Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: James Trickey: Split – Bunker Two at Pleasance Courtyard

Trickey has real, genuine potential to fiercely balance charming, ribbing stories and observations with bigger-picture, poignant life philosophy. He is very likeable, obviously smart and perceptive. Trickey has the promise of being a seriously powerful comedian who packs out rooms with both laughter and feeling.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: A Play of Two Halves – Tynecastle 1874 Bar, Tynecastle Stadium

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.

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.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Jonathan Oldfield: Exquisite Corpse – Below at Pleasance Courtyard

Jonathon Oldfield's debut show 'Exquisite Corpse' at the Fringe is an hour of absurd character comedy, featuring a mix of his eccentric characters and audience-inspired creations. With rapid pacing and engaging physical gags, the performance delights, although the concept could be further developed. Overall, it's a fun, chaotic experience showcasing Oldfield's comedic talent.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Trans People Are Awful – Bunker One at Pleasance Courtyard

"Stand Up If You're Here Tonight" by John Kolvenbach is an immersive theatrical experience, compelling audiences to actively participate, and exploring themes of humanity and connection through poetry and interaction, led by performer Jim Ortlieb.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Cruising – Bunker Three at Pleasance Courtyard

Dreambite Collective's "Cruising" explores a chaotic encounter between two partners of the same person on a polluting cruise ship, balancing queer themes with underdeveloped climate activism, resulting in missed potential.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 Review: Stand Up If You’re Here Tonight – Dairy Room at Underbelly, Bristo Square

"Stand Up If You're Here Tonight" by John Kolvenbach is an immersive theatrical experience, compelling audiences to actively participate, and exploring themes of humanity and connection through poetry and interaction, led by performer Jim Ortlieb.

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: BeetleMania – Space 1 at theSpace on the Mile

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.