DOMINIC FRISBY'S FINANCIAL GAME SHOW Comes to Edinburgh
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2018
For his much anticipated return to Edinburgh, following his widely-acclaimed show, Let's Talk About Tax, the world's only financial expert and comedian, Dominic Frisby has devised a new game show that mixes The Price Is Right with Mastermind. It's all about money, finance, economics - you know, boffin stuff but made exciting.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2018
For his much anticipated return to Edinburgh, following his widely-acclaimed show, Let's Talk About Tax, the world's only financial expert and comedian, Dominic Frisby has devised a new game show that mixes The Price Is Right with Mastermind. It's all about money, finance, economics - you know, boffin stuff but made exciting.
Star Of Radio 4 Extra, Comedian Laura Lexx, Takes Her Depression To The Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2018
Recently, Laura has been busy hosting on BBC Radio 4 Extra's Comedy Club, winning the UK Comedy Award and being nominated for a Chortle Award... for the third time. However, for most of 2017 Laura was trying to get through therapy, trying the patience of everyone, and trying unsuccessfully for a baby. Given all that, Laura wasn't at the Edinburgh Fringe last year - instead she was in a tent in France with two small children and her mother looking for answers.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2018
Recently, Laura has been busy hosting on BBC Radio 4 Extra's Comedy Club, winning the UK Comedy Award and being nominated for a Chortle Award... for the third time. However, for most of 2017 Laura was trying to get through therapy, trying the patience of everyone, and trying unsuccessfully for a baby. Given all that, Laura wasn't at the Edinburgh Fringe last year - instead she was in a tent in France with two small children and her mother looking for answers.
MURDER, SHE DIDN'T WRITE To Perform At Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
Fresh from a smash hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe at Pleasance last year, and currently enjoying a West End residency at Leicester Square Theatre, Degrees of Error bring their hilarious and innovative Murder, She Didn't Write back up to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2018. In this riotous show, the audience becomes both author and sleuth as they are invited to help to create their very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece - and to watch it unfold on stage.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
Fresh from a smash hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe at Pleasance last year, and currently enjoying a West End residency at Leicester Square Theatre, Degrees of Error bring their hilarious and innovative Murder, She Didn't Write back up to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2018. In this riotous show, the audience becomes both author and sleuth as they are invited to help to create their very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece - and to watch it unfold on stage.
July Events Announced for Underbelly Festival: International Circus Superstars, Top Class Comedy, Diverse Drag & Fantastical Family Entertainment
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The burst of June sunshine radiated summer vibes on Underbelly Festival Southbank and the party continues throughout July with an extraordinary festival or circus, comedy, cabaret and family fun.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
The burst of June sunshine radiated summer vibes on Underbelly Festival Southbank and the party continues throughout July with an extraordinary festival or circus, comedy, cabaret and family fun.
Lee Nelson Set To Embark On The Third Leg Of Hit 'Serious Joker' Tour
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
After handing Prime Minister Theresa May her P45 during the Conservative Party Conference before being frogmarched out and swiftly arrested, this spring will see Simon Brodkin embark on the third leg of his hit stand-up tour 'Serious Joker' as the impish Lee Nelson with 29 dates added across the country, including two shows at London's Leicester Square Theatre on 30th May and 14th June, bringing the tour to 153 dates. Lee will be coming to a town near you from Wednesday 2nd May with tickets on general sale from 26th January at leenelson.com.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
After handing Prime Minister Theresa May her P45 during the Conservative Party Conference before being frogmarched out and swiftly arrested, this spring will see Simon Brodkin embark on the third leg of his hit stand-up tour 'Serious Joker' as the impish Lee Nelson with 29 dates added across the country, including two shows at London's Leicester Square Theatre on 30th May and 14th June, bringing the tour to 153 dates. Lee will be coming to a town near you from Wednesday 2nd May with tickets on general sale from 26th January at leenelson.com.
ARE THERE MORE OF YOU? Gives a Voice to Women and the #MeToo Movement at Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
Hint of Lime Presents Are There More of You? Written and performed by Alison Skilbeck, and directed by Jeremy Stockwell. The show comes to Edinburgh Fringe August 1 - 27.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
Hint of Lime Presents Are There More of You? Written and performed by Alison Skilbeck, and directed by Jeremy Stockwell. The show comes to Edinburgh Fringe August 1 - 27.
GULLIVER RETURNS Comes to Edinburgh Fringe 18
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Inspired by Jonathan Swift's savage masterpiece Gulliver's Travels, Gulliver Returns is a haunting new play about broken dreams and enduring love. Raging, tragic and magical, it digs deep into the heart of Swift's sweeping epic to reveal the story of a grieving couple trying to put themselves back together in a world that's tearing itself apart.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Inspired by Jonathan Swift's savage masterpiece Gulliver's Travels, Gulliver Returns is a haunting new play about broken dreams and enduring love. Raging, tragic and magical, it digs deep into the heart of Swift's sweeping epic to reveal the story of a grieving couple trying to put themselves back together in a world that's tearing itself apart.
AGATHA IS MISSING Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
Agatha Christie is missing and barmy ace detective, Miss Clarissa Marbles, needs your help in solving the crime. Was it the cook, the husband, the secret admirer . . . or you? Everyone is a suspect in this fun-filled murder mystery. If you have a criminal record or any skeletons in your closet, she'll find out. And of course don't hesitate to inform on your neighbours. The audience votes on the best solution to this rollicking whodunit and a lovely prize will be awarded to the winner!
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
Agatha Christie is missing and barmy ace detective, Miss Clarissa Marbles, needs your help in solving the crime. Was it the cook, the husband, the secret admirer . . . or you? Everyone is a suspect in this fun-filled murder mystery. If you have a criminal record or any skeletons in your closet, she'll find out. And of course don't hesitate to inform on your neighbours. The audience votes on the best solution to this rollicking whodunit and a lovely prize will be awarded to the winner!
MAGIC 8 BALL (MY LIFE WITH ASPERGER'S) Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
Told with a Magic 8 Ball, George Steeve's solo show chronicles his trials and tribulations living on the autism spectrum. From childhood to adulthood, experience his challenges with school, dating and trying hard to fit in, always hoping that stardom would one day finally grant him acceptance.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2018
Told with a Magic 8 Ball, George Steeve's solo show chronicles his trials and tribulations living on the autism spectrum. From childhood to adulthood, experience his challenges with school, dating and trying hard to fit in, always hoping that stardom would one day finally grant him acceptance.
Award Winning Blind Summit Return to Edinburgh with Extreme Puppetry
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Multi-award winning puppetry innovators Blind Summit present the UK premiere of their brand new show HENRY, a 3 person, 1 puppet theatrical memoir from beyond the grave, at the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Henry will be staged at the Pleasance Dome (venue 23) from Saturday 11 to Sunday 26 August 2018; and follows the huge Edinburgh Fringe successes of Citizen Puppet (2015) and The Table (2011), both Scotsman Fringe First Award winners.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Multi-award winning puppetry innovators Blind Summit present the UK premiere of their brand new show HENRY, a 3 person, 1 puppet theatrical memoir from beyond the grave, at the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Henry will be staged at the Pleasance Dome (venue 23) from Saturday 11 to Sunday 26 August 2018; and follows the huge Edinburgh Fringe successes of Citizen Puppet (2015) and The Table (2011), both Scotsman Fringe First Award winners.
Edinburgh International Festival's Standard Life Aberdeen Opening Event: Five Telegrams Announces Opportunities for Scotland's Youth
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Today the Edinburgh International Festival issued a call to Scotland's young people to lend their voice in realising its spectacular opening event.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Today the Edinburgh International Festival issued a call to Scotland's young people to lend their voice in realising its spectacular opening event.
BWW Review: NASHVILLE LIVE!, Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 08, 2018
'Nashville Live' transports you right into the heart of downtown Nashville, celebrating the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 08, 2018
'Nashville Live' transports you right into the heart of downtown Nashville, celebrating the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music.
Viscera Theatre Company Return To The Edinburgh Fringe With YOU ONLY LIVE FOREVER
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Two lovers take an elixir with ever-lasting consequences. The creators of five-star sell-out hit, In Tents and Purposes (Assemble Fringe 2016/SOHO Theatre/UK Tour), return to compete with their egos in a new comedy-play about the reality of living for eternity.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Two lovers take an elixir with ever-lasting consequences. The creators of five-star sell-out hit, In Tents and Purposes (Assemble Fringe 2016/SOHO Theatre/UK Tour), return to compete with their egos in a new comedy-play about the reality of living for eternity.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Announces Elizabeth Newman as New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is delighted to announce that Elizabeth Newman has been appointed as its new Artistic Director from September this year.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is delighted to announce that Elizabeth Newman has been appointed as its new Artistic Director from September this year.
Edinburgh International Festival Managing Director Joanna Baker To Step Down
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Joanna Baker is to step down as Managing Director of the Edinburgh International Festival at the end of the year. Joanna has been Managing Director of the International Festival since 2006. She joined in 1992 as Marketing and Public Affairs Director and has since led the growth and development of the organisation across communications, programming, finance, governance and general management. She played a major role in the establishment of Scotland's first audience development agency, The Audience Business (now Culture Republic), Festivals Edinburgh, which she chaired for its first three years, and the Edinburgh International Culture Summit.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Joanna Baker is to step down as Managing Director of the Edinburgh International Festival at the end of the year. Joanna has been Managing Director of the International Festival since 2006. She joined in 1992 as Marketing and Public Affairs Director and has since led the growth and development of the organisation across communications, programming, finance, governance and general management. She played a major role in the establishment of Scotland's first audience development agency, The Audience Business (now Culture Republic), Festivals Edinburgh, which she chaired for its first three years, and the Edinburgh International Culture Summit.
National Theatre Of Scotland Presents Four Shows At The 2018 Festivals
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Two world premieres at the Edinburgh Fringe: international co-production First Snow / Premiere neige, and My Left Right Foot -The Musical, a riotous new musical comedy celebrating Birds of Paradise's 25th year.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Two world premieres at the Edinburgh Fringe: international co-production First Snow / Premiere neige, and My Left Right Foot -The Musical, a riotous new musical comedy celebrating Birds of Paradise's 25th year.
BWW Review: DERREN BROWN- UNDERGROUND, Theatre Royal, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 06, 2018
Direct from the West End, the multi-award winning master of mind-control and psychological illusion returns to amaze, astonish and enthral audiences with his latest smash hit show. Bringing together a collection of the very best of his work, Derren Brown: Underground promises a jaw-dropping experience of magical genius and epic showmanship not to be missed.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 06, 2018
Direct from the West End, the multi-award winning master of mind-control and psychological illusion returns to amaze, astonish and enthral audiences with his latest smash hit show. Bringing together a collection of the very best of his work, Derren Brown: Underground promises a jaw-dropping experience of magical genius and epic showmanship not to be missed.
He's Dying To Get Rich - VOLPONE Comes to The Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
With servant Mosca, wealthy Volpone convinces the rich citizens of Venice he is on his deathbed - prompting them to shower him with gifts in the hope they will became his sole heir. Buoyed by success, the pair persuade merchant Corvino to offer his beautiful wife to bring Volpone back to health. Meanwhile three English tourists get involved in nefarious schemes. How will it all end?
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
With servant Mosca, wealthy Volpone convinces the rich citizens of Venice he is on his deathbed - prompting them to shower him with gifts in the hope they will became his sole heir. Buoyed by success, the pair persuade merchant Corvino to offer his beautiful wife to bring Volpone back to health. Meanwhile three English tourists get involved in nefarious schemes. How will it all end?
America's Largest Circus Makes Its European Premiere At Underbelly's Circus Hub This Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Having electrified US audiences for 25 years, America's largest circus makes it's European premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. UniverSoul: Hip-Hop Under the Big Top, combines edge-of-your-seat performances, stunning spectacle, hilarious audience participation and a soundtrack that will blow the roof off the big top tent!
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Having electrified US audiences for 25 years, America's largest circus makes it's European premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. UniverSoul: Hip-Hop Under the Big Top, combines edge-of-your-seat performances, stunning spectacle, hilarious audience participation and a soundtrack that will blow the roof off the big top tent!
ENTER THE DRAGONS Comes to Edinburgh Fringe 2018
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Award-winning comedy Enter the Dragons is set to make its Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut following critically-acclaimed Brighton Fringe run.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Award-winning comedy Enter the Dragons is set to make its Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut following critically-acclaimed Brighton Fringe run.
DUST Comes to Edinburgh Fringe 2018
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
The Assembly Room's iconic Ballroom will be home to an incredible marriage of music and film this Edinburgh Festival Fringe as the world premiere of DUST, by critically-acclaimed trio The Melomaniacs, comes to Assembly this August.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
The Assembly Room's iconic Ballroom will be home to an incredible marriage of music and film this Edinburgh Festival Fringe as the world premiere of DUST, by critically-acclaimed trio The Melomaniacs, comes to Assembly this August.
Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA to Waltz into Festival Theatre Edinburgh in June
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
New Adventures has announced the tour dates for the much-anticipated return of Matthew Bourne's 'CINDERELLA'. The tour opened on Saturday 9 December 2017 at Sadler's Wells, with dates at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Today 5 June Saturday 9 June 2018. Press night is set for Today 5 June 2018.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
New Adventures has announced the tour dates for the much-anticipated return of Matthew Bourne's 'CINDERELLA'. The tour opened on Saturday 9 December 2017 at Sadler's Wells, with dates at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Today 5 June Saturday 9 June 2018. Press night is set for Today 5 June 2018.
Vince Ebert, German Stand-up Comedian And Physicist, Brings His Debut Show To The Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
You probably think Germans have no sense of humour. Therefore, a German physicist has to be the least funny person person on this planet. That may be true until you meet Vince Ebert. Some say, next to Angela Merkel, he is the other German physicist who works in the comedy business.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
You probably think Germans have no sense of humour. Therefore, a German physicist has to be the least funny person person on this planet. That may be true until you meet Vince Ebert. Some say, next to Angela Merkel, he is the other German physicist who works in the comedy business.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2018 Presents the World Premiere of LET'S INHERIT THE EARTH
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
For this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe Dogstar has teamed up with one of Sweden's leading independent theatre companies, Profilteatern , to present a new comedy Let's Inherit the Earth, by Morna Pearson, addressing perhaps our greatest existential threat outside The White House - climate change. The production opens at The Pleasance Courtyard on Friday 10 August and runs until Sunday 26 August.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
For this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe Dogstar has teamed up with one of Sweden's leading independent theatre companies, Profilteatern , to present a new comedy Let's Inherit the Earth, by Morna Pearson, addressing perhaps our greatest existential threat outside The White House - climate change. The production opens at The Pleasance Courtyard on Friday 10 August and runs until Sunday 26 August.
Hint Of Lime Productions Present AUTHOR, COMPOSER, SOLDIER-OF-A-SORT
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
"Author, Composer, Soldier-of-a-Sort" is Jan Carey's first play to be staged at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The production opens on Saturday 4 August at The Pleasance at 14.00, following previews from Wednesday 1 August and runs until Monday 27 August.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
"Author, Composer, Soldier-of-a-Sort" is Jan Carey's first play to be staged at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The production opens on Saturday 4 August at The Pleasance at 14.00, following previews from Wednesday 1 August and runs until Monday 27 August.
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