Festival
TOP 5 Sad times: festival fever is almost over. But fear not, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. We select our Top 5 for the final week
DANCE LA Dance Project Black Swan choreographer and performer Benjamin Millepied joins forces with composer Nico Muhly, art consultant Matthieu Humery, producer Charles Fabius and film producer Dimitri Chamblas for a weekend of dance at the Edinburgh International Festival. See feature, page 92. The Edinburgh Playhouse, 24–26 Aug.
BOOKS / COMEDY An Evening with David Sedaris The sardonic US humourist is hosting a week’s worth of events. Those looking for a primer are advised to seek out his excellent collection of essays, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls. See preview, page 94. EICC, until 24 Aug. BOOKS Margaret Atwood The respected Canadian author appears at no less than five events at the Book Festival, including an ‘in conversation’ session with Neil Gaiman. See preview, page 97. Charlotte Square Gardens, 24–26 Aug.
THEATRE Tobacco Merchant’s Lawyer Written by Iain Heggie and performed with aplomb by John Bett, this satire on both historic and contemporary Scottish politics is a classic solo satire. See review, page 120. Assembly Rooms, until 25 Aug. MUSIC Songs in the Key of Fife at Jura Unbound As the news of Fence Records’ demise sinks in (see feature, page 63), broadcaster Vic Galloway presents some special Fence-y guests. Charlotte Square Gardens, 25 Aug.
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