FESTIVAL KIDS | Hitlist KIDS HITLIST
Kelly Apter picks some of the best kids’ shows to check out in week one of the Fringe Aug (not 16, 22), 2.45pm, £10–£12 (£8–£10). Previews 3–5 Aug, £6.
BEDTIME STORIES Cuddle up under the big top for this award-winning show by London-based circus company Upswing, in which a family tries to find quality time together. See preview, page 72. Underbelly’s Circus Hub on the Meadows, 0844 545 8252, 6–22 Aug (not 15), times vary, £10.50–£11.50 (£9.50–£10.50). Previews 4 & 5 Aug, £8.50.
MERMALADE The company behind 2015 Fringe hit The Last of the Dragons returns with another dramatic and funny romp featuring a strong female heroine. See preview, page 70. Pleasance Courtyard, 556 6550, 6–29 Aug (not 17 & 18, 22–24), 11.15am, £7.50–£10 (£6.50–£9). Preview 5 Aug, £6.
MICHAEL MORPURGO’S KING ARTHUR
The highly imaginative and engaging Storypocket Theatre take on Morpurgo’s exciting, moving take on the Knights of the Round Table. See preview at list.co.uk Gilded Balloon at the Museum, 622 6552, 6–29
JELLYFISH Puppetry and energetic performances combine in this show for 7 to 11-year- olds, exploring a child’s view of depression. See preview, page 72. Pleasance Courtyard, 556 6550, 6–29 Aug (not 15), 11.45am, £7–£9 (£6–£8.50). Previews 3–5 Aug, £6.
PUZZLE Lithuanian company Dansema Dance Theatre presents this highly colourful show, tailored specifically for babies and toddlers aged three and under. See preview, page 67. ZOO, 662 6892, 5–20 Aug (not 7, 14), 11.45am, £5.
MARK THOMPSON’S
SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW TV astronomer Thompson turns his hand to physics, chemistry and biology in this dynamic family show featuring explosions and disappearing acts. See feature, page 69. Gilded Balloon at the Museum, 622 6552, 5–14 Aug, 4.30pm, £8 (£6). Preview 4 Aug, £6.
THE RUFF GUIDE TO SHAKESPEARE
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Bedtime Stories
headlong into Shakespeare’s life and works in this fast-paced hour for ages six and over. See preview, page 72. Assembly George Square Gardens, 623 3030, 6–19 Aug (not 15), 11.10am, £8–£9 (£6–£7). Previews 4 & 5 Aug, £5.
FUTURE PERFECT Small Stories (the development wing of Tall Stories) present this time-travelling adventure featuring a real life father and his 10-year-old son. See preview, page 70. Pleasance Courtyard, 556 6550, 4–14 Aug (not 10), 2pm, £6–£7.
The beautiful green space of Charlotte Square Gardens in the centre of Edinburgh is transformed into a magical village of tents and walkways, theatres, cafés, bookshops and grassy areas to sit, read and soak up
Book and browse events: www.edbookfest.co.uk
the Festival atmosphere.
800 authors in 750 events including:
Ali Smith • Jonathan Safran Foer • Eimear McBride • Erica Jong • Miranda Sawyer • Chris Brookmyre Mark Haddon • James Kelman • Edward Ross • Jackie Kay • Billy Letford • Packie Bonner • Janet Ellis Lemn Sissay • Val McDermid • Chris Boardman • Michel Faber • Shappi Khorsandi • Irvine Welsh
Ray Mears • Geoff Dyer • Liz Lochhead • A L Kennedy
68 THE LIST FESTIVAL 4–11 Aug 2016