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!

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The Last Audition

Location:  Space 3 at theSpace on the Mile (Venue 39)

Dates:  Aug 7th-15th, 17th-22nd, 24th-29th

Time: 19:25

Price: £16 Concessions £15

Ticket Link: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/the-last-audition

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Hello! Tell us all about your show!

The Last Audition is a solo show about an aging Shakespearean actor preparing for what he believes may be his final audition, King Lear. It is funny, intimate, and quietly heartbreaking, blending original writing with Shakespeare, memory, and the fear of being forgotten.

At its heart, it is about identity, aging, and that strange thing artists carry with them: the hope that there is still one more great role, one more chance, one more moment in the light.

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

I’m always drawn to theatre-style work, especially other solo shows. There is something very exciting about seeing one performer hold a room with just story, truth, and imagination.

I’m also looking forward to discovering anything with real heart. Shows that feel personal, brave, funny, moving, or a little unexpected. That is one of the great joys of the Fringe: you can walk into a room not knowing much and come out feeling completely changed.

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

Since this is my first time performing at the Edinburgh Fringe, I’m looking forward to simply being part of it — that extraordinary gathering of artists, audiences, stories, and chaos.

I’m excited to see as much theatre as I can, meet other performers, connect with new audiences, and experience the energy of a city completely taken over by creativity. For The Last Audition, I’m especially looking forward to discovering how Edinburgh audiences respond to such an intimate, personal piece.

Talk us through your daily routine for a day at the Fringe

There will definitely be coffee involved. Ideally, my day will include finding a good coffee shop, wandering into a bookshop, eating something great, and seeing as many shows as I can without completely draining myself before my own performance.

I’ll also be doing the necessary flyering on the Mile, meeting people, talking about the show, and trying to soak up the atmosphere. The challenge will be balancing all that wonderful Fringe energy with enough rest to give The Last Audition the focus it needs each night.

Ok, where is your favourite place to eat at the Fringe?

I haven’t found it yet! Since this is my first Edinburgh Fringe, I’m hoping to discover somewhere properly local and well-recommended. Ideally the kind of place where I can try real Scottish food and feel like I’m eating somewhere Edinburgh people actually love.

I’m definitely open to suggestions. A good plate of haggis, neeps and tatties, Cullen skink, or just excellent fish and chips after a long Fringe day sounds pretty perfect.

Best thing about performing at the fringe?

The best thing about performing at the Fringe is the sense that anything can happen. You are surrounded by artists taking risks, audiences willing to discover something new, and a city that feels completely alive with stories.

For a show like The Last Audition, that intimacy is exciting. Every performance is a chance to meet a new audience, share the piece, and find out what it means in the room that night.

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

Not really, no. I try to travel fairly simply.

But my wife will be joining me, and that absolutely counts. Having her there will make Edinburgh feel much more special, and probably a little more like home, even in the middle of all the Fringe chaos.

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

Book your accommodation as early as possible. That is probably the biggest one.

Also, getting a place with a kitchen can make a huge difference. Even if you are not cooking every meal, being able to make breakfast, coffee, or a simple dinner at home can save a lot over the course of the Fringe. Plus, it gives you somewhere to reset between all the shows, flyering, and general Edinburgh madness.

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

People can find me on Instagram at @paulshearmanactor.

They can also find out more about the show, tour dates, and updates at www.lastaudition.com.

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

Funny. Human. Shakespeare.

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