A wonderfully comic, yet searing portrayal of what life might be like in a London of the not-too-distant future, exploring genetics, cloning and faith and ultimately what it means to be human. "Utter brilliance" (Time Out ****)

Paul Merton and his highly acclaimed Impro Chums are wonders of nature. Impro Chums take audience suggestions and create cascades of fantastic tumbling laughter. Most of the time. The Impro Chums are mainly Richard Vranch, Lee Simpson, Suki Webster and Mike McShane.

'These are masters of their craft and there wasn't a dull moment. Terrific fun' Manchester Evening News

12+ : May contain moderate swearing.

Meet the Kings, Queens, heroes, villains and everyday Scots who shaped Scotland's past... Enjoy a fun, fast-paced hour of story, song and excitement: stories from Scotland, its people, history, and folklore. Andy, David and Tania can’t wait to guide you through Scottish History’s most thrilling and gruesome bits! www.scotlandin60.co.uk

Bizarre love tryst between a Man, his Fiancée and his mutinous mirror image... Lecoq-Trained Company Ad Infinitum bring you a very funny cartoon world of fast-paced, touching nonsense: an opportunity to see a rare type of exhilarating physical theatre comedy. “A well-observed, well-executed slice of entertainment”.
[Total Theatre]

“Away from the city, with its holes in the road, suicide bombers and fresh morning vomit…”
This savagely funny new play by Torben Betts (winner, Best New Play, Critics Awards for Theatre in Scotland) chronicles a yuppie couple who relocate to escape the pressures of city life. Will a desolate house on the coast provide The Answer?
www.torbenbetts.com

Last summer was the wettest on record. One year on and over 2000 flooded households are still living in caravans. Look Left Look Right's new documentary theatre piece, performed in a caravan, hears how people cope in a crisis. An intimate and compelling encounter with a 5 star company. 'Fascinating... vivid and honest' Lyn Gardner, The Guardian ****. 'Critics Choice', The Metro.

4th - 25th August 2008 (not 12th)
Aug 4 - 25 12.30 (30 mins)
Aug 4 - 25 13.10 (30 mins)
Aug 4 - 25 13.50 (30 mins)
Aug 4 - 25 14.30 (30 mins)
Aug 4 - 25 15.10 (30 mins)
Aug 4 - 25 15.50 (30 mins)

An intergalactic fairytale for people aged five to infinity. Fresh from a UK Tour, Gomito’s action-packed whirlwind adventure stars puppets, live music, giant spiders, witches and wizards. “A true masterpiece” Three Weeks on Little Red Things 2007.

Too old, too tight, too much last year; but one person's tat can become another's treasure. Step into a different world with Hand Me Down and see what unfolds from the clothing and clutter in our little piece of charity shop heaven. www.theemptyspace.org.uk

'We’re on the brink of something here'. When an artist speaks out, a zealot assassin is sent to kill him. His public death divides a nation and civil war follows, fostering betrayal and distrust between family and friends. Producers of 2007’s acclaimed ‘Fanny and Faggot’ by Jack Thorne return with a startling vision of our future.

1976 New Zealand. Meet Foreskin, Clean, Larry, Ken, Mean, Irish and their coach Tupper. This is the story of a rugby team that live for the game and each other; but underneath the hilarious camaraderie lies a dark betrayal and a young man's torn loyalties between the classes. Warning: Tackle involved!

Our feathered friends battle to save the planet with bird poo in this riotous new comedy musical for all the family (recommended for ages 6+). Performed by seven all-singing, all-dancing actor-musicians. Inspired by Aristophanes' 'The Birds'. 'Whoops of delight… infectious energy' Oxford Times. 'Packed with belly-laughs… astounding all-round talents' Daily Information. Words: Stephen Sharkey. Music: Alex Silverman
Directed: Helen Eastman

‘Pick of the Fringe’ Rosie Wilkinson and BBC Award Winner Helen O’Brien rustle up an organic, gluten-free feast of freshly slaughtered comedy sketches. A palette cleanser of TV chefs, followed by a distorted portion of teenage angst and a casserole of teachers.

Domestic Goddi - don’t feel guilty for not grinding your own flour. Warning: may contain nuts.

The famous tenor’s escape from the great 1906 San Francisco Earthquake. Enrico Caruso faces prophetic divas, sardonic servants, collapsing hotel rooms, a city on fire and the ghosts of his past. Beautiful story telling and live opera from Rossini & Puccini combine to reveal the heart behind a legend. “Impressive…Epic” Sunday Times on Prodigal Theatre’s Tragedian

You’re a man, and you want to become a woman? The Islamic Republic of Iran can help. Sex change, Botox, pickle and jam; Plastic examines the traffic between the two sexes in the world capital of cosmetic surgery. 30 Bird and collaborators from Iran, Germany and the UK combine video, architecture, lighting, music and performance in this world premiere. www.30birdproductions.org

Set in a group of underground cellars 'The Factory' aims to explore the industrial process of extermination used at Auschwitz/Birkenau during The Holocaust. We follow the ‘Sonderkommando’ through each stage of the destruction as they retell the personal tragedies of the millions consumed by the inferno. An intense and physical study of what death in the Gas Chambers actually meant.
Various times
1, 4, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24 Aug - 13:00 (14:00) & 14:30 (15:30)
2, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 Aug - 16:30 (17:30) & 18:00 (19:30)
3, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 Aug - 20:00 (21:00) & 21:30 (22:30)

The world is changing and deep underground the search for the future is beginning. There is music, dancing and lists of the dead, there is uncertainty and hope, there are truths to face. Join us as Germany is carved up and shared out, and ask yourself, whose side will you be on now the war is over?

Various times
1, 4, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24 Aug - 20:00 (21:00) & 21:30 (22:30)

2, 5, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 Aug - 13:00 (14:00) & 14:30 (15:30)

3, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 Aug - 16:30 (17:30) & 18:00 (19:30)

Funny, outrageous and true! Direct from a smash US run this solo comedy written and performed by leading satirist Tania Katan is a thrill ride though life. A show about far-out families, quirky girlfriends and boobs but not necessarily in that order. Join Tania on a wild ride as she searches for love.

Ever done a job you hate so much that visits to the toilet are the highlight?Jen Brister (BBC 6 Music) and Clare Warde (Touch Me I'm Karen Taylor BBC3 & Laura Ben and Him ITV2) aren’t pursuing their dream, instead their sorting the post.
Join them struggling with the switchboard whilst fantasising about what they ‘should’ be doing.

Edinburgh's Golden Couple are back for one last lunchtime with even more celebrity guests, gossip, and surprises. So pack your lunch-box and join Neil and Christine for the best fun-filled hour to be found on the fringe.

A total sell-out in 2006/07 - Book early! 8th and 22nd August: Midnight Feast with the Hamitons all tickets £12.50