Once again, the Big Beach Busk is coming to Portobello, this is a fantastic event and a way to explore more of the city and some very talented performers during this busy festival month….the weather is also (fingers crossed) looking good !
Saturday 26th 12 – 6pm – performers will line Portobello prom
As always, anyone can join in, you don’t need to ask, it doesn’t have to be music – anything that entertains is the key !
Most importantly – have fun !!
So, after what was a slower than usual start for us, we’ve packed in a few shows this week, despite the return the school which seriously hampers our ability to see all the fantastic shows out there !!
We’ve had some total highlights this week …
For the younger ones, our new mini-reviewer has really enjoyed :
Strictly Barking – This is the unlikely and quite brilliant tale of a man called Hogarth and a homeless, nameless dog that become ballroom dancing partners and enter a competition together….
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Mog the Forgetful Cat – This slick and highly accomplished show is fast paced enough not to lose the attention of the small ones in the audience, yet doesn’t move so fast as to be baffling to them. Our mini-reviewer was captivated from start to finish ..
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For all ages, we’ve enjoyed :
Kokoon – Kokoon bring high energy to the stage, whether it’s their dancing, singing, comedy or beatboxing…this show has a sprinkling of everything. There was a LOT of screaming as the front rows were filled with dedicated fans, but that added to the upbeat, energetic atmosphere…
For older children, we adored…
Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder – True crime fans will adore this show, and so will pretty much everyone else ! It has both the perfect blend of mystery to keep us engaged and humour to keep us entertained…the humble wheely office chair is given a starring role too !
And we’re only half way through the fringe, so there is plenty of time to get out there exploring and seeing more…our mini-reviewers have got a busy weekend planned, so keep an eye on our reviews as we keep updating them ….
Edinburgh International Film Festival is fast approaching, its on from 18th – 23rd August. As part of the programme they’re hosting what looks like an incredible cinema under the stars.
A weekend of dreamy and eclectic outdoor screenings in the scenic surrounds of the old college quad at Edinburgh University. There are a couple of family favourites in the billing – All screenings are ticketed and Pay What You Can.
Puss In Boots The Last Wish – Sat 19th August – Legendary leche-loving outlaw Puss in Boots is in trouble: he has lost eight of his nine lives. Terrified, our hero embarks on a swashbuckling quest to try restoring his feline privileges, an adventure that sees him reunite with friends and foes as he undergoes a humbling journey of self-discovery.
The Lego Movie – Sun 20th August.. Emmet is a disgruntled construction worker who becomes an unlikely hero in the fight against the greedy President Business (voiced by Will Ferrell), who threatens to put a stop to creativity by gluing everything in the LEGO® world to match his tyrannic dreams of perfection.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival has opened today !! As always it provides a bit of a sanctuary in the festival month and the book festival village at the art school is a great place to while away an afternoon….
You can look at the list of all the children’s events here– there are around 180 events, activities and workshops for children and young adults. There’s also a whole section of the website dedicated to families, with information on different themes, different age groups and categories – check it out here.
The Book Festival Village at Edinburgh College of Art on Lauriston Place is open daily from 9.30am until late – entry is free.
Entry to the Book Festival site at the Edinburgh College of Art on Lauriston Place is absolutely free. There are daily free activities, an interactive play area, guest appearances from costume characters in the Courtyard and a bookshop with children’s section.
Oh my goodness…it feels like it’s been way longer than a week already; we’ve been busy getting out and about and enjoying a huge variety of shows and loving all the festival vibes! Check out our first reviews here.
We’ve seen some astounding magic, some hilarious comedy, fantastic puppetry and bubbly bubbles ! Some of our top picks are :
The Listies Make Some Noise – Laugh out loud from start to finish…expect the usual Listies silliness and mayhem…highly recommended for all ages..
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Magic Gareth: Level Up ! – Embark on an adventure to save a cute unicorn from their evil twin, with a sprinkling of magic along the way…
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Adventure Bubble Show With Milkshake – A total bubble extravaganza with engaging storytelling, slapstick comedy moments and a good dollop of the “wow” factor…
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For the older children out there, I caught a snippet of Ben Harts show at the List festival launch party and loved it – we’re booking in to see it soon…
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