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Review: Dungeons and Shakespeare, Fringe 2026

August 10, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Shakespearean tragedy meets D&D madness in this standout Edinburgh Fringe show. Shelby Bond leads the audience through a hilarious, dice-driven adventure that non-gamers and tabletop veterans will love.

Review: Macbeth – Blood and Bluegrass, Fringe 2026

August 10, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Can bluegrass music work with Shakespeare? The Barden Party brings warrior women and live acoustic arrangements to Edinburgh Fringe in a bold, fast-paced adaptation of Macbeth.

Review: After Shakespeare, Fringe 2026

August 9, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Looking for a brilliant Fringe show to impress visiting family or colleagues? Lexi Wolfe commands the stage in After Shakespeare at theSpace @ Symposium Hall. Witty, engaging, and atmospheric.

Review: Hahaha–Hamlet, Fringe 2025

August 12, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

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: The Improvised Shakespeare Show, Fringe 2024

August 11, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The Improvised Shakespeare Show delivers hilarious and entertaining improvised Shakespearean drama, perfect for fans and tempting for newcomers.

Review: Bad Shakespeare, Fringe 2024

August 8, 2024 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

“Bad Shakespeare” is an entertaining show that offers insights into Shakespeare’s works, but its rapid-fire references may leave those less familiar with his plays feeling a bit lost.

Review of A Midsummer’s Nights Dream, Festival 2012

August 5, 2012 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

A young cast giving it their all in one of the most popular and Shakespeare classics. Notice not only the speed of the costume swaps, fast enough to pay homage to the magical art of the quick change, but the slight of hand involved in the administration of fairy potions. The wrapper for this play […]

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