With the school holidays now in full swing, we’ve taken a look at the best kids and family friendly shows at Gilded Balloon as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival next month.
The family offerings at the well established Fringe venue at the Teviot include an adaptation of David Walliams' hit kids book The Slightly Annoying Elephant, brought to life through beautiful puppets from the award winning Little Angel Theatre. Or for an educational trip check out Maths at the Museum. And, for a modern twist on classic fairytales there's Lost in the Woods or enjoy a kid-friendly take on the Bard at Smashing Shakespeare.
5. Cool Ceilidh
Gallus Stooshie’s Cool Ceilidh promises to be a unique yet exciting twist on the traditional Scottish dance and music event, with a performance from professional dancers before a chance to join in yourself! This is not your typical ceilidh - it's modern, funky and mixed with fresh contemporary music that will appeal to a wide range of people. Get your dancing shoes on and strip the willow in this exciting interactive family-friendly show. Suitable for 0+. 2.30pm, August 11-13. Photo: Gilded Balloon
6. Tales from a Haunted Bookshop
Hitting the Scottish capital this August with their spooktastic storytelling show, Tales from a Haunted Bookshop will regale audiences with terrible tales. The Haunted Bookshop has a story for everyone - everyone, that is, with an appetite for the ghastly, the ghostly and the down right grizzly. This perfect mix of theatre and storytelling invites young audiences to attend a weird and wonderful show. It'd be their pleasure to entertain you... or perhaps their curse! Suitable for 8+. 11am, August 2-20. Photo: Gilded Balloon
7. Smashing Shakespeare
The Primary Times Children’s Choice Award Winner Smashing Shakespeare make their way to the Edinburgh Festival with a hilarious yet educational musical-comedy. Relish versions of Shakespeare's greatest works with two hugely entertaining yet smart adaptations that brilliantly weave the Bard's words into wickedly witty songs and fast-paced stories. A perfect show for the whole family and a great excuse to lose yourself within the beautiful literature that comes to life on stage. Suitable for 3+. 11.30am, August 2-15. Photo: Gilded Balloon
8. Maths at the Museum
Fancy a bit of numeric entertainment this Fringe? Look no further as award-winning entertainer Kyle D Evans leads a frantic hour of mind-blowing Maths at the Museum. This exceptional performer has a passion for increasing the general public’s understanding and enjoyment of mathematics. Expect comedy, poetry, crazy demos and crowd participation. Join the equation and immerse yourself in a treasure chest of mathematical delights. Suitable for 5+. 10.15am, August 4-15. Photo: Gilded Balloon