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'It’s an asset for my comedy:' The Scots comic talking about blindness in his new show

SCOTTISH comedian Jamie MacDonald says he is using his blindness as an “asset” in his run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe.

The National (Scotland)

Angry Jerry Sadowitz pulled from Edinburgh Fringe lineup for ‘extreme’ racism, sexism

Comedian Jerry Sadowitz does not approve of a Scottish venue’s decision to remove him from the Edinburgh Fringe festival lineup amid allegations of “extreme” racism, sexism, homophobia and misogyny.

Los Angeles Times

Edinburgh Fringe comedian defends exposing himself on stage as show is cancelled

Jerry Sadowitz claimed exposing himself was for the purpose of the comedy that followed, after his Fringe show was cancelled when organisers received an 'unprecedented' level of complaints.

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Glasgow comic Jerry Sadowitz' Fringe show sparked 'unprecedented number of complaints'

The 60-year-old's performance of 'Jerry Sadowitz: Not for Anyone' was cancelled 'with immediate effect' over the weekend at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It was his seond and final show.

Glasgow Live

Comic Jerry Sadowitz banned from Edinburgh Fringe after racism claims

Scottish comic Jerry Sadowitz apologised to fans who had travelled to Edinburgh to see his show, which was cancelled after just one night

Daily Mirror

Edinburgh Fringe reviews: I admire Alan Cumming, but Burn is a comprehensive failure

WHERE would the Traverse Theatre’s Edinburgh festivals programme be without Irish writers, actors and companies? The most cursory consideration of…

The National (Scotland)

We saw an Edinburgh Fringe seancé drag show and it wasn’t what we expected

The title of the comedy drag show playing at Assembly Roxy, combines a seancé with Beyoncé, two things you wouldn’t normally put together but a genius combination

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Edinburgh Fringe: all the public toilet locations in the city during the festival

It's a question that gets asked a fair bit at this time of year. There's plenty in the city - including some temporary ones for the festivals - here's all the locations.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe: best food & drink picks to enjoy while you're there

From Indian Street food to Canadian dining, there are lots of food options at this year's festival.

Edinburgh Live

Jayde Adams interview: ‘Women are smashing it, babes. Men are having to work a bit harder’

Bristol-born comedian Jayde Adams has just joined the 2022 class of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ – but first she’s heading the Edinburgh Fringe. She talks to Isobel Lewis about her new stand-up show, why men need her help and the grief of losing her sister

The Independent UK

Kinross singer has Fringe shows and music release all at once

Rachel White (26) is taking on music by Tina Turner, Madonna and Cher as she heads to perform at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe

Daily Record

Edinburgh sculpture by Russian artist depicts the plight of Ukrainian refugees

Artist Kostya Benkovich has unveiled a sculpture of a suitcase, highlighting the plight of refugees fleeing Ukraine - after he fled Russia because of his anti-war stance in March.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe: Comedian Paul Black on how to survive the festival and his must see shows

Ahead of his Gilded Balloon show, we discovered whether Paul Black prefers, Edinburgh Castle or Edinburgh Zoo, salt and vinegar or salt and sauce and his top tips for this year's festival.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe rail disruptions next week and more possible strikes as RMT reject ScotRail offer

Next week could see services slowed to a near-holt on some days, with more disruption on the cards as the RMT have rejected a pay increase offer for ScotRail staff.

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The big name acts coming to Edinburgh Fringe this year

Ian McKellen, Josie Long, and Nish Kumar are just a few of the famous faces performing this year.

Daily Mirror

What is the Edinburgh Fringe, where did the name come from – and is it free?

The Edinburgh Fringe is one of the biggest events for the Scottish city each year. It has a storied history and is completely open for all to attend and explore

The Independent UK

Edinburgh Fringe 2022: this year’s highlights from comedy, theatre and dance

The Fringe is back, which means an overwhelming choice of thousands of shows. Isobel Lewis and Jessie Thompson bring you their unmissable highlights

Daily Record

Frank Skinner cancels Edinburgh Fringe run due to family health issue

The comedian had been due to kick off a run of his new show 30 Years of Dirt at Assembly Roxy tonight (Thursday) but has pulled out.

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The quirky and weird shows worth a watch at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe

There’s always an element of the absurd at Edinburgh’s Fringe and for many that’s part of the Festival’s appeal. Here’s six quirky shows on offer this year.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe 'LA tourist' sketch leaves locals in 'stitches'

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is back for this year after being disrupted by covid - and one 'LA tourist' has landed in the city and seems to be enjoying the Scottish landscape so far.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe: Top capital cocktail bars to visit during the festival

After you take in some Fringe shows in the coming weeks, you might want to unwind and extend your evening in one of the capital's top cocktail bars. Here's some of the best.

The National (Scotland)

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe: Best food and drink markets to visit during the festival

Plenty of places to pick from - especially at the weekends - and these excellent markets will no doubt be attracting dozens of foodies for the duration of the festival.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Fringe food pop-up announced for Dirty burgers on Leith Walk

There'll no doubt be a few food pop-ups appearing in the city over the next couple of weeks and this one is well worth a visit if you're a fan of a wagyu burger.

Edinburgh Live

Underbelly at the Edinburgh Fringe 2022: Where are the venues and who is performing?

The largest venue of the arts festival will put on more than 200 shows for audiences across Edinburgh

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