BeetleMania is a lively, engaging musical that captures the excitement of aspiring popstars in the 1960s, highlighting quirky characters and catchy tunes.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: I Was Never Here (there is no spy show) – Studio at theSpace @ Niddry St
Leo Lion's interactive show, "I Was Never Here," blends humor and emotional depth, guiding audiences through a complex journey of memory and choices, ultimately showcasing Lion's creativity and skill.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Shinjuku – Olive Studio at Greenside @ George Street
Shinjuku, directed by Claire Wood, tackles themes of motherhood and manosphere influence, though its message becomes muddled amidst character dramas and unfulfilled potential.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Tether 인연 – Main Hall, Summerhall
Tether 인연 is a captivating cross-cultural theatre production that explores love and loss through powerful performances and live music, inviting a communal experience.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: The Hunger – Lower and Upper Theatre, theSpace @ Niddry St
If there’s one thing Black Bright Theatre does well, it’s horror, and The Hunger is certainly horrifying. The script is tight and well structured, unspooling the terrifying outside world bit by bit without ever explicitly telling the audience what to be afraid of exactly.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Jill’s Tupperware Party – Belly Laugh, Underbelly Cowgate
Jill's Tupperware Party is an interactive, comedic show that captivates audiences through absurdity, community, and unexpected performances.
Edinburgh International Festival 2026 Review: [seagull] – The Studio, Edinburgh
Eloise Robertson's review praises Stijn Van Opstal's adaptation of Chekhov's The Seagull, highlighting its innovative use of Flemish Sign Language, engaging supertitles, and strong performances.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Glass Child – Old Lab, Summerhall
"Glass Child is a profound documentary dance-theatre piece that explores sibling devotion and societal prejudice, showcasing the authentic bond between two artists with lived experiences."
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Moth and Dog Are Dying to Get Out – 10 Dome, Pleasance Dome
"Moth and Dog Are Dying To Get Out" explores masculinity through two contrasting characters. Strong performances and engaging writing create a compelling, emotionally charged experience.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: House of Life – Udderbelly, George Square
"House of Life" at Udderbelly blends satire and music for a joyous experience. Though audience participation occasionally overshadowed the performers, it leaves spectators uplifted and entertained.