Here are 14 great family shows to see at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year, including circus and magic shows the kids will love.
With the world’s largest arts festival kicking off in under two weeks, it can be hard to choose which of the thousands of shows to see in Edinburgh every August.
We’ve done the hard work for you again, showcasing 14 great shows that the family can enjoy at the Fringe, including circus and magic shows, comedy, theatre, puppetry and music.
9. Ted Hill Teaches You Science, Most of Which is True
Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist Ted Hill brings the world’s silliest science lesson to Assembly Festival. Expect fire, explosions and high-energy mischief, with a little bit of actual learning sprinkled in to make the grown ups happy. Assembly Roxy , Downstairs, August 6-30, 11.10am. | Assembly
10. Boys Don’t Dance
A poignant dance theatre show from acclaimed disabled choreographer Marc Brew about his lifelong journey defying societal expectations to embrace his love for dance. A powerful immersive experience celebrating the liberating power of dance and encouraging audiences to embrace their uniqueness. 7 – 23 August, 1.15pm, at Assembly @ Dance Base. | Assembly
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11. Noted
Hailed as a live-action cartoon and pure entertainment, Noted combines non-spoken performance, music, dance and media with over 400 hand-drawn images strapped to the performers, transforming them with the turn of every page. This is a non-verbal physical comedy exploring the joy of play with hand drawn illustrations bringing the story to life. Assembly Roxy, Upstairs, August 6-30 (not 17 & 25), 10.15am. | Assembly
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12. Afrique en Cirque
A firm favourite on the Assembly Festival line-up, Afrique en Cirque is full of gravity defying acrobatics and Afro-jazz, and unforgettable journey for the whole family. A show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea, this performance shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture. Assembly Rooms , Music Hall, August 6-30, 12.30pm. | Peter Graham