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Cabaret and Variety

Daniel Cainer: Topical

A new collection of smart, funny and deeply moving story-songs inspired by current affairs, family affairs and affairs of the heart. A perfect way to start your day at the Fringe. Celebrating 20 years at Edinburgh. 'His songs make you laugh, bring you to tears, warm your heart and break your heart' (FringeReview.co.uk). From the creator of the award-winning Fringe and Off-Broadway show Jewish Chronicles. 

30 July - 25 August 2025, 11:50 am

Underbelly George Square

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Children's Shows

The Alphabet of Awesome Science

Join Aussie Professors Lexi Con and Noel Edge (the Word Nerd and the Science Freak) for thrilling voyage through the alphabet – where fascinating words inspire spectacular science! It's a tongue-twisting race from A to Z that's equal parts explosive, messy, hilarious, fascinating and gross. Brace yourself for an hour of carefully crafted alphabetical, scientifical (multi award-winning!) chaos.

30 July - 24 August 2025, 12:00 pm

Underbelly George Square