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More than 100 Scots playwrights condemn Israeli attack on Palestinian theatre

MORE than 100 Scottish theatre writers have signed an open letter condemning recent attacks on a Palestinian theatre by the Israeli military.

The National (Scotland)

Popular comedian says he's 'done' with Edinburgh Fringe due to accommodation costs

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)

From the Sachsgate scandal to conspiracy controversies: A timeline of Russell Brand’s life and career

From the notorious phone calls to Andrew Sachs to his tumultuous and short-lived marriage to Katy Perry, Brand has been the subject of numerous scandals over the years

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From the Sachsgate scandal to conspiracy controversies: A timeline of Russell Brand’s life and career

From the notorious phone calls to Andrew Sachs to his tumultuous and short-lived marriage to Katy Perry, Brand has been the subject of numerous scandals over the years

The Independent UK

From the Sachsgate scandal to conspiracy controversies: A timeline of Russell Brand’s life and career

From the notorious phone calls to Andrew Sachs to his tumultuous and short-lived marriage to Katy Perry, Brand has been the subject of numerous scandals over the years

The Independent UK

West End boom masks perfect storm facing London theatre

Audiences are flocking back to Theatreland but beyond the bright lights, venues are struggling in the economic headwinds

Evening Standard

How a one-string guitar inspired Tim Vine as he prepares to tour Scotland

COMEDIAN Tim Vine remembers the exact moment that his journey into comedy started.

The National (Scotland)

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Grief and growing up on Shetland takes centre stage at first time Fringe show

JULIET Mullay didn’t get much chance to go to the Edinburgh Fringe growing up on Shetland.

The National (Scotland)

Rose Matafeo on Starstruck, body image and babies: ‘I’ve got a spreadsheet of celebrities who don’t have kids’

The Kiwi comic and ‘Taskmaster’ regular has returned to the Edinburgh Fringe with more tales of millennial woe, and will soon unveil series three of her smash hit romcom subversion ‘Starstruck’. She speaks to Isobel Lewis

The Independent UK

17 of the best political Edinburgh Fringe shows to watch this year, tackling issues from gender to climate change

I’m at the Edinburgh Fringe this year directing CREEKSHOW, a play about the gentrification of Deptford. While here, I’ve watched as much politically minded work as I’ve been able to. With 3,031 registered shows a complete survey would be impossible, but below are some of my picks of the more…

The Conversation

Fringe event featuring Graham Linehan cancelled after backlash

A COMEDY show at the Edinburgh Fringe featuring Father Ted creator Graham Linehan has been cancelled due to the writer’s views on transgender…

The National (Scotland)

Who is Nicholas Galitzine and does he have a partner?

Who is Nicholas Galitzine and does he have a partner? These aren't the only questions being asked about the star - here's everything you need to know.

GoodToKnow

Original star of hit musical Six brings debut solo show to Edinburgh Fringe

EVERY performer has a story about the Fringe. Whether it’s how badly or how successful their show was; how confident it made them or how it held…

The National (Scotland)

The plucky British musicals hoping to ‘do a Six’ at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023

One’s a dystopian love story with a backdrop of Jamaican soundsystems, one’s challenging the stereotyping of South East Asians, one’s set in a toilet...

Evening Standard

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Fringe show is ‘dream come true’ for man diagnosed with cancer

Duncan Campbell, 30, will launch his book The Suicide Notes at the Edinburgh Fringe later this month.

Evening Standard

Edinburgh Fringe 2023: the 12 rising star comedians set to break out this year

The best comics you’ve never heard of at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe - our tips for the stars of the future…

The National (Scotland)

Theatre shows set during independence referendum to hit Edinburgh Fringe

TWO theatre shows set during the Scottish independence referendum are set to be performed at the Edinburgh Fringe, with each containing key messages…

Glasgow Live

Seal filmed climbing River Clyde ladder in brilliant 'confident as you like' moment

Comedian Kevin Brannigan was sunbathing at Glasgow Green when he spotted the fearless seal "ambling up the ladder" at the river and out of sight earlier in the week.

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Daily Record

Seal filmed climbing ladder on River Clyde in Glasgow by passerby

Comedian Kevin Brannigan was at Glasgow Green preparing for a show at Edinburgh Fringe when he captured the footage.

Edinburgh Live

Performers coming to Edinburgh Fringe open up on disabilities and taking to the stage

Andrew Slade and Lexi Wolfe are heading to the Edinburgh Fringe this year, with their award winning show After Shakespeare - and while it may be their dream, it doesn’t come without struggle.

The Independent UK

Ellie White on The Windsors: ‘Someone told me Fergie watched and I felt really guilty’

The comedian talks to Isobel Lewis about palace gossip, the worrying future of the Edinburgh Fringe and nervous burping

The Independent UK

‘Someone told me Fergie watched The Windsors and I felt really guilty’: Ellie White on playing Princess Beatrice

The comedian talks to Isobel Lewis about palace gossip, the worrying future of the Edinburgh Fringe and nervous burping

The National (Scotland)

John Lamont: UK Government cash for Fringe to be spent on 'new headquarters'

A SCOTLAND Office minister has said cash from the UK Government for the Edinburgh Fringe is set to be splashed on a new headquarters building for…

Evening Standard

Ryan Calais Cameron: “I wrote For Black Boys out of my pain, and the pain of people who look like me”

The writer and actor was shocked by the mental health issues in his old neighbourhood, and knew he needed to get it on the page. Next week the play opens in the West End

The National (Scotland)

Hit play debuts in London following success at Edinburgh Fringe

A HIT play at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe is set to make its debut in London after being met with critical acclaim.

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