Russell Brand performing stand up on the strangeness of the last 18 months: what have we learned and not learned? And how do you ‘get back to normal’ if you’ve never been normal?
Age guideline: recommended ages 16+
14th International Congress of cleft lip, palate and related craniofacial anomalies.
A hallucination from the mad, sensational life of Nico, Andy Warhol's Muse. This multimedia performance explores the whimsical anima of model and performance artist, Christa Päffgen, aka Nico. The priestess of gothic rock; Warhol's superstar muse; sometime-singer for the Velvet Underground. A journey through Nico's volatile relationships with her father, her son, and her lover/poet mentor Jim Morrison, her initiation into fashion and the avant-garde, and her struggle with addiction. A psychedelic, intimate, hallucinatory encounter that seduces us to descend the rabbit hole of Nico's world and into the essential nature of the artist, poet and icon.
"Not even a pandemic could knock NewsRevue off its perch"
Spectacular world renowned ballet company journey from Kyiv. Freedom Ballet celebrate their 20th anniversary in Edinburgh with 14 incredible dancers. An outstanding dance collective. Their intimate, sensual ballet is astonishing. This adaptation of their hit show Boudoir is about the moment of life, when knowing yourself, your love and your loss, you can truly see yourself in the mirror. Credits include performing with Franco Dragone, legendary director of Cirque de Soleil, and sharing the stage with Dita Von Teese, Queen of Burlesque Cabaret. Sold out tours in more than 30 countries with over 5,000 performances
This living legend and world-class entertainer returns with the Broadway version of a five-star journey through Black music and his incredible life, filled with tap dance, stories and comedy. Featuring Ray Charles, James Brown, Sam Cooke, Otis Redding, Michael Jackson and Prince. One of the last great song and dance men, his award-winning entertainment career spans five decades alongside the very best: BB King, James Brown, Stevie Wonder. "Exceptional." ★★★★★ Scotsman "Grooviest Renaissance Man." ★★★★★ BroadwayBaby.com People's Choice Award, Vancouver and Toronto Festivals. Voted Best Rhythm'n'Blues Artist, LA Radios.
Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs back to the Fringe with these in-depth interviews featuring audience questions. Today's guest is the legendary Scottish impressionist and comedian, Rory Bremner. "The indefatigable Iain Dale always cuts to the nub of politics." Adam Boulton "There are very few commentators and broadcasters with an instinctive feel for real politics. Iain Dale does, which makes him endlessly listenable-to and peerless." Andrew Marr
Award-winning LBC presenter brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs back to the Fringe with an in-depth interview featuring audience questions. Today's guests are left-wing journalists, activists and commentators, Owen Jones and Ash Sarkar. Jones writes for The Guardian amongst others, and Sarkar is senior editor at Novara Media. "The indefatigable Iain Dale always cuts to the nub of politics." Adam Boulton "There are very few commentators and broadcasters with an instinctive feel for real politics. Iain Dale does, which makes him endlessly listenable-to and peerless." Andrew Marr
Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs back to the Fringe with these in-depth interviews featuring audience questions. Today's guest is musical theatre lyricist and author Tim Rice, whose works include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Evita, Chess and Jesus Christ Superstar. "The indefatigable Iain Dale always cuts to the nub of politics." Adam Boulton "There are very few commentators and broadcasters with an instinctive feel for real politics. Iain Dale does, which makes him endlessly listenable-to and peerless." Andrew Marr
Jerry Sadowitz returns with his whacky impressions of Greta Thunberg, Frankie Boyle and deep vein thrombosis. He also promises to do less hate-fuelled swearing and focus more on faux liberal pish in order to appeal to the middle class and their disposable income and personalities. "Please note that I might just do card tricks and say nothing for a whole hour or I might just do the usual 'screaming fascist' schtick. Or both. Patrons may wish to drink alcohol pre-show to avoid boredom, embarrassment and guilt."
Gutsy, jazzy, bluesy, roots rock from Edinburgh band who sound like they’ve been lurking on the dark side of Memphis; with blistering guitar, sparkling percussion and classy, smoky vocals. Original songs delivered with fiery panache. Fronted by the dynamic Liz Jones, a surprisingly unique and gripping vocalist, they enjoy national radio play, sell-out shows and great reviews. Six-piece band including drums and bass, with veteran Blues’N’Trouble axeman John Bruce on guitar, along with rising keys maestro Jamie Hamilton and percussionist Suzy Cargill. The genre shifting answer to Edinburgh’s rootsy rock and blues needs!
Let award-winning Scottish troubadour and band (with special guest Kirsten Adamson, daughter of Big Country's Stuart) transport you to a sepia-stained cantina with songs from his acclaimed new Sinner's Shrine album (recorded with musicians from Calexico). A unique blend of Scottish roots and Americana, with added desert noir. A multi-talented band including bass, electric guitar and trumpet with Dean's searingly soulful voice upfront, conjure the magic of the US desert states infused with Scotland's post-industrial heartland. Songs of love and lust, sinners and saints, the displaced, the wanderers and the border ghosts
Get your vaccinations and cocktails because everyone's favourite clown in a gown, Bianca Del Rio, is returning to the stage. She's vaxxed, she's waxed and she has more attitude than ever. The pandemic may be ending, but Bianca is just getting started. If you liked Covid-19, you'll love Bianca-22. Fierce, funny and fabulous, she sandblasted her name in the annals of pop culture on RuPaul's Drag Race. Thanks to her snarky frankness, impeccable timing and politically incorrect humour, she became the breakout star, winning the sixth season. "Joan Rivers of the Drag World." New York Times
Exuberant fusion of funky mbalax/Afrobeat rhythms with undercurrents of ska, rock, Senegalese soul; original songs with impassioned vocals, infectious guitar licks and irresistible dance grooves. Led by charismatic Senegalese singer Samba Sene, Diwan is a diverse international collection of musicians who share a global outlook and love of West African beats. Original songs with influences including Youssou N'Dour, Bob Marley, Aswad and Samba's former mentor Baaba Maal. Get your Senegalese groove on! "Top quality world music." ★★★★★ EdinburghSpotlight.com "Blistering tequila sunrise of a gig." ★★★★ BroadwayBaby.com "Exuberant, richly layered." ★★★★ Scotsman
Insurgent alt country outfit led by The Rezillos’ Fay Fife. Think of the Cramps meeting Johnny Cash in an unholy alchemy of country, punk and gospel. Four-piece band, including drums, bass, guitar and original songs, in the intimate Lammermuir Theatre. Fay’s glorious vocals – rich, dark and powerful – combine with Allan (So You Think You’re A Cowboy) McDowall’s singing guitars and harmony vocals to create a perfect storm to play with your emotions. Previewing songs from their upcoming debut studio album, Star of the Sea. "Great songs with real drive and energy." Fife Today
Come and join Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends at In the Night Garden Live in their hit new show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day - where Igglepiggle looks for his friends and follows their funny sounds until he finds them all.