Review: FEEL GOOD, Òran Mór
Henry never expected his first girlfriend, Liz, to turn up at his flat. Especially not as a sex robot.…
Underbelly
Bristo Square, Teviot Place, Edinburgh, EH8 9AG
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Underbelly is a theatre in Edinburgh.
Articles
Review: SIX, Festival Theatre
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.…
Review: TRANSPARENT, Oran Mor
Barry feels like he’s slowly fading into the background of his own life. Clare, after a recent loss, feels like she’s unravelling in hers. A chance encounter in a crowded bar means they both end up on a night out together, where sparks fly. Will they both see what’s right in front of them? …
Review: EMERGENCE, Theatre Royal
Enter a mesmerising underworld where human-kind dissolves into something altogether more elemental.…
Review: BURLESQUE, King's Theatre
From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the hit movie, Burlesque invites you to a club like no other: a hidden world beneath the city lights where sequins sparkle, seduction shimmers and lives can change in the flick of a feather boa.…
Review: READY TAE DRAP, Oran Mor
A rabbit, a refugee and a racist get stuck in a lift... That sounds like the start of a bad joke but for high rise residents Lauren, Aaliyah and Pat, it’s a night they’ll never forget.…
Review: ONE HUNDRED VOICES, Citizens Theatre
One Hundred Voices is an interactive, audio-guided installation, bringing creative insight into living in the care system. It serves as an artistic act of recognition and celebration of the one hundred testimonies recorded through the Caring Scotland project.…
Review: 1984, Citizens Theatre
The Thought Police monitor every word you say. Children spy on their parents and the Party has abolished the truth. In this totally controlled world, Winston and Julia begin a love affair which catapults them into rebellion against the Party.…
Book Review: SEETHING LANE, by Jack Jewers, Moonflower Books
Jewers returns to Samuel Pepys as a subject of fiction following his debut novel, The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys (2022). At the start of Seething Lane, Pepys is again looking for signs of corruption in and outside of the Court, but when violent death raises its head, he realises it is folly to t…
Review: HIGH SOCIETY, King's Theatre
Helen George (Call the Midwife, The King and I) leads a 28-strong cast as glamorous socialite Tracy Lord, joined by stage and screen favourites Freddie Fox (Slow Horses), Nigel Lindsay (Kiss Me, Kate), Julian Ovenden (South Pacific), and Malcolm Sinclair (Pie in the Sky). As plans for the society we…
Past Shows
19 total · showing 11–19
Skinny
Skinny, created and performed by Michelle Pearson, explores the impact of societal beauty standards and the obsession with diet culture. Through a combination of powerful vocals, live music, and personal storytelling, Pearson invites audiences to reflect on self-worth and body...
The Ghost of White Hart Lane
The Ghost of White Hart Lane is a one-man play that delves into the life of legendary footballer John White, known for his remarkable skills and tragic death at 27 after being struck by lightning. This poignant narrative intertwines his journey from humble beginnings in...
Madonna/Whore
Madonna/Whore marks the Edinburgh debut of Selena Mersey's acclaimed one-woman show, which has garnered numerous awards including the Pebble Trust International Touring Award. Combining musical comedy, burlesque, and personal narrative, the performance explores themes of gender...
Really Good Exposure
Megan Prescott makes her Edinburgh Fringe debut with Really Good Exposure, a one-woman show that explores the journey of Molly Thomas, a fictional former child star navigating her transition from fame to financial struggle. Following her rise to stardom as "Katie F*cking Fitch"...
Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex To My Mum)
James Barr, a celebrated comedian and radio presenter, presents his raw and honest show about surviving domestic violence in a four-year relationship. Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex To My Mum) delves into the trauma cycle through poignant stand-up comedy, intertwining...
Bill’s 44th
Bill’s 44th is a unique puppet-centric performance created by Dorothy James and Andy Manjuck, blending humor and emotion in a wordless spectacle. The show features an array of puppets, lively balloons, and even a cheeky piece of crudité, all contributing to its exploration of...
La Clique
La Clique is an acclaimed production at Underbelly’s Circus Hub that combines cabaret, circus, and variety performances. Originating at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2004, it has captivated audiences worldwide with its breathtaking acts and unique artistry. Under the...
Meet Me in Buenos Aires
A new, solo musical by Florencia Iriondo
Rhys Nicholson - Seminal
"...this is an excellent, laughter-filled hour, and by the end we are all Rhys Nicholson fans." - THE SCOTSMAN The coutured and coiffured Rhys Nicholson brings his 6th show 'Seminal' to this year's Edinburgh Festival, performing at the new Underbelly venue The Jersey Room. With...
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Ed Byrne: No Dramas Music Hall (2/10-2/10) |
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Rollers Forever King's Theatre (10/27-10/31) |
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Alex McAleer - Mind Reader Eastgate Theatre (9/26-9/26) |
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Trainspotting The Musical Alhambra Theatre (3/01-3/06) |
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Venue Premium - Two Doors Down OVO Hydro (9/25-10/11) |
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Disney''s Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Usher Hall (12/03-12/03) |
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Giovanni: Unstoppable Alhambra Theatre (4/11-4/11) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! EICC (5/30-5/30) |
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Aberdeen Arts Centre's Big Variety Show Aberdeen Arts Centre (10/02-10/03) |
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Alhambra Theatre (10/07-10/10) |
