Official Fringe sell-out 2024 and 2025. It's the year 1954. Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Eartha Kitt are at the dizzy heights of their careers. With swinging jazz, powerful soul and cheeky kitsch, these women broke new ground for all who followed. Award-winning singer/actor Melissa Western and her musicians pay tribute to this magnificent era in music and inspiring trio of pioneering singers. 50s style abounds. 'Western is a force of nature... Great storyteller, feisty, highly enjoyable' ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Absolutely brilliant... Her aptitude for music is vast and versatile' ***** (ThreeWeeks). 'Oozes with charisma' ***** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk).

Four men. Strangers. Trapped in a cage. Desperate, they try to piece together what their captors might want from them. Soon enough, they discover that they've been thrown into a perverse psychological experiment: they must choose one of them to die so the others might live. Whose life is more valuable and who should be sacrificed? And why these four men? Is there something that links them? Something even they are unaware of? And why does one of the men not even remember who he is? Is he the key to understanding the meaning of this horror?

Australia's best tribute act, The 60 Four, make their Edinburgh debut with the ultimate 70s party. Dazzlingly popular on cruise ships around the world, this crowd-favourite show is a high-octane celebration of the decade that defined cool. From disco floor-fillers to rock anthems that ruled the airwaves, 70s Jukebox delivers wall-to-wall hits by The Bee Gees, ABBA, Queen, Fleetwood Mac, Rod Stewart, The Beatles, Leo Sayer and more. Powered by powerhouse vocals, slick choreography and full Las Vegas energy, it's a sing-along, dance-floor-ready celebration. Get ready for the party of the decade – reborn.

Mime, clown and slapstick performer David Hoskin ('Phenomenal' ***** BroadwayWorld.com) presents A Haunted House; on a tour of a spooky old mansion, silly vignettes and strange time loops reveal murder, memory loss and dancing zombies. It’s like spending the night with the League of Gentlemen and Jacques Tati in a Hammer horror film. In a dark, dark house on a dark, dark street, a house of horrors wakes from sleep... dare you enter? Mumbai Fringe 2026 Best International Comedy Show. 'EVERYTHING I LOVE about Fringe' ****½ (FringeSider.com). 'Masterclass in physical theatre' **** (BroadwayBaby.com).

'Who's On First meets Waiting for Godot' (New York Times) in this ferociously witty play on, about and spilling over with language. Rusty and Max have been friends for most of their lives and they've been arguing almost the entire time. Today, they're scheming up something big. Fringe First winner Brian Dykstra's signature style crackles in this uproarious backyard comedy where two not-so-average average Americans spar in a relentlessly fanatical pursuit of what is said, what is intended, and what is. 'It goes great places!' (Variety). Directed by Fringe First winner Margarett Perry.

A solo show that reimagines the myth of the Goddess of Justice and the first spider. Athena is remaking her image for the modern world by hosting her own book launch party. Everything falls apart when a mysterious force curses her to cough up spiderwebs until she tells the truth about her past injustices as Olympus' judge. Using a handful of props, handmade webs, and a bunch of sheep, Britt Anderson is 'masterful' as they weave 'the perfect balance of fantasy, clever humour and modern interjections' **** (TheatreWeekly.com). (Recommended Show, FringeReview).

Dr Ruth Westheimer shattered taboos, making possible frank public conversations about sex and intimacy. With a twinkle in her eye and an infectious giggle, her wise, disarming advice made her into an unlikely household name. This funny and moving solo play charts her astonishing journey from escaping Nazi Germany on the Kindertransport to international celebrity at 50 as TV's most beloved sex therapist. At just 4'7", her larger-than-life story proves size doesn't matter. Broadway's Anne O'Sullivan 'keeps us hanging on every word' (New York Times) and 'leaves you laughing until your sides ache' (Chronogram Magazine). UK premiere.

The longest running Burlesque at Fringe (and Scotland) returns with a 'New School' of international emerging artists. Fastest rising stars on the scene. Scintillating striptease, audacious parody tributes, works in progress and a plethora of fresh interpretations of the artform. Best of Burlesque is the five-star rated, and Pick of the Fringe, that's wowed over 75,000 fans since it's inception. Often imitated, never duplicated. With over 25 years experience in the industry, it's producer, Majestic Mark, is widely known for helping develop the careers of over 2000 artists worldwide. Warning: may cause excitement!

It's 1972 and one bug band is about to change music forever. These five funky bug musicians are coming to you live with the true story of the greatest band you've never heard of. As featured on BBC's The One Show, this Pixar-style musical comedy invites everybuggy into a world of 70s talking insects. Tune in your antennae as five bug actor-musicians tell the tale of a cricket with nothing but a trumpet and a dream of hitting the bug-time. Funk, soul and heart for old bugs and kids alike.

Frisky and her incredible band return after their five-star smash-hit Frisky’s Reshuffle. Missed it last year? You missed Heavy-Metal Madonna, Opera WAP, DrumnBass Candle in the Wind. Come play Remix Roulette with us. Any song. Any style. You decide. 'Bold, brilliant, and utterly unmissable' (LondonTheatreDoc.com). 'Eccentric, hilarious, and outrageously entertaining' (SuzzisSpotlight.com). 'Genre-bending, audience-driven and laugh-out-loud funny' (TheReviewsHub.com).

Comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh and a guest wine expert guide you through five wine tastings and at least five jokes. Returning after two sellout Edinburgh Fringe seasons, direct from a residency on the Las Vegas Strip! Everyone from savvy sauvignon swiggers to clueless chardonnay chuggers will find something to make their glass half full, as the wine industry's hardest-hitting questions are answered. Ticket includes five tastings, with an alcohol-free option. 'Quick-witted humour and slick pace' ***** (EdinburghGuide.com). 'Sips and wit... a night of imbibing and chortling!' (Las Vegas Review-Journal).

A real-life ghost story from an award-winning comedian. Kirsty bought a house. Sure, it was derelict. And in a dodgy area. And OK someone just died in it. But she didn't mind because she didn't believe in ghosts. She does now. 'The Woman in Black meets Catherine Tate' ***** (The Fourth Wall, Perth). ***** (Fringefeed, FRINGE WORLD). ***** (TheScoop.au). ***** (Fringe Benefits Podcast). ***** (Scenestr). Winner: Best Theatre, Adelaide Fringe 2026. Winner: Best Comedy, FRINGE WORLD 2024.

Van Beethoven has unfinished business! Pushed by his relentlessly ambitious father as "Ze next Mozart!", battling a broken heart, broken body, broken ears, and certain he is nearing his demise, Ludwig reincarnates “to put ze record straight!” Combining virtuoso pianism with Teutonic stand-up comedy, concert pianist, Mike Hatchard, provides an hilarious insight into ‘The Mad Pounder' coming to terms with life, death, music, Amadeus, Bach, Chuck Berry, and his wretched final sonata. Hatchard, who has accompanied Spike Milligan, Frankie Howerd, Cleo Laine and David Essex, among others. Directed by Olivier winner Guy Masterson (The Shark Is Broken).

Grief. Stars. Mums. Lasagne. 'Among the more than a thousand works on offer in the Fringe, Meteors is likely a standout – both entertaining and emotional, offering a chance for real connection' ***** (InDaily.com.au). Grief isn't part of the conversation. Especially not as a young person. No one knows what to say, so it's simply left unsaid. An acclaimed breakout at the 2026 Adelaide Fringe, Melissa traverses the messy, non-linear aftermath of losing a mother at age 20, the vastness of the universe, too many lasagnes and the search for light in the dark.

Twenty-six characters. Nine actors. One unforgettable dream. Step into a bold new vision of A Midsummer Night's Dream adapted by Tony Award winner Jeffrey Whitty (Avenue Q). Fresh, fast and fiercely funny, experience the UK premiere of this iconic Play On Shakespeare modern verse translation directed by Drama Desk nominee Kim Weild. Brought to life by a cast and team of Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama artists, this is not your mother's midsummer. Bursting with magic, mischief and queer transformative joy, don't miss the next generation of Broadway in the making.

Centenarian clown Scaramouche's odyssey through crumbling empires, comic misadventures, the 20th century's darkest episodes, the loves, brutalities, ecstasies and tragedies beneath his seven white masks. A poetic, profoundly moving voyage unfolds, an enchanting virtuoso performance with haunting, evocative designs conjuring a world of indelible images, a glorious tale sumptuously told. Writer-performer, Justin Butcher, is directed by Olivier winner, Guy Masterson (The Shark Is Broken) 25th anniversary season. ‘A masterpiece of solo magic realism' (BritishTheatreGuide.info). Offie winner Best Actor Award, 2022. 'Mesmerising' (Guardian). 'Fascinating, poignant, funny... Storytelling at its best' (Times). ‘Unique, stunning... a new kind of theatre' (Metro).

Kid has come to "find herself", but quickly gets caught up in Dad's wild antics. When the two share a rare moment of privacy in the heavenly garden, what begins as whispers, a telling off and a hilarious culture clash slowly shifts, growing heavier with each passing word. A comic yet haunting exploration of grief, Sitting (In Silence) will leave you reflecting on the things we choose not to say, the silence that divides us and what healing really means. Could those real moments of laughter and connection ultimately be what saves us?

Primary Times Children's Choice Award winner! A five-star, musical comedy version of Shakespeare's greatest work, Brave Macbeth is back with a brand-new score in the Bijou! A hugely entertaining, fast, smart adaptation that brilliantly weaves the Bard's words with wickedly witty songs and fast-paced storytelling! Perfect for the whole family. 'One of the best children's shows at the Fringe... enjoyable and fun for all ages' (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Smashing Shakespeare has it all: great costumes, clever props and a hilarious script. This, along with the incredibly talented cast, makes it a must see' (ThreeWeeks).

In their secretive high-rise office, the odd trio of Manning, Slater and Wilson think they've finally redeemed themselves. But then... The Problem. One that threatens their very existence. It must be solved fast or – the abyss. A rapid-paced, last-chance comedy by Fringe First winner Brian Parks (Plotters, Enterprise, Shortlist). 'A refreshingly mischievous inventive author' (Times). Directed by Fringe First winner Margarett Perry. Twilight Theatre Company is back after their sold-out shows in 2024 (Polishing Shakespeare, Plotters). You don't want to miss this one!

It’s a sip and paint. It’s Sotheby’s. It’s karaoke night. Strap in, because whatever it is, Van Gogh is back and he has a side hustle. This is the real Van Gogh Immersive Experience. Emphasis on immersive. Donna Oblongata (Leeway Transformation Award, Jilline Ringle Solo Performance Award) is 'brimming with compassion and monstrously funny' (PlayOnMKE.com). She has sold out theatres in NYC and LA and performed internationally in Slava’s Snowshow. 'A delightfully unhinged gem of fringe theatre' ***** (ShinyLife.co.uk). 'An uproariously good time… side-splittingly funny' **** (AdventuresInTheatreland.com). 'Inspired lunacy' (TalkinBroadway.com).

Four people enter a sauna, three walk out. Over an hour, a group of strangers get hotter and hotter. So hot, they start to cook. Coco Cottam's new play Thermodrama measures the costs of a culture of self-improvement on four precarious lives. Following a sell-out run of BLANDY – 'Riotous, visceral and whip-smart' ***** (BingeFringe.com) – Lovelock Productions have taken a room in Summerhall and are going to make it sizzle.

A dark and unrelenting comedy about starving for your art. As negotiations with employers, agents and Universal Credit crumble, one actor drags you into a brutal and absurd takedown of the UK benefit system, the Cost of Living Crisis, and whether we value the art more than the people who make it. They'll go down swinging, but they will go down - maybe making a play about food poverty is the only way out of it? After all, closed mouths don't get fed. Winner of the Shedload-of-Future Fund 2026. 'Impeccably written... a completely captivating performer' (Liv Ello, Body Show).