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Page A Edinburgh Fringe Children's Shows
Throughout the Fringe Festival there's lots of street entertainers adding to the festival feel and keeping you entertained for FREE!
360 Allstars
Jul 31 Aug 1-11, 13-26 1.30pm
Assembly George Square, George Square, EH8 9LH
The international smash hit returns! A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 Allstars connects street with elite in a supercharged urban circus. Featuring a stunning live soundtrack performed by award-winning master musicians and spectacular video projections, 360 Allstars is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding. For age 5 and over.
For booking details, visit www.edfringe.com
Alice and the Little Prince
31 July – Aug 18 (not 9th) - 1.30pm
Pleasance courtyard, 60 Pleasance EH8 9TJ
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! For 4-10 years.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Read the review for the Primary Times Children's Choice Award
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Aug 16-24, 5pm
Lauriston Halls, 28 Lauriston Street, EH3 9DJ
Jes whips up the excitement with loads of prize winners game show style. You get three bingo tickets to play. Bring a wrapped (even newspaper) prize (around £1) for an extra ticket to improve your chances. Tickets £4 (F £14), buy in advance to guarantee entry or pay what you want on the door. For ages 6-12 years.
For booking details, visit www.edfringe.com
The Amazing Bubble Man
August 1-26, 1.15pm 
Underbelly, George Square, EH8 9LH
An Edinburgh favourite who sells out every year, Louis explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubble art, science, magic and fun. Combining comedy, artistry, music, and audience participation, his spellbinding bubble tricks keep everyone mesmerised. Suitable for all ages. Tickets £7-£12.
For booking details, visit www.edfringe.com
Read the review for the Primary Times' Children's Choice Award
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August 2 -10 (not 4th), 10.10am
theSpace @ Niddry St, Niddry Street, EH1 1TH
Edinburgh Youth Theatre will knock your socks off with this lively, fun and charming musical version of Annie Jr. An exhilarating theatre experience for all the family. Tickets £8/£6. For ages 5+
For booking details, visit www.edfringe.com
Arlecchino Torn in Three
2-24 Aug (not 11 or 18), 5.20pm and 7.40pm
Greenside @ Infirmary Street, 6 Infirmary Street, EH1 1LT
Fast, funny, furious commedia dell-arte! A trip to Venice with Arlecchino. Two jobs, two masters and a lot on his plate. A madcap adventure of romance, revenge and identity theft – the magic of Italy! Suitable for 8+. £4-£10.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
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