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Wind Resistance Karine Polwart brings her heavenly voice to this stunning show, part of the International Festival. Lyceum Rehearsal Studio, until 21 Aug (not 15 & 16).
Laura Bates: A Manifesto for Empowered Women Founder of the Everyday Sexism project, Laura Bates talks sex, body image, pornography and social media. Charlotte Square Gardens, 14 Aug. Driftwood Australia’s Casus are back with a follow-up to hit Knee Deep that’s equally enchanting. See review, page 63. Assembly George Square Gardens, until 28 Aug (not 15, 22).
Jonathan Owen Owen’s latest work is based on re-imagining existing pieces of art: elements are removed and made into new items. See review, page 97. Ingleby Gallery, until 28 Aug.
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KIDS Erin, Errol and the Earth Creatures Theatre for ages 5+ with an environmental theme, using storytelling and puppetry to tell the tale of a young girl on the hunt for her brother. See review, page 69. Scottish Storytelling Centre, until 21 Aug (not 17–19).
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Zoe Coombs Marr: Trigger Warning Coombs Marr returns after a triumphant year in 2015. See review, page 55. Underbelly Cowgate, until 28 Aug (not 15). Teatro Delusio Familie Flöz in association with Aurora Nova present a comedic look at theatrical illusion. See review, page 83. Pleasance Courtyard, until 29 Aug (not 17).
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DAYS OUT Edinburgh Digital Entertainment Festival A newbie on the scene: EDEF has a focus on virtual reality but also takes in technology, theatre, ballet, opera, special events and art exhibitions via their VR, ideas and games studios and tech hub. The festival aims to show off the best of what’s happening now and create exciting plans for the future. The Assembly Rooms, until 28 Aug.
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Chotto Desh Family dance-theatre show exploring one young man and his dreams and memories of life in both Britain and Bangladesh. See preview, page 68. EICC, 13 & 14 Aug.
Natalia Osipova and Guests Classical ballerina Osipova is joined by special guests for an evening of three new works created specifically for her. See feature, page 14. Festival Theatre, 12–14 Aug. Sigur Ros Spellbinding, navel-gazing sounds from the Icelandic postrockers, in this sold-out highlight of the EIF. See preview, page 73. Playhouse, 15 & 16 Aug.
Puddles Pity Party: Let’s Go! Puddles is back, lending his powerful vocals to popular songs. See review, page 50. Assembly George Square Gardens, until 29 Aug (not 15, 22).
11–18 Aug 2016 THE LIST FESTIVAL 7