In Don’t Count On Me, comedian James Trickey, a former accountant, takes a calculated comedic risk by exploring his mixed heritage and the clash between a life of logic and a passion for stand-up.
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: 8 Ways to Break a Glass (With an American Opera Singer), Fringe 2025
With a powerful voice and an even more powerful sense of humour, Steph DePrez delivers a delightful, surprising, and unforgettable show that stands out from the Fringe crowd.
Review: Nate Kitch: Something Different!!!!!, Fringe 2025
Something Different!!!!! by Nate Kitch is a show that defies convention, using crafted chaos to create a unique and memorable Fringe experience.
Review: Fun at Parties, Fringe 2025
Berlin Open Theatre’s Fun at Parties is a fast-moving, energetic dive into Berlin’s club scene. A fantastic all-female cast explores friendship and burnout in a drug-hazed world where the ‘fun’ is a coping mechanism.
Review: Hahaha–Hamlet, Fringe 2025
This fresh, musical rendition of Hamlet from Hong Kong performers is a must-see. It mixes Shakespeare with modern stories and sharp political commentary, all with a lively energy and a sense of humour that’s infectious.
Review: A Jaffa Cake Musical, Fringe 2025
A Jaffa Cake Musical is an unexpected courtroom comedy which interrogates whether the UK’s beloved snack is a cake or biscuit.
Review: Messy Magic Adventure, Fringe 2025
The Messy Magic Adventure show burst onto the stage with high energy, big laughs, and plenty of surprises.
Review: The Wonderful World of Winnie the Pooh, Fringe 2025
The gentle magic of the Hundred Acre Wood was brought to life in this delightful stage adaptation of Winnie the Pooh.