Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
This brand new breed of comedy club is a 21st-century mash-up of stand-up, panel shows, and after-hours banter. Special guests! Kick-ass sing-a-longs! Vaguely focused anarchy! 'Masterpiece' ***** (ThreeWeeks). www.thenoisenextdoor.co.uk
Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
The audience are the stars of the show! Tim Vine brings his 2011-12 sell-out show back to the Fringe. With new guests, new jokes and new nonsense, expect the pun-expected. ***** (Scotsman). www.timvine.com
Venue: Assembly Hall
On a December evening in 2012, a young woman boarded a bus in Delhi. What followed changed lives forever. Internationally acclaimed playwright and director Yael Farber and an extraordinary Indian cast, bring us a searing and unforgettable new work.
Venue: The Stand Comedy Club
The ACMS marches on Edinburgh in pursuit of Noble Failure and tainted glory. Life-risking comedy from changing bills of left-field dolts. 'It’s more than a Noble Failure, it’s a gorgeously flawed triumph' (Chortle.co.uk).
Venue: Bedlam Theatre
Chekhov’s Three Sisters is derailed from its Victorian origins with bold physicality, dance, song and humour. A 21st-century existential extravaganza. ‘Electrifying. You will regret it if you miss it’ (LACultureHound.blogspot.com). Outstanding Theatre Award (Anton's Uncles, 2011).
Venue: Outside John Knox House
Discover a little-known side of Edinburgh's Old Town. Behind historic buildings, explore the surprising number of green nooks and crannies, all with a story to tell. Booking essential for this sell-out tour. www.greenyondertours.com
Venue: Assembly Hall
A new musical starring Grammy-nominated artist Sophie B. Hawkins is an insightful and entertaining tribute to legendary soul singer Janis Joplin. This humorous, dynamic and bittersweet musical confessional showcases classic Joplin music and original Sophie B. Hawkins songs.
Venue: Assembly Checkpoint
It's late, the bar's open and the scene is set for the Fringe's finest comedy, burlesque and cabaret to collide. Join Ali and her smokin' hot trio for variety at its best!
Venue: Assembly George Square
A SATMA award-winning three-member a cappella group. Theirs is a contemporary township style Kasi soul - an eclectic mix of musical genres with jazz, hip-hop, Afro-pop, Afro-soul with constant beatboxing.
Venue: Just The Tonic at the Caves
Comedy Store regulars return with their award-winning cabaret for four nights. An explosive mix of hilarious characters including Britain's cleanest comedian Tommy Kittens, obsessive-compulsive rock tribute act OC / DC. ‘Inspired creations' (Edinburgh Evening News). ‘Comedy gold' (John Thomson).