Aidan Greene: Stuttermilk Pancakes
Time for another edfringe Q&A. And it's always good to see Fringe veterans headed back up to Edinburgh for the Festival, especially when they've just had a year off. So of course we are very glad to see Aidan Greene returning with his tenth solo show.

If you're aware of his work, you'll know that Aidan stutters, a topic that obviously comes up when he's performing in front of audiences, and often informs the themes of his shows.

I spoke to him to find out about his new show, his short film about stammerers, his relationship with the Fringe, and more.

THREEWEEKS AT EDINBURGH FESTIVAL 2026
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THREE HISTORICAL SHOWS

The Plot | Summerhall | 6-31 Aug (pictured)
If you know me, you'll know I'm always delighted to witness historical stuff at the Fringe, be they factual or fictional. This tragicomic work from the talented Emma Howlett is set in the aftermath of the Gunpowder Plot and is doubly, nay, triply appealing, for me, because of the courtroom element, and the themes of the power of storytelling and who gets to control the narrative. Find the edfringe listing here.

The Past | Underbelly, Bristo Square | 5-30 Aug
And, talking of things that appeal to me, which, if we're honest, is one of the big factors that informs the choice of what we recommend here, here's a show that claims to be "the world's first immersive historical sketch show". It's by Fishing4Chips, whose previous works focusing on Troy and Pompeii impressed us much, so I don't think you can go far wrong here. Find the edfringe listing here.

Larkhill | theSpace On The Mile | 24-29 Aug
And from something comedic to something a bit more serious: a piece of work focused on the women of the Auxiliary Territorial Service, whose World War II contributions were crucial to the British Army's domestic and international efforts. 'Larkhill' – named for the Wiltshare base where many of them worked – uses verbatim testimony and music of the time to convey their story. Find the edfringe listing here.

THREE BIOGRAPHICAL SHOWS

Gaudi: God's Architect | theSpace @ Surgeon's Hall | 7-15 Aug
I suppose one could argue that these biographical shows are also historical, given that their subjects are no longer with us. But I have no qualms tipping these shows too, especially when they are so interesting. A new version of this play, about Catalonia's visionary architect, returns to the Fringe after an acclaimed run in 2024. Find the edfringe listing here.

The Wolf Of Poyais | Assembly Roxy | 5-30 Aug (pictured)
This one's about Gregor MacGregor, a nineteenth century conman who persuaded hundreds of people to invest in, and emigrate to, a fictional Central American country. He'll be brought to life by acclaimed actor, writer, comedian and Fringe veteran Thom Tuck, and will share the secrets of his success, as if travelling through time, with his modern audience. Find the edfringe listing here.

Josiah | theSpace @ Surgeon's Hall + theSpace Triplex | 17-29 Aug
The true story of Josiah Henson, who was born into slavery in Maryland, but escaped after 41 years to Canada. It's a harrowing history of brutality and persecution, but the focus is also on the resilience and determination that saw Henson becoming a leader, minister and teacher, and inspiring Harriet Beecher Stowe's abolitionist work 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'. Find the edfringe listing here.

THREE FOOTBALL THEMED SHOWS

Dribble | Underbelly George Square | 5-31 Aug
Well, the World Cup might be over, but that's no reason for us to stop thinking about football, right? In fact, why not get some of these football-themed shows into your viewing schedule for this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Start with this one, a vibrant celebration connecting Brazil with Scotland that explores footie as a shared cultural language. Find the edfringe listing here.

°Up: Violin vs Football | French Institute In Scotland | 18-27 Aug
This is intriguing, a meeting of music and football that sees a footballer – Paul Molina – and a violinist – Gabriel Majou – performing alongside each other onstage in an "unexpected duet". The show tells the story of an encounter: "a solo that became a duo to the obvious connection on stage". I love unusual stuff like this, it's the best thing about the Fringe. Find the edfringe listing here.

A Costume Drama | Zoo Playground | 7-30 Aug (pictured)
Final footbally tip is for a heartwarming comedy from Claudia Fielding, who returns to the Fringe with this show focusing on women at the heart of a male-dominated world. It's a story told from the perspective of Ella, who reluctantly steps into the shoes, and mascot costume, of her indisposed father, and I think we can expect very good things. Find the edfringe listing here.

Creative industries respond to new UK government
The creative industries have been busy responding to the all new UK government following the arrival of new Prime Minister Andy Burnham in Downing Street on Monday and the subsequent appointment of all his ministers. There's been a pretty significant shake up of who is running the various government departments. Except, that is, at the Department For Culture, Media & Sport, where it's pretty much business as usual.

Leicester Comedy Festival company files 'serious incident report' with Charity Commission
The charitable organisation that runs the Leicester Comedy Festival – the Big Difference Company – has submitted a 'serious incident report' to the Charity Commission in relation to its ongoing financial issues that have left numerous comedians who performed at this year's event unpaid.

Shows to see in London this week - including performances from people we first discovered at the Edinburgh Festival.

FRINGEY STUFF

Jane Eyre Convention | The Hope Theatre | 24-25 Jul
Hey everyone, we are starting with Fringey stuff because there are so many shows happening this week in London that are going to be heading up to the lovely edfringe next month! The first to command my attention, because I am a Bronte-head, was 'Jane Eyre Convention', which is a farcical, comic work about Jane Eyre aficionados, which I think sounds rather promising. More here.

Linus Karp Was Hit With An Umbrella | Park Theatre | 23-25 Jul (pictured)
We always like whatever Linus Karp does at the Fringe (and we like it when those shows go on in London too, obv), so it's a safe bet that this show will be worth seeing, and seeing now, especially if you're not able to make it up to the Scottish capital next month. It's about a homophobic attack that really happened, which is awful, but the show will be excellent, and also funny. Book here.

Play Dead | Camden People's Theatre | 24 Jul
"Echo has a broken heart. A gutted-from-the-inside, cut-off-your-toes broken heart. Help is just a phone call away, but he opts for a classical (feral) form of revenge". I like shows inspired by myths and classics, so this darkly comic play offering a queer take on Ovid's myth of Narcissus sounds great, especially as it features a dog crate and a job lot of grapefruit. Not sure why. Click here.

FUNNY STUFF

Otto & Astrid – The Stages Tour | Soho Theatre | 24-25 Jul
Okay, on to some funny London stuff for you to consider. But yes, who am I trying to kid? These three picks are also going to be on at this summer's Edinburgh Festival. We did a Q&A recently with this well established music-comedy act, so you'll know all about them, I dare say, but now you have the opportunity to develop your acquaintanceship by seeing them in action this week. Details here.

11 ½ Angry Men Edfringe Comedy Previews | The Playground Theatre | 22 Jul-1 Aug
This is not just a show that's going to Edinburgh, it's a whole season of events over at the Playground, most of which will be repeated up at the old edfringe: there's the 'Twelve Angry Men' spoof starring many comedians, and many of those comedians will be previewing their Fringe hours, plus there's also a gala. Go to the venue website here and see everything that's on offer.

Top Gunchained | OSO Arts Centre | 23-24 Jul (pictured)
We're very well aware of the talent that is Richard Marsh, known for his slam-poeting, Fringe First winning works, and hugely successful epic poem version of 'Die Hard', 'Yippee Ki Yay'. So you'll be pleased to hear that he's doing another Hollywood homage, this time to well loved fighter pilot yarn 'Top Gun'. Don't miss this chance if you're not going to Ed this year, book here.

MORE GREAT STUFF

Hofesh Shechter: In The Brain | Southbank Centre | 22-25 Jul
And finally, more great stuff, and also, finally, a show that is not going to be on in Edinburgh this summer, so make sure you see it before you go north, if you are going. Hofesh Schechter needs very little introduction, probably, and this part rave part ritual performance that promises a "fevered, all consuming experience" is selling very quickly, so hurry up and book here.

Tiny Planet | Little Angel Theatre | 28-29 July (pictured)
There's a Puppet Festival going on at the Little Angel Theatre over the next few weeks, which feels like a good way to keep small ones occupied, so here's a recommendation for the first event, 'Tiny Planet'. It's is an awesome, space themed show, that's only on for two days, presumably because… yes, it begins a run at the edfringe's Pleasance Dome on 5 Aug. Book here.

An Audience With Virginia Woolf | Tabard Theatre | 27-28 Jul
This is a show that I didn't initially realise was headed to the Festival, but, yes, it is. Written and performed by Lucy Stevens, the show offers an intimate encounter with highly influential literary icon Virginia Woolf via her novels, essays and personal writing. Expect reflections on art, identity and the role of women in society, as well as extracts from famous works. More here.

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