This year Pleasance Kids is celebrating its 10th birthday at the Edinburgh Festival! That's 10 years of providing the best family entertainment on the Fringe, plus a dedicated child-friendly area within the famous Pleasance Courtyard. To mark the occasion, we’ve got a fantastic programme of more than twenty inspiring, diverse and wonderful children’s shows for ages 0 and up. The all new Kidzone Cafe will be dishing up delicious food and our legendary art pods will be hosting tons of fun and imaginative arts and crafts activities. Dinosaurs, dragons, unicorns, pirates, Wallace and Gromit and even a bit of Shakespeare, we’ve got it all! We look forward to welcoming you and your family to the Pleasance, the heart of the Edinburgh Fringe. Fringe 2019: 31st July - 26th August
10:00 (10:45)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD | THE GREEN
MOON DRAGON FOR 5 AND UNDER
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Moon Dragon
Bertie the Moon Dragon is having a terrible day! Nothing is at it should be. However, all is not yet lost, as with the help of the audience and some wonderful characters along the way to help him, Bertie can ensure that the night will be saved, and all can return to be just as it should be. This original preschool production is a must for under 5's this Fringe. The audience interacts throughout the show with lights, dressing up and lots of percussion to add to the magic of the story. Something for the whole family to enjoy. £4 (£8)
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PLEASANCE DOME | ACEDOME - COURTYARD | THE GREEN
AARDMAN MODEL MAKING WORKSHOPS
Aardman Animations in association with the Pleasance
Aardman Animations are giving you the chance to learn how to make your very own classic character, at these hands-on clay modelling workshops with Aardman's Lead Senior Model Maker, Jim Parkyn. Learn how to make Shaun Sheep, Gromit, Morph, villainous Penguin Feathers McGraw or Lu-La the brand new alien character from upcoming feature film Farmageddon. You'll also get the opportunity to ask questions about the tricks of the trade from the Aardman studio. £10 (£8)
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | PLEASANCE TWO
I BELIEVE IN UNICORNS BY MICHAEL MORPURGO
Wizard Presents
Olivier Award nominated Wizard Presents brings Morpurgo's treasured story to life. This intimate five-star show is set in a library full of books that hold more than stories within their pages. Tomas hates reading and school, but his world is turned upside down the day he meets the Unicorn Lady. An enchanting and interactive production, sparking imagination in both young and old. I loved it! MICHAEL MORPURGO £6.50
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PLEASANCE AT EICC | TINTO
LITTLE TOP
Starcatchers and SUPERFAN
Welcome to Little Top, a magical first circus experience for babies aged 0-18 months. At a time in their development when young children are discovering their own physicality, and the pleasures and perils of gravity, Little Top invites babies to experience all the fun of the circus. Roll up for a gently thrilling performance with spectacular balances, tumbles and juggling. Be transported into a joyous, topsyturvy world where patterns fill the air and anything is possible. www.madeinscotlandshowcase.com www.starcatchers.org.uk/LittleTop | Twitter: @starcatchersUK BABIES REQUIRE A TICKET £6
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10:30 (11:30)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD | BESIDE
MOONBIRD
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Handprint Theatre
'He doesn't listen' said a father (who happened to be a King.) A tale of a family who don't know how to communicate. Can the Moonbird and animal friends show them that listening is not always about hearing? This heart-warming story is based on the popular book by Joyce Dunbar and Jane Ray. www.handprinttheatre.co.uk | Twitter: @handprinttheatr
Beautiful storytelling, fantastic physicality, charming puppetry BBBBB AUDIENCE MEMBER, LITMUS FEST BSL, inclusive for Deaf and hearing families £6
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | PLEASANCE ABOVE
ONE DUCK DOWN
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7000 Rubber Ducks. 7 Seas. 1 Big Adventure! Inspired by a true tale (featured on Blue Planet II) that saw 7000 Rubber Ducks cast adrift in a mighty storm, this puppet-packed, song-filled, eco-friendly adventure would make David Attenborough proud. Winner of Family Show of the Year Vault Festival 2018 Twitter: @twitter.com/hellofaceplant Utterly brilliant in every way BBBBB WEST END WILMA A beautiful message BBBBB UPPER CIRCLE Imaginative and captivating. BBBBB SPY IN THE STALLS £6
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | PLEASANCE BEYOND
SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW ABOUT DINOSAURS...?! WITH DR BEN GARROD
Jo Sarsby Personal Management Ltd
The hit stage show starring dinosaur aficionado Dr Ben Garrod. Get ready to go on an exciting pre-historic adventure as Ben explores the biggest, deadliest and weirdest predators that ever roamed the planet. Pitting the knowledge of unwitting adults against their all-knowing kids, Dr Ben presents an interactive, educational and highly entertaining show. So come and test your knowledge against Dr Ben in this hit live interactive show. Family Ticket: £32 - £38 £9 (£8)
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3. 15pm 2 – 17 August
(55min)
Pleasance Beyond
BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE
Quote refers to Young Pleasance’s previous shows
“YOUNG PLEASANCE IS EXTRA-ORDINARY”
0131 556 6550 pleasance.co.uk
YoungPleasance
Ages: 3+
11:00 (12:00) & 13:00 (14:00) & 15:00 (16:00)
THE DOME | OUTSIDE
BICYCLE BOY
Helen Eastman Production
A joyous, interactive, bike-powered eco-musical for children aged 5+ and their families. Bicycle Boy is riding into Edinburgh with free performances in Bristo Square, but we need your help to pedal-power the show, so come and hop on a bike. We've hand bikes and recumbents too, so everyone can get involved. Written by Helen Eastman, with music by Alex Silverman and designed by Anna Bruder. www.bicycleboy.co.uk | Twitter: @BicycleBoyLive
Will break your heart and affirm your life. Not to be missed. REVIEWS GATE FREE
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11:00 (12:00)
PLEASANCE DOME | KINGDOME
RAVE & BEHAVE
The New Victorians
For musical sisters, Bella and Blue, competition means serious business. So, when The New Victorians announce they are running a song writing competition to find their new support act, they have to enter and they have to win. This dynamic duo have just one day to make the ultimate 'electro-acoustic' pop hit...but what does that mean and who turned off the WiFi? Come help Bella & Blue on their quest to become legends before lunchtime, in this interactive sound journey. A must see for all the mischievous music makers in your family. Family Ticket: £36 - £40 £11 (£9)
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VISIT THE KIDZONE CAFÉ! Fun, child friendly seating area, open from 9am, 7 days. DELICIOUS FRESH COFFEE
TOASTIES & KIDS ROLLS MORNING ROLLS & PASTRIES Also in the Courtyard: Hot kids meals (2 for £8) in Charlie’s Wine Bar & Café, plus crepes, pizza, burgers & more!
eusa.ed.ac.uk/PleasanceCourtyard The Kidzone Café is provided by Edinburgh University Students’ Association.
11:05 (11:45)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD | THE GREEN
MOON DRAGON BABIES FOR UNDER 1'S
Moon Dragon
This interactive show, written especially for babes in arms tells the story of Bertie the Moon Dragon who misses his cue to send the Moon up high into the night sky. With the help of our young audience, some very chatty owls, and the most magnificent unicorn ever to have been seen on the Edinburgh Fringe, can we all pull together to save the night? This show is extremely interactive with all our senses being explored. The audience will be playing a range of percussion, using sensory materials and celebrating their first live theatre experience. £4 (£8)
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11:15 (12:15)
CENTRAL LIBRARY | PLEASANCE POP-UP: CENTRAL LIBRARY
SLIME
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The Herd and Absolutely Cultured
Being a slug is hard. Everyone thinks you're disgusting. Slug and Caterpillar are starving, and the only leaf left in the garden is out of reach. Slug thinks they should work together. Caterpillar doesn't. Enter the undergrowth to SQUISH and SQUELCH your way through this hilarious show for 2-5 years. www.theherdtheatre.co.uk | Twitter: @theherduk
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Children living with HIV and Hepatitis C often struggle to come to terms with their diagnosis. With your support, we can help children build friendships, feel less isolated and look to the future with hope and confidence. Scottish Charity No. SC036500
Please make a donation into our collection buckets at the Courtyard. Thank you for making a positive difference. Proud charity partner of
11:30 (12:30)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD | UPSTAIRS
MUSTARD DOESN'T GO WITH GIRLS
Bric à Brac Theatre
When the children of Bow-on-Tie start mysteriously disappearing, Abigail decides to investigate further. She embarks on a music-filled adventure to uncover the town's secrets, topple the cabinet of treacherous animals in charge and prove that girls are made of more than just sugar and spice. An original musical tale for ages 6+. www.bricabractheatre.com | Twitter: @_BricaBrac_ Witty and inventive (previous work) BBBB STAGE
Plays to the eyes and the ears, but most of all to the heart (previous work) BBBBB FRINGE GURU £7
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | BENEATH
RUBBISH SHAKESPEARE: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
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Rubbish Shakespeare Company
Runaways. Fairies. Goblins. WATER PISTOLS!?! Rubbish Shakespeare are back with a vibrant reimagining of this impish tale, jam-packed with high-octane slapstick action, mischievous storytelling, and belly laughs for all ages. They'll make a mess of this Dream, even if it bruises them. www.rubbishshakespearecompany.com/theatre | Twitter: @ rubbishshakes
Rubbish is certainly not a word that will be uttered when the audience leave BBBBB FAMILIES ONLINE £6
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BEETLEMANIA: KAFKA FOR KIDS
The Kafkateers
The smash hit of last year's festival returns! Join The Kafkateers for their "riotously cheerful" (Chortle) show packed with stories, songs, puppets and laughter for all ages. Follow Karter, Karl, Kat and Kevin the Beetle for "An hour of sheer joy" (Scotsman) for adults and children alike. Who knew that a show about Kafka could be so much fun? Or that a show this silly could actually be educational! No prior knowledge or interest in Kafka needed! Twitter: @kafkateers
Wonderfully funny BBBB TIMES Family Ticket: £32 - £40 £8
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | PLEASANCE ABOVE
BRAVE MACBETH
Captivate Theatre
Primary Times Children's Choice Award Winner. On his way home from battle, Macbeth meets the witches who tell him that he will become king. He quite likes that idea and so does his wife, the rather scary Lady Macbeth. With catchy tunes, slapstick, sword fights, witches, warriors and kilts. www.captivatetheatre.com | Twitter: @Captivate_LTD
Funny, fast and exciting! Hilariously silly yet educational. Great fun for all the family! BBBBB BROADWAYBABY.COM £6
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | PLEASANCE TWO
THE SHOWSTOPPERS' KIDS SHOW
The Showstoppers / Something for the Weekend
The musical adventure where kids are in charge! Fringe favourites and Olivier Award winners, The Showstoppers, take your kids' ideas and transform them into hilarious interactive shows. Captain Underpants underwater? Done! SpongeBob meets the Gruffalo on the moon? No worries! Musical shows tailor-made to their own imaginations. theshowstoppers.org | Twitter: @theshowstoppers Unbelievably good. BBBBB FAMILIES EDINBURGH
Make sure you see this show. And then go again. BBBBB BROADWAY BABY £7
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | THE GREEN
ALICE AND THE LITTLE PRINCE
Toby Mitchell & Co.
A girl from Oxford meets a boy from Asteroid B-612. A chance encounter between two of the world's favourite fictional characters - inspired by the fantastic books by Lewis Carroll and Saint-Exupéry... Curiouser and curiouser! Devised and performed by Toby Mitchell (co-director of Tall Stories Theatre Company) and Verity Clayton, for everyone aged 5 and up. www.tobymitchell.com
Toby Mitchell has the right balance of charm and enthusiasm, never patronising the kids THREE WEEKS £6
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14:15 (15:15)
PLEASANCE COURTYARD | THE CELLAR
CAPTAIN JAKE AND THE SEARCH FOR THE RED QUEEN
Stories Alive
Join Captain Jake's Crew as he takes you on a journey to the high seas, in this historic adventure. Learn what it takes to be a pirate as we battle foes, avoid sea-monsters, keep the ship afloat, and try to keep the captain out of the tavern; all in search of the elusive Red Queen. Twitter: @StoriesAlive
This delight of an interactive children's show, enthralling both children and adults alike. Grimm's Fairer Tales 2018 BBBBB FRINGE REVIEW £6
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PLEASANCE COURTYARD | THE GREEN
SUPERHERO ACADEMY: ENVIRONMENTAL ADVENTURE!
Play People Productions
Join the Superhero Academy to be part of the greatest quest of all: to save the world... quite literally! The planet needs all the help it can get and we can't rely on David Attenborough to do all the work! The young superheroes will be defeating human actions; learning ways to fight climate change and save the planet through the art of interactive storytelling, music, puppets and games! Join us as we train up the next generation to go green (not like the Hulk!) £6
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Other family friendly shows at the Pleasance... Comrade Egg and the Chicken of Tomorrow (12+)
Bunker Two
11.25
How to Save a Rock (12+)
Pleasance Pop-up: Dynamic Earth
11.30
Fishbowl (5+)
The Grand
13.00
Tom Brace: Brace of Spades (8+)
Ace Dome
13.20
Cirque Berserk! (5+)
Lennox Theatre at EICC
13:30 18:30
Flanders and Swann (11+)
Cabaret Bar
14:40
A Grave Situation (8+)
Beyond
Elements of Freestyle (5+)
Lennox Theatre at EICC
16.00
Paul Merton's Impro Chums (14+)
The Grand
16:00
The Letter (8+)
King Dome
17:30
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical (12+)
The Grand
18:00
Colin Cloud: Sinful (14+)
The Grand
20.00
Pete Firman & the Amazing TBC (14+)
Beyond
20.00
15.15
Speak to our Box Office team for more information on any of these shows, plus loads more recommendations to suit your family! Pleasance is proud to present Parent and Baby Performances of With Child (7th August) and Fox (12th August). For more details please contact the Box Office.
HOW TO BOOK 0131 556 6550 pleasance.co.uk Pleasance Courtyard 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ Pleasance Dome 1 Bristo Square, EH8 9AL
All venues are wheelchair accessible. You can also purchase Pleasance tickets from any Assembly, Gilded Balloon or Underbelly Box Office.
Pleasance at EICC 150 Morrison Street, EH3 8EE
GROUP OFFER Save 10% off groups of 10+ children! Plus get a FREE adult ticket with every 5 children's tickets booked. This offer is subject to availability when booking by phone (0131 556 6550) or in person and is not available online. Valid on all shows within the children's programme. Excludes weekend performances.