EDINBURGH FESTIVAL SPECIAL

THE Fringe isn’t all about cartwheeling fire-breathers and outre performances on the Royal Mile, it is also a brilliant family day out. It can be difficult to find something that the whole family will enjoy, but we have searched for the best family-friendly shows that will keep your great-granny happy and the wee ones entertained.

There’s puppetry, music, storytelling and comedy to round off the summer holidays with a smile. Our selection of must-see family shows is tailored for all ages – even the coolest teenagers will love what we have to offer.

SHAKESPEARE FOR BREAKFAST By: C Group

When: August 1-12, 14-27 at 10am Duration: 55 minutes

Age: 3+

Price: £8.50/9.50

The show that every Fringe-goer should begin their day with is the infamous Shakespeare for Breakfast. This is a witty and energetic take on the bard’s The Taming of the Shrew, but if that doesn’t wake audiences up then the free coffee and croissants definitely will. Returning for an incredible 27th sellout year, this play will have you fuelled full of food and fun. Expect silliness, comedy and super-quick storytelling. Oh, and did we mention that there was free food?

THE BEAR

By: Pins and Needles Productions Where: Pleasance Courtyard When: August 1-19, 21-27 at midday Duration: 1 hour

Pins and Needles Productions bring the biggest teddy bear to the Fringe with their production The Bear. You may think that a humongous white bear that climbs through your window and into your room would be a nightmare – but not in this show.

Watch as the adventures unfold with the charming bear and the brave Tilly. The spectacular puppetry gives War Horse a run for its money, as it manages to bring Raymond Briggs’ beautiful bear to life.

This performance will have audiences mesmerised as the music carries them through this heartwarming and magical story.