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The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 - Magic Listings Magic listings compiled for MagicWeek by Peter McLanachan www.thecardman.co.uk (Many thanks Peter!)
Also see www.edfringe.com
Cabaret
1 Astonishment 2 Many: Chris Dugdale Chris Dugdale Best Magic Show: HELLO! Magazine 2022/2024. The only act ever to win the Edfest Bouquet five times! Recently awarded the highest honour in magic: Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star. Assembly George Square Studios (Studio Three) Jul 30-31 19:55(1h) £14.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 19:55(1h) £17.00 (£16.00) Aug 6-7,11-14,19-21 19:55(1h) £15.00 (£14.00)
1 Dazzling Cabaret Sassy Backbone Cabaret After seven consecutive years of sold-out performances, this sensational burlesque, cabaret, magic and comedy show returns. Promising an unforgettable night of dazzling acts, laughter and mystery. Experience this vibrant blend of talent that always captivates audiences! Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters (The Live Room) Jul 31-Aug 24 20:00(1h) Pay What You Can in advance from the following prices to guarantee entry or turn up at the venue for free, with the option of donating at the end of the show. Your Pay What You Can ticket options are: £5, £7.50, £10 and £12.50.
#1 Greatest Hit Rock'n'Roll Magic Show Arron Jones/PBH's Free Fringe Arron Jones was on Britain’s Got Talent... now he wants revenge. A new hour of magic from rock'n'roll's greatest magician. ***** (StageToPage.co.uk). ***** (MyLovelyAssistant.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Ballroom) Aug 2-24 16:05(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
1 Hour of Insane Magic Insane Productions After complete sell-outs in 2023 and 2024, Insane Magic return with their biggest show yet! Experience some of the most amazing magic from 'three of the best magicians in the country' (EdinburghLive.co.uk). Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower (Orchard) Jul 30-Aug 1 17:45(1h) £9.00 Aug 2-4,6-24 17:45(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
1 Hour of Insanity Insane Productions Expect the unexpected in this fast-paced, family-friendly whirlwind of a show. A hilarious host leads a whirlwind of circus, magic and comedy to create chaos at its finest with insane international acts and fun for everyone! Gilded Balloon Patter House (Other Yin) Jul 30-Aug 1 16:30(1h) £9.00 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 16:30(1h) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21,25 16:30(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
1 Hour Straitjacket Escape Magic Show Arron Jones/PBH's Free Fringe One devilishly handsome magician doing magic in a straitjacket! Is it possible? Come find out! Zero sleight of hand guaranteed! As seen on BGT, ITV, E4 and Dave ***** (StageToPage.co.uk). ***** (MyLovelyAssistant.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Finnegan's Wake (Finnegan's Wake) Aug 3-8,10-15,17-22,24 12:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
1 Moment in Time Sean Alexander A unique and thought-provoking magic show unlike any other, with jaw-dropping magic, mind reading and powerful storytelling on the defining moments in time that shape each and every one of us! 'Must-see' (BritishTheatreGuide.info). theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Fleming Theatre) Aug 1-23 15:55(50m) £14.50 (£13.00)
18+ Magic: The Magic Show Your Mum Shouldn't See Illusionary Productions Shocking tricks, filthy laughs and jaw-dropping sleight-ofhand. This is outrageous, R-rated magic for grown-ups only. No kids. No filter. No shame. It's the late-night chaos your mum definitely shouldn't know about! theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Grand Theatre) Aug 11-16, 18-23 22:10(50m) £12.00 (£10.00)
Absolutely Magic! Tim Licata Magic/PBH's Free Fringe 50 minutes of impossible magic with one of Scotland’s most entertaining magicians! 'Mind blown! One of the best magic shows I’ve seen' (Audience review). 'Tim Licata is absolutely magic!' **** (WorldMagicReview.com). **** (AllEdinburghTheatre.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Uno Mas (Bar) Aug 2-10,12-17,19-24 17:45(50m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Absurd: A Live Cabaret Panel Show Ava Beaux/Kane and Abel/PBH’s Free Fringe Fun, joyous, raucous... absurd! Join magicians Ava Beaux, Kane and Abel for riotous games and cabaret acts. ‘An upbeat romp through a wide variety of acts’ **** (NorthWestEnd.co.uk). ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Whistlebinkies (Binkies Lounge) Aug 3-8,10-15,17-22,24 18:30(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Adam B Magic: Welcome to My Reality Adam B Magic/PBH's Free Fringe Magician Adam B invites you to see what the world looks like through the lens of magic and Neuro-Spice by joining him in his reality. PBH's Free Fringe @ Osaka (Downstairs Room) Aug 2-4,6-11,13-18,20-24 12:15(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Alex Kouvatas: How to Fail as a Magician in 55 Minutes Alex Kouvatas/PBH's Free Fringe Five years of Fringe shows, countless performances and yet... the magic still doesn’t work. Magic? Unlikely. Tricks? Possibly. A good time? Guaranteed! 'Kouvatas is fantastic with his humour' (WorldMagicReview.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Osaka (Downstairs Room) Aug 2-24 16:00(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Alex Kouvatas presents Game Night Live! Alex Kouvatas/PBH's Free Fringe Join Alex for an hour of interactive fun, as the entire audience play classic games like Simon Says, Two Truths and a Lie, and I Spy! Comedy for everyone! PBH's Free Fringe @ Burrito ‘n’ Shake (Downstairs Room) Aug 2-24 19:30(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock B-Rock Productions Denmark Back at the Fringe with electrifying, slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy and cutting-edge video production. Top family entertainment: guaranteed the most thrilling magic this festival! 'Polished, humorous, smooth' ****½ (GlamAdelaide.com.au). 'See this show!' ****½ (FringeFeed.com.au). Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower (Bramley) Jul 30-31 16:30(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-3,8-10,15-17,22-24 16:30(1h) £16.00 (£15.00) Aug 4-7,11-14,18-21 16:30(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
Andrew Frost: The Greatest Card Magician in the World Andrew Frost Andrew's recent success led to being described as the 'greatest card magician in the world'. Come and find out if it's true. 'A brilliant magician' (Derren Brown). 'A phenomenon' (David Blaine). Pleasance Dome (10 Dome) Jul 30-31 16:30(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 16:30(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 6-7,11,13-14,18-21,25 16:30(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
Ash Pryce: Occult Noisy Ghost Entertainment/PBH's Free Fringe No under 5s are permitted in the venue Take a journey into the supernatural in this unsettling, bizarre magic show. Stay spooky in the realm of the occult with Edinburgh Horror Festival sell-out magician Ash Pryce. PBH's Free Fringe @ CC Blooms Aug 2-9 20:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Ava & Beaux: Tales of Magic Ava Beaux/PBH’s Free Fringe ‘A perfect, stunning magic show' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'Exciting talent that will no doubt grow into a magical stardom’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com). Immersive storytelling told through magic, clown, and a bewitchingly beautiful finale. PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Speakeasy) Aug 2-5,7-12,14-19,21-24 15:25(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Barbara Fernandez presents: Everything But Standup Barbara Fernandez/Free Festival Welcome to the cabaret asylum: an ever-changing lineup of oddball character acts, singers, magicians, clowns... some are sassy, most are brassy, some may be classy... A surprise each night to showcase wacky Fringe shows! Laughing Horse @ The Counting House (The Loft) Jul 31-Aug 3,5-10,12-17,19-24 19:45(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Caspar Thomas: The Art of Close-Up Magic (Volume 2) Caspar Thomas Magic Returning with an all-new show. Stunning magic. Unbelievable skill. Elegant performance. ‘You won't see this level of skill anywhere else... He should be charging £100 per ticket’ (Jerry Sadowitz). www.casparthomas.com C ARTS | C venues | C alto (theatre) Jul 30-31,Aug 11-12,18-19 18:50(1h) £15.00 (£13.00) (£11.00 C) (£44.00 F) Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 18:50(1h) £19.00 (£17.00) (£15.00 C) (£60.00 F) Aug 6-7,13-14,20-21 18:50(1h) £17.00 (£15.00) (£13.00 C) (£52.00 F)
Charlie Caper – The Future Lee Martin for Gag Reflex The most high-tech, sci-fi show you will ever see. Mindboggling illusions. Technology indistinguishable from magic. Not to be missed. 'A master of illusion... A clear genius' ***** (Advertiser, Adelaide). Assembly George Square Gardens (Piccolo) Jul 30-31 16:35(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 16:35(1h) £14.50 (£13.50) Aug 6-7,12,14,18-21 16:35(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
Charlie Caper – Magical Charlie Caper/PBH's Free Fringe The winner of Sweden's Got Talent returns with magnificent sleight of hand, oodles of charm and lots of laughs. 'Amazing' ***** (Mail on Sunday). 'A clear genius' ***** (Advertiser). 'Standing ovation' (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 2-4,6-11,13-18,20-25 13:15(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Chris Dinwoodie: Pure Magic, Man Chris Dinwoodie Glasgow’s number one comedy-magician returns to the Fringe with a new show combining his award-winning sleight of hand magic wrapped up in his natural, off-the-cuff sense of humour. Expect to be entertained and amazed. Scottish Comedy Festival @ The Beehive Inn (Beehive 2 (The Attic)) Aug 1-9,12-17,19-25 16:00(1h) Pay What You Can in advance from the following prices to guarantee entry or turn up at the venue for free, with the option of donating at the end of the show. Your Pay What You Can ticket options are: £7, £8, £9 and £10.
A City Cabaret Cabaret in the City Come to the Cabaret! Be dazzled with a show full of sultry burlesque, mind bending magic, side splitting comedy and breathtaking circus acts. A show to leave you spellbound and craving more. The one show to see! Laughing Horse @ Coco Boho (Main Room) Jul 31-Aug 3,5-10,12-17,19-23 21:00(1h) Pay What You Can in advance from the following prices to guarantee entry or turn up at the venue for free, with the option of donating at the end of the show. Your Pay What You Can ticket options are: £5, £7.50, £10 and £12.50.
Comedy Hypnosis Show: The Hypnotist Live Daniel Sinclair/PBH's Free Fringe One of the UK’s top hypnotists, Daniel Sinclair presents this mesmerisingly hilarious show where volunteers have their imaginations unlocked and realities transformed... all through hypnosis. Prepare to be spellbound. PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 2-5,7-12,14-19,21-24 17:00(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Dan Bastianelli: Identity Dan Bastianelli Magician Following sell-out runs in 2023 and 2024, Dan Bastianelli brings a brand-new magic experience which explores the question: How can you know anything when you don't even know yourself? 'A very skilled performer' **** (WorldMagicReview.com). theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Theatre 1) Aug 1-9 18:25(50m) £12.00 (£10.00)
Dave Reubens – The Magic Game Dave Reubens – The Magician/PBH's Free Fringe Magician Dave Reubens hosts his chaotic game show where two audience teams compete in exciting challenges with mind-blowing magic along the way. Expect high-energy, interactive fun where anything can happen. PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 2-24 15:45(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
David Alnwick: Objectively the Best Magician David Alnwick/PBH's Free Fringe 'The most spontaneously funny magician on the Fringe' **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Alnwick is wildly, ridiculously popular... Incredible... Daily queues down the street' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'Completely f***ing awesome' **** (Skinny). **** (FringeGuru.com). **** (Deadline News). PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Studio) Aug 2-24 15:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
David Alnwick: Occult Illusionist David Alnwick/PBH's Free Fringe Hilarious magic with a supernatural theme from a Fringe legend. ***** (ThreeWeeks). ***** (TheSphinx.co.uk). ***** (Suitcase Monkey, YouTube). **** (FringeGuru.com). 'Incredible... Daily queues down the street' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Banshee Labyrinth (Chamber Room) Aug 2-24 16:50(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
David Alnwick: The Dare Witch Project David Alnwick/PBH's Free Fringe One-man found-footage horror, live on stage. A Blair Witch superfan dared to spend a night alone in the woods. 'Extremely funny' **** (DeadlineNews.co.uk). 'Pure horror' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'Nerve-shredding for the sold-out crowd' (Scotsman). PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Speakeasy) Aug 2-24 19:20(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Fake Chris Cook Magic/PBH's Free Fringe Magician and storyteller Chris Cook weaves the story of an artist, a forger and a magician into a tale that asks the audience: what makes something art? 'An absolute master of the stage' (BroadwayBaby.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Speakeasy) Aug 2-24 18:15(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
The Great Divinator: Touched by Spirits Katie Tranter & The Project People Fake moustache! Real mindreading! Vintage vibes and outrageous spirit-flirting blend 'Victorian charm with modern magic for a delightful comedic experience’ (Everything-Theatre.co.uk). Winner – Best Variety Show, Leicester Comedy Festival 2025. 'Really fun!' (Jim Carrey). Le Monde (Dirty Martini) Aug 1 20:00(55m) £9.00 (£8.00) Aug 2-3,9-10 20:00(55m) £15.00 (£12.00) Aug 4-8,12-14 20:00(55m) £12.00 (£10.00)
The Great Mysterio The Great Mysterio/&Co Productions/PBH's Free Fringe A tribute to the greatest magician who never lived. The Great Mysterio, an award-winning magician, captivates audiences globally with mind-bending illusions. His true identity remains a secret, fuelling speculation and debate over the man behind the mask. PBH's Free Fringe @ Uno Mas (Bar) Aug 2-24 19:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Hidden Powers Angus Baskerville The magic of Angus Baskerville and Hidden Powers, informative and entertaining, poignant but funny. You will never leave a Baskerville show without having had both your mind blown, and an appreciation of growing up autistic advanced. theSpace on the Mile (Space 2) Aug 1-9,11-16,18-23 15:20(50m) £12.00 (£10.00) (£28.00 F)
Honest Fraud Fundo Falso Company A game in which every player expects to be deceived and finds joy in it. Reality and resemblance turn illusion into an act of pure honesty. Telepathy, after all, is not about reading minds, but about guiding them. Underbelly, Bristo Square (The Dairy Room) Jul 30-Aug 1 16:40(1h) £10.00 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 16:40(1h) £14.00 (£13.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21,25 16:40(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
The Honest Magician Cavan Booth Magicians are professional liars. But can they still amaze you... while being 100% truthful? Fresh from his sold-out show in Manchester, Cavan Booth performs magic with a twist! An unforgettable hour of jaw-dropping miracles, thrills and laughs! Greenside @ George Street (Mint Studio) Aug 11-16 15:05(1h) £15.00 (£12.50) (£50.00 F)
Hypnosis: Live and Direct Cameron Gibson/PBH's Free Fringe Get ready for a laugh-out-loud late-night adventure! Join Cameron Gibson for an adults-only comedy hypnosis show packed with surprises, hilarious audience participation and unforgettable fun. Come curious, leave in stitches! The Liquid Room (The Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 2-3,5-10,12-17,19-24 20:45(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Igor Lipinski's Piano Illusions Igor Lipinski and Anna Chenoweth Lipinski A one-of-a-kind show of piano and magic! Directed by Paul Christman. ‘He thrills you on the piano, mystifies you with magical illusions, and keeps you laughing with his impudent, charismatic charm’ (Teller of Penn & Teller). artSpace@StMarks (Church) Aug 6-9,19-23 20:30(1h) £12.00 (£10.00) (£20.00 F) Aug 12-17 14:30(1h) £12.00 (£10.00) (£20.00 F)
James Phelan – The Man Who Was Magic Showman Live Dare to believe in magic, in this ***** show where the impossible becomes possible. James Phelan returns with this dazzling, uplifting magic show that will leave you dizzy in disbelief. Underbelly, Bristo Square (McEwan Hall) Jul 31 17:30(1h) £15.00 Aug 1-5,8-10 17:30(1h) £22.50 (£20.50) Aug 6-7,11-13 17:30(1h) £18.00 (£16.00)
Jamie Leonard: Wonder Boy Jamie Leonard/PBH's Free Fringe From sell-out shows to performing for royalty, Jamie Leonard returns with Wonder Boy – a fast, funny and mind-blowing hour of magic. 'Slick' (MagicSeats.co.uk). 'Charming' (WorldMagicReview.com). 'One of magic’s rising stars' (Colin Cloud). Gilded Balloon Patter House (Dram) July 30-Aug 3 16:15(45m) £11.00 (£10.00)
Jokers! Magic Spectacular Jokers Comedy Ltd Mind-blowing night of world-class magic, circus, music and cabaret! Featuring jaw-dropping illusions, breathtaking stunts and spectacular specialty acts, this show will leave you spellbound. Don't miss out – magic is real, believe the impossible! Just the Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Cask Room) Jul 31-Aug 11,13-24 14:25(1h) £10.00 Buy a ticket in advance to guarantee entry or Pay What You Want at the venue
Just Tricks – David Taylor David Taylor/PBH's Free Fringe 100% amazing, mind frying magic tricks performed by magician David Taylor. Enjoy an incredible, free magic show in this central Edinburgh location. 'An enjoyable hour, with a lovable host' (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Funny and impressive mind-reading' (VoiceMag.uk). PBH's Free Fringe @ Osaka (Downstairs Room) Aug 13-24 14:45(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Kevin Quantum: Unbelievable Magic for Non-Believers KQ Productions Sceptical? Don't believe in magic? Good. We're here to blow your mind open. Trained by Penn & Teller; expect big gasps and raw, unfiltered magic from a world-class showman. 'Astonishing' ***** (Edinburgh Evening News). Assembly Rooms (Ballroom) Jul 31 19:40(1h) £12.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 19:40(1h) £16.00 (£15.00) Aug 6-7,11-14,18,20-21 19:40(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
Luke Osey: The Magic Hangover Insane Productions LTD Join Luke Osey on a spectacular adventure of hilarious, mind-blowing magic to help him remember what happened on the craziest night of his life! 'Just terrific' (Penn & Teller). Gilded Balloon Patter House (The Penny) Jul 30-Aug 1 21:00(1h) £10.00 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 21:00(1h) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21 21:00(1h) £12.00 (£11.00)
Magic Faraway Cabaret Mister Meredith/PBH's Free Fringe 'Fab lil cabaret party' (Time Out). 'An exciting array of the best in burlesque, comedy and sideshow... this fun late-night show has a taste of everything' **** (ThreeWeeks). ‘A festival stalwart' **** (Scotsman). PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Speakeasy) Aug 2-24 22:30(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Magicians Twin Feats Kane & Abel/PBH's Free Fringe Kane & Abel recreate the twin study they participated in as children but with the most magical outcome. Top Weekend Comedy Pick (Sunday Times). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). ***** (C44.au). Golden Knocker Award (Durham Fringe 2024). PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 2-18 14:30(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
Mason King – The Mind Spy Elite Entertainment Mind reader, mentalist and psychological magician Mason King returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with a thrilling, interactive journey into the inner depths of your mind! 'Astounding!' ***** (FringeReview.ca). 'Mind blowing!' ****½ (TheatreAndArtReviews.com). theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Theatre 3) Aug 2-3 17:05(50m) £8.00 (£6.00) (£20.00 F) Aug 4-8,11-14,16 17:05(50m) £11.50 (£9.50) (£30.00 F)
Mat Ricardo: The Extraordinary Gentleman Lee Martin for Gag Reflex with Royal Caribbean Entertainment 'Undoubtedly one of the greatest variety artists working today' (Scotsman) returns with his five-star, sell-out, one-man circus cabaret. 'Breathtaking' (Evening Standard). 'Amazing!' (HRH King Charles). Big tricks and big laughs for all ages! Assembly Roxy (Downstairs) Jul 30-31 12:50(1h) £9.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 12:50(1h) £12.50 (£11.50) Aug 6-7,11-12,14,18-21 12:50(1h) £11.50 (£10.50)
The Professional Showoff Andy Boyd – The Professional Showoff/PBH's Free Fringe Magic, juggling, robotics – you name it, he does it! Having performed on cruise ships worldwide for the past five years, Andy is now bringing his high-energy talents to the Fringe for the first time. PBH's Free Fringe @ Manahatta (Downstairs Bar) Aug 3-8,10-15 15:45(45m) (Free Non-ticketed)
The Remarkable Ben Hart Ben Hart, Gag Reflex, Royal Caribbean Entertainment Prepare to have reality rewritten. Fringe legend Ben Hart returns with a brand-new show – a jaw-dropping, funny and deeply mysterious theatrical experience. 'The Roald Dahl of the dark arts' (Advertiser). 'Eye-boggling' (Time Out). Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variété) Jul 30-31 18:25(1h) £12.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 18:25(1h) £18.50 (£17.50) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21 18:25(1h) £16.50 (£15.50)
Rob Ellinger: Hypnos Rob Ellinger Magic/PBH's Free Fringe Experience a unique fusion of hypnosis and magic. Every mystery takes you deeper and deeper into a profoundly enjoyable trance state. Each moment in hypnosis makes the magic more incredible. Be entertained. Be captivated. Be entranced. PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms (Ballroom) Aug 18 17:30(55m) (Free Non-ticketed) PBH's Free Fringe @ Liquid Room (Liquid Room Warehouse) Aug 19-24 14:30(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Sam King – Tricks and Stuff Samuel King/PBH's Free Fringe Soap. Bubbles. And the mysterious disappearance of Sam’s dad. A mind-bending, close-up magic show from Adelaide Fringe Best Magic winner Sam King. Hilarious, unpredictable, absurd. Expect real tricks, unreal stories and zero rabbits. PBH's Free Fringe @ Manahatta (Downstairs Bar) Aug 3-4 17:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed) Aug 5-8,10-15,17-22,24 17:00(1h) (Free Non-ticketed)
@Sassy Backbone Cabaret Sassy Backbone Cabaret Back after our massive sell-out run in 2024, Sassy Backbone brings you an evening of the best acts in burlesque, cabaret, magic and much more. Come see the talk of the Fringe! Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters (The Live Room) Jul 31-Aug 23 18:45(1h) Pay What You Can in advance from the following prices to guarantee entry or turn up at the venue for free, with the option of donating at the end of the show. Your Pay What You Can ticket options are: £5, £7.50, £10 and £12.50.
The Secret Room at Lauriston Castle Edinburgh International Magic Festival Enter secluded Lauriston Castle and travel back in time to a world of clandestine laboratories, hidden passages and secret rooms... Three expert magicians animate the castle's intriguing past with stories, performances and illusions. Lauriston Castle Aug 7-10,12-13,19-20 13:30, 15:30(1h15m) £22.00 (£20.00) (£16.00 C)
Shakespeare: Master of the Mind Lorenzo 'Renz' Novani An astonishing mind-reading show that celebrates the genius of William Shakespeare through the magical art of psychological illusion. 'Derren Brown, watch out, Lorenzo is astonishing' (STV). theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Stephenson Theatre) Aug 18-21 21:20(45m) £13.50 (£10.00) Aug 22-23 21:20(45m) £14.50 (£11.00)
The Telepath and The Conjuror The Oberons Prepare to be captivated by The Telepath and The Conjuror – a spellbinding blend of mind reading, magic and impossible illusions that will leave you amazed, astounded and questioning the boundaries of reality. theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Fleming Theatre) Aug 1-9 12:45(45m) £12.00 (£10.00) Aug 11-16,18-23 18:15(45m) £12.00 (£10.00)
Tom Bolton: Magic Man Tom Bolton Magician An interactive, nostalgic magic show filled with 'perfect magic and fun story' (WorldMagicReview.com). A 'love letter to wonder itself' (FringeBiscuit.co.uk) that's 'family-friendly with something for everyone' (WorldMagicReview.com). Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower (McIntosh) Aug 18-21 19:00(1h) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 22-24 19:00(1h) £12.50 (£11.50)
Tom Brace Saws Himself in Half Play People Productions Houdini. Brown. Blaine. Brace? Tom Brace is aiming to enter the Magic Hall of Fame by attempting a world first. Sawing HIMSELF in half. 'A hot ticket!' **** (WorldMagicReview.com). Pleasance Dome (King Dome) Jul 30-31 15:20(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 15:20(1h) £17.00 (£16.00) Aug 6-7,11,13-14,18-19,21,25 15:20(1h) £15.00 (£14.00)
Children’s Shows
1 Very Silly Old Man with Magical Rhymes Sid Ozalid Most suitable for ages 8 and older After selling-out his 2024 show, Sid is back with his family-friendly interactive journey of comedy, magic, song, poetry and dad dancing. Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower (Eve) Aug 8-10,15-16 11:40(1h) £11.50 (£10.50) Aug 11-14 11:40(1h) £10.50 (£9.50)
Abracadabra Family-Friendly Magic Show Alex Kouvatas/PBH's Free Fringe Most suitable for ages 5 and older. No under 5s are permitted in the venue Join Alexis Magician a sold-out Fringe children's performer, returning for his fifth year. Laughter and fun in an interactive show for the whole family! 'An incredibly likable performer' (WorldMagicReview.com). PBH's Free Fringe @ CC Blooms (CC Blooms) Aug 2-24 12:30(55m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Abracadadbod! Jokers Comedy Ltd Most suitable for ages 5 and older Frostie and The Cheese Monster make their Edinburgh debut. Expect plenty of cartoon capers in this show filled with mind-blowing magic, hilarious ventriloquism and parody songs. For kids who love to laugh and parents who really should know better! Just the Tonic at The Caves (Just the Fancy Room) Jul 31-Aug 11,13-24 12:50(1h) £10.00
All New Crazy Puppet Magic Show Scotland's Magic Sensation Most suitable for ages 3-5 Sell-out show every year! More puppets! More magic! More laughter! The perfect family show to start your day – kids love the magic, mayhem and colourful puppets! Frankenstein Pub (Bier Keller) Aug 1-17 12:00(1h) £8.00 (£7.50)
Amazing Bubble Man Louis Pearl Most suitable for ages 0 and older An Edinburgh favourite who sells out every year, Louis explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubble art, science, magic and fun. Combining comedy, artistry, music and audience participation, his spellbinding bubble tricks keep everyone mesmerised. Underbelly, Bristo Square (McEwan Hall) Jul 31 11:20(1h) £9.00 Aug 1-4,8-10,15-17,22-24 11:20(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 5-7,11-14,18-19,25 11:20(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
The Bubble Show® The Highland Joker Q Most suitable for ages 3 and older Join Mr Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles! Enjoy bouncy bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, smoke bubbles, square bubbles, giant bubbles and even fire bubbles! An international award-winning performance which blends magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! Assembly George Square Gardens (Piccolo) Jul 31 10:30(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-12,14-17 10:30(1h) £15.00 (£12.50) (£50.00 F)
Family Magic The Great Baldini Most suitable for ages 4 and older Legendary magician The Great Baldini (with Baldwin the magical dog), tells the story of his magical life through a series of spectacular illusions, from his first trick to the pinnacle of his career: attempting Houdini’s greatest escape. theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall (Theatre 3) Aug 1-3 15:10(45m) £7.00 Aug 4-7,11-14 15:10(45m) £10.00 (£8.00) (£32.00 F) Aug 8-9,15-16 15:10(45m) £12.00 (£9.00) (£36.00 F)
The Flying Bubble Show Maxwell the Bubbleologist Most suitable for ages 3 and older A dream-like fusion of bubbles and flight. Maxwell the Bubbleologist floats through the air, creating shimmering scenes of magic. A meditative, interactive spectacle that invites the audience into a world of wonder, beauty and play. Underbelly’s Circus Hub on the Meadows (The Beauty) Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-23 15:10(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 6-7,11,13-14,18,20-21 15:10(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
The Greatest Magic Show Showmen Productions Most suitable for ages 3-12 This multi award-winning, sell-out sensation of the past five years is set to return this summer – with more whimsical wonders than ever! Free magic wand on entry! 'This is the show to see!' **** (Entertainment-Now.com). Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variété) Jul 30-31 13:10(1h) £12.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 13:10(1h) £16.50 (£15.50) (£60.00 F) Aug 6-7,11-13,19-21,25 13:10(1h) £15.50 (£14.50) (£56.00 F)
A Magic Morning! Tim Licata Magic/PBH's Free Fringe Most suitable for ages 7-12 Magical mischief, great fun and classic trickery! Tim astounds with his delightful deception. Bring the kids for a magic morning! Mind blown! From kids to adults, Tim is brilliant! Sell-out Fringe 2023! PBH's Free Fringe @ Little Plaza (Little Plaza) Aug 3-10,12-17,19-24 11:10(45m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Mario the Maker Magician Mario the Maker Magician in association with Underbelly Most suitable for ages 3 and older Mario returns!! Robots, magic and slapstick! Contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-endearing Mario leads you through an explosion of energy and belly laughs. 'The best kids' magician in the world!' (David Blaine). Underbelly, George Square (Udderbelly) Jul 30 10:30(1h) £9.00 Jul 31, Aug 7,11-12 10:30(1h) £13.50 (£12.50) Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17 10:30(1h) £15.00 (£13.50)
Mojo and Jimmy: The Totally Awesome Magic Show Lee Martin for Gag Reflex Most suitable for ages 5 and older Epic magic, riotous laughs, and a wild forest rescue – this magic show brings families together! Created by the World Champion of Magic and a Broadway Illusionist. Assembly George Square Studios (Studio Three) Jul 30-31 13:25(1h) £10.50 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 13:25(1h) £12.50 (£11.50) Aug 6-7,11-12,14,18-21 13:25(1h) £11.50 (£10.50)
Norvil & Josephine: Rabbits Out of the Hat Ines Wurth Presents Most suitable for ages 5 and older A whimsical Vaudevillian comedy musical magic show, fun for all ages. It's a magical extravaganza with circus and showstopper songs like the world has never seen! Pleasance Dome (King Dome) Jul 30-31 11:35(1h5m) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 11:35(1h5m) £17.00 (£16.00) Aug 6-7,11-14,18-21 11:35(1h5m) £15.00 (£14.00)
Comedy
'Abracadabra, B*tch!' – Starring Reuben Moreland Reuben Moreland Non-stop amazement, deliciously awkward comedy and miracles you'll have to see to believe! Join Reuben, star of Penn & Teller: Fool Us, on a wild ride through his childhood revenge. 'Pure entertainment!' ***** (List). Pleasance Dome (10 Dome) Jul 30-31 17:50(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 17:50(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 6-7,11,13-14,18-21 17:50(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
Adults Only Magic Show Showmen Productions This epic fan-favourite returns in 2025! Get ready for an absolutely rowdy night of magic and fun in this action packed adults-only spectacular! 'Simply the BEST magic I've ever seen; EVER!' ***** (LisaInTheTheatre.com). Assembly George Square Studios (Studio Three) Jul 30-31 21:25(1h10m) £11.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 21:25(1h10m) £17.00 (£16.00) Aug 6-7,11-14,19-21 21:25(1h10m) £15.00 (£14.00)
The Grumpy Magicians Present: What's the Catch? The Grumpy Magicians/PBH's Free Fringe The Grumpy Magicians will be performing a brand new show using their unique style of comedy magic to mystify and entertain you. 'A really enjoyable performance for all ages' (One4Review.co.uk). PBH's Free Fringe @ BrewDog Doghouse Hotel (Upstairs Bar) Aug 2-16 14:35(50m) (Free Non-ticketed)
Hypnotist Matt Hale – Funbelievable! 90s Rewind Hypnotist Matt Hale Hyp Me Baby One More Time! The unmissable smash-hit comedy hypnotist, back with a 90s party hypnoshow! Multiple sell-out Fringe runs, 150 million+ views. Enjoy from stage or audience; you choose. All-ages friendly. Gilded Balloon Patter House (Big Yin) Jul 30-Aug 1 17:00(1h) £10.00 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 17:00(1h) £16.00 (£15.00) Aug 6-7,11-12,14,18-21,25 17:00(1h) £15.00 (£14.00)
Lady Magic Spiegelworld Most magic tricks involve a dick – the magician. His assistants asked Natalie Palamides to write and direct an exposé on the crap they deal with. Siegfried & Roy meets 9 to 5. A WIP with shitty magic. Pleasance Dome (Ace Dome) Jul 30-31 20:20(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 20:20(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 7,11-12,14,18-19,21,25 20:20(1h) £13.00 (£12.00)
Magic Mic Alex J Byrne/Free Festival Magic An hour of clean comedy magic, suitable for all ages, all the way from Ireland! Laughing Horse @ City Cafe (Las Vegas) Jul 31-Aug 24 12:30(1h) Pay What You Can in advance from the following prices to guarantee entry or turn up at the venue for free, with the option of donating at the end of the show. Your Pay What You Can ticket options are: £2.50, £5, £7.50 and £10.
Max Fulham: Full of Ham Corrie McGuire Management With millions of online views, Max catapults comedy/ventriloquism into the 21st century. An evening of never-before-seen nonsense including talking ham, malfunctioning checkouts, and intrusive thoughts that just can't be kept inside... Pleasance Courtyard (Cellar) Jul 30-31 18:40(1h) £9.00 Aug 1-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 18:40(1h) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21,25 18:40(1h) £12.00 (£11.00)
Mental Tess Tregellas and Max Davidson Mental features Max Davidson, a mentalist, and Tess Tregellas, a comedian who's mental-ish. Max will read your mind and Tess will lose hers in a hilarious show that might just change your mind. Just the Tonic at The Caves (Just the Spare Room) Aug 1-11,13-24 19:40(1h) £15.00 Buy a ticket in advance to guarantee entry or Pay What You Want at the venue
PENMAN – The Imaginator – YOU Fraser Penman Break free from self-limiting beliefs and unlock your inner superhero as PENMAN reveals YOU: A fusion of mentalism, hypnotism, comedy and audience participation, set to a high-energy summer anthems soundtrack. Mind-blowing, hilarious and unforgettable! Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower (McIntosh) Jul 30, Aug 1 17:30(1h) £10.00 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 17:30(1h) £15.00 (£14.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,18-21 17:30(1h) £14.00 (£13.00)
Theatre
AETHER TheatreGoose An PhD student hunting dark matter, a disillusioned illusionist, a medium with a secret and a murdered mathematician star in the greatest unsolved mystery of the universe. A show about the unknown and our insatiable desire to define it. Summerhall (Anatomy Lecture Theatre) Jul 31 19:15(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-10,12-17,19-25 19:15(1h) £17.00 (£14.50)
The Conjuring Coach Neal Hyams As a high school basketball coach for over 30 years, I use my passion for sports to create a show that captivates and entertains my audience. Each routine not only will amaze but tell a story! Arthur Conan Doyle Centre (The Helen Duncan Room) Aug 4,7 13:00(1h) £15.00 (£10.00) (£48.00 F)
PAINKILLERS Mamoru Iriguchi Physical and emotional pain manifest through magic tricks and romantic memories. Mamoru, a magician's assistant in her large knitted body, is at the mercy of knives, saws and guns. 'So much wily humour and visual wit' (Herald). Summerhall (Anatomy Lecture Theatre) Jul 31 17:45(1h) £10.00 Aug 1-3,5-10,13-17,19-25 17:45(1h) £17.00 (£14.50)
Taiwan Season: Dazed and Confused Lu Production Magic seamlessly meets theatre in Lin Lu-Chieh's captivating autobiographical solo. This young, self-taught master of prestidigitation offers up a true and touching coming-of-age story that shows just how delightfully transformative magic can be. European premiere. Underbelly, Bristo Square (Clover) Jul 30-Aug 1 12:55(55m) £8.50 Aug 2-5,8-10,15-17,22-24 12:55(55m) £13.00 (£12.00) Aug 6-7,12-14,19-21,25 12:55(55m) £12.00 (£11.00)
The Unfair Advantage Parrot Ox and Pemberley Productions An intimate, unique and unprecedented hour-long theatrical event. Take a seat at the card table, sign a legal contract of secrecy and learn how to cheat in casinos. ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). The Famous Spiegeltent (Spiegeltent) Aug 1-10,12-17,19-25 11:45(1h15m) £20.00 (£19.00 SUDO) |
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