Rory Cargill's performance, guided by the flamboyant Beau Crème, offers a comedic dive into TV history's parodies. An engaging blend of humor and audience participation makes this show a theatrical must-see at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Tag: Festival Fringe 2026
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Mortal Sin – Wee Room at Gilded Balloon Teviot
Mortal Sin, presented by Benjamin Reilly, is a narrative-rich exploration of 1960s rural Ireland through the eyes of friends Colm and Peggy. The performances shine, vividly portraying their struggles against societal norms in a powerful, emotional story.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Werewolf – TechCube 0 at Summerhall
Binge Culture's immersive show, Werewolf, at Summerhall features audience interaction and a mounting sense of dread. While it skillfully establishes tension, the final reveal slightly undermines its suspense. Overall, it promises an engaging, thrilling experience for horror enthusiasts.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: In Other Words – Just The Attic at Just The Tonic at The Mash House
In Other Words, a captivating solo show by Maya Shoham at the Festival Fringe, merges storytelling, spoken word, and humor to explore the complexities of growing up in a multilingual environment. Despite some teething issues, its creativity and engaging performance make it a standout, resonating with universal themes of identity and belonging.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Mothman: A Romance Musical – Belly Button at Underbelly, Cowgate
Mothman is exactly what the Fringe needs: a schlocky, low budget, laugh machine that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: The Trials of Magnus Coffinkey – Red Lecture Theatre at Summerhall
Partnered with the baby loss charity Tommy’s, The Trials of Magnus Coffinkey is an extraordinarily poignant, brave exploration of creative coping mechanisms. It is an intelligent, deeply moving piece of theatre that, despite its minor staging flaws, leaves a profound, lingering mark on the heart.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Pajama Talks – Stephenson Theatre at theSpace @ Surgeons’ Hall
Tarczy-Hornoch’s true to life and touching writing illustrates how tender moments of our youth are never contained in a shoebox, but come to stud and glitter the present.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Diary of a Mad Man – Roxyboxy at Assembly Roxy
Mark McAuley’s "Diary of a Mad Man" is a multimedia theatre piece reflecting on the rise of the far-right and social media's impact. While the political messaging sometimes overshadows the narrative, McAuley delivers an engaging performance with striking multimedia elements, provoking intense emotions despite a lack of nuanced insights.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Man or Bear – Red Lecture Theatre at Summerhall
"Man Or Bear," created by Katie Hurley and Sarah Hehir, explores the impacts of male violence on women’s lives, particularly through the lens of single motherhood. Strong performances, particularly by Amaia Naima Aguinaga, elevate the poignant narrative.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Gearóid Farrelly: No Pressure – Studio Five at Assembly George Square Studios
Farrelly delivers a great high-energy performance this year, full of punch lines and current issues which will have you continually laughing out loud—this is one to watch and worth a look. Catch him before the run ends at this Fringe festival at Studio 5 Assembly Festival, Edinburgh.