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Join in the fun with festivals in Edinburgh

During the month of August, Edinburgh is home to some of the biggest and most renowned festivals in the world; Edinburgh International Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, and Edinburgh Book Festival.

Tourists flock from around the world to attend some of the most prestigious, weird, whacky and exciting events you'll find. There are performers on the streets, and almost every single pub and club is turned into a venue for the Fringe. We're big fans, but it can also feel like a lot when you haven't experienced it before.

Luckily, there are handy brochures and all the information you'll need is online - from high-ticket, exclusive and limited-run shows, to free Fringe shows where you can just turn up on the night, and only pay what you feel like. There's something for everyone, and we're here to cover as much of it as humanly possible!

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Review: Fresh burritos for days – Barburrito, Forrest Road

October 27, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

Girdy and Birdy have been enjoying Barburrito’s namesake burritos, and new menu. Barburrito on Forrest Road has become a semi-regular haunt – and were an absolute lifesaver during Fringe!

A Review of How to Live a Jellicle Life: Life Lessons from the 2019 Hit Musical ‘Cats’

August 26, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

Having seen Linus Karp in Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story and it being my absolute favourite thing I’d seen at the Fringe this year, I swiftly booked myself into this, his other show.

Review: Lose Yourself in La Clique, Fringe 2023

August 23, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

Admittedly, I’m not new to La Clique – it’s been going for two decades now and first started at the Edinburgh Fringe all those years ago – so a) its reputation proceeds it, and even if it didn’t, b) I know from experience it’s previously produced some of the best circus and variety on the circuit (circus circuit?).

Review: CCTV, Fringe 2023

August 23, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

Fiona Walker is a drama school graduate who needs to choose a path in life – and teaching really doesn’t suit her, neither does becoming a lawyer (apparently the only two main choices) so… corporate world here she comes!

A review of Paddy Young: Hungry, Horny, Scared, Fringe 2023

August 22, 2023 by Guest Reviewer Leave a Comment

Paddy starts weak but finds his pace with witty commentary on living with strangers, property, trauma, Hitler, and more. He has the energy, confidence, and skills to entertain crowds.

Divine, joyful, gloriousness: A review of Tutu, Fringe 2023

August 21, 2023 by Guest Reviewer Leave a Comment

Tutu is a therapeutic experience for anyone who feels confined by expectations. The show seamlessly blends slapstick comedy and philosophical insights, achieving its ambitious goals with flying colours.

Review of Shamilton! The Improvised Hip Hop Musical, Fringe 2023

August 20, 2023 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

I didn’t really know what to expect from Shamilton! but being a fan of the musical it’s (loosely) inspired by, I knew that I had a media pass and I was not going to waste my shot to go and see this thing.

Why You’ll be Able to Find Edinburgh Reviews in PBH’s Wee Blue Book this Year

August 18, 2023 by Girdy & Birdy Leave a Comment

If you’ve been following Edinburgh Reviews during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year, you’ll have noticed we’ve been publishing a lot of coverage. It’s not only the first year we’ve been media accredited, it’s also the first year we’ve had a fancy new logo (designed by Birdy) to show off, and the first year we’ve […]

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