Set in Hell Inc., a corporate business who specialises in temptation and bent on the destruction of mankind. Dante, their latest recruit is the new employee which they hope will help them finally achieve their goal of world domination. But as Dante settles in, it quickly appears that things are not going as ‘The Boss’ has planned and that perhaps Dante is not all that he seems to be.

The destruction of the planet is only one hour away! There’s nothing left to do but relax as we review the highs, the lows, and the somewhere in betweens of life on Earth.

De Jong moves in ‘DRIVEN’ further along the road of freedom, whilst accepting human imperfection. Educated as a dancer/actress, de Jong is able to jump from one world to another with ease, embracing both joy and turmoil as they come. She “externalises a series of inner worlds for the audience” (List Magazine 2007).
The Herald, ****stars review 2007: ‘.....resolutely outlandish......, total artistry....’.

One of Poland’s most innovative theatre companies presents one from its internationally acclaimed, award-winning repertoire. Their exploratory style combines pared down texts with strong physicality and an expressive visual style.
Re-located from the stage to a camper-van, just eleven spectators at a time can experience the cramped and tense life of Polish €uro émigrés; their hopes, dreams and desires mixed with their struggles, their greed and vodka.

A gorgeous group from the internationally acclaimed chorus perform an eclectic mix of stunning vocal arrangements. Enjoy beautiful singing, a glass of bubbly and a liberal sprinkling of camp with the boys. There’s no place like homo . . . !

A comic exploration of contemporary female sexual fantasies through song, monologue, physical theatre and role play. Real fantasies by real women. So close your eyes and enjoy the ride!

Ground-breaking Japanese theatre company, Mugensha, return to the UK combining modern drama with traditional elements of Japanese culture including Noh, Bunraku and Kyogen. Love triangles, futile disputes, jealousy and the struggle to survive is everyday life for the inhabitants of Arizuka Town. A black comedy made in Japan. “An appealing slice of Far Eastern Culture.” Time Out. www.mugensha.net

What would you do if you came across a naked unconscious man in a church with cuts on his hands and feet standing in the shape of a cross? Surely it can’t be?! The play is a modern day comedy focussing on the ridiculous frenzy caused by the media and how it can make or break someone’s life.

No characters are pre-planned, no events pre-ordained in this wonderfully interweaving and original show. This new and hilarious format will excite and delight the audience as they watch an entirely improvised play materialize before their eyes. Different every night and based on the audience’s suggestions, WatchThis present Friends of Old Joe, a show that is guaranteed to entertain.

Whether it be through hazy sense, blurry judgement or even nebulous reason, FUZZY LOGIC looks to replicate the form that has won acclaim from numerous critics including Winnie the Pooh, ‘reasonably fabulous’. We hope you will enjoy sketch performance at its fuzziest best.

George Melly, who died last year, was always a great favourite of the Edinburgh Fringe. Featuring up-and-coming talent Bart Isola with the Slaughterhouse 7, the show recreates tunes from George’s vast repertoire of Blues and Jazz.

Six people enter a lift, manned by a mysterious lift operator. Once in, they realise the lift is only going one way. As it descends, horrific secrets are revealed. Can these people deal with the truth? This powerful new play - a world premiere - explores the kind of dark, depraved imaginings we all prefer to keep well hidden. Written and directed by Darren A. Furniss, and produced by renowned Edinburgh veteran, Andy Jordan .

‘Is that a dagger I see behind me?’ Shakespeare’s Macbeth goes to Westminster in this new political satire. Matthew Golden wields the knife to become leader of his political party, but at what cost and why? A host of darkly comic characters, that you may recognise from public life, invite you to sink your teeth into some hearty elevenses!

Mrs Robinson returns to the stage to seduce the young and awkward Benjamin only for him to fall for her daughter. But what will his parents think? And what about Mr Robinson? A sleek and irresistibly dark comedy based on the classic film. From the play by Terry Jonson and the novel by Charles Webb.

Climb aboard with this acclaimed student company (“Gianni Schicchi”:2006, 5* sellout, “Guilds”: 2007, 5*) on the deck of the H.M.S.Pinafore for Gilbert and Sullivan’s witty and well-loved pastiche of class relations and romance. An evening of beautiful music and sharp satire, with proceeds going to the Edinburgh Royal Hospital for Sick Children.
http://www.eusog.org/shows/2008/pinafore

From Santa Barbara, California, comes the classic ‘Tribal Love-Rock Musical’, with rock’n’roll classics like ‘Age of Aquarius’ and ‘Good Morning Starshine’. An electrifying tribute to the idealism of the 60s. Live rock band featuring Grammy-winner Lito Hernandez.

The hidden story of ‘Hamlet’ - ‘Hamlet Episode’. Modern people’s confessions to their identities. A strong and fresh message of hope! Various spectacles which are newly interpreted in the language of dance!

‘Wow! What a show! A modern “Hamlet” ... heir to a cardboard box company ... clever, dynamic, professional ... a high-octane ensemble ... unfathomable magic. A riotous, thought-provoking “Side-By-Side-By- Shakespeare”. If it’s not a smash, I’ll eat my codpiece.’ Shropshire Star.

Dance theatre to move and inspire. Beautiful contemporary dance ... captivating theatrical imagery ...moving musicality. Two thought-provoking stories - ‘Sadako and the Thousand Cranes’ and ‘The Dream’ - are powerfully told through a child’s eyes by this unique youth dance theatre company. Ideal for families.

Tremendously enjoyable without being crude: nine terminally repressed and frustrated actors demonstrate the age-old maxim that “Hell is other people” in a comedy that’s probably suitable to take home to your mother, especially if she needs cheering up as much as we all do. Heck, bring her along, she might even like us.