It is festival season and that means that in the next month there is so many great comedy festivals to look forward to! This month we are looking at some of the great shows that you can see at the Edinburgh Fringe. So take note because we are going to give you all the information you need for just a handful of some of the great shows happening this year!

Blodwen’s in Town

Location:   PBH’s Free Fringe @ Fingers Piano Bar – Finders Piano Bar (Venue 221)

Dates:  Aug 2nd-4th, 6th-11th, 13th-18th, 20th-24th

Time: 17:30

Price: Free

Ticket Link: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/blodwen-s-in-town

Hello! Tell us about yourself? 

Hi! I’m Emily Davis  a Welsh singer actor and storyteller with a love of live performance and the messy magic that happens when you share something real on stage. I  write shows inspired by my own life and perform as Blodwen — a wide- eyed Welsh woman with a big voice, a tender heart, and a knack for throwing herself in at the deep end.

I’ve been a performer on the London cabaret circuit for 10 years, and have toured 4 one-woman shows. Can’t wait to get back up to Edinburgh this year! 

Tell us all about your show!

Blodwen’s in Town is full of comedy, music, and big questions, and while all my shows are personal, this one really digs into the experience of finding your feet far from home. It’s a musical comedy about moving from Wales to London — and everything that comes with itculture shock, ambition, identity. Blodwen has to learn how to stand on her own two feet in a city that doesn’t quite speak her language — emotionally or literally.

But at its heart, it’s about hiraeth: the longing for home, and how we carry that feeling with us wherever we go. It’s also about joy, and the belief that even when things are tough, it’s still worth trying because life is messy, but it’s also beautiful. And in Blodwen’s eyes, it’ll all turn out all right in the end.

What other acts are you looking forward to seeing at the Fringe?

Nick’s Daughter, a father daughter duo who do a showcase of original music every year at Fingers Piano Bar. And Julia Masli. That woman is an absolute phenomenon and I would go anywhere and watch her do anything.

Have you done the fringe before? What are the key pieces of advice you have been given or would give to new groups or people performing at the fringe. 

This is my fourth time at the Fringe and I keep coming back — I love the chaos, the creativity, and the sheer volume of inspiration in the air. My advice? Tune out the noise. Remember why you’re here and what matters to you. Everyone’s Fringe is different, and comparing yourself to others will only drain you. You’re doing something brave just by being here — own it in your own way.

If this is your first time – what are you looking forward to?

It’s not my first time, but each year feels like a fresh start. I brought Blodwen’s in Town the first time I did the Fringe when I felt like a rabbit caught in the headlights for the entire month, so I’m looking forward to having a crack at the show when I’m not so nervous about everything else that is going on. 

Talk us through your daily routine at the Fringe

Swim. Meditate. Tea. Bit of flyering. Home to get ready. Back out to do the show. Then it’s home again to eat something comforting (usually in a dressing gown), and if I’ve got the energy, I’ll head out again to see a show or share a drink with pals.

I’m usually in bed by 10:30 — I do everything I can to take care of my body and my mind. Then on the last night, you’ll probably find me drinking tequila with fellow performers until 5am. Balance, right?

Where’s your favourite place to eat at the Fringe?

Chez Jules in the New Town. It’s French, cosy, and I have an unhealthy obsession with their bread.

Best thing about performing at the Fringe?

That anything could happen. One day you’re performing for five people, the next for fifty, and either way there’s a chance of something unforgettable — a laugh, a moment, a connection that sticks with you. It’s the most alive I ever feel.

What’s the hardest part about performing at the Fringe?

Balancing the emotional and physical toll. You’re constantly “on,” and it can be hard not to tie your self-worth to the ups and downs. Also: stairs. Why are there always so many stairs?

Do you bring anything special from home to make it feel more special whilst you are away?

My dressing gown. Always. I’ll sacrifice outfit changes just to fit it in. After a show when the adrenaline’s still buzzing, putting it on brings me right back down to earth.

What are your best hacks to save money whilst at the Fringe?

Cook for yourself. Embrace the Free Fringe. Stay off the booze as much as you can — your bank account and your mental health will thank you.

What are your top three must-pack items for performers?

1. A decent portable charger
2. Waterproof shoes (always)
3. Snacks that don’t melt or squish

What’s the secret to successful flyering?

Be a human, not a pitch. Speak from the heart, not a script. The right audience member will recognise themselves in what you say — and they’ll come.

If people want to find out more about you where can they follow you on social media?

I’m @welshgirlsings on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Bluesky. Come find me, say hello, and follow the journey!

And Finally in three words – Why should people come and see the show? 

Hopeful. Heartfelt. Hilarious.

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