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‘A laugh-out-loud rock musical’ (Unveiled Arts, NYC) Radio Deluxembourg is a rock music, sci-fi, comedy experiment in sound, video and live performance. Pop superstars Jimmy and Cherry, along with their manager Captain Leo and Boots the monkey, have been abducted by an evil alien overlord. Forced to perform olde-timey radio plays for his galaxy’s pleasure or he’ll blow up Earth! They are joined by sexy housekeeper Jane (who might be a robot). Will they escape the EAO and save Earth? Will they come up with some catchy pop tunes while trying? Enter the world of Radio Deluxembourg: radiodeluxembourg.tumblr.com Category: Theatre Genres: Comedy, Music Group: Quattro Gatti Theatre Company Venue: Spotlites @ The Merchants’ Hall Times: 19:40 Suitability: 12+ Duration: 45 minutes

When developing the idea for my piece I originally thought it would just be odd little monologues about tube travel and the judgements you make about other people on the tube just by looking at them. It has since followed a development pattern which has meant the piece is going from the traditional one-man-show faire, to something a bit more surreal – literally taking the audience on a tube journey where some strange things happen, and where they will meet some really bizarre characters…including a mafia boss American tourist, a celebrity stalker and a man with a very odd phobia…I will say no more as I do not want to spoil anything major. The show has been fermenting in my mind, it has become stronger and more tasty…it has become darker and more strange. The characters have aged and are floating about in my mind like ghosts, ready to be born into existence. http://thechoob.wordpress.com

Meet Michael Farcical, the best talk show host in the business… according to himself! Come and join him as he chats to some wonderful star guests, who have egos the size of a small planet. Can Farcical keep them in check or will their real star quality start to make him nervous and cause the consummate pro to unravel? You can find out on the night by attending this unique and bizarre Fringe debut… Category: Comedy Genres: satire Group: Laughing Horse Free Festival / The Farcical Group Venue: Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club Event Website: www.freefestival.co.uk Date: 5-13 August Time: 20:05 Duration: 1 hour Suitability: 18+ Warnings: Adult themes, strong language Country of Origin: Scotland

One potato, two potato, three potato, four… five potato, six potato, seven potato… more! Some people’s homes smell of their pets, some people’s homes smell of wood-burning fires… but Ron’s home smells of chips. Home-made, thickly sliced, crunchy, crispy chips. The story of a teenager’s battle against both bullies and the bulge, Chips on Shoulders is a bittersweet tale courtesy of Penguin Pie Productions, a new and exciting theatre company from the East Riding of Yorkshire. Category: Theatre Genres: Devised, Drama Group: Penguin Pie Productions Venue: Zoo Roxy Times: 12:45 Suitability: PG Duration: 45 minutes

Immerse yourself in an enchanting adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic fairy tale. A tale fraught with twists and tragedy as it follows the journey of a young mermaid who sacrifices her world for the love of a human prince. The Little Mermaid celebrates the possibilities of theatre through the use of storytelling, naturalism, dance, physical theatre and an original music score that come together to deliver a physically exhilarating experience. This story comes to life in a way that has never been seen before and promises an unforgettable, captivating adventure for audiences of all ages. Category: Theatre Genres: Family, Physical theatre Group: Jackinabox Productions Venue: Zoo Date: 5-20 August Time: 12:40 Duration: 50 minutes Suitability: U Country of Origin: England