Our virtual fringe - comedy, music and arts - no festival, no bother!
If a trip to Edinburgh is usually on the cards for you in August we’re here to fill the festival void with a look back at some highlights for you to enjoy without having to move from the couch. You're welcome.
Stage 1 - Rapper vs Poets
Way back in 2016 before Aberdeen MC, Ransom FA was competing in The Rap Game UK, he was on stage tackling the subject of the future as part of team rapper in our Rappers vs Poets show.
Ransom FA on the subject of the future | Rappers vs Poets
Representing the rappers in this round was Aberdeen's Ransom FA.
On the same stage the following year, The Honey Farm used their 3 minutes to reflect on love from each of their very different perspectives.
You can see performances from Madhat McGore, Leyla Josephine, Victoria McNulty and many more in our Rappers vs Poets playlist.
Stage 2 - Comedy
In 2018, we turned the spotlight on new Scottish comedy talent hosting a slam between old and new comedians with “The Young Team versus The OGs” battle.
If a trip to the capital is usually on the cards for you we鈥檙e here to fill that August void
One of the highlights was The Social’s Marjolein Robertson’s real talk about dating in Shetland.
Take a look at our comedy collection for lots of brilliant new comedy talent.
Marjolein Robertson | 成人快手 The Social + Short Stuff's COMEDY BATTLE
The REAL reason everyone is on dating apps...
Stage 3 - Drag Cabaret
Last year, it was the Scottish drag scene’s time to shine with The Social’s Drag Cabaret Live, which included Alice Rabbit, Andy Kist, and Miss Peaches. The big finish was long time contributor Dazza’s, drag debut, which went down a storm.
You can see behind the scenes of Dazza's drag transformation here.
Dazza and Ellie Diamond - Dancing Queen (Drag Cabaret Live at The Edinburgh Festival)
It's time to unveil Ellie's brilliant drag transformation of Dazza...
Stage 4 - New Artists
To finish up, fancy learning more about some of Scotland’s up and coming young artists?
There’s something for everyone from illustrations about strong women in pop culture, making horror dolls for a hobby and a fashion photographer’s thoughts on the MeToo movement and its affect on her industry.
Browse the full collection here
Fashion Photography With Erica Von Stein | Into It
Erica Von Stein on the future of the fashion photography industry.
