Morning events, Theatre

The newest show from the well-travelled circus, featuring horse rider Nicky de Neumann, a bunch of motorbikes in a giant ball known as the 'Globe of Death' and the flying acrobats of Havana Troupe, among many other circus favourites.

• Directed by: Richard Lewis
• Written by: Mani Svavarsson (music)

Richard Lewis's adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects. The production features original music by Mani Svavarsson, with original lyrics by Matt Lewis.

• Written by: Axel Scheffler

Scamp Theatre presents a new show adapted from the bestselling books by Children's Laureate, Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (creators of The Gruffalo).

A story about the little dog who wants to take care of all the stones he can find. Some are big and some are small. One is sad and another one feels cold. All are in need of someone to care for them.

Beckett on Film: Catastrophe: Directed by David Mamet and starring Harold Pinter, Rebecca Pidgeon and John Gielgud. Rough for Theatre II: Directed by Katie Mitchell and starring Jim Norton, Timothy Spall and Hugh B O’Brien. Breath: Directed by Damien †Hirst.

A stage adaptation of Terry Deary's book which celebrates an exceptionally gory period in English history, from the fate of King Henry's wives to the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The production features 3D effects.

Entertainment from a bygone age! Including the headless lady, the disembodied head of scheherazade, the mystifying time machine, presented undercover in all their Victorian splendour. 3 separate side shows housed in a mesmerising marquee of mirth! Be transported back to a time when entertainment meant a suspension of…

Big Wooden Horse presents a production full of fun, feathers and plenty of audience participation, adapted from the book by children's writer, Mo Willems (Sesame Street).

• Written by: Axel Scheffler

A musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's picture book telling the story of a child who disobeys her father's warnings. Adapted and directed by Olivia Jacobs and Toby Mitchell.

• Directed by: Bill Davies
• Written by: Bill Davies (adaptation)

A children's show adapted from Oliver Jeffer's best-selling book, which uses puppetry and storytelling to tell the tale of a little boy who wished for a star. Directed by Bill Davies, with music and lyrics by Frank Goodhind.

Kasper's Puppet Theatre presents an enchanting fairytale for children, featuring authentic Hohnsteiner hand carved characters. Join our hero Kasper, as he takes his young audience through the enchanted forest in search of the King's missing dog in a race to save him from the clutches of the wicked robber. A great little…

Songs, laughs and scary fun for children with stories of witches, cats, dogs, birds and frogs. Ages 3+.

A children's adventure show discovering why we need bees in this imaginative story with lovable characters and an original score.

Young people (aged 16–25) can get a little taster in circus skills, urban dance, and performance with a tryout workshop with Bright Night International. From this, there is the chance to be a part of a 12-week training programme and the opportunity to perform at Edinburgh Mela.

• Directed by: Sarah Argent

Marleen Vermeulen presents a wordless performance for very young children, in which she shares the joy of exploration. The show concludes with an interactive play session digging and delving in a pile of soft soil. Directed by Sarah Argent.

Dinosaurs aren't extinct! They're just hiding out on the other side of the world. Erth's Dinosaur Zoo brings its Jurassic creations to Scotland with an opportunity for children to get right up close.

When Father Christmas finishes his rounds he realises that he's forgotten to do something rather important and he really needs a WEE! A brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan's much loved book.

Eclectic music showcase featuring headliners Manic Street Preachers, with performances over the weekend from Chic, James Blake, Everything Everything, I Am Kloot, AlunaGeorge, Laura Mvula, The Staves, Mount Kimbie, Charlie Boyer & The Voyeurs, Caitlin Rose, Chapel Club, Dutch Uncles, and many more. With talks…

• Written by: Mellie Buse

A whole new 'Grandpa' theatre experience for young fans of the hugely popular CBeebies television series.