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Page M Edinburgh Fringe Children's Shows
The Man Who Planted Trees
August 13 - 26 (not 19), 4pm
Scottish Storyteling Centre, The Netherbow Theatre
Multi award-winning adaptation of Jean Giono's classic environmental tale by Puppet State Theatre Company. A unique blend of comedy, puppetry and inspiring storytelling. Suitable for 8+.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Read the *5 stars* review for Primary Times' Children's Choice Award
Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show
August 2-25, 4.30pm Gilded Balloon at the Museum, National Museum of Scotland EH1 1HB
You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, explore the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and howling jelly babies! This is the show’s fourth time at the Edinburgh Festival with sell-out shows taking place in 2016 to 2018. For ages 3+. Tickets £6-£10.50.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Maths Madness with Kyle D Evans
August 3-12, 11.30am
PBH's Free Fringe @ The Outhouse Bar, 12a Broughton Street Lane, EH1 3LY
The award-winning science communicator and musical comedian brings a packed hour of songs, jokes, crowd participation and fascinating hands-on maths. Family entertainment for maths-philes and maths-phobes alike. Free, non-ticketed. For 8+.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Microbodyssey
August 2-24, 10am
TheSpace @ Surgeon’s Hall, Nicolson Street, EH8 9DW
The hidden world of microbes comes to life in an interactive tour featuring puppetry, visual theatre and original music, for ages 5+. Please keep all arms and legs inside the viewing platform and whatever you do, don’t feed the microbes! Tatwood Puppets will take you on an unforgettable journey into the microscope to unearth the miniature monsters and curious creatures that shape our planet. Tickets £9.50/£7.40/£6.50.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Moonbird
31 July – 26 August (not 12 or 20), 10.30am
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ
'He doesn't listen' said a father (who happened to be king.) Can the Moonbird show listening is not always about hearing? Based on the popular children's book, by Deaf and hearing creatives for Deaf and hearing families. Suitable for 3+.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Moon Dragon for 5 and Under
5-13, 15-20, 22-26 August - 10.00am
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ
Bertie the Moon Dragon is having a terrible day! 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 just as it should be. This original preschool production aimed at under 5s is a must for families this Fringe. The audience interacts throughout the show with lights, dressing up and lots of percussion to add to the magic of the story.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Morgan and West: Unbelievable Science
July 31 – August 25 (not 21), 4.30pm
Assembly George Square, George Square, EH8 9LH
Unbelievable Science is an interactive science show for everyone aged 5+, where experiments take place right before your eyes. Magicians, time-travellers and spiffing chaps Morgan & West have a secret past – they are legitimately qualified scientists and are bringing their knowledge to the stage for an afternoon of explosive thrills, chemical spills and bonkers biology. Tickets £8-£12.50.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Read the *5 star* review for Primary Times' Children's Choice Awards
Mr Fibbers Presents: Back in Tune
August 3 – 18, 12.0pm
The Stand Comedy Club, 28 York Place, EH1 3EP
Mr Fibbers is back and funnier than ever with Back in Tune: a show packed with jokes, games and comedy songs that kids just love. Guaranteed to leave laughing and singing his tunes home. For 8-12 years.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Mr. Men and Little Miss On Stage
August 1-26 (not 12), 11am
Underbelly, George Square, EH8 9LH
Join your favourite Mr. Men and Little Miss characters as they leap off the pages of the world-famous book series and onto the stage in this beautifully crafted and hilarious stage show. For ages 0-12. Tickets £7-£11.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Read the review for the Primary Times' Children's Choice Awards
Mustard Doesn't Go With Girls
31 July – 23 August, 11.30am
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ
When the children of Bow-on-Tie start mysteriously disappearing, Abigail investigates further. She embarks on a music-filled adventure to uncover the town's secrets and prove that girls are made of more than just sugar and spice. Suitable for 6+.
Booking details at www.edfringe.com
Read the *5 stars* review for Primary Times' Children's Choice Award
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