Forth on the Fringe

Radio Forth on the Fringe is one of the ‘must see’ shows of this year’s Edinburgh Festival. See it at Edinburgh Playhouse!

About Forth on the Fringe

Forth on the Fringe with Edinburgh St James is our annual one stop shop for the essential acts you need to see from The Edinburgh Festival.

This year, we’ll stage 3 shows taking place from Fri 3rd –Sat 4th Aug featuring a selection of comedy, music, cabaret and dance. Tickets have just been released and this is your chance to bag yourself the best seats in the house.

Forth 1’s Breakfast show hosts, Boogie and Arlene will be there to host … so what are you waiting for? Come along and join them for what promises to be the ‘must see’ shows of this year’s Edinburgh Festival!

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While we take every opportunity to ensure the details for Forth on the Fringe are accurate, we always advise that you contact the event organiser before setting out for the event to avoid disapointment.

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