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Hand-picked shows from our digital performance programme and highlights from our critically-acclaimed short film programme. Pop in for a quirky short, linger longer for a moving moment. Features curated work from the UK, Europe, Americas, Asia, and worldwide. The destination for discerning audiences.Winner, LiveWire Innovation and Excellence Award for Digital Arts Programme of the Year.‘Both weird and wondrous’ (ThreeWeeks).‘Exceptional films’ (BroadwayBaby.com).‘Delightful… perfect’ (TheWeeReview.com).A much-needed pocket of escapism’ (ThreeWeeks).‘Spectacular’(Scotsman).Programme runs continuously. Screenings vary in length (typically 30 minutes to an hour).See www.CtheFestival.com/digital for listings and timings.This event is free (non-ticketed). You do not need to book in advance – just turn up. Please note that admission is subject to capacity restrictions.
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The Bardic Breakfasters are back for our 33rd Fringe, with a brand-new show, breakfast included! The Tempest meets 10 Things I Hate About You and High School Musical in a teen rom-com-romp. A pleasing plethora of pentameter, puns and pastry. Sensational Shakespearience, perfect for hardened fans and blank verse virgins alike.‘A bouncy and boisterous take on Willie’s work’ (List)‘Well worth getting out of bed for’ (Independent)‘No holds Bard‘ (FringeGuru.com)‘Irreverent humour… clever’ (Stage)‘Side-splitting… glorious’ (BroadwayBaby.com)‘Full of fun’ (RemoteGoat.com)‘Sizzling’ (Scottish Daily Express)Free coffee and croissants! Fringe favourite since 1992. Book early.www.ctheatre.comfacebook.com/ctheatreedinburghinstagram.com/c_theatre/
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A bilingual children’s musical in English and Spanish, Baby Rock is the story of Anastasia, a young girl who explores the world and learns how to make a new friend regardless of language barriers and differences. This is Baby Rock's Edinburgh Fringe debut following a sell out run in New York, incorporating catchy rock music and interactive elements to transport the audience into Anastasia’s world. Celebrating the joys of diversity, language, music and love, this show will continue to spread these messages to young audiences around the world! Te va a encantar!CastAnastasia | Liv LicursiCatalina | Ana Karina CanoWritten by | Carlos De MatteisTranslated, Directed and Produced by | Taylor BazosProduced by | Ana Karina CanoStage Manager | Valeryann Bouffordwww.facebook.com/babyrockthemusicalinstagram.com/babyrockthemusical/youtube.com/watch?v=UIHpLVR2eA0&authuser=0
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This dance-on-film follows the epic journey of Odyssea, a curious sea traveller, as she encounters flora and fauna in fantastical realms. New York-based Quicksilver Dance perform with only their hands, painted to become vibrant characters. Across biomorphic landscapes of sculptures and fabric and set to original music, Odyssea offers a feminist take on the concept of an odyssey: she makes her way by helping fellow travellers, building relationships and trading, rather than through the mythologically typical (male) approaches of strength, trickery or intrigue. This playful and poignant tale of encountering difference promises to make the familiar feel excitingly unfamiliar again.‘Odyssea is clever, vibrant, and poignant storytelling captured at its very best’ (LouReviews.blog)‘Fabric makes a landscape, a seascape, to host boats made from driftwood and other coastal pieces. It all appears so simple but it's obvious deep thought has gone into every choice. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts’ (WellingtonReviews.co.nz)Created, Choreographed and Performed by | Mariah SteeleVideography and Editing by | Hans RinderknechtOriginal Musical Score by | Yoshiko Arahata3-D Mixed Media Artwork by | Raphaela McCormackAdditional Performances by | Lia Nelson and Anna Remuswww.quicksilverdance.comfacebook.com/QuicksilverDanceCompany Watch Trailer
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All the way from Korea, and travelling to 48 cities in 10 different countries, Bubble J: The Fantastic Unbelievable Show gives its European premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe. Its aim is to provide fun and excitement to families around the world with magic, soap bubbles, balloons and shadow-play. This non-verbal show with digital interaction is a new kind of storytelling, that will unite adults and children in an experience that is not only unforgettable but also unbelievable!Performed by | Bubble Jbubblej.modoo.atinstagram.com/bubbleshow_j/youtube.com/watch?v=wzId7HcJEwk
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Two servants, Pasta and Pizza, are tasked by their master to introduce and showcase the cultural phenomenon that is Commedia dell’Arte. They are to bring the Masks on display – the old Venetian merchant, Pantalone, the servants Zanni and Arlecchino, the Doctor; the Captains, and more – to life. The show is presented in English and Italian, and through many games, jokes, and puns, it tackles Commedia's central themes: the love of power, the power of love, the hunger and misery of the less fortunate, and the magic that surrounds life and stage.Cast | Luca Comastri, Tania Passarini, Gabriel BirdCreated by | Massimo Machiavelli, Luca ComastriSongs composed by | Umberto CavalliThanks | Ministero della Cultura, Regione Emilia-Romagna, Comune di Bolognafacebook.com/fraternalcompagniainstagram.com/fraternal_compagnia/
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Our circus is one big family. We know that all families are dysfunctional, but our circus is in trouble, and the controlling Ringmaster won’t listen to opposition. Safety measures have been failing, and performers have been falling. The one place where we can talk freely is the break room, and lately conversation is all about the broken spirit of the troupe, and breaking the back of this curse before someone breaks the lunatic Ringmaster’s neck. And getting it done before the safety inspector arrives. Something's gotta give… or else we’ll all have to go!Cast | Jack Lee, Stacey Haber, Madeleine May DevineDirected by | Jack Leewww.shhh.media/#/theatrefacebook.com/TheMusicFirmHQinstagram.com/staceyhaberofficial/
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A dynamic sketch comedy show blending traditional sketches with improv influence, Jukesox offers a refreshing new take on the genre. The show thrives on the chemistry of its cast, who deliver a unique performance each night. Unlike conventional sketches, narratives bleed into one another, with recurring gags and characters enhancing the cohesion – such as Berry the cost-cutting council worker, and Dolfo the insecure home assistant. Drawing inspiration from everyday absurdities, current events, and societal quirks, the material is refined through improv workshops and promises an entertaining exploration of life's absurd intricacies.Performed by | Ilya Wray, Georgie Wedge, Lola Knight, Michal Vojtech, Ariel de la Garza DavidoffWritten and Directed by | Ilya Wray and Ariel de la Garza Davidoffwww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Inspired by the work of Dr Gabor Maté, this is a play for women who do too much and the men who love them. Tilda is a busy working mum, caught in the unsatisfying squeeze between huge responsibilities at the office, the invisible mental and emotional loads at home, and a yearning to remember who she is and what she loves. Add menopause, unspoken social norms that she’s unwittingly internalised, teenage kids, an ageing mother – and there you have it: enough already! If you know anyone with autoimmune disease, this is your play.Performed by | Kathy OwenWritten by | Samantha GrahamOriginal Music Composed and Performed by | Ella Mehlberg with Will Sharp, Ffion AynsleyDirected by | Hannah CalascioneSound and Lights by | Tim FloodProjection Artist | John McGeochwww.vegasnerve.livefacebook.com/vegasnerveband/instagram.com/vegasnerve33/
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Embark on an adventure with Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr Toad. From the tranquility of the riverbank to the perilous depths of the Wild Wood, follow their escapades as they try to keep Toad out of trouble and protect his family home from the nefarious Chief Weasel and his band of miscreants. A heart-warming and humorous adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's children’s classic from fringe regulars C theatre.‘Highly recommended’ (PrimaryTimes.co.uk)‘Hidden gem’ (FringeReview.co.uk)‘Capturing the emotional heart’ **** (List)From the book by | Kenneth GrahameAdapted and Directed by | Kate Stephensonwww.ctheatre.comfacebook.com/ctheatreedinburghinstagram.com/c_theatre/
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'Being President of a footy club is pretty straightforward, right? Sign the best players, sell more beer, and try not to burn it all to the ground!' A loud, obnoxious and darkly humorous dive into the bravado, insecurity and ego of an Aussie Boy's mind, and the intoxicating lust for glory and power they find within the sacred walls of Marydale Tigers Football Club. In a world where it seems any idiot can be president, Dan, Stephen and Tim discover that they might just be the wrong idiots to put in charge.CastJeremy Harland | Dan DaviesShane Palmer | Stephen DoolanNathan Wright | Tim BramwellWritten by | Shane PalmerDirected by | Riley LongworthCo-Produced by | Shane Palmer, Riley Longworth, Nathan Wright, Jeremy Harlandfacebook.com/ShanePalmerActorPhotographerinstagram.com/shane.d.palmer/instagram.com/marydale_tigers_fc/
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A darkly comic one-woman show created by writer-performer and cancer survivor, Valery Reva. At Least I’m Not Bald is her second Fringe show, and centres on the “big C”, the terrifying letter we all dread. Using comedy and black humour, Valery draws on her own lived experiences and other testimonials, to explore the depths of despair and those moments in-between that make life worth living, no matter what. A journey towards healing and self-betterment, this show will leave you stunned, crying and laughing in the face of death.Written and Performed by | Valery RevaDirected by | Kapil RedekarMusic produced by | Aniruddha NimkarProduced by | Jonathan KeddieSet designed by | Gabe GilmourMovement Director | Benita C. LambrechtsPoster designed by | Kate Iarovavaleryreva.onepage.meinstagram.com/valery_reva/
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This raw and powerful exploration of a hard-hitting break-up will pull at your heartstrings and might even make you smile. Written and performed by singer/songwriter Tamara Williamson, with original alternative music and film, The Break-Up Diet defies traditional musical conventions to tell a gripping tale of infidelity, breakup, denial, and recovery. Tamara takes audiences on a captivating journey, with evocative storytelling and a range of emotions, that stays with them long after the show ends to offer a unique and unforgettable experience. An award-winning, powerful production from Canada.Created and Written by | Tamara WilliamsonBandLead | Tamara WilliamsonVoice,Guitar,Sax by | Sarah FazackerleyBass by | Chris WallerDrums, programs by | Stephen PitkinProduction team | Tamara Williamson, Heather Cook ScalaThanksAll the people who donated and came to watch the showRichard for creating the filmwww.breakupdiet.cafacebook.com/tamarawilliamson1000intagram.com/tamarawilliamson1000/tiktok.com/@breakupdiet Watch Trailer
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Is a strong wind all it takes to tip people over the edge? This multimedia thriller is inspired by Joan Didion’s essay on the Santa Ana. A multiplicity of characters are thrown into turmoil by these winds, from an oil magnate in fated pursuit of profit to a disaffected wife with murderous desires. As suicide rates increase and forest fires rage, this new play explores the simultaneous parallel decay of our environment and our mental health. Live videography and electronic score accompany this descent into disorder, as tensions rise to a climactic sensory and emotional overspill.CastStella CohenMusicians | Flynn McHardy and Rory GreigWritten and Directed | Laurie Bayley-HigginsDesigner | Amy Townsend LowcockAssistant Director | Laura May BrunkProduced by | PJ Cunningham and Katie Tusoninstagram.com/the.santa.ana/
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Re-creating the classical Lion Dance and Chinese Opera as contemporary performance, this dynamic Kung-Fu dance-circus mixes beat-boxing, martial arts, tricks and parkour. Live beat-boxing replaces traditional Asian percussive music. Experience the historical and present-day cultures of Asia through a vibrant journey of discovery and transformation, highlighting the common bonds of humanity. Made in Hong Kong. Opening act, New York Times Square New Year’s Eve 2023. Winner, Best Show, Asian Arts Awards 2022.'No Dragon No Lion isn't just a spectacle, but an exploration of Hong Kong’s soul, a dance between the past and the present' (FringeBiscuit.com).Performed by | Steve Ng, Alan Cheng, To Chi Sing, Leo LauArtistic Director and Choreographer | Hugh Chofacebook.com/852DT instagram.com/tscrew_hk/
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Inspired by the will-they-won't-they relationships of our time (think Harry and Sally, Ross and Rachel), Shea orchestrates the one-woman romantic comedy of her dreams. She knows the the best way to find love is to pick any random dude, make him your best friend, and pine for each other in secret for years. That's the dream! …Right? As things begin to fall apart, Shea is forced to confront the real reason she wants to keep men at arms length: maybe it's the closest she can get to dating them without actually having to date them.Written and Performed by | Shea StanleyDirected by | Amy Allenwww.shea-stanley.com/instagram.com/sheabutter33/tiktok.com/@hoorayforshea
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‘American labour icon!? Ridiculous. I’m a wharf-rat Swede and a songster. Well, Utah heard enough of my ranting, framed me for murder, had me executed. But I made up my mind not to die, as the song goes…’ This new solo show from writer, composer, actor and musician Joseph Shaw inhabits the ghost of early 20th-century union activist and songwriter Joe Hill, immortalised in the protest song of the same name. Songs and readings from Hill’s letters offer glimpses of his fascinating life.Created and performed by | Joey ShawDirected by | Bobbin RamseyThis performance is given outdoors. The performance will continue in the event of light rain. In the event of heavy rain the performance may be cancelled and in this case a refund will be offered to all ticket-holders.This production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.
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In this compelling and moving solo play, Downton Abbey’s Ruairi Conaghan tells the story of the murder of a loved one and the lasting and unpredictable trauma that flowed from it. At a time when the violent legacies of Northern Ireland’s recent past have never been more important to talk about, this acclaimed show uses storytelling, song, poetry, humour, cinema and Shakespeare to tell this courageous, joyous, uplifting tale of recovery. Performed with raw, courageous, soul-bearing honesty. If we can find empathy, there is always hope.One of Belfast Telegraph’s Top Ten Cultural Events in 2023.Written and Performed by | Ruairi ConaghanDirected By | Patrick O Kanewww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then how can a blind man tell? Richard Wheatley returns to the Fringe with his stand-up show about the challenges and trials of living as a blind man in a sighted world of fashion, beauty and aesthetics. Richard explores beauty by numbers, the rules of fashion, and a mother’s opinions on getting a haircut. Who and what can you trust when the mirror can’t help? Fun fast and friendly, Richard is mostly clean and always funny.Winner Spirit of the Fringe Award 2023 ***** (Derek Awards).Written and Performed by | Richard Wheatleyrichardwheatleycomedy.cominstagram.com/romtwheatley/
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Step into the world of the magician, where fragments of life are unveiled through a mysterious diary. Join a mesmerising adventure through mountains, seas, and the cosmos in search of creative sparks. Experience classical Chinese poetry fused with modern magic, witness centuries-old verses colliding with contemporary art. Diary of a Magician blends classic magic and sensational stunts into a spellbinding performance.‘More than just magic, this is art’ ***** (KidsInAdelaide.com.au).‘Moves like a dancer, everyone is enraptured… Keeping children’s attention is tough; doing it without saying a word is even more impressive' (DarkStoriesTheatre.com.au).Directed and Performed by | Mu-Syuan, ChangProduced by | You-Lin, TsaiProduction | Fang-Chen and Chouwww.amplayhouse.cominstagram.com/a.m.playhouse.co/
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Click. The story starts with a young photographer. A chance encounter reunites him with a girl he admired at school. He tries to recapture lost years through this reconnection. Click. His Ma-jie (maidservant uniquely typical to past Hong Kong) admires the man downstairs who writes letters for her and others. Click. These parallel disconnected narratives, divided by a trench of loneliness, reveal the underwater emotional currents that can drown mankind. Amid fast-paced modernised Hong Kong, Theatre Ronin’s piece, like the camera, nostalgically shows the impossibility of hanging on to the past. Performed in Cantonese, English surtitles.Performed by | To Yim-shan, Wong Ka-chunLive Musician | Tim ChanDirector, Co-writer & Production design | Alex Tam Hung-manCo-written by | Wong Man-hoProduced by | Lam Pik-chi JessieLighting Designer | Zoe CheungProduction Manager | Chong Hiu-tingAdministrator | Sylvia Laiwww.theatreronin.com.hk/homefacebook.com/TheatreRonininstagram.com/theatreronin/
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78-year-old Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor! He's prepped his monologues, brushed his teeth and is ready to audition. And you will be the casting directors! Baloney Theatre Company is back in Edinburgh with their wackiest show yet. Expect to see cowboys, chaotic car salesmen, crocs and lots more! Woodrow will do just about anything to get a role. Written and performed by Marissa Landy, this sketch show is silly, whimsical and totally bonkers. Come along and see if Woodrow can land the job!Written and performed by | Marissa Landywww.baloneytheatrecompany.comfacebook.com/BaloneyTheatre/instagram.com/baloneytheatre/
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Embark on a raw, transformative journey through one man’s battle with cancer. Laugh and cry as he delves into the depths of his experience, sharing the realities of living with a disease that is changing his life. From relentless chemotherapy to intimate scars, every moment is carving him a new identity, in ways he never could have imagined. Through heartfelt storytelling and exquisite humour, witness the transformative power of vulnerability as it slowly turns into courageous strength. Discover the manifesto for a new artistic movement.‘This cancer is a true blessing’ (Fellow comedian).Written and Performed by | Désiré BimanDirected by | David T JonesCreative Consultant | Sarah McKenna
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Trump’s populist slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ appeals to disillusioned war veteran Jimmy in rustbelt Michigan but his new-found politics threaten to tear his family apart – until an unexpected visit leads to a profound emotional reconciliation. Original, humorous, intensely moving storytelling, redemptive and hopeful, about overcoming trauma, and having to face it to overcome it. From award-winning actor-playwright Richard Vergette.‘Multi-layered and masterful’ (HackneyCitizen.co.uk).‘An excellent storyteller’ (BritishTheatreGuide.info).‘Compelling, heart-wrenching… gripping piece of new theatre writing that should be experienced by all generations’ (FringeReview.co.uk).‘Extraordinary tour-de-force… uplifting and devastating in equal measure’ (TheReviewsHub.com).Written and performed by | Richard VergetteDirected by | Andy PearsonProduced by | Andy Jordanwww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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Sherlock Holmes confronts his deadliest enemy yet: a man who hates him, his creator, Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes has deduced it wasn’t Moriarty, but Doyle, jealous of his popularity, behind the near-fatal attack on him at the Reichenbach Falls. Holmes, a notable rationalist, is further irked by being constantly linked with Doyle, the famous spiritualist. When two girls claim to have photographed fairies and Doyle believes them, this disgusts Holmes. He seeks to refute the pictures, but unlocks a deeper mystery surrounding the events at Cottingley. Can logic overturn belief?CastSherlock Holmes | Harry MeacherDr John Watson | Kenneth McConnellSir Arthur Conan Doyle, Concierge, Bradford Bookseller, Edward L. Gardner | Guy HepworthMiss Hudson,Mrs Pickett, Bradford Waitress, Mrs Polly Wright | Kate ColdronCreated, Directed and Produced by | F.R. MaherOriginal theme | Paul BirchallLighting Design | John RevellSound and Lighting | Steve LincolnThanks | Andrew Rissik, Pete Hollinshead, Dan Baines, Suzy Walker, Emyr John, Theatr Clwyd, Russell Erwood, Horatio Clarefacebook.com/people/Sherlock-Holmes-and-The-Man-Who-Believed-in-Fairies/instagram.com/tinkfaeryfestival/
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What if stars held memories from the future? Set at a pivotal time in history, Liminal combines star myths with astronomy, in this story of an astronomer lost in the Longitude Problem, finding more than just twinkling lights in the night sky. Contemporary dance and traditional erhu music traverses East-West boundaries, travelling an epic journey, following the path of the only star in our solar system to rise in the East and settle in the West. Inspired by migration and identity, Liminal delves into concepts of home and heritage, and how they are shaped by the movement of people.CastChen XiyaoAnneliese CharekCreated by | Chan Vi, Chen Xiyao, Anneliese CharekDirected by | Chan Vi.Sound and Projection Design by | Chan Vi.Co-produced by | Nicole Zhouwww.erhuremixproject.comfacebook.com/erhuremixproject
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Discussion, conversation, and debate about the arts, society and life. In the digital world there's no greater joy than talking face to face. 300 years ago a club was set up in Edinburgh to support artists and poets. A centre of curiosity and debate, where horizons were broadened, it heralded the Scottish Enlightenment. It was called the Easy Club, and it lives again in this series of discussions inspired by C’s festival programme. Topics, speakers, and artists will differ daily, but always provoke thought and further chat.Free afternoon tea (and coffee) provided. See website for listings.See www.CtheFestival.com/eazy-club for listings.This event is free (non-ticketed). You do not need to book in advance – just turn up. Please note that admission is subject to capacity restrictions.
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Confronted with her fear of being unlovable and forever misunderstood an overly self-aware comedian puts together the biggest show of her life. Desperate to connect, yet doomed to self-sabotage, she pushes therapists, dates and peers away through trauma dumping, a sexual obsession with Captain America, and pathologizing all of her exes with sociopathy. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll walk away with a new crush. A new play from actor/writer Mo Fry Pasic and director Sudi Green.Written and Performed by | Mo Fry PasicDirected by | Sudi GreenProduced by | Lauren Mandelwww.worsethanyouplay.cominstagram.com/worsethanyoushow
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Enter the world of university lecturer Cassandra, living in “close-call-apocalypse-averted” times, aka the 2030s. Ride the rollercoaster of her life with her as she wonders why things in the past were so crazy. Prepare for some collective therapy and a dose of rekindled imagination as you join her journey. Will she choose to continue to pray at the Temple of Conformity? Can she believe what the mirror of her life reflects back to her? Cutting edge theatre, live music and immersive projection set in Edinburgh and brought to you by a German, Australian and Scottish team.Written and Performed by | Samantha GrahamOriginal Music Composed and Performed by | Ella Mehlberg with Will Sharp, Ffion AynsleyDirected by | Bobbie-JeanSound and Lighting by | Tim FloodProjection Artist | John McGeochwww.vegasnerve.livefacebook.com/vegasnerveband/instagram.com/vegasnerve33/
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An emotionally raw blend of memoir and song, Tracey Yarad’s All These Pretty Things is a phoenix rising from the ashes story, taking the audience from Australia and the fallout of a devastating divorce following her husband's affair with their teenage goddaughter, to New York City and an inspiring new life. An evocative portrayal of one woman’s capacity to come back stronger than ever, it is an inspirational testament to the human spirit.‘Beautiful alchemy: breathtakingly honest, gorgeously sung songs on the themes of loss and abandonment, and the restorative power of music and love’ (BroadwayWorld.com).Written, Created and Performed by | Tracey YaradCo-written and Directed by | Tessa Souterwww.traceyyarad.comfacebook.com/traceyyaradmusicinstagram.com/traceyyarad/
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A new play. Performed by Faith Abongo.Love in the twenty-first century is an eclectic ideology and culmination of dreamy, programmed constructs. A concocted, conditional fairy-tale embedded deeply in the phenomena of current social complexities. Based on externalised fantasy, we idealise what and who our partners should be. The love they should provide. The expectations of what our unions should yield. Largely, contemporary love is based on hazy perspectives that doesn’t reflect truth: it is an elusive perceived experience that deletes the intricate dynamics which comprise realistic human experience and exchange. When the curtains drop, the illusions become a bitter unpalatable truth.Written, Created and Performed by | Faith Martin AbongoDirected and Produced by | Faith Martin AbongoCast in order of appearance | Faith Martin Abongo & Temisanren UwawahSet, Costume and Lighting Design by | Faith Martin AbongoSound Design by | Christine Atieno and Faith Martin AbongoIntimacy coordinator | Christine AtienoThanks to | Christine Atieno, Africanus World
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A mind-reading show from Berlin! Enter a surreal world where mind-reading is normal! This show combines handmade vintage-style visuals with the strange skills of two savants from Berlin. In a dialogue between animated short films and paranormal experiments, the two mind-readers bow to the beauty of 1920s Berlin, and a mystical childhood in Brazil. Surreal is a surprising, dreamy and, above all, interactive experience.‘Absolutely astonishing!’ (Uri Geller).‘Internationally acclaimed intuitive-duo Roman von Thurau and Vivian take their audience on a truly trippy ride into the inexplicable’ (Sugarhigh).‘You are amazing!’ (TV Sweden).Written, Created, Drawn, Animated, Composed and Performed by | Vivian Sommer and Roman Maria von Thurauwww.sonambul.comfacebook.com/people/Sonambulinstagram.com/sonambul_mindreader/youtube.com/watch?v=jGw3hlkzibM
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An inspired, powerful and elegant piece with Flamenco dance and guitar. Aylin Bayaz’s contemporary flamenco dance combines strength, elegance and beauty. Raul Mannola's music draws on Flamenco, Brazilian music and jazz, giving depth and colour. Bayaz’s dance and Mannola’s music fuse together to produce an unique show of beauty and inspiration.‘Flamencodanza is more than just a show – it’s a breathtaking journey, with its fusion of tradition and contemporary flair… leaving an enduring impression on every fortunate spectator’ (Dancelife.com.au)‘Flamencodanza is hot, and you won’t see anything else like it’ (TheStageRaw.com)‘Mannola is amazing to watch. He does not “play” the guitar, he dominates it’ (TheTVolution.com)'An audience favourite' (Hudson Theatre, Hollywood)‘Pure artistry and emotional tour de force’ (LouReviews.blog)Best Dance and Physical Theatre, Hollywood Fringe 2022Award for Artistic Merit, Hollywood Fringe 2023Choreography and Dance by | Aylin BayazMusic by | Raul Mannolawww.eflamencodanza.comfacebook.com/aylinbayazinstagram.com/aylinbayaz/ Watch Trailer
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At dawn, the nation of the Gummy Bears declares war against the nation of the Dinosaurs. The Gummies will prepare for war, there will be a battle, and the Dinosaurs will win the fight. But even if the outcome is tragically obvious, the question remains: What makes the candies so obstinate? The Gummy Bears’ Great War is an object-theatre show that takes place on a table, with real candies, small lights, and few spectators. An existential tragicomedy about our search for meaning.‘Perfect marriage of dramaturgy and design…a heart-wrenching, mouth-watering, theatrical experience’ (BroadwayDnaBlog.Substack.com).With Valentina Fadda, and Leonardo TomasiFeaturing the voice of | Tino PetilliWritten and Directed by | Angelo TrofaAudio | Quarantacinque by Michela AtzeniTech supervisor | Luca Cartawww.gummybearswar.comfacebook.com/batisfera.teatroinstagram.com/batisfera/
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What if Bette Davis were a witch? In 2019, her evangelical daughter, BD Davis, claimed that her mother was filled with demonic forces that gave her power. Piper’s original musical set in 1975, tells the story of how Davis, saddled with bills for an infirm daughter, and now well past her prime, takes a job on the classic cult horror film Burnt Offerings. Following the unprofessional behaviour of pickled actor Oliver Reed, and the neurotic Karen Black, will she use her magical abilities for revenge or re-establish her power as the star of the picture?CastBette Davis | Annie Meek MontgomeryOliver Reed | Aaron NovakKaren Black | Connor DelvesBD Hyman | Laura Dillman FrankDon | Eva Sheehy MossWritten and Directed by | John P. McEnenyComposed by | Rob ParkerExecutive Director | Rachael JonesGeneral Manager | Justine McLaughlinAdditional Support by | Dr. Rachael Jones and Laura ParkerPhotography by | Vas Eliwww.pipertheatre.orgfacebook.com/Bloody Ballad Of Bette Davis: A New Musical instagram.com/bloodybettemusical/x.com/BloodyBetteShow
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A subversive live experience developed by artists from around the globe. Despite ever-evolving digital connection our world is more divided than ever. Broken Planet is here to reconnect us, to put the humility back into humanity, to provide the space for rediscovering the good in everyone and everything around us. Embrace imperfections with the interactive and uplifting power of silly. Join Clown God and an array of wonderfully weird guests for this unique celebration blending comedy, circus, indie music and the ridiculous… before it’s too late. Come save the world!CastCallum Grant, Richie Schiraldi,Brittany, Anderson, Chloe Matonis, Joel Dávila Joseph Bryantwww.brokenplanetshow.comfacebook.com/brokenplanetshow
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Get ready for blushful stories of passionate affairs, mischievous gossip and racy romances. This vigorous and unapologetic new musical relationship comedy tears the illusion of modern marriage to pieces through its uplifting collection of world-famous operetta songs staged with a brave contemporary twist. The musical line-up includes songs from pre-World War West End and Broadway hit operettas Ball at the Savoy, Riviera Girl and more. Eastern European cultural heritage meets Western contemporary musical theatre in this cabaret-style interactive show by Julia Joy.Written by | Julia Joy and Bernadett SwannCreated by | NP&JOY EntertainmentDirected and Choreographed by | Julia JoyProduced by | Julia Joy and Norbert Potornaiwww.savoymusical.comfacebook.com/savoythemusicalinstagram.com/savoymusical/
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Please change the website copy toThis one-man puppet drama follows a young performing artist with more than 20 years experience in Chinese puppetry, on his journey of self-discovery as he learns, practices and ultimately passes on his skills. His personal growth is explored through the telling of the classic heroic Chinese story: three sworn brothers in the Taoyuan, riding alone for thousands of miles. Already a favourite at international puppetry festivals, Shenzhen Puppet Art Theatre use a variety of different puppets, string, stick, cloth bag and shadow figures to elevate the everyday in their vivid, innovative and heartwarming shows.Performed by | Hong JindiaoDirected by | Ma YuanProduced by | Liu Ziyuanwww.puppetsz.cominstagram.com/sz_puppetart/
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A mad dash through 10,000 years of history from the perspective of a sex worker. Through historical canonized characters, Whore's Eye View traces the evolution of the sacred whore from deified, to demonized, to diseased. Weaving comedic storytelling with the wisdom of her own lived experience and contemporary observations, Kaytlin Bailey artfully unpacks the complex, age-old stigma underpinning a status quo designed to keep women in their place.'The solo show mixes erudition with earthiness. It flows from unfiltered divulgence to impassioned thesis, all leavened by a parade of well-honed zingers' (San Francisco Chronicle).Written and Performed by | Kaytlin BaileyDirected by | Vanessa MoroscoDramaturg | Stephanie Alvarado PrughScript Development | Carole MontgomeryProduced | Leah MoonExecutive Producer | Old ProsHistorian | Dr. Charlene J. Fletcherwhoreseyeview.cominstagram.com/oldprosonline/
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If Tim Burton met Stephen Sondheim in the KitKat Club… and they were a woman… This twisted one-woman musical is an electric exploration of the life of the artist. As Amelia's prime source of inspiration, her charismatic alter-ego, The Master, gradually becomes her sadistic captor, we travel through the depths of workaholism and the lengths one will go in pursuit of "the dream". A frantic Dad, dodgy agent, oh… and that 65-year-old boyfriend, all come to life through The Master's larger-than-life 'Show Dahling!', while Amelia believes one thing is more important than entertaining an audience: the truth.Written, Composed, Created and Performed by | Em HoggettCo-directed by Sarah HuckinArrangements and Orchestrations by | Anessa MarieChoreographed by | Kris EngelstadSelect Costumes by | Kay HoggettSelect Props by | Alexandria BevilaquaThanks | Kay Hoggett, Matthew Hoggett, American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Columbia University, The Bechdel Project, Adrian Prohaskawww.emthemaster.cominstagram.com/emthemaster/
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Discover the experiences of Dirmit, the youngest girl in a large migrated family struggling to adapt to city life. Stuck in a small room together, her parents and older brothers try to protect her from life in the strange city, restraining her with customs and traditions. Somehow, she always finds a way to take care of herself. Latife Tekin's best-selling magic-realist novel is brought to the stage. The fantastical story offers strong feminist insights into what it means to be a woman growing up in Türkiye today.From the Novel written by | Latife TekinAdapted by | Nezaket Erden and Hakan Emre ÜnalPerformed by | Nezaket ErdenDirected by | Hakan Emre ÜnalProduced by | Tiyatro HemhâlPresented by | Lus ProductionProject Supervised by | Zeynep Günsur YüceilTranslator and Dramaturg | Büke ErkoçPoster Design | Kardelen AkçaFlyer Design | Aybala Erdenwww.hemhaltiyatro.cominstagram.com/tiyatrohemhal/
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This women-created news satire stars comedian Maggie Metnick in drag as Chip Johnson, a red-blooded American male pundit on a mission to mansplain the news to women. From politics to sex advice, Chip is here to guide the girlies through a big man’s world. What begins as a self-serious cable news show unravels into a surreal exploration of Chip’s insecurities, the loneliness of modern masculinity, and the follies of the patriarchy. You’re welcome, ladies.As listed in TimeOut’s ‘Best Things to Do in New York’.Created and Performed by | Maggie MetnickCreated and Written by | Hunter LangWritten by | Emma Campbell, Nell Kessler, Mackenzie Menter, Nora Schmittinstagram.com/manupladies/tiktok.com/@manupladies
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Finally, a musical about gene editing technology! Two struggling genetics researchers are determined to create the world’s first super-soyabean, but a rival lab will stop at nothing to defeat them. Featuring original songs, dance, action-packed battles and shocking twists, Crispr! the Musical is a high-energy romp that will knock your socks off. The creators of NYC’s Hottie Bop, Duane Stanford and Lina Zikas, portray three pairs of characters whose stories converge into a climactic battle of epic – and hilarious – proportions. A stand-out show that will delight anyone who loves to laugh.Created, Written, Performed and Produced by | Lina Zikas and Duane StanfordDirected by | Kevin QianProduction Design by | Kit Cartersurfrock.io/crispr
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Jim Henson meets Oscar Wilde in this gay old romp through Victorian England that offers a modern interpretation of classic English farce – heightened energy, slapstick physicality, and outrageous characters in over-the-top situations – all performed by two actors and a menagerie of fully articulated mechanical puppets. Laced with lavish luxuries, face-slapping humour, and a bowl of soup that’s simply to die for, Lobster Bisque features new and innovative ways of storytelling and the incorporation of clown work to deliver gut-busting fun while engrossing the audience in a visual feast. It will leave you gagging for more.Written and Performed | Witt TarantinoWrittend and Performed | Emma Rose CreanerMusic by | Christoper MertonCompany Manager | Georgia PianoSpecial Thanks | Carmel Creaner for her contribution to the artwork and Ashley Macamaux for sharing their expertise in clowninstagram.com/lobsterbisque2024/
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As Jam’s 28th birthday approaches, he announces to his flatmates Hank and Morgan that he's going to kill himself instead, earning a place in the 27 Club, and getting the three of them famous. Bickering and hijinks lead them closer and closer to a birthday party themed around dead celebrities, revelations about themselves and their friendship, and an utterly unforgettable drunken self-tape for Virgin Media. 27 is the story of three young artists and their ridiculous exploits as they try to break into the industry.Performed by | Douglas Yannaghas, Brian James Mckigen, Henry DolgoffWritten by | Douglas YannaghasDirected by | Ben StandishCompany Directors | Douglas Yannaghas, Brian James Mckigeninstagram.com/cold_open_theatre/
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Imagine a bar owned by Love itself. Only people who are in love are allowed in. A couple of young lovers enter the bar. After sultry musical and dance performances, and after meeting many of the guests embodying different types of love, the lovers realise that once someone enters the bar – once someone falls in love – it is hard to get out of it because romantic love can become addictive. Sultry performances. Obsession. Purity. Sex. Are you ready to enter Love’s Concordia Bar?Created and Directed by | Edoardo TesioWritten by | Edoardo Tesio and Marjorie MurilloComposed by | Olivia AmicangioliChoreographed by | Bridget SpencerCostumes by Tomoka Takahashiwww.companydellalunatheater.comtiktok.com/@companydellalunainstagram.com/companydellaluna/linktr.ee/theatercompanydellaluna
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Eight medical mishaps, 14 screws, six plates, and one fully reconstructed digestive system. Meet the world's unluckiest magician. This is a hilarious, heartwarming and thought-provoking autobiographical story that has to be heard to be believed. Steve Wilbury takes the audience on a journey through the wild adventures of his life, inviting them to laugh with him at the cruel ironies of fate. When tragedy strikes we can laugh, cry or die. This show covers all three. Testament that even in our darkest moments we can find the magic in life's challenges.'Real joy' (ArtMurmurs.nz).'Rewarding and hilarious' (TheatreReview.org.nz).Written and Performed | Steve WilburyDirected by | Bannana Joliewww.stevewilbury.comfacebook.com/stevewilburyentertainerinstagram.com/stevewilburyentertainer
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Parodying the famous male philosophers of ancient Greece as a funny woman-horse thinker – whose punchline is 'sh*t happens' – Laura Fincias makes her Edinburgh solo debut in this stand-up comedy show. Laura has produced and appeared in underground stand up comedy, performing in Spanish and English in Barcelona, Edinburgh and Berlin, and this spring she toured Scandinavia with other international comedians. Horsesh*t Happens comes from her comedy experience in different European cities, and is a surrealist, satirical take on life. You may expect a philosophical script, but sometimes horsesh*t happens…Created and Performed by | Laura Fincias Marín.This production is Pay What You Can. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay.instagram.com/ele_efe_eme/
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Dive into a darkly comedic stylised world, where young factory worker Millie confronts unsettling truths as her home town becomes overrun by scheming insect impostors. A visually innovative tale unfolds as she uncovers a web of schemes, culminating in an eerie journey to save her family. Mystery and symbolic exploration blend in this horror-play, which draws from expressionist cinema and Kafkaesque nightmares to present an immersive experience for adult audiences. With themes of societal decay and personal redemption, Corpse Flower offers a riveting exploration of the uncanny, inviting you to embrace its twisted allure.Cast | Medea Manaz,Raphael Ruiz, Matthew Rowan, Lola Knight, Alexandros FragkosWritten by | Ariel De La Garza Davidoff, Michal VojtechDirected by | Ilya WrayMusic by | Nathan SaudekStage design by | Oscar GodfreyCostumes by | Noemi FintorLighting design by | Thomas SandlerSound Design by | Alex Gordonwww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Jim Carrey meets Ricky Gervais as Alexander steps up to the mic in his new biting and satirical hour of comedy. Personal stories about his con man father and his own raw anger about social power structures, combine with improvised crowd work, to pose the question: ‘Why are you not more pissed off at the people in charge?!’. Following appearances in Los Angeles, Berlin and Paris, Alexander returns to the Fringe, with an hour that demands that you laugh, get naked and start a revolution. In 2022 he was featured on Laugh Factory Hollywood Fresh Faces.Created and Performed by | Alexander CabanaDirected by | Orny AdamsManager | Radostina Petevawww.alexandercabana.com/instagram.com/cabana_asada/
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Vera Ballero is an ambitious journalist from Paris, and the famous host of The Shivering Truth, a news programme from Berlin that is intensely focused on global tragedies. However, Vera's relentless pursuit of success is met with challenges, particularly when she confronts the dark side of the industry. When she finds herself removed from her position by the producer she denounced as a paedophile, she decides to host her own private show during her final Saturday night live broadcast – to ensure Vera's Truth will be heard. A solo dark comedy, written and performed by Salome Topuria.Created, written and performed by | Salomé TopuriaTechnical Supervisor | Rhys WilliamsThanks | Nino Kasradze
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Dad's dead. Mum’s shagging his killer. Girlfriend's crazy. Then Dad’s ghost appears, crying for revenge. What else does one do but start killing? Antonio makes Hamlet look like a little b*tch. This rarely-performed Early Modern hidden gem from John Marston is batsh*t insane, featuring everything you'd expect from a Jacobethan revenge tragedy: feigned insanity, an evil duke, an all-knowing fool, a smoking-hot mum, a ghost dad, a sad girlfriend locked in prison, a plucky kid who’s definitely gonna get murdered, and, of course, cannibalism.'Rude, crude, and theatrically unglued' (Rick Bowers).Co-Directed and Performed by | Caden ScottCo-Directed, Performed and Produced by | Courtney BassettPerformed by | Alex MedlandDesigner | James WrightProduced by | Luke Thornboroughhttps://halftrick.com/projectsfacebook.com/HalfTrickTheatreinstagram.com/halftricktheatre/
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Jive along to jazz, party to punk rock, cavort to classics and experience electropop with our cherry-picked musical assortment. A powerhouse of bands and soloists from across the globe. Enjoy the warmth of the world through a hand-picked selection of of bands, singers and instrumentalists, and soak up their sound! Discover new artists from five continents! We’ve got bangers, beats, bass and Brahms! Come enjoy jazz, blues, world music, electronica, pop, classical music and more.See www.CtheFestival.com/music-nights for listings.This production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.
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Embark on a confessional voyage through love, sex, and dating with this no-holds-barred one-woman show with bite, that blends stand-up, poetry, storytelling and physical comedy. Writer and performer Georgie Wedge intimately examines her colourful experiences in the dating scene through the senses. Experience an unapologetically raw interactive performance, that seamlessly weaves moments of hilarious naturalism with intelligent and rhythmic verse. Don't miss this captivating fusion of humour and heart, guaranteed to leave you laughing, thinking – and maybe even blushing.Georgie Wedge was longlisted for the Funny Women Award 2023.Written and Performed by | Georgie WedgeDirected by | Ilya Wraywww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Enter the flamboyant depths of a Victorian Music Hall… When Albert Baggley, the founder of The Queen's Head, mysteriously disappears, two burlesque numbers, devastated dames, a grieving wives, a stressed-out showmen, a character called Martha, a southern belle, and the title deeds of the music hall all come into play. This period comedy of entanglement, featuring cabaret, melodrama, mischief and revenge will entertain, provoke, confuse and seduce by turns, as the actor leaps between characters. A solo tour-de-force, written and performed by Rhys Williams.Created and Performed by | Rhys Williams Technical Supervisor | Salomé Topuria Financial Supervisor | Margaret Williamsinstagram.com/rhyswilliamsx/
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The alternative late-night Fringe experience returns. A unique blend of comedy, circus, burlesque, bands, live art and specialty acts from across the Fringe. With a different line-up every night, this is a chance to see some of the Fringe’s most exciting new artists.‘A smorgasbord showcase of the wonderful delicacies… wacky, weird and wonderful’ (AYoungerTheatre.com).‘One of the most fun variety cabarets around… Explosive and adaptable’ ***** (BroadwayBaby.com).See www.CtheFestival.com/electric-cabaret for listings.This production is Pay What You Can. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay.
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Seven teenagers (and a Barbie doll) invite you to a joyfully absurd play about love – in all its weird and wonderful forms. Square Pegs ask lots of questions about what it means to be human in their life-imitating-art play about growing up and in its own inimitable, absurdist fashion, offer absolutely no answers whatsoever! Offie-nominated Macready Theatre Young Actors share tales of breakups, heartache and what it’s like to fall in love with the Berlin Wall with fast-paced, fun-filled story-telling.‘A short spectacular showcase’ ***** (MumbleTheatre.net).‘Joyous’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com).The Company | Millie Astbury, Chloe Beynon, Alex Bonsall, Lucia Lee, Matilda Measures, Alex Morgan, Kalil Naziu, Louisa RobertsWritten by | Georgina DettmerDirected by | Tim CokerMovement by | Ellen FinlayTechnicians | Mark Watts, Kyle ArrowsmithThanks to | Macready Theatre, Rugby and Bloomsbury Festival, Londonfacebook.com/macreadysquarepegs
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Mischievous teenager Liu Songsong accidentally travels back to the time of the Tang Dynasty where he saves a young Li Bai, forming a close friendship. Encouraged by his new “prophetic” friend, Li Bai embarks on a journey of self-discovery, gradually becoming a poetic genius. Back in the present, Liu Songsong is challenged to a debate about Li Bai. He finds the key to winning by returning again to the Tang Dynasty. See Chinese martial arts, Peking opera, calligraphy and classical Chinese dance blend in this mesmerising bilingual musical journey, showcasing the talent of the young performers.Cast | Yuetian Zhang, Tiancen Luo, Ziqi Zhang, Jiaxuan Li, Xiaoye Zhang, Guoling Ran, Zixuan Xia, Zixuan Wang, Yiwen Chen, Jiani Xue, Ruolin Wang, Yuexi Zhang, Changen Fan, Junhan Hu, Hongyu BenCast | Yuetian Zhang, Tiancen Luo, Ziqi Zhang, Jiaxuan Li, Xiaoye Zhang, Guoling Ran, Zixuan Xia, Zixuan Wang, Yiwen Chen, Jiani Xue, Ruolin Wang, Yuexi Zhang, Changen Fan, Junhan Hu, Hongyu BenCreated by | Wuhan EZ Education and Cultural Development Company, Murongfu Education ConsultationDirected by | Li Shanshan, Feng Yizhang, August Leo PonExecutive Director | Chenxing LiuProduced by | Wuhan EZ Education and Cultural Development CompanyAssistant producer | Xinyou Zhang
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An actor makes a deal with the devil. One of theatres’ greatest roles is theirs to perform. One problem… they’ve never rehearsed with the rest of the cast. This new version of Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus features a rotating cast of brave guest performers taking on the challenges of a devilish ensemble. Much like Faustus, they have no idea what they're really getting into. The Faustus Project is funny, a little dangerous, and an actor’s worst nightmare. With a fresh victim every night, this will be the ultimate theatrical torture…‘Fresh, unique, and entertaining’ (TheatReview.org.nz).Co-Directed and Performed by | Caden ScottCo-Directed, Performed and Produced by | Courtney BassettPerformed by | Alex MedlandDesigner | James WrightProduced by | Luke Thornboroughhttps://halftrick.com/projectsfacebook.com/HalfTrickTheatreinstagram.com/halftricktheatre/
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Something was written. Smeared. On the walls... We do not accept responsibility for the incident. However, we gather, some offence has been caused. Therefore, we wish to issue an apology. This heightened, riotous, rabbit-hole of a play attempts to explore the political pandemonium of saying the wrong things right. Or the right things wrong. Quite literally, a series of apologies spiral out of control until even Cumberbatch is shocked and appalled. We’re taking this seriously.Ensemble | Elaheh Baradar, Alice Cox, Lana Darcy, Matilda Ellis, Samantha Good, JoJo Gordon, Danya Griver, Charlotte Hitchin, Sadie Lim, Karma Meyer, Emily SturrockWritten by | John DonnellyDirected by | Ryan JonesAssistant Directors | Ashley Fenton, Fiona JonesProduced by | Ashley Fentoninstagram.com/mortonplayers/
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A collection of original comedy sketches from a semi-professional cast based in Abu Dhabi. This is the show’s second time at the Fringe, written by Kevin Corrigan and directed by Andy Smyllie. This year’s show has a medical theme – all the sketches are set in fictional St Swithin’s hospital, with its eclectic mix of doctors, nurses and patients. In the hospital's busy waiting room and consulting rooms, each sketch has an unexpected denouement to surprise the audience. One More Night... On the Tiles! also features last year’s hilarious Gemma, played by Aimee Smyllie.Written and Produced by | Kevin CorriganPerformed by | Eddie Craven, Aimee Smyllie, Andy Smyllie, Kevin CorriganDirected by | Andy Smyllie
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Adapted from Lu Xun's novel, Forging the Swords tells the story of a naturally kind-hearted child, who is suddenly entrusted with the monumental task of avenging his father's murder. Two swords are wielded in the name of peace, yet result in further bloodshed. Incorporating elements from the ancient Chinese collection of supernatural tales the play poses thought-provoking philosophical questions of humankind. Where will our obsessions ultimately lead us? Is the culmination of revenge truly freedom, or is it an endless void?Performed by | Fengrui Yang, Mengsha Zeng, Ziru Wang, Yige Wang, Haoran Peng, Yue Yang, Zijun Zhang, Minghao Zhang, Yacong Jing
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A respected Sierra Leonean diplomat hatches a post-retirement plan to tour the world singing songs composed by his famous uncle, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. While temporarily helping out at Fourah Bay College in Freetown, the civil war that’s been ravaging the country finally reaches his campus. Taking shelter, George Coleridge-Taylor reflects on his and his country’s stories, and imagines himself in concert, while wondering if he dares risk trying to save the female student captured by the fearsome rebels. Beautiful music underlies the sometimes-harrowing history of an African country and the horrors of war. Includes post-performance Q&A.Written and performed by | Tayo AlukoDirected by | Mojisola KareemDesigned by | Phil NewmanSound by | Liam McDermottwww.tayoalukoandfriends.comfacebook.com/tayoalukoandfriends
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What goes on behind the theatre curtain? Who’s that scampering about backstage? And why have they added Febreze to the dry-ice machine? When Lily bottles her acting audition for the school musical, she reluctantly finds herself backstage, working with an eccentric group of characters who have made the world behind the curtain their home. Can she find her place, prove her worth and discover her voice? All the while avoiding the wrath of the show’s leading lady and the pointy edges of the backstage furniture. A new musical comedy that celebrates tales of teamwork, friendship and courage.Written by | Alex Clissold-JonesMusic written, performed and composed by | William MorrisDirected by | Charlie Ponder and Will DicksonProduced by | Charlie Ponder
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The neighbour heard the screams from next door. The body was found floating in Chiswick River. At 16 and 20 years old, Orestes and Electra never thought they would be interrogated as suspects in their father's murder. Blood of my Father is a dark, twisted, spiralling sequence of police interrogations. Who is lying under oath? Will the pressure push them to breaking point? This is Electra, reimagined for 2024, written and performed by young actors from the Wellington Theatre Collective.CastOrestes Alexi | Ralph MacFadyenElectra Alexi | Darcey HoganOfficer Pallas | Tejus ThorpeClytemnestra Alexi | Izzy HarvieAegthius | Felix Zamoyski FreitagDemetra Pathos | Izzy MartinEllios Pathos | Barney VenablesYoung Orestes | Rufus PennockYoung Agamemnon | JJ McAllisterDirected by | Ashleigh WalterProduced by | Nick HuntingtonTechnical and Set Design | Nick Oliver-DuncanTechnical Operation | Leo Wilkinfacebook.com/DramaWellyinstagram.com/welly_drama/
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1920. Thebes is under attack. The mysterious imposter, claiming to be a god under the name Dionysa, seeks to stir the people into a frenzy of primal elation. As the women are lured into the mountains to join the revels, the young Pentheus, Prince of Thebes, wants order in the city. But he also wants to dress up in women's clothes. This is The Bacchae by Euripides, reimagined. A theatrical game of manipulation, revenge and self-discovery, performed and written by a group of young actors from the Wellington Theatre Collective.CastDionysa | Cressida Massey-CookPentheus | Sam GearingAgave | Bella CookAutonoe | Sophie LaithwaiteTeiresias | Jack PattersonIno,Gregorian | Leo MillsMaenads | Izzy Moore, Barney Venables, Jemima AtkinsYoung Pentheus | Rufus PennockDirected by | Sophie Laithwaite and Claire AndersonCostumes Design | Jennie DouglasProduced by | Nick HuntingtonTechnical and Set Design | Nick Oliver-DuncanTechnical Operation | Leo Wilkinfacebook.com/DramaWellyinstagram.com/welly_drama/
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London, 1888. A bold young woman reporter desperate to make a name for herself tracks a string of gruesome murders. When she finds herself face to face with the killer, they begin a deadly game of cat and mouse… An innovative re-telling of the horrifying true crime media sensation that made Jack the Ripper a household name. How far would you go for the story of the century? Wickedly playful and deliciously terrifying.‘Fresh and exciting’ (TheReviewsHub.com).Written by | Jacob Marx RiceDirected by | Victoria HadelFight Direction by | Jake MasefieldProduced by | Griffin JenkinsProduction Management by | Florentina SucilaSpecial Thanks | Prudencia Productions, Megan Henson, MovieShaker LTDinstagram.com/out.of.office.theatre/tiktok.com/@outofofficetheatre
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This new sonata by Chloé Charody, composed for the unique acrobatic skillset of violinist Sonja Schebeck, and performed in a groundbreaking interdisciplinary duet with acrobat Josh Frazer, tells a poignant narrative through dynamic partner acrobatics, duo-unicycle and cyr-wheel. Limbo is set at Melbourne Park Hotel, 2021, when refugees were being detained indefinitely by the Australian government, some having been incarcerated for nine years. Embracing circus and classical music in one captivating world, Limbo rollercoasts through anger, frustration, fantasy and escape, exploding with one of the greatest weapons against oppression – hope.Performed by | Sonja Schebeck, Josh FrazerCreated by | Chloé Charody, Sonja Schebeck and Josh FrazerComposed by | Chloé Charodywww.chloecharody.com/limbofacebook.com/ComposerChloeCharodyinstagram.com/chloecharodycreations/
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Consuelo runs Masa Madre, a family bakery she inherited from her grandmother. In former times, the bakery was the epicentre of social life. Today, it faces a serious threat. Increased tourism, spurred by Jarona's recent designation as 'one of the most beautiful towns in Spain' has led to the proliferation of large chain stores, endangering Consuelo's legacy, and her way of life. The next few days could change the fate of the bakery forever… This non-verbal play for all the family, performed with masks, is the second show at the Fringe from Madrid-based Neko Theatre.Performed by | Miriam Lorenzo, Maria Prendes, Sandra BravoDirected by | Maria Prendes, Sandra Bravo, Miriam LorenzoWritten by | Miriam Lorenzo, Maria Prendes, Sandra BravoMusic and Sound design by | Jo Durango and Ross GrantLighting Designed by | Virginia LomasTechnician | Alvaro PalomoPhotos | Roberto Ivan Canowww.nekoteatro.comfacebook.com/nekoteatroinstagram.com/nekoteatro/
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Think you know your Shakespeare? Think again! This is Shakespeare as you’ve never seen him before – ‘trippingly on the tongue’… Migrant actors take on the Bard, reinterpreting his words in alien environments you will never have imagined before. They give his iconic characters a new life, migrating them into the roles assigned to outsiders by society. Hamlet is a meat-packer, King Lear a construction worker, Caliban a hotel cleaner, Lady Macbeth a housewife looking after children, and Shylock washes the dishes in a restaurant. This is no one Bard: Shakespeare belongs both to no-one and to everyone.
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Enter the intimate world of a boudoir where there is room for joy, pain, grief, tears, laughter and of course desire. Join drag queen Zoe Promiscuous as she takes you on a journey through her trials and tribulations with men, stories of her love life and tales of sex all told through the art of lip synching, live vocals, comedy and poetry. Gracefully complemented with burlesque from Zoe's partner in crime Bobbie Derrière, this salacious play will delight and dazzle audiences. It's time to open your mind and your heart as you step into The Boudoir.Zoe Promiscuous | Zane BrightwellBobbie Derrière | Alice Ballardinstagram.com/zoepromiscuous/
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Who are the five most beautiful women in the world? By applying the symmetry of the golden ratio to a female face, some researchers from the Public University of Bingo establish a universal standard of feminine beauty and thereby a quality control. This incredible discovery gave born to More Than Nude, the first striptease of faces ever. This French-English bilingual live art performance plays with translation, disruption of the present, creature costumes and absurdity, to collectively and scientifically answer the question: who is beautiful, who is not? What conclusions can we draw?Written, Created and Performed by | Clotilde SalmonCreated and performed by | Camille Fugerhttps://clotildesalmon.fr/facebook.com/Famapoilinstagram.com/groupe_performatif_famapoil_
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‘All of a sudden, a loud noise occurred… And a ringing… Our house was hit by a rocket launcher. That was the last moment I saw my father, us looking at each other from afar.’ Uprooted tells the story of the devastating effects of war and the bonds within a family. Ibrahim and his family flee war-torn Syria, escaping to Lebanon and then to Egypt, before eventually settling in Turkey. Despite extreme hardship, loss and longing, this is piece is about about hope and resilience, adaptation, and the will to live and go on.Castİbrahim ArıcıBasma SeibaDirected and performed by | Ali BalEdited by | Bernadette McBrideMusic by | Baran BalPoster design by | Arslantürk ÇiftçiTranslated by | Ece Karaağaçlıfacebook.com/alibal1instagram.com/alibballl
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At the Church of Ratology, we worship rats. Through comedy, performance art, and audience participation, we satirise religious ritual in a glorious festival of rats and trash. Our version of confession is the holy game of Sin Bingo. Our rosary, a cheese-eating competition. Our holy water, vile fluids. Over the course of an hour, we teach the audience to behave like rats – in the process, we hope to tear down the social barriers we all put up as humans. The goal is always to create a feeling of community, however absurd the means.Created and Performed by | Perry Letourneau and Joseph Bryanthttps://www.ratmass.church/instagram.com/ratmasschi/https://tiktok.com/@ratmasschi
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This new play by Michael Bryceson focuses on the relationship between a dying father and his son, Charlie. When Dad gets a terminal diagnosis, it forces him to look at what is important in life. We see this played out through the lens of letters Dad writes to Charlie to guide him through life’s key moments, since he will no longer be there. Exploring love, loss, life and everything in between, we follow Dad, Charlie, Mum and Sam through the turmoil and happiness of growing up.CastDad | Paddy StockwellCharlie | Angus GordonMum | Shona WilbySam | Emily ButterfieldWritten and Directed by | Michael BrycesonProduced by | Yagmur BayerExecutive Produced by | Thea Roycefacebook.com/collision.theatre.uominstagram.com/collision_theatre/tiktok.com/@collision_theatre
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An unsure artist, incongruent in high-class society, and a young bride, delivered to a new city, are thrown together to create something beautiful for the people that control them. What they end up producing is a delicate all-consuming relationship that will prove to be the most important of their lives. Inspired by the friendship between famed Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli and his model and muse Simonetta Vespucci. Their story is told through vignettes of the brief time they spend together in the artist’s studio before the deadly poison of the outside seeps in through cracks in the door.Created, Written and Directed by I Abby GreenhalghCreative Consultant I Julia KennerlyExecutive Produced by I Alannah O’HareProduced by I Jasmine StarbuckThanks to I Durham University Classical Theatre Company, Durham University Performing Arts, Suffragette Theatre Companyinstagram.com/suffragettetheatrecompany/facebook.com/La Bella
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In their daring debut at the Edinburgh Fringe, Glossy Pain take the audience to bed. How can we be vulnerable with each other, when the world around us demands us to be hard? Creating a space of intimacy, this is a provocative exploration of sexual desires and the lies that shape them. Teasing and tormenting both herself and the audience, Riah Knight questions the authenticity of performance, seeking answers from religious and mythical figures with humour and introspection. Featuring original music, this English-language solo promises to ignite discussion. Come lie with us!Written and Performed by | Riah KnightWritten by | Katharina Stoll, Angelika SchmidtComposed by | Riah KnightDirected by | Katharina StollDramaturgy | Angelika SchmidtCostume by | Wicke NaujoksProduction by | Jack Willenbacherfacebook.com/glossypaininstagram.com/glossy_pain/
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Set in a future where AI has gradually replaced human beings in the field of art, Picasso 2033 reflects on the future of art through the story of AI-drawing-trainer “Mr Satisfaction”. Returning to the house where he once lived with his mother, his memories are awakened by seeing her unfinished painting, created in her later years, when she was suffering from Alzheimer’s. His exploration of the protagonist in the painting leads to a deep reflection on the nature of art and AI, and on where the identity and creativity of human beings is headed.Written and Directed by | Keyuan ZhangComposition | Zixuan SuMedia design | Huimo ZhangProduced by | Yahan Xue ,Liyun Wuchu
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Sammy and Clyde are on their first date. It’s cute. It’s awkward. It’s bad jokes and forced laughter. Sweaty hands and wondering who gets the next round. It’s 'I really want to kiss her' and 'I hope he doesn’t try to kiss me'. It’s excruciating, but that’s a first date, right? As Sammy and Clyde get to know each other again, and again, their reality slowly falls to pieces. Missed jokes become hilarious one-liners. Awkward silences become witty repartee. The customers become an audience. Everyone starts watching – and Sammy and Clyde? They become disposable.CastClyde | Benjamin OliveiraSammy | Evie MeadowsThe Producer | Joshua HoganWritten by | Lola AnnesleyDirected by | Olive Bown, Ivo Beatty and Alice AllenProduced by | Benjamin OliveiraThanks | Barnaby Rothschildinstagram.com/drop.dead.theatre/
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A bold stylised new production of Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece. The classic dark tale of Dracula’s sinister seduction and descent awakens fear and fascination in this thrilling drama, that combines daring ensemble movement and an original score. This visceral atmospheric horror is brought to Edinburgh by KCS Theatre Co, who have established themselves as a Fringe favourite, celebrated for their fearless theatrical storytelling and sparkling talent.'this adaptation is one of the best' Brian Merriman, No More Workhorse, on Dorian'A mini masterpiece!' ***** The Real Chrisparkle, on DorianThe Company | Caitlin Costello, Milo Darley, Grace Davidson, Lev Dormidontov, Noah Gupta-Wright, Saahan Kapoor, Barney Lewis, Laura Lovell, Izzy Sermon, Alex Silverwood-Cope, Nicholas Steinmeyer, Benjamin Stockil, Jack Thomas, Tait Walsingham, Isabella WhiteComposition by | Tom Constantinou-Hickman and Rejects CollectiveDirected by | Davina BarronMovement Directors | Harriet Feeny and Francois LeComteProduction Designer | Jo HowcroftCostume Designer and Stage Manager | Bea CramerLighting Design | Kit ChowSound Design | Tom Constantinou-Hickman and Angus HawkingsPublicity Design | Brent RothProduction Administrator | Phene JonesTrip Supervisors | Tirzah Barwick-Ward and James DawsonThanks | Dr Anne Cotton & King's College School Wimbledon for their incredible support.facebook.com/KCSTheatreCoinstagram.com/kcstheatreco/
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This immersive family drama, about an older relative’s act of aggression towards a biracial child, actively investigates white privilege, judgement, identity and bias. I Am, Other invites the audience, through interactive engagement, to explore why it is not okay to be different. Spectators become participants in shaping the lens through which they see the world. At the beginning they are presented with a scenario and a point of view, then guided through gamified scenes, and asked to reflect on the event's repercussions. After a replay of the initial scenario, has their viewpoint changed? Q&A after performance.Created by | Adipat Virdi
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This choreographic solo immerses us in the quirky and poetic universe of a character who plays with his identity, transforming it to align with his wishes, fears, and dreams. Through the journey into the various aspects of identity transformation, Negare challenges the audience’s preconceptions, provokes thought about the impact of others’ perceptions, and delves deeply into the dynamics of denial and self-acceptance. It’s a thought-provoking work that encourages contemplation about the essence of individual and shared identity, showcased through the absurdity and authenticity of this character.Performed by | Alexandre LipauxCreated and Choreographed by | Giovanni ZazzeraLighting Design by | Jef MettenMask creation by | Delphine BardotProduced by | Z Art ASBLProduction Manager | Léa WiplierTour manager | Baptiste HilbertThanks | Ministère de la culture du Luxembourg (LU), Art Council KulturLX (LU), TROIS C-L / Maison pour la danse (LU), Koplabunz asbl (LU), Fondation Indépendance BIL (LU), Jojo-Oulu Dance Center (FIN), Batiment IV (LU).www.zartdance.com/news-and-projects/facebook.com/zartdanceinstagram.com/zartdance/
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A collage style devised work exploring the (potential) collapse of the Anthropocene, this personal meditation on the climate crisis explores the beauty and inevitability of impermanence. Born from the debris of late-stage capitalism, Things We Will Miss features performers in disparate roles, including an amateur astronomer, a park ranger, mythological prophet Cassandra, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, and ultimately, themselves. Driven by image, light, and sound rather than linear narrative, it viscerally explores the grief and beauty, the horror and hope inherent in being alive in this very moment.Directed by | Emily K. HarrisonCreative team | Savanna Arellano, Jess Buttery, Juliet Davidson, Leslie De La Rosa, Rosie Glasscock, Del Gonzales, Emily K. Harrison, Nathaniel Klein, and Emma Miller, Mer Moraleswww.squareproducttheatre.orgfacebook.com/sqproductinstagram.com/sqproduct/
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The female snake spirit Bai Suzhen longs to be human. Her wish is granted, and she falls in love with a young man, Xu Xian. However their marriage and life together is not without challenges. A thousand-year-old story about the power of love in the face of adversity, performed with live music, and the colourful costumes, exotic make-up and subtle movements of traditional Kunqu opera, an ancient art form rarely performed in the west. Northern Kunqu Opera Theatre strives to share Kunqu Opera with world. Sung in Chinese, with English surtitles.Performed by | Northern Kunqu Opera Theatre with Asian Arts Global
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Two killers. One system. What happens when a prison executioner traumatised by the nature of his job has a chance encounter with a sadistic serial killer? Combining dark comedy and absurdist theatre, Hangman challenges the moral compass of the audience and explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the human psyche. Should the death penalty be abolished? Should executing people ever be considered an occupation? As the play delves deep into the psyche of two killers myriad philosophical questions will leave audiences on the edge of their seats, craving for more, and contemplating long after the curtains close.Directed and Produced by | Pooja Punniyamoorthyavanttheatre.comfacebook.com/avanttheatreinstagram.com/avanttheatreandlanguage/
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The infamous words added by King Edward VI to his last will and testament ‘/ and her’ unexpectedly thrust the 15-year-old Jane Grey onto the throne of England for a mere 9 days. Yet, amidst the annals of history, her cousin of equal age, Jane Lumley, remains largely obscure. However, Lumley is the authoress of the earliest known English translation of Iphigenia at Aulis, a play about the martyrdom of a young girl to her state. Join us as we delve into the power of language to redefine destinies in the midst of England's turbulent religious revolution.Written and Directed by | Jennifer GroberProduction Manager | Anne Whitakerinstagram.com/_andher.play/
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After sell-out runs in London, New York and LA, Richard Shelton’s masterful, critically acclaimed, multi award-winning show returns to reveal the man behind the myth. Described as world’s best interpreter of Sinatra. ‘Phenomenal’ (BBC.co.uk). ‘A must-see’ (Times).Written and performed by | Richard SheltonPresented by | Andy Jordan Productionswww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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Late at night at the corner store, your card got declined again. The fluorescent lights are blinking on and off. When you go for the door, it has disappeared. What happens when strangers are forced to connect? What if some of them are supposed to have passed on, but got stuck? A searingly honest commentary on the absurdity of existence, how we judge the strangers around us, and how much we need each other. An original devised show, incorporating principles of repetition and movement.CastTheodora ContinCaroline KarlsenMagdalena WeitgasserChia-Yi ChanIsabel HeesJillian PattersonDany Van BrabantCo directed by | Nicole PalombaThanksEast 15, Nicole Palomba, Robin Sneller, Marcin Rudy, Dr. Christina Kapadocha, Juliet Chambers-Coe, Giaele Mattioliinstagram.com/howdeadami/
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How We Sound. Who We Are. What We Have to Say. This journey, inspired by the myth of Ulysses: suspended between heaven and hell, sentenced here to the Tower of Babel. Different accents and languages – what a feast for the ear and mind! And in Britain, they carry extra baggage: Class! So how can a foreigner resist the temptation to have a go? From the “upper-class twit” to the quintessentially English head-tilt, a bit of socially acceptable (and only vaguely Marxist) swearing and fun will be had by all! Come get lost in translation!Created and Performed by | Vivian Allvinwww.vivianallvin.com/ulysses-in-babel
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Hear the incredible real-life stories of Marvin, and others who have faced challenges and turned their lives around. Find out why a near-death experience led him to turn his back on his criminal past, and what motivated him to become the reformed person he is today. Now working as a crime-prevention activist, his motivational talks aim to reduce re-offending by inspiring youth and changing lives. With guest interviewees whose lives have involved challenge, change, change and transformation. Followed by a no-holds-barred Q&A.Hosted by | Marvin Herbertwww.themarvinherbert.comfacebook.com/MrMarvinHerbertNew/ tiktok.com/@mrmarvinherbert
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A musical storytelling experience that tells the larger than life story of a dog who lived a very long time. Audience members are invited to a event similar to a real funeral, but get to watch and participate in the telling of this dog and his owner's life: nearly escaping trains, weathering storms, falling in love… Hear the miraculous account of a good dog, told through storytelling and song, and confront what it means to truly live. Funeral for a Dog is show that is a little haunting, containing a lot of humour, coated in hope.CastBridgette KinsellaRyan GerberdingGideon KlapowWritten and Performed | Emma HarlowWritten and Directed by | Ciera Miller
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Unveiling a world-first live show of its kind! Prepare to be mesmerised by a captivating journey from the roots of traditional flamenco, through progressive flamenco to the cutting-edge realms of modern flamenco and electronica. Join acclaimed flamenco guitarist Mike Rizk as he artfully weaves together a tapestry of sound, using samples, synthesisers, loopers, drum machines, percussion, and the soul-stirring techniques of flamenco guitar. Featuring a dynamic ensemble of musicians, dancers and vocals this show is a must-see for those who relish the art of blending tradition with innovation. Revel in the intricate rhythms and transformative energy that define Flamenco-Electro!Performed by | MIke Rizk, Peter Micos, Michael HewettThis production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.www.mikerizk.com/https://www.instagram.com/mikerizk_mrstudion
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September 11, 1973. A US-backed coup led by General Augusto Pinochet will oust Chile’s democratically-elected president. Allende died by suicide in the palace that day. The play focuses on the final hours of Salvador Allende’s life. Pinochet is hell-bent on ousting Allende and eliminating his supporters. The chips are down and there is no time to spare. As Allende anxiously considers his options, he’s challenged by a mysterious man to play the final chess game of his life. A compelling, relentless and daring play, freely based on facts.CastPresident Salvador Allende | Dan Owen Agent D | Richard Tanenbaum Written by | Luigi LaraiaDirected by | Pablo AndradeAssistant Director | Gemma IbarraMusic composed by | Mike GohakiProducer | Margaret JohnsonProduced by | LakeArts Foundationwww.lakeartsfoundation.org/
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Returning to the Edinburgh Fringe as the 75th anniversary of ECHR approaches, this widely-acclaimed performance with a backdrop of archive film explores the birth of modern human rights after World War II through the eyes of Nuremberg prosecutor and ECHR champion, David Maxwell Fyfe. His words intertwine with Sue Casson’s original and ethereal musical settings of the poets who inspired him on his journey along his mythical stream of natural law from Nuremberg to Strasbourg.One of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard… Sublime. A secular hymn for humanity’ (MusicalTalk.com).‘A very necessary story…. Brilliantly performed’ (Derek Awards).Conceived and directed by | Tom BlackmoreMusical settings by | Sue CassonCastDavid Maxwell Fyfe | Robert BlackmoreSylvia Maxwell Fyfe | Lily CassonNarrator | Sue CassonSung by Lily and Sue CassonViolin | Mary YoungCello | Fraser BowlesPiano | Sue CassonProjectionsStills | Lily Casson BlackmoreVideo | Robert BlackmoreEdited by Robert and Tom Blackmorewww.englishcabaret.co.ukwww.facebook.com/EnglishCabaretwww.instagram.com/officialthint/
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After global sell-outs in London, New York, Los Angeles, the show returns! Sinatra and Shelton’s lives are linked by incredible music and synchronicity. Proclaimed the world’s leading dramatic interpreter of Frank Sinatra’s music. ‘Dazzlingly entertaining’ (WestEndWilma.com).Written and performed by | Richard SheltonPresented by | Andy Jordan Productionswww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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The year is 1895. Bridget’s husband, Michael, is claiming that she’s been replaced by a changeling, silently swapped in the middle of the night. Are his attempts to cure her, force-feeding her herbal concoctions until the supposed magic is gone with the help of other male relatives, rooted in faery-lore or an exercise in marital control? When Michael drenches Bridget in gasoline and sets her alight something dark within the men of the village is awoken. Set against a backdrop of folklore, religion and rural Ireland, The Burning plaits together the institution of marriage, misogyny and burning desire.Peformed by | MCS DramaWritten and Directed by | Lauren CarterProduced by | Leah O'Grady
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Hamburg, 1943. At the height of the allied bombing, teenagers living under Nazi rule defy the regime by dancing to banned jazz music in a secret underground bunker. When dangerous political pamphlets start to circulate, these Swing Kids need to decide just what it means to be free, and whether they should stand up to the Nazis more actively. Swing Heil was the phrase used by real White Rose activists in resistance to the Nazi regime.‘Inevitably invites comparison with Cabaret. Remarkably the show holds up very well against so mighty a prototype’ (Oxford Times).Peformed by | MCS DramaWritten and Directed by | Alex ThomasProduced by | Leah O'Grady
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Serge has bought a painting. Five foot by four. White. And if you look closely you can see some thin white diagonal lines. Serge thinks it's brilliant. Marc disagrees. Yvan isn’t sure. French author Yasmina Reza's enduring psychological deep-dive is given a concise new rendering in a minimalist setting, shining a spotlight onto the fickle foundations of friendship, marriage, and self-perception, and what it takes to be truly representative of the current time. From Oxford University's Clarendon Productions:‘Impeccable and immersive’ (Cherwell.org).‘Excellent… amazing… shining’ (WildRoseAndPearls.com).Performed and Produced by | Susie WeidmannProduced by | Lucas Angeliinstagram.com/clarendonproductions/
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This immersive, up-close dance experience delves into the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, self-discovery, and healing from maternal trauma. Featuring stunning original knitted installations and costumes that may be touched the show is performed by an all-female dance ensemble with dual leads. Weaving Me, Weaving Mum combines knitting and dance to explore the intricacies of female identity through the lens of real-life experiences of East Asian women seeking a path to self-discovery and reconciliation. Join us on an intimate journey of introspection and transformation.Cast | Jiarong Yu, Yuqiu WangDirected and Written by | Yuqiu WangChoreographed and Produced by | Jiarong YuSet and Costume Design by | Yuqiu WangThanks | Zuqi Dong, The Great Herneverlandspacetheatre.cargo.siteinstagram.com/neverlandspacetheater/tiktok.com/@weavingmeweavingmum
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How many lies have you told today? The average person lies twice a day – but then, they could be… This is an age of mendacity, where politicians lie, and the media spins half-truths. But Bear Pit Theatre are getting more personal. Because deceit is at the heart of humanity. These are the verbatim accounts of lies that have broken hearts and saved lives, told through physical theatre and puppetry in a glorious carnival of everyday strangeness. 'Hidden Gem’ (FringeReview.co.uk, on How To Be Lost)'.‘Hopeful and uplifting’ *****(EdinburghGuide.com, on Tales of Xenia).The Company | Issy Alexander,Emily Ash, Ivo Burton-Franklin, Lucy Cornwell, Silas De Groose, Izzy Hetherington, Jasper Kyriakoudis, Eddie Luchmun, Lola Milner, Lottie Redfearn, Bella Todd, Isadora Vargas Mafort Marco Vasylechko, Gabriel Ward, Zachary ZearfossDirected by | Jeremy PiperLighting Design | Aleanbh DaveySound Design | Anna GjetnesDesign and Stage Management | Zainab Woodinstagram.com/alleynsdrama/
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Remember the Kids from Fame? It’s time to meet the Kids with Nae Hame. Experience what it's like to grow up in care in the 1980s. Witness first-hand how they leave care, and adjust to independent living. Moving to present times, the show addresses the effects the care system has had on those who grow up it – and what is can be done to assist the care-experienced community. Created by care-experienced people, with songs from the hit TV series to enjoy. The songs represent a lifeline that help these kids cope with their ever-changing environment.Created by | Geraldine Smithinstagram.com/kidswithnaehame/
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Come merry folk from yonder to craft an original tale with the aid of your Story Master and a sprinkle of imagination. Fill in a character sheet, then watch your creations spring to life as they embark on an epic quest (or go way off track!). Will they fight a dragon? Save a village of pixies? Or get stuck in a dungeon and eat each others' shoes? Anything can happen! Your characters, your locations: their very fate is in your hands. An interactive, unscripted fantasy fun-filled show for all.Cast | Barney Thomas, Geoff Beard, Rhys Hinds, Thomas McGrath, Shannon Greaves, Nicky Hindmarch, Ashley Routh, Tom TurnerArtistic Director and Story Master | Terry Silverfacebook.com/sidequesttroupeinstagram.com/sidequestshow/
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A journey through the golden age of musical theatre. Featuring songs from Mary Poppins, Oliver! The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma!, Carousel, Singin’ in the Rain, Guys and Dolls, On the Town!, The King and I, Sweet Charity, West Side Story, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang… and many more! With songs from over thirty golden age Broadway and West End classics, this show offers something for everyone, whatever your musical theatre taste! Following a successful London debut, this incredible musical adventure comes to the Fringe, featuring performers from the West End and national tours.Created and Produced by | Chris Dilley and Sarah PrydePerformed by | Chris Dilley, Sarah Pryde, Rachael Bailey-Bird, Alex HancockLighting and Sound | Charlie GoochProduction Assistant | Niamh Churchwww.performintpro.co.ukfacebook.com/PerformersIProductionsinstagram.com/piproductions2018/
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Genius? Madman? Saint? As the 100th anniversary of the death of internationally renowned visionary architect Antoni Gaudí approaches, alongside the anticipated completion of his most famous work, Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia, AGAP Theatre returns to the Fringe with this vibrant new multimedia drama that tells his story, exploding with colour and creativity, encouraging us to make the most of every moment. Written and directed by Stephen Callaghan with the production team of their 2023 hit show Oggie! Oggie! Oggie!.'the man who tackles faith-based themes head-on… with sincerity and relatable passion' (BroadwayBaby.com),‘Top class!' (MumbleComedy.net).Cast | Stephen Callaghan, Russell Wheeler, Jacqueline GlencorseWritten and Directed by | Stephen CallaghanTechnical Director | Zachary O'NeillStage Manager | Niamh O'Donnellfacebook.com/agapglasgowinstagram.com/agapglasgow
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A rollercoaster ride through modern and post-modern musicals, rock opera, epics, jukebox theatre and the latest hit shows. Featuring songs from Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, Les Miserables, Phantom, Miss Saigon, Lion King, Rent, Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You, Six, Hamilton… and many more! With songs from over thirty Broadway and West End blockbusters, this show offers something for everyone, whatever your musical theatre taste! Following a successful London debut, this incredible musical adventure comes to the Fringe, featuring performers from the West End and national tours.Created and Produced by | Chris Dilley and Sarah PrydePerformed by | Chris Dilley, Sarah Pryde, Rachael Bailey-Bird, Alex HancockLighting and Sound | Charlie GoochProduction Assistant | Niamh Churchwww.performintpro.co.ukfacebook.com/PerformersIProductionsinstagram.com/piproductions2018/
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This original one-act comedy by Joel Smith reflects Samuel Beckett's work and themes. It centres on a single Beckett-type character, dealing with his life in the present, within his mother’s womb, and the one he is preparing to face in the vast world beyond. Apart from his struggles with the idea of his existence, he is forced to confront the overbearing presence of his mother and the constant clamour of the outside world, of which he is soon to be part of. Written and performed in the playful rhythm and style that is synonymous with Beckett's plays.Performed by | Paddy McEneaneyWritten by | Joel SmithDirected by | John CartySet and Costume Design by | Eniko HegyiLighting Design by | Michael CumminsSound Design by | Joe HuntMedia Design by | Talie MauProduced by | Paddy McEneaneyAssociate Producer | Brendan MurrayStage Manager and Technician | Jonas DellowThanks | The Board of Exit Does Theatre, The Staff of the Glens Centre, The Staff of ‘The Rainbow Ballroom’, Dylan McGloin, Ellie McGowan and Jay Ryanfacebook.com/exitdoestheatreinstagram.com/exitdoestheatre/
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A phantasmagorical imagining of our possible future, confronting the big problems facing the world in which we live: war, hunger, artificial intelligence. With a collection of technical effects, a solo live musician creates his own original wall of sound. Drawing inspiration from artists like Orbital and the Chemical Brothers, this uplifting experience has a serious message. A tribute to the poorest on the planet, to the children who suffer in conflict and to the flora and fauna of our ecosystem. In aid of the International Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. Free DVD.Created and Performed by | Henry DavisThis production is Pay What You Want. You can the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. You will be able to give donations to the production in lieu of ticket sales after the after the performance.youtube.com/@solotronik1 Watch Trailer
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This raw and powerful exploration of a hard-hitting break-up will pull at your heartstrings and might even make you smile. Written and performed by singer/songwriter Tamara Williamson, with original alternative music and film, The Break-Up Diet defies traditional musical conventions to tell a gripping tale of infidelity, breakup, denial, and recovery. Tamara takes audiences on a captivating journey, with evocative storytelling and a range of emotions, that stays with them long after the show ends to offer a unique and unforgettable experience. An award-winning, powerful production from Canada.Created and Written by | Tamara WilliamsonBandLead | Tamara WilliamsonVoice,Guitar,Sax by | Sarah FazackerleyBass by | Chris WallerDrums, programs by | Stephen PitkinProduction team | Tamara Williamson, Heather Cook ScalaThanksAll the people who donated and came to watch the showRichard for creating the filmwww.breakupdiet.cafacebook.com/tamarawilliamson1000intagram.com/tamarawilliamson1000/tiktok.com/@breakupdiet Watch Trailer
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A phantasmagorical imagining of our possible future, confronting the big problems facing the world in which we live: war, hunger, artificial intelligence. With a collection of technical effects, a solo live musician creates his own original wall of sound. Drawing inspiration from artists like Orbital and the Chemical Brothers, this uplifting experience has a serious message. A tribute to the poorest on the planet, to the children who suffer in conflict and to the flora and fauna of our ecosystem. In aid of the International Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. Free DVD.Created and Performed by | Henry Davisyoutube.com/@solotronik1 Watch Trailer
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A unique physical dance show produced to carry your imagination across the cultures of Zimbabwe and Africa through music and dance. Fast-paced African Warrior dances, traditional ceremonial dances, gumboot dance and African contemporary jives are closely accompanied by the sweet melodies of African voices. The Drum (Ingungu) plays a great role in delivering a heart-stopping display of well-choreographed dance moves while instruments like Amarimba (Xylophone), Hosho and Mbira bring everything together. Finally, African costumes brighten a production which proves that art from Zimbabwe is indeed a Jewel of Africa.Created and Peformed by | Ezimnyama Dance EnsembleDirected by | Phibion NcubeTour Manager | Thulani Javas SibandaManagement Company | Exclusive Managementwww.exclusiveperformers.com/uk-tour-2024facebook.com/EzimnyamaDanceZimbabweyoutube.com/watch?v=pRsyfzQspkQ
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Playwright Winsome Pinnock gives a compelling voice to the enslaved woman who was the the first person to be accused of witchcraft during the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Relegated to the sidelines of history in Arthur Miller’s Crucible, Tituba is resurrected with complexity and humanity. A stranger and perhaps truer story of the events that led to her confessions and the havoc they caused. Contextualising cultural norms of the time and asking difficult questions, Tituba invites her audience to confront the horrors of the past with humour and compassion.Performed by | Faith Martin AbongoWritten by | Winsome PinnockDirected and Produced by | Faith Martin AbongoSet and Costume and Sound Design by | Faith Martin AbongoWe regret to announce that this production of Tituba has been cancelled for reasons beyond the control of PolyXo.PolyXo will instead perform The Elephant in the Room, at the dates and times that Tituba was to be performed. To book for The Elephant in the Room please see res.cthearts.com/event/34:4786
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Hand-picked shows from our digital performance programme and highlights from our critically-acclaimed short film programme. Pop in for a quirky short, linger longer for a moving moment. Features curated work from the UK, Europe, Americas, Asia, and worldwide. The destination for discerning audiences.Winner, LiveWire Innovation and Excellence Award for Digital Arts Programme of the Year.‘Both weird and wondrous’ (ThreeWeeks).‘Exceptional films’ (BroadwayBaby.com).‘Delightful… perfect’ (TheWeeReview.com).A much-needed pocket of escapism’ (ThreeWeeks).‘Spectacular’(Scotsman).Programme runs continuously. Screenings vary in length (typically 30 minutes to an hour).See www.CtheFestival.com/digital for listings and timings.This event is free (non-ticketed). You do not need to book in advance – just turn up. Please note that admission is subject to capacity restrictions.
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The Bardic Breakfasters are back for our 33rd Fringe, with a brand-new show, breakfast included! The Tempest meets 10 Things I Hate About You and High School Musical in a teen rom-com-romp. A pleasing plethora of pentameter, puns and pastry. Sensational Shakespearience, perfect for hardened fans and blank verse virgins alike.‘A bouncy and boisterous take on Willie’s work’ (List)‘Well worth getting out of bed for’ (Independent)‘No holds Bard‘ (FringeGuru.com)‘Irreverent humour… clever’ (Stage)‘Side-splitting… glorious’ (BroadwayBaby.com)‘Full of fun’ (RemoteGoat.com)‘Sizzling’ (Scottish Daily Express)Free coffee and croissants! Fringe favourite since 1992. Book early.www.ctheatre.comfacebook.com/ctheatreedinburghinstagram.com/c_theatre/
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A bilingual children’s musical in English and Spanish, Baby Rock is the story of Anastasia, a young girl who explores the world and learns how to make a new friend regardless of language barriers and differences. This is Baby Rock's Edinburgh Fringe debut following a sell out run in New York, incorporating catchy rock music and interactive elements to transport the audience into Anastasia’s world. Celebrating the joys of diversity, language, music and love, this show will continue to spread these messages to young audiences around the world! Te va a encantar!CastAnastasia | Liv LicursiCatalina | Ana Karina CanoWritten by | Carlos De MatteisTranslated, Directed and Produced by | Taylor BazosProduced by | Ana Karina CanoStage Manager | Valeryann Bouffordwww.facebook.com/babyrockthemusicalinstagram.com/babyrockthemusical/youtube.com/watch?v=UIHpLVR2eA0&authuser=0
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This dance-on-film follows the epic journey of Odyssea, a curious sea traveller, as she encounters flora and fauna in fantastical realms. New York-based Quicksilver Dance perform with only their hands, painted to become vibrant characters. Across biomorphic landscapes of sculptures and fabric and set to original music, Odyssea offers a feminist take on the concept of an odyssey: she makes her way by helping fellow travellers, building relationships and trading, rather than through the mythologically typical (male) approaches of strength, trickery or intrigue. This playful and poignant tale of encountering difference promises to make the familiar feel excitingly unfamiliar again.‘Odyssea is clever, vibrant, and poignant storytelling captured at its very best’ (LouReviews.blog)‘Fabric makes a landscape, a seascape, to host boats made from driftwood and other coastal pieces. It all appears so simple but it's obvious deep thought has gone into every choice. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts’ (WellingtonReviews.co.nz)Created, Choreographed and Performed by | Mariah SteeleVideography and Editing by | Hans RinderknechtOriginal Musical Score by | Yoshiko Arahata3-D Mixed Media Artwork by | Raphaela McCormackAdditional Performances by | Lia Nelson and Anna Remuswww.quicksilverdance.comfacebook.com/QuicksilverDanceCompany Watch Trailer
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All the way from Korea, and travelling to 48 cities in 10 different countries, Bubble J: The Fantastic Unbelievable Show gives its European premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe. Its aim is to provide fun and excitement to families around the world with magic, soap bubbles, balloons and shadow-play. This non-verbal show with digital interaction is a new kind of storytelling, that will unite adults and children in an experience that is not only unforgettable but also unbelievable!Performed by | Bubble Jbubblej.modoo.atinstagram.com/bubbleshow_j/youtube.com/watch?v=wzId7HcJEwk
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Two servants, Pasta and Pizza, are tasked by their master to introduce and showcase the cultural phenomenon that is Commedia dell’Arte. They are to bring the Masks on display – the old Venetian merchant, Pantalone, the servants Zanni and Arlecchino, the Doctor; the Captains, and more – to life. The show is presented in English and Italian, and through many games, jokes, and puns, it tackles Commedia's central themes: the love of power, the power of love, the hunger and misery of the less fortunate, and the magic that surrounds life and stage.Cast | Luca Comastri, Tania Passarini, Gabriel BirdCreated by | Massimo Machiavelli, Luca ComastriSongs composed by | Umberto CavalliThanks | Ministero della Cultura, Regione Emilia-Romagna, Comune di Bolognafacebook.com/fraternalcompagniainstagram.com/fraternal_compagnia/
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Our circus is one big family. We know that all families are dysfunctional, but our circus is in trouble, and the controlling Ringmaster won’t listen to opposition. Safety measures have been failing, and performers have been falling. The one place where we can talk freely is the break room, and lately conversation is all about the broken spirit of the troupe, and breaking the back of this curse before someone breaks the lunatic Ringmaster’s neck. And getting it done before the safety inspector arrives. Something's gotta give… or else we’ll all have to go!Cast | Jack Lee, Stacey Haber, Madeleine May DevineDirected by | Jack Leewww.shhh.media/#/theatrefacebook.com/TheMusicFirmHQinstagram.com/staceyhaberofficial/
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A dynamic sketch comedy show blending traditional sketches with improv influence, Jukesox offers a refreshing new take on the genre. The show thrives on the chemistry of its cast, who deliver a unique performance each night. Unlike conventional sketches, narratives bleed into one another, with recurring gags and characters enhancing the cohesion – such as Berry the cost-cutting council worker, and Dolfo the insecure home assistant. Drawing inspiration from everyday absurdities, current events, and societal quirks, the material is refined through improv workshops and promises an entertaining exploration of life's absurd intricacies.Performed by | Ilya Wray, Georgie Wedge, Lola Knight, Michal Vojtech, Ariel de la Garza DavidoffWritten and Directed by | Ilya Wray and Ariel de la Garza Davidoffwww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Inspired by the work of Dr Gabor Maté, this is a play for women who do too much and the men who love them. Tilda is a busy working mum, caught in the unsatisfying squeeze between huge responsibilities at the office, the invisible mental and emotional loads at home, and a yearning to remember who she is and what she loves. Add menopause, unspoken social norms that she’s unwittingly internalised, teenage kids, an ageing mother – and there you have it: enough already! If you know anyone with autoimmune disease, this is your play.Performed by | Kathy OwenWritten by | Samantha GrahamOriginal Music Composed and Performed by | Ella Mehlberg with Will Sharp, Ffion AynsleyDirected by | Hannah CalascioneSound and Lights by | Tim FloodProjection Artist | John McGeochwww.vegasnerve.livefacebook.com/vegasnerveband/instagram.com/vegasnerve33/
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Embark on an adventure with Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr Toad. From the tranquility of the riverbank to the perilous depths of the Wild Wood, follow their escapades as they try to keep Toad out of trouble and protect his family home from the nefarious Chief Weasel and his band of miscreants. A heart-warming and humorous adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's children’s classic from fringe regulars C theatre.‘Highly recommended’ (PrimaryTimes.co.uk)‘Hidden gem’ (FringeReview.co.uk)‘Capturing the emotional heart’ **** (List)From the book by | Kenneth GrahameAdapted and Directed by | Kate Stephensonwww.ctheatre.comfacebook.com/ctheatreedinburghinstagram.com/c_theatre/
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'Being President of a footy club is pretty straightforward, right? Sign the best players, sell more beer, and try not to burn it all to the ground!' A loud, obnoxious and darkly humorous dive into the bravado, insecurity and ego of an Aussie Boy's mind, and the intoxicating lust for glory and power they find within the sacred walls of Marydale Tigers Football Club. In a world where it seems any idiot can be president, Dan, Stephen and Tim discover that they might just be the wrong idiots to put in charge.CastJeremy Harland | Dan DaviesShane Palmer | Stephen DoolanNathan Wright | Tim BramwellWritten by | Shane PalmerDirected by | Riley LongworthCo-Produced by | Shane Palmer, Riley Longworth, Nathan Wright, Jeremy Harlandfacebook.com/ShanePalmerActorPhotographerinstagram.com/shane.d.palmer/instagram.com/marydale_tigers_fc/
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A darkly comic one-woman show created by writer-performer and cancer survivor, Valery Reva. At Least I’m Not Bald is her second Fringe show, and centres on the “big C”, the terrifying letter we all dread. Using comedy and black humour, Valery draws on her own lived experiences and other testimonials, to explore the depths of despair and those moments in-between that make life worth living, no matter what. A journey towards healing and self-betterment, this show will leave you stunned, crying and laughing in the face of death.Written and Performed by | Valery RevaDirected by | Kapil RedekarMusic produced by | Aniruddha NimkarProduced by | Jonathan KeddieSet designed by | Gabe GilmourMovement Director | Benita C. LambrechtsPoster designed by | Kate Iarovavaleryreva.onepage.meinstagram.com/valery_reva/
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This raw and powerful exploration of a hard-hitting break-up will pull at your heartstrings and might even make you smile. Written and performed by singer/songwriter Tamara Williamson, with original alternative music and film, The Break-Up Diet defies traditional musical conventions to tell a gripping tale of infidelity, breakup, denial, and recovery. Tamara takes audiences on a captivating journey, with evocative storytelling and a range of emotions, that stays with them long after the show ends to offer a unique and unforgettable experience. An award-winning, powerful production from Canada.Created and Written by | Tamara WilliamsonBandLead | Tamara WilliamsonVoice,Guitar,Sax by | Sarah FazackerleyBass by | Chris WallerDrums, programs by | Stephen PitkinProduction team | Tamara Williamson, Heather Cook ScalaThanksAll the people who donated and came to watch the showRichard for creating the filmwww.breakupdiet.cafacebook.com/tamarawilliamson1000intagram.com/tamarawilliamson1000/tiktok.com/@breakupdiet Watch Trailer
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Is a strong wind all it takes to tip people over the edge? This multimedia thriller is inspired by Joan Didion’s essay on the Santa Ana. A multiplicity of characters are thrown into turmoil by these winds, from an oil magnate in fated pursuit of profit to a disaffected wife with murderous desires. As suicide rates increase and forest fires rage, this new play explores the simultaneous parallel decay of our environment and our mental health. Live videography and electronic score accompany this descent into disorder, as tensions rise to a climactic sensory and emotional overspill.CastStella CohenMusicians | Flynn McHardy and Rory GreigWritten and Directed | Laurie Bayley-HigginsDesigner | Amy Townsend LowcockAssistant Director | Laura May BrunkProduced by | PJ Cunningham and Katie Tusoninstagram.com/the.santa.ana/
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Re-creating the classical Lion Dance and Chinese Opera as contemporary performance, this dynamic Kung-Fu dance-circus mixes beat-boxing, martial arts, tricks and parkour. Live beat-boxing replaces traditional Asian percussive music. Experience the historical and present-day cultures of Asia through a vibrant journey of discovery and transformation, highlighting the common bonds of humanity. Made in Hong Kong. Opening act, New York Times Square New Year’s Eve 2023. Winner, Best Show, Asian Arts Awards 2022.'No Dragon No Lion isn't just a spectacle, but an exploration of Hong Kong’s soul, a dance between the past and the present' (FringeBiscuit.com).Performed by | Steve Ng, Alan Cheng, To Chi Sing, Leo LauArtistic Director and Choreographer | Hugh Chofacebook.com/852DT instagram.com/tscrew_hk/
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Inspired by the will-they-won't-they relationships of our time (think Harry and Sally, Ross and Rachel), Shea orchestrates the one-woman romantic comedy of her dreams. She knows the the best way to find love is to pick any random dude, make him your best friend, and pine for each other in secret for years. That's the dream! …Right? As things begin to fall apart, Shea is forced to confront the real reason she wants to keep men at arms length: maybe it's the closest she can get to dating them without actually having to date them.Written and Performed by | Shea StanleyDirected by | Amy Allenwww.shea-stanley.com/instagram.com/sheabutter33/tiktok.com/@hoorayforshea
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‘American labour icon!? Ridiculous. I’m a wharf-rat Swede and a songster. Well, Utah heard enough of my ranting, framed me for murder, had me executed. But I made up my mind not to die, as the song goes…’ This new solo show from writer, composer, actor and musician Joseph Shaw inhabits the ghost of early 20th-century union activist and songwriter Joe Hill, immortalised in the protest song of the same name. Songs and readings from Hill’s letters offer glimpses of his fascinating life.Created and performed by | Joey ShawDirected by | Bobbin RamseyThis performance is given outdoors. The performance will continue in the event of light rain. In the event of heavy rain the performance may be cancelled and in this case a refund will be offered to all ticket-holders.This production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.
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In this compelling and moving solo play, Downton Abbey’s Ruairi Conaghan tells the story of the murder of a loved one and the lasting and unpredictable trauma that flowed from it. At a time when the violent legacies of Northern Ireland’s recent past have never been more important to talk about, this acclaimed show uses storytelling, song, poetry, humour, cinema and Shakespeare to tell this courageous, joyous, uplifting tale of recovery. Performed with raw, courageous, soul-bearing honesty. If we can find empathy, there is always hope.One of Belfast Telegraph’s Top Ten Cultural Events in 2023.Written and Performed by | Ruairi ConaghanDirected By | Patrick O Kanewww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then how can a blind man tell? Richard Wheatley returns to the Fringe with his stand-up show about the challenges and trials of living as a blind man in a sighted world of fashion, beauty and aesthetics. Richard explores beauty by numbers, the rules of fashion, and a mother’s opinions on getting a haircut. Who and what can you trust when the mirror can’t help? Fun fast and friendly, Richard is mostly clean and always funny.Winner Spirit of the Fringe Award 2023 ***** (Derek Awards).Written and Performed by | Richard Wheatleyrichardwheatleycomedy.cominstagram.com/romtwheatley/
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Step into the world of the magician, where fragments of life are unveiled through a mysterious diary. Join a mesmerising adventure through mountains, seas, and the cosmos in search of creative sparks. Experience classical Chinese poetry fused with modern magic, witness centuries-old verses colliding with contemporary art. Diary of a Magician blends classic magic and sensational stunts into a spellbinding performance.‘More than just magic, this is art’ ***** (KidsInAdelaide.com.au).‘Moves like a dancer, everyone is enraptured… Keeping children’s attention is tough; doing it without saying a word is even more impressive' (DarkStoriesTheatre.com.au).Directed and Performed by | Mu-Syuan, ChangProduced by | You-Lin, TsaiProduction | Fang-Chen and Chouwww.amplayhouse.cominstagram.com/a.m.playhouse.co/
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Click. The story starts with a young photographer. A chance encounter reunites him with a girl he admired at school. He tries to recapture lost years through this reconnection. Click. His Ma-jie (maidservant uniquely typical to past Hong Kong) admires the man downstairs who writes letters for her and others. Click. These parallel disconnected narratives, divided by a trench of loneliness, reveal the underwater emotional currents that can drown mankind. Amid fast-paced modernised Hong Kong, Theatre Ronin’s piece, like the camera, nostalgically shows the impossibility of hanging on to the past. Performed in Cantonese, English surtitles.Performed by | To Yim-shan, Wong Ka-chunLive Musician | Tim ChanDirector, Co-writer & Production design | Alex Tam Hung-manCo-written by | Wong Man-hoProduced by | Lam Pik-chi JessieLighting Designer | Zoe CheungProduction Manager | Chong Hiu-tingAdministrator | Sylvia Laiwww.theatreronin.com.hk/homefacebook.com/TheatreRonininstagram.com/theatreronin/
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78-year-old Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor! He's prepped his monologues, brushed his teeth and is ready to audition. And you will be the casting directors! Baloney Theatre Company is back in Edinburgh with their wackiest show yet. Expect to see cowboys, chaotic car salesmen, crocs and lots more! Woodrow will do just about anything to get a role. Written and performed by Marissa Landy, this sketch show is silly, whimsical and totally bonkers. Come along and see if Woodrow can land the job!Written and performed by | Marissa Landywww.baloneytheatrecompany.comfacebook.com/BaloneyTheatre/instagram.com/baloneytheatre/
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Embark on a raw, transformative journey through one man’s battle with cancer. Laugh and cry as he delves into the depths of his experience, sharing the realities of living with a disease that is changing his life. From relentless chemotherapy to intimate scars, every moment is carving him a new identity, in ways he never could have imagined. Through heartfelt storytelling and exquisite humour, witness the transformative power of vulnerability as it slowly turns into courageous strength. Discover the manifesto for a new artistic movement.‘This cancer is a true blessing’ (Fellow comedian).Written and Performed by | Désiré BimanDirected by | David T JonesCreative Consultant | Sarah McKenna
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Trump’s populist slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ appeals to disillusioned war veteran Jimmy in rustbelt Michigan but his new-found politics threaten to tear his family apart – until an unexpected visit leads to a profound emotional reconciliation. Original, humorous, intensely moving storytelling, redemptive and hopeful, about overcoming trauma, and having to face it to overcome it. From award-winning actor-playwright Richard Vergette.‘Multi-layered and masterful’ (HackneyCitizen.co.uk).‘An excellent storyteller’ (BritishTheatreGuide.info).‘Compelling, heart-wrenching… gripping piece of new theatre writing that should be experienced by all generations’ (FringeReview.co.uk).‘Extraordinary tour-de-force… uplifting and devastating in equal measure’ (TheReviewsHub.com).Written and performed by | Richard VergetteDirected by | Andy PearsonProduced by | Andy Jordanwww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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Sherlock Holmes confronts his deadliest enemy yet: a man who hates him, his creator, Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes has deduced it wasn’t Moriarty, but Doyle, jealous of his popularity, behind the near-fatal attack on him at the Reichenbach Falls. Holmes, a notable rationalist, is further irked by being constantly linked with Doyle, the famous spiritualist. When two girls claim to have photographed fairies and Doyle believes them, this disgusts Holmes. He seeks to refute the pictures, but unlocks a deeper mystery surrounding the events at Cottingley. Can logic overturn belief?CastSherlock Holmes | Harry MeacherDr John Watson | Kenneth McConnellSir Arthur Conan Doyle, Concierge, Bradford Bookseller, Edward L. Gardner | Guy HepworthMiss Hudson,Mrs Pickett, Bradford Waitress, Mrs Polly Wright | Kate ColdronCreated, Directed and Produced by | F.R. MaherOriginal theme | Paul BirchallLighting Design | John RevellSound and Lighting | Steve LincolnThanks | Andrew Rissik, Pete Hollinshead, Dan Baines, Suzy Walker, Emyr John, Theatr Clwyd, Russell Erwood, Horatio Clarefacebook.com/people/Sherlock-Holmes-and-The-Man-Who-Believed-in-Fairies/instagram.com/tinkfaeryfestival/
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What if stars held memories from the future? Set at a pivotal time in history, Liminal combines star myths with astronomy, in this story of an astronomer lost in the Longitude Problem, finding more than just twinkling lights in the night sky. Contemporary dance and traditional erhu music traverses East-West boundaries, travelling an epic journey, following the path of the only star in our solar system to rise in the East and settle in the West. Inspired by migration and identity, Liminal delves into concepts of home and heritage, and how they are shaped by the movement of people.CastChen XiyaoAnneliese CharekCreated by | Chan Vi, Chen Xiyao, Anneliese CharekDirected by | Chan Vi.Sound and Projection Design by | Chan Vi.Co-produced by | Nicole Zhouwww.erhuremixproject.comfacebook.com/erhuremixproject
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Discussion, conversation, and debate about the arts, society and life. In the digital world there's no greater joy than talking face to face. 300 years ago a club was set up in Edinburgh to support artists and poets. A centre of curiosity and debate, where horizons were broadened, it heralded the Scottish Enlightenment. It was called the Easy Club, and it lives again in this series of discussions inspired by C’s festival programme. Topics, speakers, and artists will differ daily, but always provoke thought and further chat.Free afternoon tea (and coffee) provided. See website for listings.See www.CtheFestival.com/eazy-club for listings.This event is free (non-ticketed). You do not need to book in advance – just turn up. Please note that admission is subject to capacity restrictions.
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Confronted with her fear of being unlovable and forever misunderstood an overly self-aware comedian puts together the biggest show of her life. Desperate to connect, yet doomed to self-sabotage, she pushes therapists, dates and peers away through trauma dumping, a sexual obsession with Captain America, and pathologizing all of her exes with sociopathy. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll walk away with a new crush. A new play from actor/writer Mo Fry Pasic and director Sudi Green.Written and Performed by | Mo Fry PasicDirected by | Sudi GreenProduced by | Lauren Mandelwww.worsethanyouplay.cominstagram.com/worsethanyoushow
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Enter the world of university lecturer Cassandra, living in “close-call-apocalypse-averted” times, aka the 2030s. Ride the rollercoaster of her life with her as she wonders why things in the past were so crazy. Prepare for some collective therapy and a dose of rekindled imagination as you join her journey. Will she choose to continue to pray at the Temple of Conformity? Can she believe what the mirror of her life reflects back to her? Cutting edge theatre, live music and immersive projection set in Edinburgh and brought to you by a German, Australian and Scottish team.Written and Performed by | Samantha GrahamOriginal Music Composed and Performed by | Ella Mehlberg with Will Sharp, Ffion AynsleyDirected by | Bobbie-JeanSound and Lighting by | Tim FloodProjection Artist | John McGeochwww.vegasnerve.livefacebook.com/vegasnerveband/instagram.com/vegasnerve33/
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An emotionally raw blend of memoir and song, Tracey Yarad’s All These Pretty Things is a phoenix rising from the ashes story, taking the audience from Australia and the fallout of a devastating divorce following her husband's affair with their teenage goddaughter, to New York City and an inspiring new life. An evocative portrayal of one woman’s capacity to come back stronger than ever, it is an inspirational testament to the human spirit.‘Beautiful alchemy: breathtakingly honest, gorgeously sung songs on the themes of loss and abandonment, and the restorative power of music and love’ (BroadwayWorld.com).Written, Created and Performed by | Tracey YaradCo-written and Directed by | Tessa Souterwww.traceyyarad.comfacebook.com/traceyyaradmusicinstagram.com/traceyyarad/
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A new play. Performed by Faith Abongo.Love in the twenty-first century is an eclectic ideology and culmination of dreamy, programmed constructs. A concocted, conditional fairy-tale embedded deeply in the phenomena of current social complexities. Based on externalised fantasy, we idealise what and who our partners should be. The love they should provide. The expectations of what our unions should yield. Largely, contemporary love is based on hazy perspectives that doesn’t reflect truth: it is an elusive perceived experience that deletes the intricate dynamics which comprise realistic human experience and exchange. When the curtains drop, the illusions become a bitter unpalatable truth.Written, Created and Performed by | Faith Martin AbongoDirected and Produced by | Faith Martin AbongoCast in order of appearance | Faith Martin Abongo & Temisanren UwawahSet, Costume and Lighting Design by | Faith Martin AbongoSound Design by | Christine Atieno and Faith Martin AbongoIntimacy coordinator | Christine AtienoThanks to | Christine Atieno, Africanus World
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A mind-reading show from Berlin! Enter a surreal world where mind-reading is normal! This show combines handmade vintage-style visuals with the strange skills of two savants from Berlin. In a dialogue between animated short films and paranormal experiments, the two mind-readers bow to the beauty of 1920s Berlin, and a mystical childhood in Brazil. Surreal is a surprising, dreamy and, above all, interactive experience.‘Absolutely astonishing!’ (Uri Geller).‘Internationally acclaimed intuitive-duo Roman von Thurau and Vivian take their audience on a truly trippy ride into the inexplicable’ (Sugarhigh).‘You are amazing!’ (TV Sweden).Written, Created, Drawn, Animated, Composed and Performed by | Vivian Sommer and Roman Maria von Thurauwww.sonambul.comfacebook.com/people/Sonambulinstagram.com/sonambul_mindreader/youtube.com/watch?v=jGw3hlkzibM
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An inspired, powerful and elegant piece with Flamenco dance and guitar. Aylin Bayaz’s contemporary flamenco dance combines strength, elegance and beauty. Raul Mannola's music draws on Flamenco, Brazilian music and jazz, giving depth and colour. Bayaz’s dance and Mannola’s music fuse together to produce an unique show of beauty and inspiration.‘Flamencodanza is more than just a show – it’s a breathtaking journey, with its fusion of tradition and contemporary flair… leaving an enduring impression on every fortunate spectator’ (Dancelife.com.au)‘Flamencodanza is hot, and you won’t see anything else like it’ (TheStageRaw.com)‘Mannola is amazing to watch. He does not “play” the guitar, he dominates it’ (TheTVolution.com)'An audience favourite' (Hudson Theatre, Hollywood)‘Pure artistry and emotional tour de force’ (LouReviews.blog)Best Dance and Physical Theatre, Hollywood Fringe 2022Award for Artistic Merit, Hollywood Fringe 2023Choreography and Dance by | Aylin BayazMusic by | Raul Mannolawww.eflamencodanza.comfacebook.com/aylinbayazinstagram.com/aylinbayaz/ Watch Trailer
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At dawn, the nation of the Gummy Bears declares war against the nation of the Dinosaurs. The Gummies will prepare for war, there will be a battle, and the Dinosaurs will win the fight. But even if the outcome is tragically obvious, the question remains: What makes the candies so obstinate? The Gummy Bears’ Great War is an object-theatre show that takes place on a table, with real candies, small lights, and few spectators. An existential tragicomedy about our search for meaning.‘Perfect marriage of dramaturgy and design…a heart-wrenching, mouth-watering, theatrical experience’ (BroadwayDnaBlog.Substack.com).With Valentina Fadda, and Leonardo TomasiFeaturing the voice of | Tino PetilliWritten and Directed by | Angelo TrofaAudio | Quarantacinque by Michela AtzeniTech supervisor | Luca Cartawww.gummybearswar.comfacebook.com/batisfera.teatroinstagram.com/batisfera/
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What if Bette Davis were a witch? In 2019, her evangelical daughter, BD Davis, claimed that her mother was filled with demonic forces that gave her power. Piper’s original musical set in 1975, tells the story of how Davis, saddled with bills for an infirm daughter, and now well past her prime, takes a job on the classic cult horror film Burnt Offerings. Following the unprofessional behaviour of pickled actor Oliver Reed, and the neurotic Karen Black, will she use her magical abilities for revenge or re-establish her power as the star of the picture?CastBette Davis | Annie Meek MontgomeryOliver Reed | Aaron NovakKaren Black | Connor DelvesBD Hyman | Laura Dillman FrankDon | Eva Sheehy MossWritten and Directed by | John P. McEnenyComposed by | Rob ParkerExecutive Director | Rachael JonesGeneral Manager | Justine McLaughlinAdditional Support by | Dr. Rachael Jones and Laura ParkerPhotography by | Vas Eliwww.pipertheatre.orgfacebook.com/Bloody Ballad Of Bette Davis: A New Musical instagram.com/bloodybettemusical/x.com/BloodyBetteShow
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A subversive live experience developed by artists from around the globe. Despite ever-evolving digital connection our world is more divided than ever. Broken Planet is here to reconnect us, to put the humility back into humanity, to provide the space for rediscovering the good in everyone and everything around us. Embrace imperfections with the interactive and uplifting power of silly. Join Clown God and an array of wonderfully weird guests for this unique celebration blending comedy, circus, indie music and the ridiculous… before it’s too late. Come save the world!CastCallum Grant, Richie Schiraldi,Brittany, Anderson, Chloe Matonis, Joel Dávila Joseph Bryantwww.brokenplanetshow.comfacebook.com/brokenplanetshow
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Get ready for blushful stories of passionate affairs, mischievous gossip and racy romances. This vigorous and unapologetic new musical relationship comedy tears the illusion of modern marriage to pieces through its uplifting collection of world-famous operetta songs staged with a brave contemporary twist. The musical line-up includes songs from pre-World War West End and Broadway hit operettas Ball at the Savoy, Riviera Girl and more. Eastern European cultural heritage meets Western contemporary musical theatre in this cabaret-style interactive show by Julia Joy.Written by | Julia Joy and Bernadett SwannCreated by | NP&JOY EntertainmentDirected and Choreographed by | Julia JoyProduced by | Julia Joy and Norbert Potornaiwww.savoymusical.comfacebook.com/savoythemusicalinstagram.com/savoymusical/
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Please change the website copy toThis one-man puppet drama follows a young performing artist with more than 20 years experience in Chinese puppetry, on his journey of self-discovery as he learns, practices and ultimately passes on his skills. His personal growth is explored through the telling of the classic heroic Chinese story: three sworn brothers in the Taoyuan, riding alone for thousands of miles. Already a favourite at international puppetry festivals, Shenzhen Puppet Art Theatre use a variety of different puppets, string, stick, cloth bag and shadow figures to elevate the everyday in their vivid, innovative and heartwarming shows.Performed by | Hong JindiaoDirected by | Ma YuanProduced by | Liu Ziyuanwww.puppetsz.cominstagram.com/sz_puppetart/
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A mad dash through 10,000 years of history from the perspective of a sex worker. Through historical canonized characters, Whore's Eye View traces the evolution of the sacred whore from deified, to demonized, to diseased. Weaving comedic storytelling with the wisdom of her own lived experience and contemporary observations, Kaytlin Bailey artfully unpacks the complex, age-old stigma underpinning a status quo designed to keep women in their place.'The solo show mixes erudition with earthiness. It flows from unfiltered divulgence to impassioned thesis, all leavened by a parade of well-honed zingers' (San Francisco Chronicle).Written and Performed by | Kaytlin BaileyDirected by | Vanessa MoroscoDramaturg | Stephanie Alvarado PrughScript Development | Carole MontgomeryProduced | Leah MoonExecutive Producer | Old ProsHistorian | Dr. Charlene J. Fletcherwhoreseyeview.cominstagram.com/oldprosonline/
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If Tim Burton met Stephen Sondheim in the KitKat Club… and they were a woman… This twisted one-woman musical is an electric exploration of the life of the artist. As Amelia's prime source of inspiration, her charismatic alter-ego, The Master, gradually becomes her sadistic captor, we travel through the depths of workaholism and the lengths one will go in pursuit of "the dream". A frantic Dad, dodgy agent, oh… and that 65-year-old boyfriend, all come to life through The Master's larger-than-life 'Show Dahling!', while Amelia believes one thing is more important than entertaining an audience: the truth.Written, Composed, Created and Performed by | Em HoggettCo-directed by Sarah HuckinArrangements and Orchestrations by | Anessa MarieChoreographed by | Kris EngelstadSelect Costumes by | Kay HoggettSelect Props by | Alexandria BevilaquaThanks | Kay Hoggett, Matthew Hoggett, American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Columbia University, The Bechdel Project, Adrian Prohaskawww.emthemaster.cominstagram.com/emthemaster/
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Discover the experiences of Dirmit, the youngest girl in a large migrated family struggling to adapt to city life. Stuck in a small room together, her parents and older brothers try to protect her from life in the strange city, restraining her with customs and traditions. Somehow, she always finds a way to take care of herself. Latife Tekin's best-selling magic-realist novel is brought to the stage. The fantastical story offers strong feminist insights into what it means to be a woman growing up in Türkiye today.From the Novel written by | Latife TekinAdapted by | Nezaket Erden and Hakan Emre ÜnalPerformed by | Nezaket ErdenDirected by | Hakan Emre ÜnalProduced by | Tiyatro HemhâlPresented by | Lus ProductionProject Supervised by | Zeynep Günsur YüceilTranslator and Dramaturg | Büke ErkoçPoster Design | Kardelen AkçaFlyer Design | Aybala Erdenwww.hemhaltiyatro.cominstagram.com/tiyatrohemhal/
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This women-created news satire stars comedian Maggie Metnick in drag as Chip Johnson, a red-blooded American male pundit on a mission to mansplain the news to women. From politics to sex advice, Chip is here to guide the girlies through a big man’s world. What begins as a self-serious cable news show unravels into a surreal exploration of Chip’s insecurities, the loneliness of modern masculinity, and the follies of the patriarchy. You’re welcome, ladies.As listed in TimeOut’s ‘Best Things to Do in New York’.Created and Performed by | Maggie MetnickCreated and Written by | Hunter LangWritten by | Emma Campbell, Nell Kessler, Mackenzie Menter, Nora Schmittinstagram.com/manupladies/tiktok.com/@manupladies
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Finally, a musical about gene editing technology! Two struggling genetics researchers are determined to create the world’s first super-soyabean, but a rival lab will stop at nothing to defeat them. Featuring original songs, dance, action-packed battles and shocking twists, Crispr! the Musical is a high-energy romp that will knock your socks off. The creators of NYC’s Hottie Bop, Duane Stanford and Lina Zikas, portray three pairs of characters whose stories converge into a climactic battle of epic – and hilarious – proportions. A stand-out show that will delight anyone who loves to laugh.Created, Written, Performed and Produced by | Lina Zikas and Duane StanfordDirected by | Kevin QianProduction Design by | Kit Cartersurfrock.io/crispr
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Jim Henson meets Oscar Wilde in this gay old romp through Victorian England that offers a modern interpretation of classic English farce – heightened energy, slapstick physicality, and outrageous characters in over-the-top situations – all performed by two actors and a menagerie of fully articulated mechanical puppets. Laced with lavish luxuries, face-slapping humour, and a bowl of soup that’s simply to die for, Lobster Bisque features new and innovative ways of storytelling and the incorporation of clown work to deliver gut-busting fun while engrossing the audience in a visual feast. It will leave you gagging for more.Written and Performed | Witt TarantinoWrittend and Performed | Emma Rose CreanerMusic by | Christoper MertonCompany Manager | Georgia PianoSpecial Thanks | Carmel Creaner for her contribution to the artwork and Ashley Macamaux for sharing their expertise in clowninstagram.com/lobsterbisque2024/
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As Jam’s 28th birthday approaches, he announces to his flatmates Hank and Morgan that he's going to kill himself instead, earning a place in the 27 Club, and getting the three of them famous. Bickering and hijinks lead them closer and closer to a birthday party themed around dead celebrities, revelations about themselves and their friendship, and an utterly unforgettable drunken self-tape for Virgin Media. 27 is the story of three young artists and their ridiculous exploits as they try to break into the industry.Performed by | Douglas Yannaghas, Brian James Mckigen, Henry DolgoffWritten by | Douglas YannaghasDirected by | Ben StandishCompany Directors | Douglas Yannaghas, Brian James Mckigeninstagram.com/cold_open_theatre/
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Imagine a bar owned by Love itself. Only people who are in love are allowed in. A couple of young lovers enter the bar. After sultry musical and dance performances, and after meeting many of the guests embodying different types of love, the lovers realise that once someone enters the bar – once someone falls in love – it is hard to get out of it because romantic love can become addictive. Sultry performances. Obsession. Purity. Sex. Are you ready to enter Love’s Concordia Bar?Created and Directed by | Edoardo TesioWritten by | Edoardo Tesio and Marjorie MurilloComposed by | Olivia AmicangioliChoreographed by | Bridget SpencerCostumes by Tomoka Takahashiwww.companydellalunatheater.comtiktok.com/@companydellalunainstagram.com/companydellaluna/linktr.ee/theatercompanydellaluna
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Eight medical mishaps, 14 screws, six plates, and one fully reconstructed digestive system. Meet the world's unluckiest magician. This is a hilarious, heartwarming and thought-provoking autobiographical story that has to be heard to be believed. Steve Wilbury takes the audience on a journey through the wild adventures of his life, inviting them to laugh with him at the cruel ironies of fate. When tragedy strikes we can laugh, cry or die. This show covers all three. Testament that even in our darkest moments we can find the magic in life's challenges.'Real joy' (ArtMurmurs.nz).'Rewarding and hilarious' (TheatreReview.org.nz).Written and Performed | Steve WilburyDirected by | Bannana Joliewww.stevewilbury.comfacebook.com/stevewilburyentertainerinstagram.com/stevewilburyentertainer
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Parodying the famous male philosophers of ancient Greece as a funny woman-horse thinker – whose punchline is 'sh*t happens' – Laura Fincias makes her Edinburgh solo debut in this stand-up comedy show. Laura has produced and appeared in underground stand up comedy, performing in Spanish and English in Barcelona, Edinburgh and Berlin, and this spring she toured Scandinavia with other international comedians. Horsesh*t Happens comes from her comedy experience in different European cities, and is a surrealist, satirical take on life. You may expect a philosophical script, but sometimes horsesh*t happens…Created and Performed by | Laura Fincias Marín.This production is Pay What You Can. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay.instagram.com/ele_efe_eme/
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Dive into a darkly comedic stylised world, where young factory worker Millie confronts unsettling truths as her home town becomes overrun by scheming insect impostors. A visually innovative tale unfolds as she uncovers a web of schemes, culminating in an eerie journey to save her family. Mystery and symbolic exploration blend in this horror-play, which draws from expressionist cinema and Kafkaesque nightmares to present an immersive experience for adult audiences. With themes of societal decay and personal redemption, Corpse Flower offers a riveting exploration of the uncanny, inviting you to embrace its twisted allure.Cast | Medea Manaz,Raphael Ruiz, Matthew Rowan, Lola Knight, Alexandros FragkosWritten by | Ariel De La Garza Davidoff, Michal VojtechDirected by | Ilya WrayMusic by | Nathan SaudekStage design by | Oscar GodfreyCostumes by | Noemi FintorLighting design by | Thomas SandlerSound Design by | Alex Gordonwww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Jim Carrey meets Ricky Gervais as Alexander steps up to the mic in his new biting and satirical hour of comedy. Personal stories about his con man father and his own raw anger about social power structures, combine with improvised crowd work, to pose the question: ‘Why are you not more pissed off at the people in charge?!’. Following appearances in Los Angeles, Berlin and Paris, Alexander returns to the Fringe, with an hour that demands that you laugh, get naked and start a revolution. In 2022 he was featured on Laugh Factory Hollywood Fresh Faces.Created and Performed by | Alexander CabanaDirected by | Orny AdamsManager | Radostina Petevawww.alexandercabana.com/instagram.com/cabana_asada/
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Vera Ballero is an ambitious journalist from Paris, and the famous host of The Shivering Truth, a news programme from Berlin that is intensely focused on global tragedies. However, Vera's relentless pursuit of success is met with challenges, particularly when she confronts the dark side of the industry. When she finds herself removed from her position by the producer she denounced as a paedophile, she decides to host her own private show during her final Saturday night live broadcast – to ensure Vera's Truth will be heard. A solo dark comedy, written and performed by Salome Topuria.Created, written and performed by | Salomé TopuriaTechnical Supervisor | Rhys WilliamsThanks | Nino Kasradze
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Dad's dead. Mum’s shagging his killer. Girlfriend's crazy. Then Dad’s ghost appears, crying for revenge. What else does one do but start killing? Antonio makes Hamlet look like a little b*tch. This rarely-performed Early Modern hidden gem from John Marston is batsh*t insane, featuring everything you'd expect from a Jacobethan revenge tragedy: feigned insanity, an evil duke, an all-knowing fool, a smoking-hot mum, a ghost dad, a sad girlfriend locked in prison, a plucky kid who’s definitely gonna get murdered, and, of course, cannibalism.'Rude, crude, and theatrically unglued' (Rick Bowers).Co-Directed and Performed by | Caden ScottCo-Directed, Performed and Produced by | Courtney BassettPerformed by | Alex MedlandDesigner | James WrightProduced by | Luke Thornboroughhttps://halftrick.com/projectsfacebook.com/HalfTrickTheatreinstagram.com/halftricktheatre/
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Jive along to jazz, party to punk rock, cavort to classics and experience electropop with our cherry-picked musical assortment. A powerhouse of bands and soloists from across the globe. Enjoy the warmth of the world through a hand-picked selection of of bands, singers and instrumentalists, and soak up their sound! Discover new artists from five continents! We’ve got bangers, beats, bass and Brahms! Come enjoy jazz, blues, world music, electronica, pop, classical music and more.See www.CtheFestival.com/music-nights for listings.This production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.
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Embark on a confessional voyage through love, sex, and dating with this no-holds-barred one-woman show with bite, that blends stand-up, poetry, storytelling and physical comedy. Writer and performer Georgie Wedge intimately examines her colourful experiences in the dating scene through the senses. Experience an unapologetically raw interactive performance, that seamlessly weaves moments of hilarious naturalism with intelligent and rhythmic verse. Don't miss this captivating fusion of humour and heart, guaranteed to leave you laughing, thinking – and maybe even blushing.Georgie Wedge was longlisted for the Funny Women Award 2023.Written and Performed by | Georgie WedgeDirected by | Ilya Wraywww.threepennycollective.co.uk/instagram.com/threepennycollective/
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Enter the flamboyant depths of a Victorian Music Hall… When Albert Baggley, the founder of The Queen's Head, mysteriously disappears, two burlesque numbers, devastated dames, a grieving wives, a stressed-out showmen, a character called Martha, a southern belle, and the title deeds of the music hall all come into play. This period comedy of entanglement, featuring cabaret, melodrama, mischief and revenge will entertain, provoke, confuse and seduce by turns, as the actor leaps between characters. A solo tour-de-force, written and performed by Rhys Williams.Created and Performed by | Rhys Williams Technical Supervisor | Salomé Topuria Financial Supervisor | Margaret Williamsinstagram.com/rhyswilliamsx/
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The alternative late-night Fringe experience returns. A unique blend of comedy, circus, burlesque, bands, live art and specialty acts from across the Fringe. With a different line-up every night, this is a chance to see some of the Fringe’s most exciting new artists.‘A smorgasbord showcase of the wonderful delicacies… wacky, weird and wonderful’ (AYoungerTheatre.com).‘One of the most fun variety cabarets around… Explosive and adaptable’ ***** (BroadwayBaby.com).See www.CtheFestival.com/electric-cabaret for listings.This production is Pay What You Can. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay.
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Seven teenagers (and a Barbie doll) invite you to a joyfully absurd play about love – in all its weird and wonderful forms. Square Pegs ask lots of questions about what it means to be human in their life-imitating-art play about growing up and in its own inimitable, absurdist fashion, offer absolutely no answers whatsoever! Offie-nominated Macready Theatre Young Actors share tales of breakups, heartache and what it’s like to fall in love with the Berlin Wall with fast-paced, fun-filled story-telling.‘A short spectacular showcase’ ***** (MumbleTheatre.net).‘Joyous’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com).The Company | Millie Astbury, Chloe Beynon, Alex Bonsall, Lucia Lee, Matilda Measures, Alex Morgan, Kalil Naziu, Louisa RobertsWritten by | Georgina DettmerDirected by | Tim CokerMovement by | Ellen FinlayTechnicians | Mark Watts, Kyle ArrowsmithThanks to | Macready Theatre, Rugby and Bloomsbury Festival, Londonfacebook.com/macreadysquarepegs
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Mischievous teenager Liu Songsong accidentally travels back to the time of the Tang Dynasty where he saves a young Li Bai, forming a close friendship. Encouraged by his new “prophetic” friend, Li Bai embarks on a journey of self-discovery, gradually becoming a poetic genius. Back in the present, Liu Songsong is challenged to a debate about Li Bai. He finds the key to winning by returning again to the Tang Dynasty. See Chinese martial arts, Peking opera, calligraphy and classical Chinese dance blend in this mesmerising bilingual musical journey, showcasing the talent of the young performers.Cast | Yuetian Zhang, Tiancen Luo, Ziqi Zhang, Jiaxuan Li, Xiaoye Zhang, Guoling Ran, Zixuan Xia, Zixuan Wang, Yiwen Chen, Jiani Xue, Ruolin Wang, Yuexi Zhang, Changen Fan, Junhan Hu, Hongyu BenCast | Yuetian Zhang, Tiancen Luo, Ziqi Zhang, Jiaxuan Li, Xiaoye Zhang, Guoling Ran, Zixuan Xia, Zixuan Wang, Yiwen Chen, Jiani Xue, Ruolin Wang, Yuexi Zhang, Changen Fan, Junhan Hu, Hongyu BenCreated by | Wuhan EZ Education and Cultural Development Company, Murongfu Education ConsultationDirected by | Li Shanshan, Feng Yizhang, August Leo PonExecutive Director | Chenxing LiuProduced by | Wuhan EZ Education and Cultural Development CompanyAssistant producer | Xinyou Zhang
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An actor makes a deal with the devil. One of theatres’ greatest roles is theirs to perform. One problem… they’ve never rehearsed with the rest of the cast. This new version of Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus features a rotating cast of brave guest performers taking on the challenges of a devilish ensemble. Much like Faustus, they have no idea what they're really getting into. The Faustus Project is funny, a little dangerous, and an actor’s worst nightmare. With a fresh victim every night, this will be the ultimate theatrical torture…‘Fresh, unique, and entertaining’ (TheatReview.org.nz).Co-Directed and Performed by | Caden ScottCo-Directed, Performed and Produced by | Courtney BassettPerformed by | Alex MedlandDesigner | James WrightProduced by | Luke Thornboroughhttps://halftrick.com/projectsfacebook.com/HalfTrickTheatreinstagram.com/halftricktheatre/
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Something was written. Smeared. On the walls... We do not accept responsibility for the incident. However, we gather, some offence has been caused. Therefore, we wish to issue an apology. This heightened, riotous, rabbit-hole of a play attempts to explore the political pandemonium of saying the wrong things right. Or the right things wrong. Quite literally, a series of apologies spiral out of control until even Cumberbatch is shocked and appalled. We’re taking this seriously.Ensemble | Elaheh Baradar, Alice Cox, Lana Darcy, Matilda Ellis, Samantha Good, JoJo Gordon, Danya Griver, Charlotte Hitchin, Sadie Lim, Karma Meyer, Emily SturrockWritten by | John DonnellyDirected by | Ryan JonesAssistant Directors | Ashley Fenton, Fiona JonesProduced by | Ashley Fentoninstagram.com/mortonplayers/
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A collection of original comedy sketches from a semi-professional cast based in Abu Dhabi. This is the show’s second time at the Fringe, written by Kevin Corrigan and directed by Andy Smyllie. This year’s show has a medical theme – all the sketches are set in fictional St Swithin’s hospital, with its eclectic mix of doctors, nurses and patients. In the hospital's busy waiting room and consulting rooms, each sketch has an unexpected denouement to surprise the audience. One More Night... On the Tiles! also features last year’s hilarious Gemma, played by Aimee Smyllie.Written and Produced by | Kevin CorriganPerformed by | Eddie Craven, Aimee Smyllie, Andy Smyllie, Kevin CorriganDirected by | Andy Smyllie
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Adapted from Lu Xun's novel, Forging the Swords tells the story of a naturally kind-hearted child, who is suddenly entrusted with the monumental task of avenging his father's murder. Two swords are wielded in the name of peace, yet result in further bloodshed. Incorporating elements from the ancient Chinese collection of supernatural tales the play poses thought-provoking philosophical questions of humankind. Where will our obsessions ultimately lead us? Is the culmination of revenge truly freedom, or is it an endless void?Performed by | Fengrui Yang, Mengsha Zeng, Ziru Wang, Yige Wang, Haoran Peng, Yue Yang, Zijun Zhang, Minghao Zhang, Yacong Jing
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A respected Sierra Leonean diplomat hatches a post-retirement plan to tour the world singing songs composed by his famous uncle, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. While temporarily helping out at Fourah Bay College in Freetown, the civil war that’s been ravaging the country finally reaches his campus. Taking shelter, George Coleridge-Taylor reflects on his and his country’s stories, and imagines himself in concert, while wondering if he dares risk trying to save the female student captured by the fearsome rebels. Beautiful music underlies the sometimes-harrowing history of an African country and the horrors of war. Includes post-performance Q&A.Written and performed by | Tayo AlukoDirected by | Mojisola KareemDesigned by | Phil NewmanSound by | Liam McDermottwww.tayoalukoandfriends.comfacebook.com/tayoalukoandfriends
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What goes on behind the theatre curtain? Who’s that scampering about backstage? And why have they added Febreze to the dry-ice machine? When Lily bottles her acting audition for the school musical, she reluctantly finds herself backstage, working with an eccentric group of characters who have made the world behind the curtain their home. Can she find her place, prove her worth and discover her voice? All the while avoiding the wrath of the show’s leading lady and the pointy edges of the backstage furniture. A new musical comedy that celebrates tales of teamwork, friendship and courage.Written by | Alex Clissold-JonesMusic written, performed and composed by | William MorrisDirected by | Charlie Ponder and Will DicksonProduced by | Charlie Ponder
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The neighbour heard the screams from next door. The body was found floating in Chiswick River. At 16 and 20 years old, Orestes and Electra never thought they would be interrogated as suspects in their father's murder. Blood of my Father is a dark, twisted, spiralling sequence of police interrogations. Who is lying under oath? Will the pressure push them to breaking point? This is Electra, reimagined for 2024, written and performed by young actors from the Wellington Theatre Collective.CastOrestes Alexi | Ralph MacFadyenElectra Alexi | Darcey HoganOfficer Pallas | Tejus ThorpeClytemnestra Alexi | Izzy HarvieAegthius | Felix Zamoyski FreitagDemetra Pathos | Izzy MartinEllios Pathos | Barney VenablesYoung Orestes | Rufus PennockYoung Agamemnon | JJ McAllisterDirected by | Ashleigh WalterProduced by | Nick HuntingtonTechnical and Set Design | Nick Oliver-DuncanTechnical Operation | Leo Wilkinfacebook.com/DramaWellyinstagram.com/welly_drama/
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1920. Thebes is under attack. The mysterious imposter, claiming to be a god under the name Dionysa, seeks to stir the people into a frenzy of primal elation. As the women are lured into the mountains to join the revels, the young Pentheus, Prince of Thebes, wants order in the city. But he also wants to dress up in women's clothes. This is The Bacchae by Euripides, reimagined. A theatrical game of manipulation, revenge and self-discovery, performed and written by a group of young actors from the Wellington Theatre Collective.CastDionysa | Cressida Massey-CookPentheus | Sam GearingAgave | Bella CookAutonoe | Sophie LaithwaiteTeiresias | Jack PattersonIno,Gregorian | Leo MillsMaenads | Izzy Moore, Barney Venables, Jemima AtkinsYoung Pentheus | Rufus PennockDirected by | Sophie Laithwaite and Claire AndersonCostumes Design | Jennie DouglasProduced by | Nick HuntingtonTechnical and Set Design | Nick Oliver-DuncanTechnical Operation | Leo Wilkinfacebook.com/DramaWellyinstagram.com/welly_drama/
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London, 1888. A bold young woman reporter desperate to make a name for herself tracks a string of gruesome murders. When she finds herself face to face with the killer, they begin a deadly game of cat and mouse… An innovative re-telling of the horrifying true crime media sensation that made Jack the Ripper a household name. How far would you go for the story of the century? Wickedly playful and deliciously terrifying.‘Fresh and exciting’ (TheReviewsHub.com).Written by | Jacob Marx RiceDirected by | Victoria HadelFight Direction by | Jake MasefieldProduced by | Griffin JenkinsProduction Management by | Florentina SucilaSpecial Thanks | Prudencia Productions, Megan Henson, MovieShaker LTDinstagram.com/out.of.office.theatre/tiktok.com/@outofofficetheatre
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This new sonata by Chloé Charody, composed for the unique acrobatic skillset of violinist Sonja Schebeck, and performed in a groundbreaking interdisciplinary duet with acrobat Josh Frazer, tells a poignant narrative through dynamic partner acrobatics, duo-unicycle and cyr-wheel. Limbo is set at Melbourne Park Hotel, 2021, when refugees were being detained indefinitely by the Australian government, some having been incarcerated for nine years. Embracing circus and classical music in one captivating world, Limbo rollercoasts through anger, frustration, fantasy and escape, exploding with one of the greatest weapons against oppression – hope.Performed by | Sonja Schebeck, Josh FrazerCreated by | Chloé Charody, Sonja Schebeck and Josh FrazerComposed by | Chloé Charodywww.chloecharody.com/limbofacebook.com/ComposerChloeCharodyinstagram.com/chloecharodycreations/
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Consuelo runs Masa Madre, a family bakery she inherited from her grandmother. In former times, the bakery was the epicentre of social life. Today, it faces a serious threat. Increased tourism, spurred by Jarona's recent designation as 'one of the most beautiful towns in Spain' has led to the proliferation of large chain stores, endangering Consuelo's legacy, and her way of life. The next few days could change the fate of the bakery forever… This non-verbal play for all the family, performed with masks, is the second show at the Fringe from Madrid-based Neko Theatre.Performed by | Miriam Lorenzo, Maria Prendes, Sandra BravoDirected by | Maria Prendes, Sandra Bravo, Miriam LorenzoWritten by | Miriam Lorenzo, Maria Prendes, Sandra BravoMusic and Sound design by | Jo Durango and Ross GrantLighting Designed by | Virginia LomasTechnician | Alvaro PalomoPhotos | Roberto Ivan Canowww.nekoteatro.comfacebook.com/nekoteatroinstagram.com/nekoteatro/
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Think you know your Shakespeare? Think again! This is Shakespeare as you’ve never seen him before – ‘trippingly on the tongue’… Migrant actors take on the Bard, reinterpreting his words in alien environments you will never have imagined before. They give his iconic characters a new life, migrating them into the roles assigned to outsiders by society. Hamlet is a meat-packer, King Lear a construction worker, Caliban a hotel cleaner, Lady Macbeth a housewife looking after children, and Shylock washes the dishes in a restaurant. This is no one Bard: Shakespeare belongs both to no-one and to everyone.
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Enter the intimate world of a boudoir where there is room for joy, pain, grief, tears, laughter and of course desire. Join drag queen Zoe Promiscuous as she takes you on a journey through her trials and tribulations with men, stories of her love life and tales of sex all told through the art of lip synching, live vocals, comedy and poetry. Gracefully complemented with burlesque from Zoe's partner in crime Bobbie Derrière, this salacious play will delight and dazzle audiences. It's time to open your mind and your heart as you step into The Boudoir.Zoe Promiscuous | Zane BrightwellBobbie Derrière | Alice Ballardinstagram.com/zoepromiscuous/
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Who are the five most beautiful women in the world? By applying the symmetry of the golden ratio to a female face, some researchers from the Public University of Bingo establish a universal standard of feminine beauty and thereby a quality control. This incredible discovery gave born to More Than Nude, the first striptease of faces ever. This French-English bilingual live art performance plays with translation, disruption of the present, creature costumes and absurdity, to collectively and scientifically answer the question: who is beautiful, who is not? What conclusions can we draw?Written, Created and Performed by | Clotilde SalmonCreated and performed by | Camille Fugerhttps://clotildesalmon.fr/facebook.com/Famapoilinstagram.com/groupe_performatif_famapoil_
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‘All of a sudden, a loud noise occurred… And a ringing… Our house was hit by a rocket launcher. That was the last moment I saw my father, us looking at each other from afar.’ Uprooted tells the story of the devastating effects of war and the bonds within a family. Ibrahim and his family flee war-torn Syria, escaping to Lebanon and then to Egypt, before eventually settling in Turkey. Despite extreme hardship, loss and longing, this is piece is about about hope and resilience, adaptation, and the will to live and go on.Castİbrahim ArıcıBasma SeibaDirected and performed by | Ali BalEdited by | Bernadette McBrideMusic by | Baran BalPoster design by | Arslantürk ÇiftçiTranslated by | Ece Karaağaçlıfacebook.com/alibal1instagram.com/alibballl
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At the Church of Ratology, we worship rats. Through comedy, performance art, and audience participation, we satirise religious ritual in a glorious festival of rats and trash. Our version of confession is the holy game of Sin Bingo. Our rosary, a cheese-eating competition. Our holy water, vile fluids. Over the course of an hour, we teach the audience to behave like rats – in the process, we hope to tear down the social barriers we all put up as humans. The goal is always to create a feeling of community, however absurd the means.Created and Performed by | Perry Letourneau and Joseph Bryanthttps://www.ratmass.church/instagram.com/ratmasschi/https://tiktok.com/@ratmasschi
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This new play by Michael Bryceson focuses on the relationship between a dying father and his son, Charlie. When Dad gets a terminal diagnosis, it forces him to look at what is important in life. We see this played out through the lens of letters Dad writes to Charlie to guide him through life’s key moments, since he will no longer be there. Exploring love, loss, life and everything in between, we follow Dad, Charlie, Mum and Sam through the turmoil and happiness of growing up.CastDad | Paddy StockwellCharlie | Angus GordonMum | Shona WilbySam | Emily ButterfieldWritten and Directed by | Michael BrycesonProduced by | Yagmur BayerExecutive Produced by | Thea Roycefacebook.com/collision.theatre.uominstagram.com/collision_theatre/tiktok.com/@collision_theatre
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An unsure artist, incongruent in high-class society, and a young bride, delivered to a new city, are thrown together to create something beautiful for the people that control them. What they end up producing is a delicate all-consuming relationship that will prove to be the most important of their lives. Inspired by the friendship between famed Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli and his model and muse Simonetta Vespucci. Their story is told through vignettes of the brief time they spend together in the artist’s studio before the deadly poison of the outside seeps in through cracks in the door.Created, Written and Directed by I Abby GreenhalghCreative Consultant I Julia KennerlyExecutive Produced by I Alannah O’HareProduced by I Jasmine StarbuckThanks to I Durham University Classical Theatre Company, Durham University Performing Arts, Suffragette Theatre Companyinstagram.com/suffragettetheatrecompany/facebook.com/La Bella
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In their daring debut at the Edinburgh Fringe, Glossy Pain take the audience to bed. How can we be vulnerable with each other, when the world around us demands us to be hard? Creating a space of intimacy, this is a provocative exploration of sexual desires and the lies that shape them. Teasing and tormenting both herself and the audience, Riah Knight questions the authenticity of performance, seeking answers from religious and mythical figures with humour and introspection. Featuring original music, this English-language solo promises to ignite discussion. Come lie with us!Written and Performed by | Riah KnightWritten by | Katharina Stoll, Angelika SchmidtComposed by | Riah KnightDirected by | Katharina StollDramaturgy | Angelika SchmidtCostume by | Wicke NaujoksProduction by | Jack Willenbacherfacebook.com/glossypaininstagram.com/glossy_pain/
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Set in a future where AI has gradually replaced human beings in the field of art, Picasso 2033 reflects on the future of art through the story of AI-drawing-trainer “Mr Satisfaction”. Returning to the house where he once lived with his mother, his memories are awakened by seeing her unfinished painting, created in her later years, when she was suffering from Alzheimer’s. His exploration of the protagonist in the painting leads to a deep reflection on the nature of art and AI, and on where the identity and creativity of human beings is headed.Written and Directed by | Keyuan ZhangComposition | Zixuan SuMedia design | Huimo ZhangProduced by | Yahan Xue ,Liyun Wuchu
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Sammy and Clyde are on their first date. It’s cute. It’s awkward. It’s bad jokes and forced laughter. Sweaty hands and wondering who gets the next round. It’s 'I really want to kiss her' and 'I hope he doesn’t try to kiss me'. It’s excruciating, but that’s a first date, right? As Sammy and Clyde get to know each other again, and again, their reality slowly falls to pieces. Missed jokes become hilarious one-liners. Awkward silences become witty repartee. The customers become an audience. Everyone starts watching – and Sammy and Clyde? They become disposable.CastClyde | Benjamin OliveiraSammy | Evie MeadowsThe Producer | Joshua HoganWritten by | Lola AnnesleyDirected by | Olive Bown, Ivo Beatty and Alice AllenProduced by | Benjamin OliveiraThanks | Barnaby Rothschildinstagram.com/drop.dead.theatre/
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A bold stylised new production of Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece. The classic dark tale of Dracula’s sinister seduction and descent awakens fear and fascination in this thrilling drama, that combines daring ensemble movement and an original score. This visceral atmospheric horror is brought to Edinburgh by KCS Theatre Co, who have established themselves as a Fringe favourite, celebrated for their fearless theatrical storytelling and sparkling talent.'this adaptation is one of the best' Brian Merriman, No More Workhorse, on Dorian'A mini masterpiece!' ***** The Real Chrisparkle, on DorianThe Company | Caitlin Costello, Milo Darley, Grace Davidson, Lev Dormidontov, Noah Gupta-Wright, Saahan Kapoor, Barney Lewis, Laura Lovell, Izzy Sermon, Alex Silverwood-Cope, Nicholas Steinmeyer, Benjamin Stockil, Jack Thomas, Tait Walsingham, Isabella WhiteComposition by | Tom Constantinou-Hickman and Rejects CollectiveDirected by | Davina BarronMovement Directors | Harriet Feeny and Francois LeComteProduction Designer | Jo HowcroftCostume Designer and Stage Manager | Bea CramerLighting Design | Kit ChowSound Design | Tom Constantinou-Hickman and Angus HawkingsPublicity Design | Brent RothProduction Administrator | Phene JonesTrip Supervisors | Tirzah Barwick-Ward and James DawsonThanks | Dr Anne Cotton & King's College School Wimbledon for their incredible support.facebook.com/KCSTheatreCoinstagram.com/kcstheatreco/
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This immersive family drama, about an older relative’s act of aggression towards a biracial child, actively investigates white privilege, judgement, identity and bias. I Am, Other invites the audience, through interactive engagement, to explore why it is not okay to be different. Spectators become participants in shaping the lens through which they see the world. At the beginning they are presented with a scenario and a point of view, then guided through gamified scenes, and asked to reflect on the event's repercussions. After a replay of the initial scenario, has their viewpoint changed? Q&A after performance.Created by | Adipat Virdi
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This choreographic solo immerses us in the quirky and poetic universe of a character who plays with his identity, transforming it to align with his wishes, fears, and dreams. Through the journey into the various aspects of identity transformation, Negare challenges the audience’s preconceptions, provokes thought about the impact of others’ perceptions, and delves deeply into the dynamics of denial and self-acceptance. It’s a thought-provoking work that encourages contemplation about the essence of individual and shared identity, showcased through the absurdity and authenticity of this character.Performed by | Alexandre LipauxCreated and Choreographed by | Giovanni ZazzeraLighting Design by | Jef MettenMask creation by | Delphine BardotProduced by | Z Art ASBLProduction Manager | Léa WiplierTour manager | Baptiste HilbertThanks | Ministère de la culture du Luxembourg (LU), Art Council KulturLX (LU), TROIS C-L / Maison pour la danse (LU), Koplabunz asbl (LU), Fondation Indépendance BIL (LU), Jojo-Oulu Dance Center (FIN), Batiment IV (LU).www.zartdance.com/news-and-projects/facebook.com/zartdanceinstagram.com/zartdance/
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A collage style devised work exploring the (potential) collapse of the Anthropocene, this personal meditation on the climate crisis explores the beauty and inevitability of impermanence. Born from the debris of late-stage capitalism, Things We Will Miss features performers in disparate roles, including an amateur astronomer, a park ranger, mythological prophet Cassandra, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, and ultimately, themselves. Driven by image, light, and sound rather than linear narrative, it viscerally explores the grief and beauty, the horror and hope inherent in being alive in this very moment.Directed by | Emily K. HarrisonCreative team | Savanna Arellano, Jess Buttery, Juliet Davidson, Leslie De La Rosa, Rosie Glasscock, Del Gonzales, Emily K. Harrison, Nathaniel Klein, and Emma Miller, Mer Moraleswww.squareproducttheatre.orgfacebook.com/sqproductinstagram.com/sqproduct/
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The female snake spirit Bai Suzhen longs to be human. Her wish is granted, and she falls in love with a young man, Xu Xian. However their marriage and life together is not without challenges. A thousand-year-old story about the power of love in the face of adversity, performed with live music, and the colourful costumes, exotic make-up and subtle movements of traditional Kunqu opera, an ancient art form rarely performed in the west. Northern Kunqu Opera Theatre strives to share Kunqu Opera with world. Sung in Chinese, with English surtitles.Performed by | Northern Kunqu Opera Theatre with Asian Arts Global
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Two killers. One system. What happens when a prison executioner traumatised by the nature of his job has a chance encounter with a sadistic serial killer? Combining dark comedy and absurdist theatre, Hangman challenges the moral compass of the audience and explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the human psyche. Should the death penalty be abolished? Should executing people ever be considered an occupation? As the play delves deep into the psyche of two killers myriad philosophical questions will leave audiences on the edge of their seats, craving for more, and contemplating long after the curtains close.Directed and Produced by | Pooja Punniyamoorthyavanttheatre.comfacebook.com/avanttheatreinstagram.com/avanttheatreandlanguage/
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The infamous words added by King Edward VI to his last will and testament ‘/ and her’ unexpectedly thrust the 15-year-old Jane Grey onto the throne of England for a mere 9 days. Yet, amidst the annals of history, her cousin of equal age, Jane Lumley, remains largely obscure. However, Lumley is the authoress of the earliest known English translation of Iphigenia at Aulis, a play about the martyrdom of a young girl to her state. Join us as we delve into the power of language to redefine destinies in the midst of England's turbulent religious revolution.Written and Directed by | Jennifer GroberProduction Manager | Anne Whitakerinstagram.com/_andher.play/
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After sell-out runs in London, New York and LA, Richard Shelton’s masterful, critically acclaimed, multi award-winning show returns to reveal the man behind the myth. Described as world’s best interpreter of Sinatra. ‘Phenomenal’ (BBC.co.uk). ‘A must-see’ (Times).Written and performed by | Richard SheltonPresented by | Andy Jordan Productionswww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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Late at night at the corner store, your card got declined again. The fluorescent lights are blinking on and off. When you go for the door, it has disappeared. What happens when strangers are forced to connect? What if some of them are supposed to have passed on, but got stuck? A searingly honest commentary on the absurdity of existence, how we judge the strangers around us, and how much we need each other. An original devised show, incorporating principles of repetition and movement.CastTheodora ContinCaroline KarlsenMagdalena WeitgasserChia-Yi ChanIsabel HeesJillian PattersonDany Van BrabantCo directed by | Nicole PalombaThanksEast 15, Nicole Palomba, Robin Sneller, Marcin Rudy, Dr. Christina Kapadocha, Juliet Chambers-Coe, Giaele Mattioliinstagram.com/howdeadami/
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How We Sound. Who We Are. What We Have to Say. This journey, inspired by the myth of Ulysses: suspended between heaven and hell, sentenced here to the Tower of Babel. Different accents and languages – what a feast for the ear and mind! And in Britain, they carry extra baggage: Class! So how can a foreigner resist the temptation to have a go? From the “upper-class twit” to the quintessentially English head-tilt, a bit of socially acceptable (and only vaguely Marxist) swearing and fun will be had by all! Come get lost in translation!Created and Performed by | Vivian Allvinwww.vivianallvin.com/ulysses-in-babel
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Hear the incredible real-life stories of Marvin, and others who have faced challenges and turned their lives around. Find out why a near-death experience led him to turn his back on his criminal past, and what motivated him to become the reformed person he is today. Now working as a crime-prevention activist, his motivational talks aim to reduce re-offending by inspiring youth and changing lives. With guest interviewees whose lives have involved challenge, change, change and transformation. Followed by a no-holds-barred Q&A.Hosted by | Marvin Herbertwww.themarvinherbert.comfacebook.com/MrMarvinHerbertNew/ tiktok.com/@mrmarvinherbert
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A musical storytelling experience that tells the larger than life story of a dog who lived a very long time. Audience members are invited to a event similar to a real funeral, but get to watch and participate in the telling of this dog and his owner's life: nearly escaping trains, weathering storms, falling in love… Hear the miraculous account of a good dog, told through storytelling and song, and confront what it means to truly live. Funeral for a Dog is show that is a little haunting, containing a lot of humour, coated in hope.CastBridgette KinsellaRyan GerberdingGideon KlapowWritten and Performed | Emma HarlowWritten and Directed by | Ciera Miller
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Unveiling a world-first live show of its kind! Prepare to be mesmerised by a captivating journey from the roots of traditional flamenco, through progressive flamenco to the cutting-edge realms of modern flamenco and electronica. Join acclaimed flamenco guitarist Mike Rizk as he artfully weaves together a tapestry of sound, using samples, synthesisers, loopers, drum machines, percussion, and the soul-stirring techniques of flamenco guitar. Featuring a dynamic ensemble of musicians, dancers and vocals this show is a must-see for those who relish the art of blending tradition with innovation. Revel in the intricate rhythms and transformative energy that define Flamenco-Electro!Performed by | MIke Rizk, Peter Micos, Michael HewettThis production is Pay What You Want. You can choose the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. If you did not buy a ticket, or wish to give more, you will be able to give donations towards the production’s budget after the performance.www.mikerizk.com/https://www.instagram.com/mikerizk_mrstudion
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September 11, 1973. A US-backed coup led by General Augusto Pinochet will oust Chile’s democratically-elected president. Allende died by suicide in the palace that day. The play focuses on the final hours of Salvador Allende’s life. Pinochet is hell-bent on ousting Allende and eliminating his supporters. The chips are down and there is no time to spare. As Allende anxiously considers his options, he’s challenged by a mysterious man to play the final chess game of his life. A compelling, relentless and daring play, freely based on facts.CastPresident Salvador Allende | Dan Owen Agent D | Richard Tanenbaum Written by | Luigi LaraiaDirected by | Pablo AndradeAssistant Director | Gemma IbarraMusic composed by | Mike GohakiProducer | Margaret JohnsonProduced by | LakeArts Foundationwww.lakeartsfoundation.org/
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Returning to the Edinburgh Fringe as the 75th anniversary of ECHR approaches, this widely-acclaimed performance with a backdrop of archive film explores the birth of modern human rights after World War II through the eyes of Nuremberg prosecutor and ECHR champion, David Maxwell Fyfe. His words intertwine with Sue Casson’s original and ethereal musical settings of the poets who inspired him on his journey along his mythical stream of natural law from Nuremberg to Strasbourg.One of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard… Sublime. A secular hymn for humanity’ (MusicalTalk.com).‘A very necessary story…. Brilliantly performed’ (Derek Awards).Conceived and directed by | Tom BlackmoreMusical settings by | Sue CassonCastDavid Maxwell Fyfe | Robert BlackmoreSylvia Maxwell Fyfe | Lily CassonNarrator | Sue CassonSung by Lily and Sue CassonViolin | Mary YoungCello | Fraser BowlesPiano | Sue CassonProjectionsStills | Lily Casson BlackmoreVideo | Robert BlackmoreEdited by Robert and Tom Blackmorewww.englishcabaret.co.ukwww.facebook.com/EnglishCabaretwww.instagram.com/officialthint/
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After global sell-outs in London, New York, Los Angeles, the show returns! Sinatra and Shelton’s lives are linked by incredible music and synchronicity. Proclaimed the world’s leading dramatic interpreter of Frank Sinatra’s music. ‘Dazzlingly entertaining’ (WestEndWilma.com).Written and performed by | Richard SheltonPresented by | Andy Jordan Productionswww.andyjordanproductions.co.uk
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The year is 1895. Bridget’s husband, Michael, is claiming that she’s been replaced by a changeling, silently swapped in the middle of the night. Are his attempts to cure her, force-feeding her herbal concoctions until the supposed magic is gone with the help of other male relatives, rooted in faery-lore or an exercise in marital control? When Michael drenches Bridget in gasoline and sets her alight something dark within the men of the village is awoken. Set against a backdrop of folklore, religion and rural Ireland, The Burning plaits together the institution of marriage, misogyny and burning desire.Peformed by | MCS DramaWritten and Directed by | Lauren CarterProduced by | Leah O'Grady
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Hamburg, 1943. At the height of the allied bombing, teenagers living under Nazi rule defy the regime by dancing to banned jazz music in a secret underground bunker. When dangerous political pamphlets start to circulate, these Swing Kids need to decide just what it means to be free, and whether they should stand up to the Nazis more actively. Swing Heil was the phrase used by real White Rose activists in resistance to the Nazi regime.‘Inevitably invites comparison with Cabaret. Remarkably the show holds up very well against so mighty a prototype’ (Oxford Times).Peformed by | MCS DramaWritten and Directed by | Alex ThomasProduced by | Leah O'Grady
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Serge has bought a painting. Five foot by four. White. And if you look closely you can see some thin white diagonal lines. Serge thinks it's brilliant. Marc disagrees. Yvan isn’t sure. French author Yasmina Reza's enduring psychological deep-dive is given a concise new rendering in a minimalist setting, shining a spotlight onto the fickle foundations of friendship, marriage, and self-perception, and what it takes to be truly representative of the current time. From Oxford University's Clarendon Productions:‘Impeccable and immersive’ (Cherwell.org).‘Excellent… amazing… shining’ (WildRoseAndPearls.com).Performed and Produced by | Susie WeidmannProduced by | Lucas Angeliinstagram.com/clarendonproductions/
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This immersive, up-close dance experience delves into the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, self-discovery, and healing from maternal trauma. Featuring stunning original knitted installations and costumes that may be touched the show is performed by an all-female dance ensemble with dual leads. Weaving Me, Weaving Mum combines knitting and dance to explore the intricacies of female identity through the lens of real-life experiences of East Asian women seeking a path to self-discovery and reconciliation. Join us on an intimate journey of introspection and transformation.Cast | Jiarong Yu, Yuqiu WangDirected and Written by | Yuqiu WangChoreographed and Produced by | Jiarong YuSet and Costume Design by | Yuqiu WangThanks | Zuqi Dong, The Great Herneverlandspacetheatre.cargo.siteinstagram.com/neverlandspacetheater/tiktok.com/@weavingmeweavingmum
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How many lies have you told today? The average person lies twice a day – but then, they could be… This is an age of mendacity, where politicians lie, and the media spins half-truths. But Bear Pit Theatre are getting more personal. Because deceit is at the heart of humanity. These are the verbatim accounts of lies that have broken hearts and saved lives, told through physical theatre and puppetry in a glorious carnival of everyday strangeness. 'Hidden Gem’ (FringeReview.co.uk, on How To Be Lost)'.‘Hopeful and uplifting’ *****(EdinburghGuide.com, on Tales of Xenia).The Company | Issy Alexander,Emily Ash, Ivo Burton-Franklin, Lucy Cornwell, Silas De Groose, Izzy Hetherington, Jasper Kyriakoudis, Eddie Luchmun, Lola Milner, Lottie Redfearn, Bella Todd, Isadora Vargas Mafort Marco Vasylechko, Gabriel Ward, Zachary ZearfossDirected by | Jeremy PiperLighting Design | Aleanbh DaveySound Design | Anna GjetnesDesign and Stage Management | Zainab Woodinstagram.com/alleynsdrama/
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Remember the Kids from Fame? It’s time to meet the Kids with Nae Hame. Experience what it's like to grow up in care in the 1980s. Witness first-hand how they leave care, and adjust to independent living. Moving to present times, the show addresses the effects the care system has had on those who grow up it – and what is can be done to assist the care-experienced community. Created by care-experienced people, with songs from the hit TV series to enjoy. The songs represent a lifeline that help these kids cope with their ever-changing environment.Created by | Geraldine Smithinstagram.com/kidswithnaehame/
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Come merry folk from yonder to craft an original tale with the aid of your Story Master and a sprinkle of imagination. Fill in a character sheet, then watch your creations spring to life as they embark on an epic quest (or go way off track!). Will they fight a dragon? Save a village of pixies? Or get stuck in a dungeon and eat each others' shoes? Anything can happen! Your characters, your locations: their very fate is in your hands. An interactive, unscripted fantasy fun-filled show for all.Cast | Barney Thomas, Geoff Beard, Rhys Hinds, Thomas McGrath, Shannon Greaves, Nicky Hindmarch, Ashley Routh, Tom TurnerArtistic Director and Story Master | Terry Silverfacebook.com/sidequesttroupeinstagram.com/sidequestshow/
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A journey through the golden age of musical theatre. Featuring songs from Mary Poppins, Oliver! The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma!, Carousel, Singin’ in the Rain, Guys and Dolls, On the Town!, The King and I, Sweet Charity, West Side Story, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang… and many more! With songs from over thirty golden age Broadway and West End classics, this show offers something for everyone, whatever your musical theatre taste! Following a successful London debut, this incredible musical adventure comes to the Fringe, featuring performers from the West End and national tours.Created and Produced by | Chris Dilley and Sarah PrydePerformed by | Chris Dilley, Sarah Pryde, Rachael Bailey-Bird, Alex HancockLighting and Sound | Charlie GoochProduction Assistant | Niamh Churchwww.performintpro.co.ukfacebook.com/PerformersIProductionsinstagram.com/piproductions2018/
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Genius? Madman? Saint? As the 100th anniversary of the death of internationally renowned visionary architect Antoni Gaudí approaches, alongside the anticipated completion of his most famous work, Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia, AGAP Theatre returns to the Fringe with this vibrant new multimedia drama that tells his story, exploding with colour and creativity, encouraging us to make the most of every moment. Written and directed by Stephen Callaghan with the production team of their 2023 hit show Oggie! Oggie! Oggie!.'the man who tackles faith-based themes head-on… with sincerity and relatable passion' (BroadwayBaby.com),‘Top class!' (MumbleComedy.net).Cast | Stephen Callaghan, Russell Wheeler, Jacqueline GlencorseWritten and Directed by | Stephen CallaghanTechnical Director | Zachary O'NeillStage Manager | Niamh O'Donnellfacebook.com/agapglasgowinstagram.com/agapglasgow
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A rollercoaster ride through modern and post-modern musicals, rock opera, epics, jukebox theatre and the latest hit shows. Featuring songs from Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, Les Miserables, Phantom, Miss Saigon, Lion King, Rent, Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You, Six, Hamilton… and many more! With songs from over thirty Broadway and West End blockbusters, this show offers something for everyone, whatever your musical theatre taste! Following a successful London debut, this incredible musical adventure comes to the Fringe, featuring performers from the West End and national tours.Created and Produced by | Chris Dilley and Sarah PrydePerformed by | Chris Dilley, Sarah Pryde, Rachael Bailey-Bird, Alex HancockLighting and Sound | Charlie GoochProduction Assistant | Niamh Churchwww.performintpro.co.ukfacebook.com/PerformersIProductionsinstagram.com/piproductions2018/
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This original one-act comedy by Joel Smith reflects Samuel Beckett's work and themes. It centres on a single Beckett-type character, dealing with his life in the present, within his mother’s womb, and the one he is preparing to face in the vast world beyond. Apart from his struggles with the idea of his existence, he is forced to confront the overbearing presence of his mother and the constant clamour of the outside world, of which he is soon to be part of. Written and performed in the playful rhythm and style that is synonymous with Beckett's plays.Performed by | Paddy McEneaneyWritten by | Joel SmithDirected by | John CartySet and Costume Design by | Eniko HegyiLighting Design by | Michael CumminsSound Design by | Joe HuntMedia Design by | Talie MauProduced by | Paddy McEneaneyAssociate Producer | Brendan MurrayStage Manager and Technician | Jonas DellowThanks | The Board of Exit Does Theatre, The Staff of the Glens Centre, The Staff of ‘The Rainbow Ballroom’, Dylan McGloin, Ellie McGowan and Jay Ryanfacebook.com/exitdoestheatreinstagram.com/exitdoestheatre/
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A phantasmagorical imagining of our possible future, confronting the big problems facing the world in which we live: war, hunger, artificial intelligence. With a collection of technical effects, a solo live musician creates his own original wall of sound. Drawing inspiration from artists like Orbital and the Chemical Brothers, this uplifting experience has a serious message. A tribute to the poorest on the planet, to the children who suffer in conflict and to the flora and fauna of our ecosystem. In aid of the International Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. Free DVD.Created and Performed by | Henry DavisThis production is Pay What You Want. You can the ticket price you prefer to pay to reserve a place in advance, or turn up at the venue to see the show without a ticket if space is available. You will be able to give donations to the production in lieu of ticket sales after the after the performance.youtube.com/@solotronik1 Watch Trailer
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This raw and powerful exploration of a hard-hitting break-up will pull at your heartstrings and might even make you smile. Written and performed by singer/songwriter Tamara Williamson, with original alternative music and film, The Break-Up Diet defies traditional musical conventions to tell a gripping tale of infidelity, breakup, denial, and recovery. Tamara takes audiences on a captivating journey, with evocative storytelling and a range of emotions, that stays with them long after the show ends to offer a unique and unforgettable experience. An award-winning, powerful production from Canada.Created and Written by | Tamara WilliamsonBandLead | Tamara WilliamsonVoice,Guitar,Sax by | Sarah FazackerleyBass by | Chris WallerDrums, programs by | Stephen PitkinProduction team | Tamara Williamson, Heather Cook ScalaThanksAll the people who donated and came to watch the showRichard for creating the filmwww.breakupdiet.cafacebook.com/tamarawilliamson1000intagram.com/tamarawilliamson1000/tiktok.com/@breakupdiet Watch Trailer
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A phantasmagorical imagining of our possible future, confronting the big problems facing the world in which we live: war, hunger, artificial intelligence. With a collection of technical effects, a solo live musician creates his own original wall of sound. Drawing inspiration from artists like Orbital and the Chemical Brothers, this uplifting experience has a serious message. A tribute to the poorest on the planet, to the children who suffer in conflict and to the flora and fauna of our ecosystem. In aid of the International Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders. Free DVD.Created and Performed by | Henry Davisyoutube.com/@solotronik1 Watch Trailer
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A unique physical dance show produced to carry your imagination across the cultures of Zimbabwe and Africa through music and dance. Fast-paced African Warrior dances, traditional ceremonial dances, gumboot dance and African contemporary jives are closely accompanied by the sweet melodies of African voices. The Drum (Ingungu) plays a great role in delivering a heart-stopping display of well-choreographed dance moves while instruments like Amarimba (Xylophone), Hosho and Mbira bring everything together. Finally, African costumes brighten a production which proves that art from Zimbabwe is indeed a Jewel of Africa.Created and Peformed by | Ezimnyama Dance EnsembleDirected by | Phibion NcubeTour Manager | Thulani Javas SibandaManagement Company | Exclusive Managementwww.exclusiveperformers.com/uk-tour-2024facebook.com/EzimnyamaDanceZimbabweyoutube.com/watch?v=pRsyfzQspkQ
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Playwright Winsome Pinnock gives a compelling voice to the enslaved woman who was the the first person to be accused of witchcraft during the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Relegated to the sidelines of history in Arthur Miller’s Crucible, Tituba is resurrected with complexity and humanity. A stranger and perhaps truer story of the events that led to her confessions and the havoc they caused. Contextualising cultural norms of the time and asking difficult questions, Tituba invites her audience to confront the horrors of the past with humour and compassion.Performed by | Faith Martin AbongoWritten by | Winsome PinnockDirected and Produced by | Faith Martin AbongoSet and Costume and Sound Design by | Faith Martin AbongoWe regret to announce that this production of Tituba has been cancelled for reasons beyond the control of PolyXo.PolyXo will instead perform The Elephant in the Room, at the dates and times that Tituba was to be performed. To book for The Elephant in the Room please see res.cthearts.com/event/34:4786
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