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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Neil Pooran

Edinburgh Fringe 2026 unveils huge programme tackling AI and the manosphere

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe has unveiled its extensive programme, promising a vibrant array of 3,649 shows across 258 venues, tackling everything from artificial intelligence to the manosphere.

Running from August 7 to 31, the world's largest arts festival will host a staggering 53,884 performances. This year's offerings delve into contemporary issues such as cults and social class, alongside the aforementioned AI and manosphere discussions, ensuring a programme that reflects current societal conversations.

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