Bigger, better, bangier than before! Brainiac's most explosive TV scientist is back; testing jelly babies to destruction. A "pyrothechnic extravaganza" [Daily Mail] featuring: spontaneously combusting dancing jelly babies; Barny the S.A.S. trained stunt ballet banana; interpretive dance bottom-burp ignition... "Silly, crazy, dirty, dangerous and magnificent" [Daily Telegraph] live science for kids.

Join Ban and Dan on an exciting musical adventure! Heroes, Monsters, and Misterstourworm – the biggest, most horrible baddie of them all… Will good triumph over evil? Will Ban and Dan finish their story? Weaving its way through enchanting soundscapes and mythological creatures this is a journey not to be missed! Join the adventure at www.misterstourworm.com
You can book tickets for this show (as well as many others) from the Edinburgh Comedy Festival website.

Hear about the king who grew donkey's ears, the clever goddess Athena, and a little boy who learned to fly. Three actors present the most exciting stories ever told, with songs, audience participation, friendly monsters and silly hats. Ages 3-6 (children must be accompanied). 31/07, 9/08, 21/08 – Perseus. 02/08, 14/08, 23/08 – Theseus. 07/08, 16/08 – King Midas

For primary school children, Andrew Clover – Dad, Perrier Nominee, writer of the Sunday Times column Dad Rules – is doing four special shows which mix stand-up, silly impressions, and stories about princesses, aliens, and a dog that’s scared of Chiwawas. THREE SHOWS ONLY!!! “The wild man of comedy comes of age” Time Out. ***** Scotsman

One boy. Two Hearts. Alone in his hospital bed Cuddy plays a waiting game where life meets death in a single heartbeat. Music, puppetry and humour combine in this magical tale for everyone over 9 that has a heart ... or two. www.theemptyspace.org.uk

Mrs Wobble is a waitress. The only trouble is, she wobbles… Forbidden Theatre Company brings stories from Allan Ahlberg’s Happy Families to life, with help from Mr Biff the Boxer and Mrs Plug the Plumber. Fun for children of all ages. 'Imaginative' Time Out on ‘Stung’ www.forbidden.org.uk

A toy city magically comes alive, leading two children on an incredible adventure. Bursting with surprises, extraordinary characters and fantastic puppets. Follow Philip and Lucy into an enchanting world. A fun-filled Edith Nesbit story with a uniquely beautiful set and original score. From the team behind ‘Enchanted Castle’ “Young ones will be captivated…an hour of fun” (Guardian).

In a colourless world can you help Bear survive? Hope, colour and pure kaleidoscopia, intertwining puppetry, comedy and live musicians, oh and a pianist playing on his head! NSDF08 Winners present an award winning spectacular certain to enchant young and old alike ***** - Ribcaged, edinburghguide.com. Oh wait … Don’t forget your paintings kids!

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

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.

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

Potted Potter’s Dan and Jeff return with this all-new show, packing pirates from Long John Silver to Jack Sparrow into one madcap, swashbuckling and plank-walking hour. 'Dan and Jeff hurl themselves into the farce with all their enthusiasm and have everyone roaring with laughter.' ***** EdinburghGuide.com. 'Gloriously irreverent, lovable romp.' **** TimeOut Critics Choice. Directed and co-written by Richard Hurst