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Pleasance

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What’s that? Even MORE Fringe shows? On sale NOW? Our 40th year in Edinburgh is shaping up to be one of our best yet, with over 250 shows spanning comedy, theatre, musicals and more!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

We're rooting for @mustbejp to win @MasterChefUK tonight! He's here in Islington next Sunday with #Stripped - through film, music, poetry, song and dance, John shares his story and in turn asks the audience to consider theirs. #CelebrityMasterchef

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We're incredibly excited to announce that Pleasance London will be re-opening in November, for a brand new season of live performances! 💛 We've redesigned the Main House and taken steps to ensure we comply with all government guidance. Take a look! 👉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 months

New Fringe venue just dropped x

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 months

INTRODUCING OUR CHRISTMAS SHOW ❄️Gwyneth Goes Skiing❄️ A Goop-founding Hollywood superstar. A retired Optometrist from Utah. One ski collision - and then a court case. This is a story of love, betrayal, skiing, and (somehow) Christmas. Opening 13th Dec.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

8 years

#TeamJoel @joeldommett #ImACeleb 🦂🕷🐜🐞🐌

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Our plans 2020

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

9 months

bye bye 💛 #edfringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

9 months

We don’t have favourites in our festival team but also yes, yes we do.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

We’re open 💛 #edfringe2023

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Something's missing... 🤔

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

9 months

It’s venue 33 looking gorg tonight

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

We’ve been waiting a long time to say this... THE HOUSE IS NOW OPEN! 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Today should have been the launch of the Edinburgh Fringe, so we've gone ahead and raised our flag anyway. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We’re delighted to have received funding from the government’s #CultureRecoveryFund . 💛 Now that we’re re-opening, this support will help us to continue to be #HereForCulture in Islington. Find out more about our plans. 👉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 years

Wishing the wonderful Susan Calman @SusanCalman the best of luck on her Strictly adventure! #VoteCalman #TinyDancer 💃🏻

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

Oh look: it’s our official Fringe 2023 team 😍😍😍

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

We're OPEN for #EdFringe2022 , with more than 260 shows every day until 29th August. It's great to be back! 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We're going to be sorting through our archive this week, sharing memories from past festivals. 💛 To start us off, here's Mackenzie Crook, Dave Gorman and Mark Watson back in 2002. 📷 By Stanley Reilly.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

We're so pleased and proud to announce that TWENTY #VAULTFestival2022 shows have found new homes with us in Islington, and at Omnibus Theatre, Clapham. 💛 Featuring bold new work from some of the most exciting artists across the UK. See what's on! 🎟

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

The statement we hoped we wouldn't have to write. #EdFringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 years

That's a wrap! Thank you so much to all of our audiences, acts and staff for making #EdFringe17 so brilliant. We've had an amazing August.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Tonight should have been all about putting the finishing touches to the venue, before opening to the public first thing tomorrow. This photo was taken at 3am last year, as the final few members of our crew left the site. Anticipation in the air, a whole festival ahead of us. 💔

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

And we're back 🎊🎉 #edfringe 2019 has finally arrived! We've opened our doors to you and have loads of shows starting today, come on down to the Pleasance Courtyard, Dome and EICC to get in on the act!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 years

And we're done! Thanks to all our incredible crew for the last few days in returning the Pleasance to normal

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

We open tomorrow, and we just wanted to say massive THANK YOU to our amazing fit up team and the crew who have transformed the Courtyard and Dome over the past two weeks, they're looking the best they ever have! 👏💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

The quiet before the storm… SEE YOU TOMORROW 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

Here they are, the Pleasance Crew of 2018, here’s to an awesome #EdFringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

First bit done. ✅ #Fringe2022

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

*DRUM ROLL PLEASE* Here it is, the full programme of Pleasance shows for the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. 🎉 With tickets for a massive 261 shows now on sale, where else are you gonna spend your summer?! CHECK IT OUT.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

A little bit of good news. 💛 #VAULT

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

9 months

Spotted on the Royal Mile: @HarryHill on flyering duties for TONY! [The Tony Blair Rock Opera]

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

good afternoon from Pleasance Courtyard 🌞

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

1 year

We’re now open as a warm space 💛 We’ll be open every Tuesday to Thursday between 11am - 5pm and offer: ☕️ Free tea and coffee 👩‍💻 Wifi (and a place to work) 📚 Books (and a place to study) 🎲 Boardgames 😌 a place to have a chat!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

Here it is - our FULL Pleasance line-up for #EdFringe 2018 and it's bigger and better than ever! See you in August ...

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

For the first time since March, WE HAVE POSTERS UP! 😍

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We're so excited to announce that we've hit our Crowdfunder target! THANK YOU to everyone who has helped make sure we can return to the Fringe next year. 🎉 However... there's still one day left of our campaign and we're still accepting donations!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

THANK YOU for coming... and see you next year! 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

We’re wishing Nicholas Parsons all the best and a speedy recovery! He won’t be able to complete his run at the Fringe this year due to ill health and asked Fred Macauley to step into the breach for the final three performances - break a leg!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

New tagline. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Still here. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

THE FLAG'S BEEN RAISED FOR FRINGE 2021! And we're so grateful to everyone who helped us get here. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Our #EdFringe get-in has started! 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

Good morning everyone! Walking into day 2 of the Fringe like 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

We're delighted to confirm that the Pleasance will be presenting live shows at the Edinburgh Fringe this summer! 💛 Our 2021 programme includes a brand new open-air venue at the Courtyard, with shows announced throughout July. We can't wait to be back. #MakeYourFringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Introducing our brand new Main House Cabaret Venue! 😍 Our brilliant production team is currently in the process of transforming the Main House of Pleasance London into something really special. We can't wait to welcome you back!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We're so excited to be releasing MR. SWALLOW: HOUDINI through @sohotheatre 's on-demand streaming platform! Join us at 7pm on Wednesday 29th April as we break open the Shloer for an online viewing party, with the show available to rent for up to three weeks afterwards. 🥳

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Feels pretty great to have posters up again. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

'Twas the night before Ed Fringe 🌙 A massive thank you and well done to all those involved in making the venues look so great. Our doors open at 9am tomorrow - let's get this show on the road! 🎉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 months

#GwynethGoesSkiing made international headlines last week, so it was only right to make @AwkwardProds react to the internet’s response to their show 😏 Limited tickets now remaining for the extra shows on 18th & 19th Dec. See you in court x

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

We've found Jenny Eclair and Steve Coogan in the archive! Not sure what year this is... any guesses? 📷 By Stanley Reilly.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

We're officially OPEN for Fringe 2021! 💛 There's live comedy, theatre and family shows on offer, alongside an exciting line-up online. PLUS, we've released extra pairs of tickets across the opening weekend. Stop by for a visit this August! 👉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

1 year

thrilled to announce our new box office manager

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

The official announcements are coming on Monday, but... we've got big plans for EDINBURGH FRINGE 2022! Stay tuned. 😊

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

And to all a goodnight...THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at the Fringe this year - staff, crew, volunteers, companies, audiences & dogs - it’s been a dream. Same time next year? #EdFringe19 #MakeYourFringe ⚡️

Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

'Twas the night before Ed Fringe 🌙 A massive thank you and well done to all those involved in making the venues look so great. Our doors open at 9am tomorrow - let's get this show on the road! 🎉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Fleabag's Phoebe Waller-Bridge has spoken out on the future of the Edinburgh Fringe, asking the government for help. "It is a vital part of our culture and our future. The Edinburgh Festival is where it all starts." 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

1 year

e̶l̶f̶ ̶o̶n̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶ ̶s̶h̶e̶l̶f̶ key on the tree

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

okay buzzing!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

11 months

ONE. MONTH. TO. GO. We can't wait to be back. #edfringe2023

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

1 year

oh look who’s arrived 👀 (yes, it’s the Pleasance Edinburgh Fringe Brochure 2023.) Pick up your free copy from Pleasance Islington, contact our box office about home delivery, or browse the digital format right now:

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

We're back in Edinburgh next month to celebrate our 37th year at the Fringe! Join us 3rd - 29th August for a summer you'll never forget. 💛 See what's on and book tickets now at .

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Our happy place. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

Say hello to our 2022 festival team! 👏 #edfringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

8 years

All gone! With just over 5 days to go, Susan Calman's entire Fringe run & two extra shows are SOLD OUT! 👏🏻

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 years

Here they are, the Pleasance Crew 2017! They're looking forward to seeing you. 5 Days to Go!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We're delighted to announce a brand new partnership with @VAULTFestival ! Working together, Pleasance & VAULT are dedicated to developing & supporting the careers of new & emerging theatre makers, playwrights & comedians. Find out more:

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Courtyard vibes. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Blimey. 😮

Tim Vine

@RealTimVine

4 years

Edinburgh 1995- Pleasance Courtyard.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

🚨opportunity alert🚨 Applications are now open to become a London Associate Artist for 2023 - 2025! We offer 100% subsidised rehearsal space, practical mentoring from our team as well as work and meeting space. find out more:

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

TWO MORE WEEKS and there'll be an audience in here! 🤪

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

BIG ANNOUNCMENT... We're delighted to announce the launch of our third London space, #Downstairs , at Pleasance Islington - with a stellar inaugural line-up of shows! Read more:

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

It’s OUT, the 2019 @edfringe guide! We have a load here in Pleasance London, if you want to get your hands on one 🖐 🥳 #MakeYourFringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

EXTRA SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT!🚨 NO MORE JOCKEYS. is back! The original line up (Horne, Key, Watson) have signed on the dotted line and will go head to head in this late night Edinburgh Jockeys shootout. Tickets will go FAST so snap em up for 9th August!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

8 months

Our Main House is getting a little ✨ upgrade ✨

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

LOOK WHO’S UP 👀 and with a brand new design for 2023, made by our amazing artist Paul.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

In a Covid-free world, today would have been the final day of the Edinburgh Fringe 2020. 💔

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

This won't come as a surprise, but it still breaks our hearts to say it. 💔

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Aaaaand the renovations are finally finished! (Just in time to shut up shop for a month.) Have a safe lockdown, folks. 💛

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

Introducing FRINGE FUTURES FESTIVAL! Applications are now open for #FFF21 , a new LIVE performance festival from @PleasanceFuture and @VAULTFestival . Featuring early and mid-career artists, this festival showcases the future of the fringe! APPLY NOW. 👉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

10 months

☂�� ☂️ are up, 🐶 is up and it’s ONE WEEK TO GO. #edfringe2023

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

Huge congratulations to Pleasance acts @Rose_Matafeo (Best Show) and @Ciaran_Dowd (Best Newcomer) for their wins at this year's Edinburgh Comedy Awards!

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 months

First script read-through for #GwynethGoesSkiing ! Spoiler alert: It’s very, very silly. ⛷️

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

A busy courtyard this morning!! Going to get even busier as the rest of the team arrive later today!! #MakeYourFringe #edfringe

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Here's a quick "before" shot of the Main House in Pleasance London, ahead of the revamp! Best of luck to Marec and his team. 🔨

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

EXCITING NEWS! 📢 We are thrilled to announce our shortlist for #CharlieHartillTheatreReserve Tryouts for #EdFringe 2020. Congrats all! Check out the full line up and join us on 24 and 25 Feb for an evening of excellent emerging ensemble theatre 🎭

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

We've just twigged it's only 33 days until Fringe starts! See you in the Courtyard😉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

9 months

looking good today 😏

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

8 years

EDINBURGH! We're ready for you. #edfringe2016

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

🏆 Congratulations to BREATHLESS by Laura Horton and MASTERCLASS by Feidlim Cannon, Gary Keegan & Adrienne Truscott on their @TheScotsman Fringe First Awards. Full story here. 👉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

Missing the Fringe? We're already planning for next year... Find out more tomorrow. 😉

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

3 years

First posters are up. 👀

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

If you're coming to see Ricky Gervais @rickygervais tonight, make sure you bring your ID for your tickets, and arrive as early as possible, as latecomers may not be admitted, he will be on stage at 7:30pm. See you later x

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

2 years

Today’s view. 💛 #EdFringe2022

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

7 years

Off we go! @edfringe 2017 #Pleasance

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

4 years

NEWS: Today we launch a new Development Fund for Artists of Colour, which will provide financing, mentorship and programming opportunities to support UK-based Artists of Colour in bringing their work to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

1 year

we've got some Fringe 2023 announcements today 👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

6 years

We are delighted to announce @StrictlyArts with #Freeman by @camillavalerie_ as the 2018 recipients of the #CharlieHartillFund , worth £10,000 in support to bring the show to #EdFringe , as well as mentoring from @PleasanceFuture . Congratulations! #CharlieFund

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

11 months

IT'S STARTED!!! Before and after in the Rear Courtyard today... 46 days til we open. 😱 #FillYerBoots

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Pleasance

@ThePleasance

5 years

Good evening from a well decorated Courtyard 🌙 Our acts are already dominating the walls of the venue, but it's only 2️⃣ nights until they'll be gracing the stages too! #edfringe19

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