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Six of the best political shows you need to see at this year's Fringe

THE Edinburgh Festival Fringe has officially launched, with more than 3500 shows planned across the month.

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh Fringe Play Reimagines JK Rowling Trans Row

A new play criticising Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling's views on transgender issues comes to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on Thursday.

International Business Times

Mark Brown: A South Korean sample of tradition coming to Fringe

The South Korean county of Jeongseon – which is located in Gangwon Province on the western side of the Korean peninsula – boasts beautiful,…

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Scottish Lib Dem leader sparks fury after renting out Airbnb cabin for £216 a night during Edinburgh Fringe

The price increased by £65 a night during the world-renowned arts festival

The Independent UK

GERMAN comedian Henning Wehn has said he is “done” with the Edinburgh Fringe as he expressed his disappointment at the price of accommodation.

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh Festival organisers celebrate success of ‘vital’ Fringe

Performers and audiences from around the world flocked to Edinburgh for the event.

The Independent UK

Revealed: 10 funniest jokes of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023

London-based comedian Lorna Rose Treen has scooped first place

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Our round-up of Edinburgh Fringe comedy, from Lorna Rose Treen to Paddy Young

As the festival enters its third week, Isobel Lewis gives her verdict on some of the biggest stand-up shows so far

The Independent UK

Joanna Cherry says she felt 'palpable hostility' from Stand staff at Fringe event

SNP MP Joanna Cherry has said she felt “palpable hostility” from staff working during her Fringe event at The Stand.

The National (Scotland)

Emergency services rush to Edinburgh city centre after report of 'suspect package'

EMERGENCY services rushed to Edinburgh city centre after a “suspicious package” was found near several Fringe venues.

The National (Scotland)

Rage, ecstasy and painting turned up to 11 – Edinburgh art festival review

This year’s complement to the fringe is not short of drama in Alberta Whittle and Peter Howson’s impassioned work – and there is balmy colour from Elizabeth Blackadder

The Guardian - UK

‘You absolutely can’t make money’: can the Edinburgh Fringe survive?

The world’s biggest arts festival is back this month, at a time when discussions about the cost of taking a show to the Fringe have never been louder. Isobel Lewis speaks to performers, producers, food stall owners and community organisers about the problems facing the festival and whether it can…

The Independent UK

Mark Brown: Wading through trash to find gems of Fringe

A SHARK Ate My Penis, Gary Lineker Misgendered My Dachshund, Teardrops On My Dildo. The fact that only one of these isn’t the title of a show at…

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh Fringe: 10 of the best comedy and theatre shows to watch

As the Fringe returns, Isobel Lewis has waded through the thousands of names in the programme to find you 10 shows to watch

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US comedian Robin Tran 'doesn't hide from the darkness' in her Fringe debut

Robin Tran describes herself as an agoraphobic introvert.

The National (Scotland)

Top tips for enjoying Fringe 2023 on any budget

Here are some top tips for enjoying the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 on a budget or for free.

The Guardian - UK

A bot walks into a bar … Edinburgh fringe performers use AI to write jokes

All aspects of artificial intelligence will get the comic treatment at this summer’s festival

The Independent UK

Veterans to star as poppy charity hosts first Fringe comedy show

Armed Forces veterans and a current serving member will be among the participants at Poppyscotland’s first Fringe show next month.

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Daily Record

Cliff Richard, Gail Porter and Ken Loach headline Edinburgh Fringe as programme unveiled

Organisers of this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival have unveiled their exciting schedule of events with more than 3,000 shows lined up and famous faces also including Christopher Biggins, Gloria Hunniford and Janey Godley.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh cruise liner to be used as hotel for tourists during Festival Fringe

A huge cruise liner will be docked in Leith from August 8-15 2024, carrying up to 1,300 guests in cabins and suites. The ship is set to be used as a hotel to accommodate tourists for the fringe

Chronicle Live

Lumo passengers treated to live entertainment on train from Newcastle to Edinburgh

Lumo organised the event in a bid to bring a taste of the Edinburgh Fringe to Newcastle, ahead of the festival's programme launch tomorrow

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh train to host Fringe performances onboard with drag, comedy and music

Lumo is bringing a one of a kind event to its service, with a series of live performances onboard a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh including drag, comedy and music for one night only.

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon to take part in political talk show at this year's Fringe

NICOLA Sturgeon will take part in a political talk show at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh St James Quarter's Bonnie & Wild to host ‘Fringe Ceilidh' at White Heather Club

Bonnie & Wild has announced plans to expand its famous White Heather Club, kicking off with a “fabulous” Fringe Ceilidh during the Edinburgh Festivals due to popular demand. The ceilidhs, which take place at the Edinburgh Food Hall in the St Jam

Daily Record

SNP MP Joanna Cherry was 'warned that speaking out on trans issues could ruin leadership chances'

The Edinburgh MP has threatened legal action against The Stand comedy club after the venue cancelled her scheduled Fringe show in August.

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