TOP10 This week’s unmissable shows
It’s Always Right Now, Until It’s Later You might have to camp out to get a ticket for Daniel Kitson’s sold- out show, but you’ll be glad you did. See Theatre, page 50. Songs of Ascension Music, film and dance are combined in Meredith Monk’s Bible-inspired production, which is part of the EIF. See Theatre, page 43.
James Campbell Comedian Campbell has brought two kids’ shows to the Fringe, though Comedy and Songs for Kids is by far the superior giggle. See Kids, page 33.
Vidal Sassoon The legendary hair stylist discusses his autobiography, The Life and Career of a Style Icon, at the Book Festival. See Books, page 15.
Bo Burnham Just a few tickets remain for this shockingly good musical comedy show. Marvel at how at 19-year- old can be so wise, bitter and bleeding funny. See Festival Insider, page 8. Henry Rollins The Black Flag frontman’s in your face spoken-word assault is a unique Fringe experience. Udderbelly’s Pasture, until 29 Aug, 8.50pm, £15.
Plan B The SPL presents a collaboration between Pulitzer-winning Irish poet Paul Muldoon and Scottish photographer Norman McBeath. See Visual Art, page 56.
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Bliss Peter Carey’s 1981 novel about an ad man’s mid-life crisis forms the basis for this opera by Brett Dean and Amanda Holden. See Music, page 38.
Pina Bausch The great choreographer who passed away last year is remembered through a production of Água, performed by Tanztheater Wuppertal. See Dance, page 31. The Boy with Tape on his Face More than a mime show, kiwi comic Sam Wills’ devilishly clever, prop-based silent comedy is a must-see. Gilded Balloon, until 29 Aug, 10.30pm, £9–£10 (£8–£9).
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