Theatre
Roll up! Roll upLAs the Fringe crash-lands on Scotland's capital for another three"- week run, Circus Oz tumbles into town for a thrillingserieeaof. performances to celebrate its 30th birthday. The Wfirfie-based company has toured its spectacular blend of animal-free circus, high-altitude acrobatics, original "vale and sparkling comedy to 26 countries across five continents. Expect death-defying stunts, amazing
agility and a greatnight out for the whole family.
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Linda Marlowe is renowned for her mesmerising solo performances, from Berkoff’s Women to Believe. As she prepares to wow this year’s Fringe with The Time Step, she tap dances her way through our Q&A
5 words to describe The Time Step
Wacky. cruel. unsettling. poignant. funny.
4 shows you’re looking forward to seeing in Edinburgh this August
A Festival Dickens, Pluck. On The Waterfront and Antonio Forcione and Adriano Adewale at the Assembly Rooms.
3 things that you love about Edinburgh in August View of the sea from the city. Meeting old friends from around the world. People who come to see my show.
2 things you hate about Edinburgh in August
The weather. People who don't come to see my show.
1 word that sums up how you feel about performing
Terrified.
I The Time Step, Pleasance Courtyard. 556 6550, 2—25 Aug (not 13, 2t), 24), 6pm, l‘l l.5()—-£.‘I2.5() (HO—£71 1). Previews 30 Jul—l Aug, £76.
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FESTIVAL THEATRE
* Archltectlng The first co- production between the TEAM and the National Theatre of Scotland Workshop is a musical, multi-media journey through America’s cultural history. Traverse Theatre, 228 1404, 1—24 Aug (not 71, 18), times vary, 214—216 ($10—$11). Preview 31 Jul, £10 (£5).
* Circus Oz The world- renowned Melbourne ensemble returns to the Fringe with its thrilling, cheeky 30th birthday bash. See Big Pic, left. Assembly Halls, 623 3030, 2-25 Aug (not 4, 11, 188 19), 4.45pm, £15-
81 7. 50 (EM-£15). Matinees 9, 16, 24 Aug, 12.20pm. Previews 31 Jul& 1Aug, £10.
* On the Waterfront Steven Berkoft directs his homage to the Elia Kazan/Marlon Brando flick. See feature, page 64. Pleasance Courtyard, 556 6550, 2—24 Aug (not 5, 12, 19), 2pm, £10-E15. Previews 31 Jul 8 1 Aug, £3 7.
* Bite the Dust Tadeusz Rozewicz’s gripping drama is a masterly portrayal of the brutality of war. See feature, page 52. Universal Arts Theatre, 220 0143, 3—25 Aug (not 13), 5pm, 212—214 (ESQ—£1 1). Previews 1 8 2 Aug, E5.
3|: The Factory Badac Theatre's promenade piece imagines the journey towards death of a Holocaust victim. See feature, page 56. Pleasance Courtyard, 556 6550, 124 Aug (not 12), times vary, £9.50 (£8). * Fall The third part of Zinnie Harris’ war trilogy marks Traverse artistic director Dominic Hill’s debut at the theatre. Traverse Theatre, 228 1404, 3—24 Aug (not 11, 18), times vary, 916-818 (£1 1—212). Preview 2 Aug, £11 (85).
3|: Office Party Cal McCrystaI’s high-camp extravaganza recreates the demob frenzy of the office get-together, complete with booze. nibbles and a disco. See feature, page 54. Udderbe/ly's Pasture, Appleton Tower, 0844 545 8252, 3-25 Aug, 8pm, £12- 218 (£10). Preview 2 Aug, £6.
For venue addresses see index page 80
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