2015 Edinburgh Fringe

Backstage in Biscuit Land

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33: Pleasance Courtyard

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Jess Thom has Tourette's, a condition that makes her say 'biscuit' 16,000 times a day. Her unusual neurology gives her a unique perspective on life; one she's joyfully unleashed on the world. This two-woman solo show weaves comedy, puppetry, singing, and incredible tics to explore spontaneity, creativity, disability, and things you never knew would make you laugh. No two shows can ever be the same. Jess is neurologically incapable of staying on script, and that's when the fun begins. Returning with her award-winning smash-hit show this year, part of British Council Showcase and iF Platform 2015.

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Edinburgh festival 2015: top tickets for the final week

There are eight more days' of shows to choose from including Smoke and Mirrors, O No!, Backstage in Biscuit Land and The Gospel According to Jesus, [i]Queen of Heaven.

Lyn Gardner, The Guardian, 24th August 2015

It's time for disability to take centre stage at Fringe

Three artists presenting work at this year's fringe share their thoughts on access, representation and what's next for the festival.

The Guardian, 20th August 2015

6 women to watch at Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh Fringe Festival officially kicks off on Friday 7th August, and with so many acts to see, we've compiled a list of the six women you will not want to miss. From inspiring theatre, to hilarious observational comedy, check out our guide to the shows below. Plus, if you're not off to Edinburgh this year, enjoy our selected acts from the comfort of your computer screen. Thank goodness for YouTube.

Empowering Women, 6th August 2015

Preview: disability at the Fringe

Even though government estimates suggest about a fifth of the working age population are disabled, it is - not unsurprisingly - less than (can you do the maths in your head?...) the proportional 660.

Callum Madge, TV Bomb, 29th July 2015

Signed performances at the Edinburgh Fringe

Theatre, comedy, spoken word and children's shows with British Sign Language.

Rowena McIntosh, The List, 24th July 2015

Performances

Date Time Venue
24th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
25th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
26th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
27th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
28th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
29th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard
30th Aug 2015 17:00 Pleasance Courtyard

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