Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: GIRLZ – Doonstairs at Gilded Balloon Patter House

GIRLZ, set in the music industry, explores friendships and struggles of girl groups, led by Nicky. Despite strong performances and catchy songs, the writing lacks depth, requiring further editing for improvement.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: hame. teeth. CLUB. – Iron Belly at Underbelly, Cowgate

Hame. Teeth. CLUB. is an impressive, vital piece of contemporary theatre - a gripping showcase of local-born talent that speaks with honesty, bite, and extraordinary spirit. There is an undoubted future for everyone involved here; and so there should be.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: War of the Worlds (On a Budget) – Upstairs at Pleasance Courtyard

Lamphouse Theatre's "War of the Worlds (On a Budget)" is a chaotic, humorous adaptation of H.G. Wells' classic, featuring physical comedy and audience participation. Tom Fox shines as the showman, while Becky Owen-Fisher excels in script and technical execution.

Edinburgh International Festival 2026 Review: Four Walls and a Roof – The Studio Theatre, Edinburgh

"Four Walls and a Roof," directed by Lina Majdalanie and Rabih Mroué, explores modern exile and political censorship through a historical lens. While intellectually rich, its academic execution detracts from theatrical engagement and emotional impact.

Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026 Review: These Violent Delights

Scottish Ballet’s feature film, These Violent Delights, reimagines Shakespeare's tragedy with psychological intensity and dynamic choreography. It explores youth and alienation, featuring captivating solos and an evocative score, set for UK release on October 21.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Goodbye Dandelion – Belly Dancer at Underbelly, Cowgate

Goodbye Dandelion is a touching storytelling performance by Maddie and Marcus Rice, blending humor with poignant themes around death and life's appreciation, leaving audiences both entertained and reflective.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Sanctuary – Ace Dome at Pleasance Dome

James Rowland's Team Viking blends humor and tragedy as it recounts his friendship with Tom and Sarah, culminating in Tom's heart cancer diagnosis and a Viking funeral wish, creating a poignant yet lively storytelling experience.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Pink Rabbit – Daisy at Underbelly, Bristo Square

Farah Ashraf's Pink Rabbit explores the struggles of an eighteen-year-old British Muslim woman balancing family expectations and personal freedom through digital content creation, showcasing Ashraf's talent in a thought-provoking solo performance.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: DARKFILED: COMA at Assembly George Square

DARKFIELD's COMA offers a unique audio-driven experience where audiences lie immobilized on beds, confronting the psychological implications of being comatose. The show provokes deep reflection, making it a must-see performance at the Fringe.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Will & Noah: Dinner Dinner Chicken Winner – The Wee Coo at Underbelly, George Square

Nate Kitch's "Replica" humorously explores absurdity and confusion, engaging audiences with its unconventional style, although some audience interactions detracted from his performance's overall impact.