wallpaper, tasteful pictures, kitsch ornaments and holiday souvenirs. A unique Festival experience. B Various bars, restaurant and cafés within easy walking distance. C Wheelchair accessible, contact Box Office for full information.
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Audience With Adrienne, An
Traverse at The Fruitmarket Gallery Venue: 359 • Grid Ref: D5 • 45 Market Street D 0131 228 1404 • Aug 1-Aug 5 10:00-22:00 Aug 6 10:00-20:00 Aug 7-Aug 12 09:00-22:30 Aug 13 10:0018:00 Aug 14-Aug 19 09:00-22:30 Aug 20 10:00-20:00 Aug 21-Aug 26 09:00-22:30 A www.traverse.co.uk The Fruitmarket Gallery is Scotland’s leading art space bringing world-class art to the heart of the city. The Gallery programmes national and international exhibitions by major artists and emerging talent. It is also home to a contemporary bookshop and café. B The café offers superb freshly prepared dishes, home-baked cakes and award-winning speciality coffees. Open 7 days a week. C Wheelchair accessible, contact Box Office for full information.
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E4 UdderBELLY’s Pasture Venue: 300 • Grid Ref: F5 • Bristo Square D 0870 745 3083 • Web and tel bookings from Jun 11 10:00-00:00 A 0131 225 3189 • www.underbelly.co.uk All paths lead to E4 UdderBELLY and one of the best lineup of shows in Edinburgh. Come and graze with our cow in Bristo Square, have a drink in our Pasture and enjoy a total Festival experience like no other. B Bar open 11:00-03:00. Food available. C Full wheelchair access available to the Square and to all the performance spaces. Details of provisions for disabled customers may be found on our website.
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Early Edition, The Jerry Sadowitz - Comedian, Magician, Psychopath Jim Jeffries - 30 Mitch Benn Music Club, The Reginald D Hunter - F**k You In The Age of Consequence
Rock ‘n’ Roll Penguin Stewart Lee - 41st Best Stand-Up Ever! Tony Lee - XXX, Aggressive Comedy Hypnosis Umbrella Birds: WC, The
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Tom Tom Club
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Breaker Morant Container, The Debbie Does Dallas -The Musical Escaping Hamlet Longwave One-Man Star Wars Trilogy Psychic Detective (and those disappeared), The Woody Sez Wunderkind
Underbelly Venue: 61 • Grid Ref: E5 • 56 Cowgate (entrances on Cowgate and Victoria Street) D 0870 745 3083 • Web and Tel From Jun 11 10:30-00:30 A 0131 225 3189 • www.underbelly.co.uk Underbelly on Cowgate is the original Underbelly and the thriving home to some of the best talent and bars in town. ‘Make a pilgrimage to Underbelly’ (Scotsman). ‘A vertical Glastonbury, every nook filled with bohemian activity’ (Telegraph). Bars ‘til 4am. B 3 licensed bars ‘till 04:00. Café with food available. C Restricted wheelchair access to certain venues and floors. Assistance is offered. Please contact venue for full details of assistance and facilities for disabled customers and companies. A DDA Audit is available on our website.
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Big Filling: This Time it’s Pie-sonal, The Jackajack Sketchy! Stepping On The Cracks
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Adventure Fantastique Aeneas Faversham Returns Alistair Barrie - Obviously Andrew O’Neill - Futuristicelectodeathninja9000 Branko & Branka - The Croatian Magic Sensation Campbell, Craig Carey Marx: Sincerity Aside Cirque de Sabotage Collywobbles Glenn Wool - Promises Promises Greedy Hamell On Trial - The Terrorism (Of Everyday Life) Hayridge, Hattie House of Windsor, The Ian Stone: Healthy Disrespect Late Show, The Laughing Horse Free Festival Selection Leeds Tealights Comedy Revue, The Lunchbox Live Mercer Island Rodeo, The Moths Ate My Doctor Who Scarf Patrick Monahan - Feel The Love Paul Foot’s Comedy For Connoisseurs Pete Firman - Hokum Political Animal Poof Loose Richard Herring - Oh f**ck, I’m 40! Skinner and Bell: Where Are Dave & Dave? Spank! Steve Williams - Binge Thinking Stuckey & Murray’s Mythical Fornication Tara Flynn - Not Now Tea and Cake This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie Tom Basden: Won’t say anything Toulson & Harvey Truant TV Very Best of Slaughterhouse Live, The Walsh Bros. - Themself, The Witching Hour III, The
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Mother’s Bones, The voice of things - toilet paper, The
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Guy Pratt: My Bass And Other Animals Underbelly Live @ Underbelly
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7 Spies At The Casino Bed And Breakfast Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea Busy Night Chav! Its a Musical Innit Coast To Coast Coat
Dogfight Ethics of Progress, The In Hysterics Limbo Lost Thing, The Man Across the Way Monsters Mouse Painkillers Scared Scriptless Skola Something Blue Tell The Collector This Piece of Earth Vivienne Grout’s Adventure In Another Metropolis Wit W. S. Graham: Out Of His Head
Underbelly’s Smirnoff Baby Belly Venue: 88 • Grid Ref: E5 • The Caves, Niddry St South, off Cowgate D 0870 745 3083 • Web and Tel From Jun 11 10:30-00:30 A 0131 225 3189 • www.underbelly.co.uk Our Baby Belly’s are only 2 minutes from Underbelly on Cowgate. Fantastic shows in site specific and truly unique spaces all through the day and into the night.... ‘till 5am! B Food & licensed bar from 12:00-05:00. C Restricted wheelchair access to certain venues and floors. Assistance is offered. Please contact venue for full details of assistance and facilities for disabled customers and companies. A DDA Audit is available on our website.
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History of Scotland (in 60 minutes or less), A
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Bratchpiece Family Show, The Bridget Christie - The Court Of King Charles James Dowdeswell - Wine Jesus: The Guantanamo Years Martha McBrier - So You Think You’re A Good Heckler? Maxwells Fullmooners Paul Chowdhry - Lost in Confusion Psister Psycho Rebecca Drysdale - One Woman in Several Pieces Rob Deering - Charmageddon Swingers, The Terry Saunders - Missed Connections
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Ola Onabule - The Devoured Man Tour Robin Guthrie: Lumière Underbelly Live @ Baby Belly
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Canadian Bartender at Butlins Can of Worms Dearly Deported Dresser, The Juvie Land On My Tongue Lucid Dreams For Higher Living M3 Mantra Minutes to Midnight On Wonderland Prisoner, The Simple Girl Spawn and Die ‘Tequila Mockingbird’ Tomas Pape Twelfth Night Wish I Had a Sylvia Plath
understairs @ Apostolic Venue: 236 • Grid Ref: F6 • 2 Davie Street D 0131 667 7740 • From Jul 30 08:30-00:30 (from 13:00 hours on Sun) A www.understairs-arts.org.uk At the heart of the Fringe - Two radically different spaces! An atmospheric venue with an awe-inspiring programme. Featuring the best of all genres: Dance; Physical Theatre; Promenade Performances; Children’s shows and more! Where has this Venue been until now? B Café serving light refreshments is open at all times the venue is open. C Restricted access to The Base. 2 steps to the main entrance.
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Incredible Tales from the Miracle Book! Marion: Too Long in the Forest Terrific Tales from the Miracle Book!
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Barry Fox - Thoughts of a Simpleton Breakfast with The Bickersons Doctor Deepak’s Midnite Surgery From James Bond to Alexander Is Your Mobile On?
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East-West/Caveflowers Kaguya Hime ‘The Moon Princess’ projectWINGS
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Heads We’re Dancing June Caresse - White Tuxedo
nMusicals & Opera Jesus Christ Superstar MOD Songbirds & Heroes
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Double Dutch Frank’s Aim Is True Gormenghast I gave him my heart, he gave me... an apple!?! John Betjeman’s Life in Verse Lewis Carroll’s ‘Through the Looking Glass’ Lie Detector Truth Detector Mark’s Gospel Normal Pass It On Pericles RE-ID Tales Out Of School - A Retired Teacher Lets It All Out
understairs @EuroScot Venue: 234 • Grid Ref: E1 • European in Scotland, 39 Palmerston Place D 0131 527 6161 • From Jul 30 09:00-00:30 A www.understairs-arts.org.uk Just a few minutes from the West End. Two spaces; a café/bar and the most eclectic mix of live music from around the globe in an ever changing programme. Plus a stunning array of the best new writing anywhere! B Café bar serving light snacks and refreshments is open at all times the venue is open. C Wheelchair access to the Box Office on the ground floor-WC available, however there are 7 steps from street level to this area (although a ramp can be made available). Restricted access to ‘The Marquee’ and ‘The European’. Please contact venue for further information.
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Something About Sara Wrong Kind Of Leaves
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B Café and bar daily from 09:00 until very late. C Restricted access - although help is available. Space has an induction loop fitted. Restricted wheelchair access - involving 4 steps to come in at the main entrance; access ramps available. Restricted access to the Hepburn Suite.
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Hansel & Gretel - A Fractured Fairytale Roald Dahl’s The Witches
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Skitzy Stef ’s Sidesplitting Hypnosis
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Champagne with Kathleen Ferrier
nMusicals & Opera Orgasm - The Musical
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Aaron Berg Presents Macbeth For God’s Sake! Grey days Judy, Judy Garland Sweet Dreams They Think It’s All Over Youth in Asia, A
Up Arthur’s Seat Venue: 356 • Grid Ref: E6 • Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park A 07704 863 286 • www.thisbelongstolionelrichie.co.uk This venue is on top of ‘Arthur’s Seat’, just below the rocky peak, on a grassy plateau. It is a fresh-air performance area, without stage, covering or PA, overlooking the capital. Look for Fringe venue boards and marshals. C No disabled access.
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Up Arthur’s Seat
Valvona & Crolla Venue: 67 • Grid Ref: B6 • 19 Elm Row D 0131 556 7800 • Postal and web bookings from Jun 1 In person Aug 1-Aug 28 10:00-18:00 Mon-Sat. A www.valvonacrolla.com Festival Fringe productions in a small theatre ‘beyond the treasure house of salamis, cheeses, balsamic vinegars and olive oils’ (Sunday Times). ‘If anything makes a London-based gourmet jealous of the Scots, it is Valvona & Crolla’ (Financial Times). B Retail delicatessen, wine merchant, caffè bar, cook shop and bakery. C Restricted wheelchair access. At entrance 1 step, ramp available. Then 8 steps of 10 to the theatre, stairlift available, further 2 steps of 10, ramp available WC adapted. Help available. Induction loop available.
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music live @EuroScot music live @EuroScot
Nightingales, Elephants and Alexander Beetle
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David Vernon & Dick Lee Dick Lee Septet Gill Bowman - In The Footsteps Of Clarinda Guitart Philip Contini Sings Italian And Neapolitan Songs Philip Contini Sings Louis Prima Ronnie Ireland presents ‘The Duke And Mr Porter’ Sonnets and Serenades
Will Kempe and the Nine Days’ Wonder
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Bacon/Lautrec Blood Brothers (Play Version) Coitophobia Divine Retribution? Prison? Quiet War, A Saigon Neon Shackled Two
understairs @Royal Scots Club Venue: 241 • Grid Ref: C4 • The Royal Scots Club, 30 Abercromby Place D 0131 525 6152 • From Jul 30 09:00-00:30 A www.understairs-arts.org.uk In the heart of the New Town. Housed within the splendour and grandeur of this Georgian Club/Hotel; featuring a programme to suit everyone. Children’s shows; new writing; musical theatre and much more. The Fringe under one roof. Café/Bar. 262
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Captain Corelli’s Mandolin Picasso & Me
Various - See Website for Details Venue: 360 • Grid Ref: H2 • A www.penicuikarts.org/events and www. penicuikCDT.org Multiple venues in Penicuik. Penicuik Arts Festival is a mix of exhibitions, dance, music, crafts and taster sessions. Please refer to the venue website for further information www.penicuikarts.org/events and www.penicuikCDT.org.
B Refreshments available in certain venues. (Please refer to website for further information.) C Disabled access in the Town Hall, Library and Church Halls. (Please refer to website for further information.)
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Penicuik Arts Festival
The Vault Venue: 29 • Grid Ref: E5 • 11 Merchant Street D 08452 26 27 21 • Tel: Jul 1-Aug 5 11:00-19:00.Tel/in person: Aug 6-Aug 27 10:15-22:45. A 0131 510 0022 • www.paradise-green.co.uk Paradise Green’s brand new stylish and comfortable venue in Augustine United Church’s vaulted basement. Featuring an exciting programme of theatre for all tastes. Meanwhile our coffee bar will sustain hungry Fringe-goers whilst they enjoy the true atmosphere of the Fringe. B Hot and cold drinks and snacks available all day. C Restricted wheelchair access. 6 steps to main entrance.
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All Change Sh*tty Deal Puppet Theatre Company’s Complete History of Oppressed People Everywhere!
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Project Adorno: The London Years
nMusicals & Opera Ella, Marilyn, Marlene & Me
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Absent Friends A Lifetime on Tiptoes Arclight Elevator, The Internal Monologue Keeping It Down Last, The ‘Night, Mother Robin Hood and The Witness Protection Programme Slight Tilt To The Universe Take a Bite tender Way Light Strikes Filled Mason Jars, The
Venue 45 Venue: 45 • Grid Ref: D5 • 39 Jeffrey Street D 0131 556 0476 • Jul 30-Aug 27 09:00-00:00 A 07976 785718 and 0131 556 0476 • www. thespaceuk.com One of the Festival’s most talked about theatres presents new and established talent from across the globe. A full daily programme makes this central venue a must for theatregoers of all ages. Hosted the winner of the Writers Guild of Great Britain new writing Award 2004. Show information from the Box Office. B Café 45, 09:00-late. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Multiple disabled spaces if required.
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Pirate, The Potato & The Camel (Not Forgetting the Parrot), The Selfish Crocodile, The
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Not the Crystal maze
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To have done with the judgment of Artaud
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Taize Chants & More
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ASBO! The Musical Why You’re Fat And Ugly And Everybody Hates You!
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45 Minutes (Asleep In) Disorder Big Sister ‘Black Comedy’ By Peter Shaffer Curséd Bones Of Leonard Le-Bec, The Leave A Message Maids, The Masquerade, The Mehndi Night Monica Normal Odd Couple, The Odyssey Pilgrimage, The
See My Stem Showering With The Vicar Smothered In Skin
Venue 150 at EICC Venue: 150 • Grid Ref: F2 • The Exchange D 0870 4000 886 • Venue Box Office opens two hours before the first published show starts. A 0131 300 3000 • www.venue150.com Big name acts; comfy seats; air-conditioning; no queues; well stocked bars. The ideal venue for a great evening at the Fringe. For tickets, book online at www.ticketweb.co.uk or call 0870 4000 886. Visit www.venue150.com for more information. B Cash bar and food available. C Fully accessible to wheelchair users. Induction loop available.
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Jim Bowen - You Can’t Beat a Bit of Bully Jimmy Carr - Repeat Offender Tease With A Twist
Venue 13 Venue: 13 • Grid Ref: D6 • Lochend Close, Canongate D 07074 201313 • 10:00-22:30 A www.venue13.com Venue 13 promotes Welsh and Wales-based talent. Run by the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, it has been the launching pad for several new artists and companies e.g. Lesley Ross, Ripley Theatre and Theatr Y Byd. C Via Lochend Close: Entrance: 2yd 1. Aud: 3yd 4 Str WC (W + 2 20”).
nChildren’s Shows Billy and the Bwca
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visualise - the beauty of science
nMusicals & Opera Gold Woman
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Autopilot Crime and Punishment Danger! (Mouse) Dylan Thomas in London Jack Or The Submission Night Just Before The Forests Whole Arrangement, The
Venue 27@ Holyrood Venue: 27 • Grid Ref: D6 • 81 Holyrood Road D 0131 528 8442 • Jul 29-Aug 24 09:00-00:00 A www.thespaceuk.com Managed by The Space UK team the programme offers a festival of children’s classics and an array of established theatre and a selection of new writings from across the globe. Located seconds from the Royal Mile it’s a must for theatre-goers. www.thespaceuk.com C Restricted wheelchair access. Flat entry to building and lift to theatre. Staff willing to assist, ring 0131 556 0476 for assistance.
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Blunderbus Groovy Puppetry Workshop Elmer the Elephant Pinocchio Rainbow Fish, The Roald Dahl’s BFG
nComedy
Not The Crystal Maze WC Fields: Lightly Boiled
nDance
40s Feather Flinging Fun Red Demon by Hideki Noda
nMusicals & Opera Hair! iCU
nTheatre
Diary of Anne Frank, The Jason and the Argonauts Our Country’s Good Tales From The Golden Slipper
Venue 260 @ Jury’s Inn Venue: 260 • Grid Ref: D6 • 43 Jeffrey Street D 0131 556 0476 • Jul 29-Aug 25 09:00-00:00 A www.thespaceuk.com Managed by The Space UK this intimate space hosts an array of new and established theatre from across the globe. Located seconds from the Royal Mile it’s a must for all well heeled theatre goers. B Bar and a restaurant. C Restricted wheelchair access but staff will be happy to assist clients up stairs if desired ring 0131 556 0476 for assistance.
nChildren’s Shows Thousand Cranes, A
nComedy
End of the World and Other Concerns, The One for My Baby & 2ToGo! Two Birds - One Ticket Wormholes and Arseholes
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45 minutes Atheist, The Barbed and Spined Bench, The Burke, Helen Coach, The Concentration Of Josef Brown, The Escape Routes House Divided, A Lover’s: Winners Without A Face
VincaffÈ Venue: 334 • Grid Ref: C5 • 11 Multrees Walk D 0131 557 0088 Music and Cabaret Stage space within the first floor restaurant in VinCaffè. An established Italian restaurant, Caffè Bar and Wine Bar on two floors in Edinburgh’s newest city centre street in the heart of retail shopping in Edinburgh. C Lift to and from 1st floor.
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VinCaffè Swing Jazz Dinners
We Come to You Venue: 361 • Grid Ref: n/a • Various Locations D 07807 164 987 • Aug 4-Aug 26 10:30-14:00 A 07807 164 987 • www.thisbelongstolionelrichie.co.uk This show is a roving show. It moves around within a certain grid reference. Therefore you decide where the performance takes place. Phone the Box Office, give your location (street, café, park etc), and the show will come to you. Edinburgh only. C Disabled access is available if you have disabled access.
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This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Dial-a-Sketch This Sketch Show Belongs to Lionel Richie: Pampered Private View
The White Horse Venue: 296 • Grid Ref: D6 • 266 Cannongate A www.freefringe.org A traditional and historic bar on the Royal Mile. Shows are in the function room to the rear of the pub, accessible through the main bar or by a separate entrance down the close. B Bar open 12:00-00:00. No food service. C Wheelchair access through performance space entrance down close; no steps.
nComedy
According To Jason - Chapter 1 Decaffination of Kofi Annan, The Free - Best in Stand-up - 99 Club Royal Mile Lost Tapes Of Tom Bell, The “Maybe You’d like to teach the class?!?” Pear Shaped Afternoons - Free Sweating the Small Stuff Yes, Comedy
Your Home Venue: 210 • Grid Ref: n/a • Where You Live D 07914 629 851 • 24 hour answer phone ‘Henry & Elizabeth’ is available for hire to play in almost any house or flat; a family home is ideal. Further details and guidance
information can be obtained by visiting www.henryandelizabeth. blogspot.com or calling our booking line number. C If your home is fully accessible, our show is too.
nTheatre
Henry & Elizabeth
The Zoo Venue: 124 • Grid Ref: F6 • 140 The Pleasance D 0131 662 6892 • From Aug 2 10:00-22:00 A www.zoofestival.co.uk One of the Fringe’s most exciting, arresting, and unpredictable venues, The Zoo provides a veritable feast of the best work from around the UK and abroad. Just down the road from the Pleasance Courtyard and minutes from the High Street. B Cold drinks available. C 4 steps down to The Monkey House and adapted WC (only available between shows), and 1 small step up to The Aviary and Box Office. Induction loop and large print brochure available.
nChildren’s Shows
Be a Star in a Juggling Show!
nComedy
Black Plague, The Contraganda Ian Kendall’s Magic Show Slippery Soapbox: Spotbanded Skat, The
nDance
Bellydance Diaries ‘07: More true tales from Cairo
nMusicals & Opera Choice of Hercules, The Iphigenia Lion and the Jewel, The
nTheatre
Beckett in a Bucket Big in Japan (or Three Steves and a Bob) My Filthy Hunt Our Trebor Mint Feeling Racket, The Shagaround, The Truckstop Waiting for Groucho
Zoo Southside Venue: 82 • Grid Ref: F6 • 117 Nicolson Street D 0131 662 6892 • From Aug 2 10:00-22:00 A www.zoofestival.co.uk A three-space extravaganza of the best performances from across the Fringe spectrum. The Cabaret Bar and Studio host drama, comedy and music, or head to the majestic Main House to sample outstanding dance and physical theatre from around the world. B Café 10:00-03:00. Bar 15:00-00:00. C Wheelchair access at rear, no steps, lift to theatre. Large print brochure available.
nChildren’s Shows Puss-in-Boots
nComedy
Absinthe Monologues, The Absolute & Almost Beginners Comedy Course Paper Monkeys: Legends 12% Evil: Laurence Clark What The World Needs
nDance
Alice in Wonderland as the mother of a brown boy ... Ballad, The Cape Dance Company Druthers Morceaux Choisis & Ragnarök Puppet Red Shoes Scottish Dance Theatre State of Matter Tunnel Vision
nMusic
Funking Cool Jazz Lawton, Sarah
nTheatre
24/7/52 Bouncers Cabaret Auschwitz Caught on Tape Devil, Chess: A Burlesque!, The Dracula... a variation by Bo List Duck Variations Nocioception RawUs? Spread
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Craiglockhart Parish Church 138 H1 F1 D E5 Dalkeith Arts Centre 161 G6 B3 Dance Base - National Centre for Dance 22 E4 E4 Danderhall Library 337 H6 E4 Danish Cultural Institute 163 C2 D4 Dean Gallery 69 D1 E2 Dean Gardens 76 D2 G6 Departs Mitre Pub 102 E5 B3 DesignShop UK 46 H6 E5 Diverse Attractions 11 E4 D3 Dr Roberts’ Magic Bus 308 G5 D3 Duddingston Kirk Manse Garden 121 F6 n/a E E5 Edinburgh Academy 70 B3 E5 Edinburgh Book Fringe 338 F6 Edinburgh Buddhist Centre 215 G5 B Bedlam Theatre 49 F5 Edinburgh Castle 298 E4 Beehive Inn 178 E4 Edinburgh Central Mosque 48 F5 Biosphere at Our Dynamic Earth 188 E6 Edinburgh Corn Exchange 77 F1 Blackhall St Columba’s Parish Church Hall 117 C1 Edinburgh Farmers’ Market 206 E3 The Black Tent 369 LEITH Edinburgh Festival Theatre 244 E5 The Blue Blazer 280 F3 The Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour 374 D2 Blueside 103 A6 The Edinburgh Photographic Exhibition Centre 130 C3 Bonaly Outdoor Centre 330 F1 Edinburgh Printmakers 144 C5 The Bongo Club 143 E6 Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop 183 A6 Bonhams Auctioneers & Valuers 96 D4 The Edinburgh Sleep Centre 248 C3 British Medical Association in Scotland 284 C4 Eighty Queen Street 80 D3 Brunton Theatre 191 F6 The English-Speaking Union 380 E2 C ENLCA 132 C3 Cabaret Voltaire 139 E5 Everywhere 351 n/a Café Artista 335 H4 F Calton Hill - Outdoor Venue 376 C6 Fabhatrix 235 E4 Camera Obscura and World of Illusions 160 E4 Festival FM 87.7 370 E5 Cannonball House 165 E4 Fettes Marquee 352 A1 Canongate Kirk 60 D6 Frankenstein Pub 58 E5 The Canon’s Gait 78 D6 Frantic Redhead @ Greyfriars Kirkyard 340 E5 Centotre 226 D3 Frantic Redhead @ Main Courtyard Central Branch, Royal British Legion 349 B4 Lamppost, Lady Stair’s Close 339 E4 Charlotte Chapel 251 D3 Fringe Press & Performers Centre 2 E5 Church Hill Theatre 137 H2 G C 34 E5 Galerie Mirages 149 B2 C soco 348 E5 George Hotel 377 D4 C baraka 202 E5 Georgian Antiques 306 LEITH C too 4 E4 Gilded Balloon Teviot 14 F5 C cubed 50 E4 The Gladstone Gallery, Gladstone’s Land 346 E4 C central 54 D5 The Green Room 274 E5 C at Craigmillar Castle 379 G6 Greenside 231 C6 City Art Centre 229 D5 Greyfriars Kirk 131 E5 City Edinburgh 90 D5 Guildford Arms 107 D5 clubWEST@ The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor 106 E1 H clubWEST@ Three Sisters 116 E5 Hanover Fine Arts 366 C4 Columcille Centre 336 H2 Heart Gallery 315 D5 Corn Exchange Gallery 350 LEITH Henderson’s 269 D4 Coyaba Jamaican Restaurant 126 G6 Hide in the Argyle 353 H5 Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides 123 Act-IV@The Radisson 39 The Adam Pottery 135 Apex International Hotel 16 Assembly @ Assembly Hall 35 Assembly @ George Street 3 Assembly @ St George’s West 157 Assembly @ The Queen’s Hall 72 Assembly Aurora Nova 8 Assembly @ Edinburgh Comedy Room 9 Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre 41 Assembly Universal Arts 7 At Your House 378 Augustine’s 152 Auld Reekie’s Haunted Underground Experience 129
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High Street, Fringe 10 Hillary Rohde Cashmere Workshop & Design Studio 105 Holyrood Too @ Faith 38 Home from Home 146 Hopetoun House 345 The Hudson Hotel 279 Inhouse Inlingua Edinburgh Institute Of Zoo Logic Inverleith Church Hall Inverleith House - Royal Botanic Garden The Ivanhoe
174 258 354 120 367 71
The Jazz Bar John Lewis Just the Tonic @ The Caves
57 355 53
King George V Park
371
Large Black Sign Outside St Giles’ Cathedral 213 Laughing Horse @ Hillside 167 Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde 259 Laughing Horse @ Linsay’s 56 Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar 264 Laughing Horse @ Berlin 158 Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club 164 Laughing Horse @ Ego 204 Laughing Horse @ The Counting House 170 The Liquid Room 173 Lloyds TSB Scotland 159 The Lot 24 Lucie Fenton Gallery 276 Mad Dogs Mansfield Traquair Centre Mayfield Salisbury Church McEwan Hall Meadowbank Stadium The Meadows Meadows Theatre Big Tops Medical Quad Medina & Negociants Meet outside Festival Fringe Office The Mercat Bar Millennium Link Murrayfield Parish Church Hall Musselburgh Racecourse
368 262 110 25 333 200 189 364 205 372 282 140 104 294
National Gallery Complex National Library of Scotland National Museum of Scotland NAYO @ Central Hall The Nomads Tent North Edinburgh Arts Centre
222 147 179 100 142 208
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E5 O C2 Ocean Jewellery 341 F3 E5 Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 134 LEITH B5 Old College Quad 192 E5 C1 Old Saint Paul’s Church 267 D5 D2 The Outhouse 198 C5 Out of the Blue Drill Hall 357 B6 C3 Outside Abbey Sanctuary Bookshop 94 D6 D4 Outside The Dome 268 D4 C4 Outside Writers’ Museum 98 E4 A3 P A3 Palmerston Place Church 254 E1 D4 Persian Rug Village 177 H2 The Phoenix 286 B5 E5 Planning Aid for Scotland 342 D3 C5 Pleasance Courtyard 33 E6 E5 Pleasance Dome 23 F5 PoNaNa 272 D3 B4 Q Quaker Meeting House 40 E4 E5 R Radisson SAS Edinburgh Hotel - Dickson’s Bar 39 E5 C6 RIAS Gallery 155 E2 C4 Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House 115 E6 B6 Roman Eagle Lodge 21 E4 F6 Rosslyn Chapel 74 H6 E2 Roxburghe Hotel 323 D3 C6 Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 193 A2 C5 The Royal College of Surgeons 112 E6 F5 Royal High School 242 C1 E4 The Royal Oak 309 E5 D3 Royal Over-Seas League 19 D3 E4 B2 S St Andrew’s & St George’s Church 111 D4 St Cecilia’s Hall 31 E5 D4 St Cuthbert’s Parish Church 122 E3 B5 St Giles’ Cathedral 187 E5 H6 St John’s 127 E3 F5 St Mark’s artSpace 125 E3 C6 St Mary’s Cathedral 91 E1 G4 St Michael and All Saints Church 95 F3 G5 St Ninian’s Hall 230 B1 F5 St Oswald’s Hall 180 H2 F5 St Patrick’s Church 219 E6 E5 St Peter’s 17 G6 E1 St Serf’s Church Hall 83 A3 F2 St Thomas of Aquins High School 347 F4 E1 Saughtonhall United Reformed Church 273 F1 F6 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - 28 Queen St 32 C4 D4 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - The Vaults 197 LEITH scotlandart.com 92 C2 E5 Scottish Art Promotion Edinburgh Showroom 141 E2 E5 Scottish Bible Society 246 E1 F3 Scottish Council for Single Homeless 261 E5 F6 Scottish National Portrait Gallery 44 C4 A1
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Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art 66 Scottish Poetry Library 162 Scottish Storytelling Centre 30 17 Sciennes - Edinburgh University Development 283 SmartCityHostels Cafe 375 Soulgait sign in Parliament Square 362 The Southside Gallery 168 The Spiegel Garden 87 The Stables at Prestonfield 289 Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy 70 The Stand Comedy Club 5 The Stand Comedy Club II 5 Stenton Gallery 344 Stockbridge Parish Church 317 Studio 24 247 Sweet ECA 186 Sweet Grassmarket 18 Sweet Grassmarket 2 16 Sweet Mobile Children’s Theatre 363
D1 D6 D6 G6 C6 E5 H6 F5 G6 B3 C5 C5 D6 B3 D6 F4 E4 E4 E4
Talbot Rice Gallery 291 Theatre Workshop 20 The Three Tuns 224 Transreal Fiction 326 Traquair House 118 Traverse Theatre 15 Traverse 3:The University of Edinburgh Drill Hall 358 Traverse 5: The Medical School 295 Traverse at The Fruitmarket Gallery 359
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E4 UdderBELLY’s Pasture Underbelly Underbelly’s Smirnoff Baby Belly understairs @Apostolic understairs @EuroScot understairs @Royal Scots Club Up Arthur’s Seat
300 61 88 236 234 241 356
F5 E5 E5 F6 E1 C4 E6
Valvona & Crolla Various - See Website for Details The Vault Venue 45 Venue 150 at EICC Venue 13 Venue 27@ Holyrood Venue 260 @ Jury’s Inn Vincaffè
67 360 29 45 150 13 27 260 334
B6 H2 E5 D5 F2 D6 D6 D6 C5
We Come to You The White Horse
361 n/a 296 D6
Your Home
210 n/a
The Zoo Zoo Southside
124 82
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Fringe Shop & Box Office Fringe Press & Performers Centre Assembly @ George Street C too The Stand Comedy Club The Stand Comedy Club II Assembly Universal Arts Assembly Aurora Nova Assembly @ Edinburgh ComedyRoom High Street, Fringe Diverse Attractions Venue 13 Gilded Balloon Teviot Traverse Theatre Apex International Hotel Sweet Grassmarket 2 St Peter’s Sweet Grassmarket Royal Over-Seas League Theatre Workshop Roman Eagle Lodge Dance Base Pleasance Dome The Lot McEwan Hall Venue 27@ Holyrood The Vault Scottish Storytelling Centre St Cecilia’s Hall The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Pleasance Courtyard C
35 38 39 39 40 41 44 45 46 48 49 50 53 54 56 57 58 60 61 66 67 69 70 70 71 72 74 76 77 78 80 82
Assembly @ Assembly Hall 83 Holyrood Too @ Faith 87 Act-IV@The Radisson 88 Radisson SAS Edinburgh Hotel 90 Quaker Meeting House 91 Assembly @ Hill Street Theatre 92 Scottish National Portrait Gallery 94 Venue 45 95 DesignShop UK 96 Edinburgh Central Mosque 98 Bedlam Theatre 100 C cubed 102 Just the Tonic @ The Caves 103 C central 104 Laughing Horse @ Linsay’s 105 The Jazz Bar 106 Frankenstein Pub 107 Canongate Kirk 110 Underbelly 111 Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art 112 Valvona & Crolla 115 Dean Gallery 116 Edinburgh Academy 117 Stage by Stage Edinburgh Academy 118 The Ivanhoe 120 Assembly @ The Queen’s Hall 121 Rosslyn Chapel 122 Dean Gardens 123 Edinburgh Corn Exchange 124 The Canon’s Gait 125 Eighty Queen Street 126 Zoo Southside 127
129 St Serf’s Church Hall The Spiegel Garden Underbelly’s Smirnoff Baby Belly 130 City Edinburgh 131 St Mary’s Cathedral 132 134 scotlandart.com Outside Abbey Sanctuary Bookshop 135 137 St Michael and All Saints Church 138 Bonhams Auctioneers & Valuers 139 Outside Writers’ Museum 140 NAYO @ Central Hall 141 Departs Mitre Pub 142 Blueside 143 Murrayfield Parish Church Hall Hillary Rohde Cashmere Design Studio 144 clubWEST@ The Hilton Edin Grosvenor 146 147 Guildford Arms 149 Mayfield Salisbury Church St Andrew’s & St George’s Church 150 The Royal College of Surgeons 152 Rocket @ Demarco Roxy Art House 155 clubWEST@ Three Sisters 157 Blackhall St Columba’s Parish Church Hall 158 Traquair House 159 Inverleith Church Hall 160 Duddingston Kirk Manse Garden 161 St Cuthbert’s Parish Church 162 Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides 163 The Zoo 164 St Mark’s artSpace 165 Coyaba Jamaican Restaurant 167 St John’s 168
Auld Reekie’s Haunted Underground 170 173 Experience Edinburgh Photographic Exhibition Centre174 Greyfriars Kirk 177 178 ENLCA 179 Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 180 The Adam Pottery 183 Church Hill Theatre 186 Craiglockhart Parish Church 187 Cabaret Voltaire 188 Millennium Link Scottish Art Promotion Showroom 189 191 The Nomads Tent 192 The Bongo Club 193 Edinburgh Printmakers 197 Home from Home 198 National Library of Scotland 200 Galerie Mirages 202 Venue 150 at EICC 204 Augustine’s 205 RIAS Gallery 206 Assembly @ St George’s West 208 Laughing Horse @ Berlin 210 Lloyds TSB Scotland 213 Camera Obscura Dalkeith Arts Centre Scottish Poetry Library 215 Danish Cultural Institute 219 Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City FC 222 Cannonball House 224 Laughing Horse @ Hillside 226 The Southside Gallery 229
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House 230 231 The Liquid Room 234 Inhouse 235 Persian Rug Village 236 Beehive Inn 241 National Museum of Scotland 242 St Oswald’s Hall 244 Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop 246 Sweet ECA 247 St Giles’ Cathedral 248 Biosphere at Our Dynamic Earth 251 Meadows Theatre Big Tops 254 Brunton Theatre 258 Old College Quad 259 Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh The Scotch Malt Whisky Society - Vaults 260 261 The Outhouse 262 The Meadows 264 C baraka 267 Laughing Horse @ Ego 268 Medina & Negociants 269 Edinburgh Farmers’ Market 272 North Edinburgh Arts Centre 273 Your Home Large Black Sign Outside St Giles’ 274 276 Cathedral 279 Edinburgh Buddhist Centre 280 St Patrick’s Church 282 National Gallery Complex 283 The Three Tuns 284 Centotre 286 City Art Centre
St Ninian’s Hall 289 Greenside 291 understairs @EuroScot 294 Fabhatrix 295 understairs @Apostolic 296 understairs @Royal Scots Club 298 Royal High School 300 Edinburgh Festival Theatre 306 Scottish Bible Society 308 Studio 24 309 The Edinburgh Sleep Centre 315 Charlotte Chapel 317 Palmerston Place Church 323 Inlingua Edinburgh 326 Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde 330 Venue 260 @ Jury’s Inn 333 Scottish Council for Single Homeless 334 Mansfield Traquair Centre 335 Laughing Horse @ Meadow Bar 336 Old Saint Paul’s Church 337 Outside The Dome 338 Henderson’s 339 PoNaNa Saughtonhall United Reformed Church 340 The Green Room 341 Lucie Fenton Gallery 342 The Hudson Hotel 344 The Blue Blazer 345 The Mercat Bar 346 17 Sciennes - Edinburgh Uni Development 347 British Medical Association in Scotland 348 The Phoenix 349
The Stables at Prestonfield Talbot Rice Gallery Musselburgh Racecourse Traverse 5: The Medical School The White Horse Edinburgh Castle E4 UdderBELLY’s Pasture Georgian Antiques Dr Roberts’ Magic Bus The Royal Oak Heart Gallery Stockbridge Parish Church Roxburghe Hotel Transreal Fiction Bonaly Outdoor Centre Meadowbank Stadium Vincaffè Café Artista Columcille Centre Danderhall Library Edinburgh Book Fringe Frantic Redhead @ Main Courtyard Lamppost, Lady Stair’s Close Frantic Redhead @ Greyfriars Kirkyard Ocean Jewellery Planning Aid for Scotland Stenton Gallery Hopetoun House Gladstone Gallery, Gladstone’s Land St Thomas of Aquins High School C soco Central Branch, Royal British Legion
350 351 352 353 354 355 356 357 358 359 360 361 362 363 364 366 367 368 369 370 371 372 374 375 376 377 378 379 380
Corn Exchange Gallery Everywhere Fettes Marquee Hide in the Argyle Institute Of Zoo Logic John Lewis Up Arthur’s Seat Out of the Blue Drill Hall Traverse 3: University of Edin Drill Hall Traverse at The Fruitmarket Gallery Various - See Website for Details We Come to You Soulgait sign in Parliament Square Sweet Mobile Children’s Theatre Medical Quad Hanover Fine Arts Inverleith House- Royal Botanic Garden Mad Dogs The Black Tent Festival FM 87.7 King George V Park Meet outside Fringe Office The Edinburgh Literary Bus Tour SmartCityHostels Cafe Calton Hill - Outdoor Venue George Hotel At Your House C at Craigmillar Castle The English-Speaking Union
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