Candle House Collective's play "Claws" offers a unique interactive experience where the audience engages via phone with an actor portraying a customer service representative. The narrative revolves around a deception involving a monster in a closet. While innovative and entertaining, the overall tension lacks seriousness, suggesting room for improvement in storytelling.
With a song in our heart, the team has been hard at work figuring out which of the year's many (many) showtunes, powerballads, and shows with songs make the cut for Top Musical Picks at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Oil and Whiskey arrives at the Fringe with New York swagger, blending country‑rock storytelling and off‑Broadway charm in a breakup musical that’s equal parts heartache and humour. As two former lovers retrace their relationship over a few too many whiskies, the show — composed by Nashville’s Kit Nolan — turns romantic misadventure into a free, … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 – Oil & Whiskey
"Shall Roger Casement Hang?" at Hill Street Theatre, directed by Hannah Bradley Croall, examines power and personal mythology through an intense dialogue between Sir Roger Casement and Captain Hall. The production balances dense political themes with intimate performances, showcasing the complexities of loyalty and identity. A notable debut for Union Theatre Company, it enriches Edinburgh's arts scene.
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe returns with over 3,000 shows, featuring Scottish, UK, and world premieres. This year highlights theatre for children and young people, exploring themes like identity and environmentalism. Various productions promise immersive experiences from clown adventures to puppet shows, celebrating creativity, resilience, and the joy of storytelling.
Dreambite Collective return with a sharp new queer romcom, following a dancer and a climate activist whose holiday fling on a Mediterranean cruise unravels when they discover they’re dating the same person. As sparks turn to sabotage and the pair target the ship’s environmental impact. Playwright Katrina Bennett has a chat with the team to … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 – Cruising
Big Live’s adaptation of Dracula, directed and choreographed by Joel Burke, is a visually captivating but flawed ballet. The production highlights the relationship between Dracula, Mina, and Jonathan Harker, but suffers from pre-recorded music and inconsistent lighting. Abbey Hansen's performance as Mina stands out, yet the adaptation's limited focus leaves much to be desired.
"Stories for Boys," directed by Hope Wishart and written by Kieron Barry, captivates with its unpredictable narrative and surreal elements. The play explores love and mortality through whimsical characters, Asso and Basso, amidst absurd skits by a chorus. Its unique design enhances its dreamlike quality, blending comedy and tragedy seamlessly.
From Bog Witches to Vibrators, Bigfoot to 'Happy Little Accidents', this year, our team of twelve Fringe writers (thus far) sat down and tackled our main bread and butter for the season; Theatre. Top Theatrical Picks - The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Revolution Days, directed by Shilpa T-Hyland and written by Mariem Omari, explores the humanitarian impacts of war through the eyes of aid worker Samira. The production captures the complexities of conflict, blending personal experiences with dark humor, while emphasizing the importance of bearing witness to human stories amid chaos.
