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Kelly Apter picks out the highlights for children and families from week three of the Fringe
I’LL TAKE YOU TO MRS COLE! Set in Coventry in 1981, the birthplace of two-tone music and an era of racial tension on the streets, this imaginative new show with music finds a young girl and her single mother having very different ideas of when to tidy the house – and the looming presence of the dreaded Mrs Cole down the road. See review, page 70. Pleasance Courtyard, until 26 Aug, 1.45pm, £11–£12 (£10–£11).
DON’T MESS WITH THE DUMMIES
The talented Australian team behind Trash Test Dummies and Splash Test Dummies, is back with this new show for all ages blending physical comedy with cracking circus skills, that follows three Girl Guides on a camping trip. Recommended for all ages. See review, page 70. Underbelly Bristo Square, until 25 Aug (not 19), 11.20am, £11.50–£12.50 (£10.50–£11.50).
MR. MEN & LITTLE MISS Celebrating their 50th anniversary this year, the brightly-coloured book characters are brought to life on stage, through gentle storytelling and puppetry very well done. See review, page 68. Underbelly George Square, until 26 Aug, 11am, £11–£12 (£10–£11).
THE DARK ROOM (FOR KIDS!) Shouty Australian comedian John Robertson adapts his adult show The Dark Room for a younger audience, but still brings the same level of energy and sardonic asides. Ideal for kids over 11. See review, page 72. Gilded Balloon Teviot, until 24 Aug, 5.30pm, £10–£11 (£8–£9).
DEXTER & WINTER’S DETECTIVE AGENCY
Two fearless 10-year-olds set out to prove an injustice, in this fun, energetic but ultimately honest and compassionate show from the acclaimed Paines Plough theatre company. See review at list.co.uk. Roundabout @ Summerhall, 17 & 18 Aug, 24 & 25 Aug, 11.20am, £10 (£8).
I’ll Take You To Mrs Cole
“Four fantastic stars for Ogg ’n ’ Ugg ’n ’ Dogg which is genuinely funny and energetic and the adults in the audience were laughing just as much as the kids.” Families Edinburgh Mag
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