2009 NEWS ARCHIVE
Best of the fest
Fringe fans count their laughs and vote for the Festival's most polarizing punchlines.
ENLIGHTENMENTS OF HOMECOMING
Edinburgh epitomizes 18th-century Scotland once again.
Only in Edinburgh
From toilet stalls to cloakrooms, the Festival has inhabited some peculiar places in 2009.
Bank of Scotland Fireworks Concert
Don’t miss the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, accompanied by dramatic fireworks above Edinburgh Castle.
The Times Top 50
When the city challenges you to a culture showdown, follow the critics’ guide to this summer's knockout shows.
The Power of Optimism
The International Festival speaks with Optimism star Frank Woodley about the power of positive thought.
NEW AUTHORS ENCOURAGE EXPLORATION
Seeking new authors is the key to discovering the future of the Book Festival.
Fringe exceeds expectations
Better than expected ticket sales could make this the most visited Fringe ever.
Children of the festival
The Festival is alive with the sounds of happy children (and parents).
TWITTER AS A FESTIVAL TOOL
FestBuzz.com is born to make sense of the furious Festival traffic on Twitter.
seizing the mood to rejuvenate
Edinburgh Festivals seize the opportunity to make an enduring impression.
THE TELEGRAPH SUGGESTS
The Telegraph gives us a glimpse into the best of the Fests across multiple artforms.
REUTERS FESTIVAL PICKS
Reuters recommends the wacky, weird and provocative.
DAILY MAIL FESTIVAL PREDICTIONS
The Daily Mail delivers its predictions on the Festivals’ standouts.
The List's Bucket List
The List shares the best of this year’s fest with their must-see TOP 30 of the Festival.
Queen of the fringe
Fearless first lady of the Fringe sets the stage for this year's cultural explorations.
International Festival Programme
Jonathan Mills, director of the Edinburgh International Festival, explains the reasoning behind his choices for this year's enlightening International Festival programme.
RICKMAN RETURNS for HOMECOMING
International film star Alan Rickman returns to the Edinburgh Festivals to toast to Robbie Burns and support the Homecoming.
The Independent's Picks of the Lot
The Independent picks the unmissable across this year’s Festival line-up.
NEW IPHONE APP DEMYSTIFIES FESTIVAL
New iPhone application now available for Edinburgh festival-goers.
Free Fringe
Free Fringe gigs across the city attract record audiences.
Festivals voted #1 UK attraction
The Edinburgh Festivals have been voted the number one tourist experience in Britain.
