Edinburgh Playhouse Kicks Off Fringe Programme with Star-Studded Lineup

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The Capital Theatre's Playhouse kicked off its Fringe programme on Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2, with an impressive lineup of shows featuring renowned comedians, musicians, and performers. Some of the notable acts include Jason Byrne, Miriam Margolyes, Alan Davies, and chart-topping singer-songwriter David Gray. The programme also includes a special 25th-anniversary performance of Dead Ringers, featuring long-standing cast members Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, and Lewis MacLeod.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Playhouse's Fringe programme features an impressive lineup of shows, including Jason Byrne, Connor Burns, Mark Nelson, Kai Humphries, Kevin Quantum, Jess Robinson, and Circa.
  • The programme includes a special 25th-anniversary performance of Dead Ringers, featuring long-standing cast members Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, and Lewis MacLeod.
  • Fellow comedian Bill Bailey brings his Thoughtifier show to the Playhouse on August 23 and 24.
  • Chart-topping singer-songwriter David Gray will perform at the Playhouse on Monday, August 25.
  • Other notable acts include Miriam Margolyes, Hal Cruttenden, Patrick Monahan, Cirque Kalabanté, and Ben Hart.
  • Tickets for the shows are available from £28 and can be found on the Edinburgh Playhouse website.

Statistics:

  • The Playhouse's Fringe programme features over 20 shows, including comedy, music, and performance acts.
  • The programme includes a range of age guidance, from 14+ to adult-only shows.
  • The average ticket price for the shows is £28.
  • The Fringe programme runs from August 1 to August 25.

Sources:

  • "Kevin Quinn"
  • "Forth on the Fringe" at Edinburgh Playhouse
  • Edinburgh News - Scotsman.com
  • Edinburgh Playhouse's Fringe programme