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Hold on to Your Butts at Pleasance Courtyard
Dates: 8/12/2026 - 8/26/2026
📍 Theatre: Pleasance Courtyard
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Recent Cutbacks returns to Edinburgh Fringe with a limited three-night run of Hold on to Your Butts, a shot-for-shot parody of the greatest dinosaur film of all time. The show previously sold out in two consecutive years at the Fringe and subsequently transferred to London ahead of a UK tour and an off-Broadway debut. Performances take place on August 12, 19, and 26 at 20:30.
Cast and Creative Team for Hold on to Your Butts at Pleasance Courtyard
Cast
Nick Abeel
Ensemble
Matt Zambrano
Ensemble
Kerry Ipema
Ensemble
Kelly Robinson
Foley
Creative Team
James Appleby
Stage Manager
Kristin McCarthy Parker
Director
Kristin McCarthy Parker
Producer
James Appleby
Lighting Designer
News About Hold on to Your Butts at Pleasance Courtyard
FLY, YOU FOOLS! to Return to Edinburgh Fringe
May 29, 2026 Recent Cutbacks will return to Pleasance Courtyard at Edinburgh Fringe with FLY, YOU FOOLS!, a live parody compressing 178 minutes of iconic fantasy cinema into 60, featuring three actors and a Foley artist.
EDINBURGH 2025: Review: FLY, YOU FOOLS!: RECENT CUTBACKS, Pleasance Courtyard, Pleasance Beyond
August 14, 2025 From the creators of Hold On To Your Butts, Recent Cutbacks return with a gloriously inventive UK premiere which transforms an epic fantasy film into a joyous, lo fi theatrical romp. This is not simply a parody but a love letter to the genre, brimming with clever theatrical tricks and affection for its source.
EDINBURGH 2025: Fly, You Fools! Q&A
July 03, 2025 From the creators of smash-hit Hold On To Your Butts comes a new UK premiere! Three actors and a Foley artist band together – in fellowship – to perform a live, shot-for-shot parody of the most epic fantasy film of all time. A jaw-dropping blend of comedy, physical theatre, and live Foley that proves even the smallest of acting ensembles can change the course of the future.
HOLD ONTO YOUR BUTTS To Return To Edinburgh Festival Fringe
June 20, 2025 Recent Cutbacks will present Hold on to Your Butts, a live, shot-for-shot parody of the greatest dinosaur film of all time. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
US Comedy Ensemble Recent Cutbacks Brings FLY, YOU FOOLS! to Edinburgh Fringe
June 05, 2025 Recent Cutbacks will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer with the UK premiere of Fly, You Fools!—a lovingly absurd live parody of one of the most beloved fantasy films of all time.
Pleasance Theatre Trust's Edinburgh Fringe Programme Announces Third On-sale
May 07, 2024 Discover the latest additions to Pleasance's programme with their third epic on-sale. Get updates on new shows, dates, and what to expect from the upcoming performances.About the Theatre
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