Come Dine With Me: The Musical
Musicals and Opera (musical theatre, new writing)
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Venue 302Underbelly, Bristo Square - Cowbarn
- 14:20
- Aug 25
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Paul Taylor-Mills and Sam Norman
- Warnings and additional info: None
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Take a bunch of tuneful strangers. Mix in a dollop of behind-the-scenes skulduggery, a Sound Man playing detective, a sprinkling of star-crossed love, and plenty of juicy arpeggios. Marinade, cook for 60 minutes... and serve hot. The result is a mouth-watering fusion dish, combining the beloved TV show and a sumptuous original score to form Come Dine With Me: The Musical – a winning recipe that will delight even the pickiest palate! (Warning: May Contain Spice.)Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: There is ramp access to the front door. Then level access to front row seats. There are 14 steps if not taking the accessible entrance.
- Stairs: 11- 20
Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp, Level Access
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
How and when to make an access booking
- Phone: +44 (0)131 226 0002
- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
- Find out more about access at the Fringe.
Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:
- Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
- Requires extra assistance when at a venue
- Has specific seating requirements
- Is a wheelchair user
- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Ellie 15 days ago
I’ve been going up to the Fringe for many years and this is without doubt the best original musical I’ve seen in Edinburgh. Come Dine With Me: The Musical was an hour of wit, wordplay and songs so catchy I’m still singing them a week after seeing it!
As a fan of the TV show, I was keen to see it brought to life on the stage and this production did not disappoint - so much so that I actually went back to see it again! The subtle references to long-standing CDWM jokes (whisk, anyone?) gave existing fans something to dig their teeth into, whilst the fresh storyline and neat exposition meant that even those who’d never seen the show could get stuck in.
A laugh-a-minute, absolute belter of a show - a must-see for anyone in Edinburgh, and I will definitely be taking local friends and family to the London run in September.
Bertie 18 days ago
Enjoyed it. Great vocals. Worth seeing.
Massive fan of CDWM- get tickets if you can! 20 days ago
Funny, slick and beautifully written and performed musical with a sideways take on the favorite CDWM TV show. The 4 contestants here are each worthy of their own musical but here we see the show from the production team’s perspective . Witty and feel good- and you come out uplifted. A lot of budding stars here so expect to see this on the
london stage!
Neil S 20 days ago
A starter of set up, a main of magical musical moments and a dessert of dancing and dinner party drama. This musical captures the magic on the TV show, with its mix of larger-than-life and relatable characters, behind the scenes tensions and a heart-warming message, this truly deserves a 10 from everyone and should definitely go away a winner at the end!
Mun 20 days ago
This show is a must-see! It brilliantly revives the chaotic charm of a classic Tv program with infectious energy and top-notch execution. The writing is razor-sharp and witty, while the performers burst with vibrancy, breathing life into a cast of entertaining, lovable characters. You’ll find yourself clapping, dancing and eagerly trying to crack the mystery. This show has been the absolute highlight of my Fringe experience. I’ve already rallied the gals to grab tickets, and I’ll be making the trip to London to see it again (and again)! If you only see one show at the Fringe, you’re doing it wrong - see this one twice! And then see it London for good measure.
Alex 20 days ago
COME DINE WITH ME: THE MUSICAL was the best show we saw up at the Fringe (bar nothing) - an hour of pure joy from start to finish, we roared with laughter all the way through. A glorious feast of witty rhymes and earworm tunes with a generous dollop of camp and a side of self-deprecating charm. This loving celebration of the warts-and-all of the iconic British TV show is a must-see for even the most casual fan - I’ll be running for seconds (and thirds, guilt-free…) at its September stint in London and will be dragging along all my family and friends. I can’t wait to see where the show goes next - with such a stellar creative team and cast, I have no doubt its future is piping hot.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jackie 20 days ago
Came out of the theatre humming and two of these songs are still stuck in my head! The writers and cast have put together some West End worthy tunes, and I wouldn't be surprised if this show goes on tour around the UK soon. Can't say enough good things about Come Dine With Me The Musical!
Mel L. 20 days ago
This is a fantastic musical with catchy music, witty lyrics, and a stellar cast! I'm not too familiar with the TV show, but I adored this big-hearted, toe-tapping musical. The sabotage plotline was full of twists and turns and the cast absolutely knocked their roles out of the park. Highly, highly recommend for fans of the TV show, musical theatre lovers, or anyone who loves a good whodunnit (or a good love story).
Teresa 20 days ago
Intriguing concept, but left feeling a youth company could have made more out of it. The story falls flat, I have no reason to care about the characters, the songs feel out of place.
If I hadn't paid £17 per person I might feel more generous, but as is I'm just deeply disappointed. I've seen much better shows this fringe for less than half of that.
Francesca Butler 23 days ago
I’m not a big fan of modern musicals and was not expecting something that was an imitation of a west end show on a microbudget so I was not the target audience for this, although the cast were very talented. It felt like there was a lot of lost potential in terms of CDWM-themed jokes and it felt a bit like the dialogue was written by AI at times, though some of the songs were quite fun.
Rory Z 24 days ago
Had a wonderful time at this show. Very funny, light-hearted, positive, silly and sweet. I'm glad I got to see this.
Julie Phillips 24 days ago
What a great show! Can’t think of anything to criticise. We had a fabulous time.
YB 24 days ago
Some musicals are meh, some are good and some are just rubbish. This one doesn’t belong to any of those categories. It transcended them all and is in a category of its own, a hellscape of suburban mediocrity.
Peter Mills 26 days ago
A fantastic show with excellent songs and some knockout singers. It doesn’t really matter if you are familiar with the TV programme or not, as this is a real treat for fans of musical theatre. What a delight to have a real band and such high production values. Highly recommended.
Anton Zherzdev 26 days ago
This is almost Broadway quality! Great music, funny lyrics, fantastic voices! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nikita Groot 27 days ago
I never expected this to be such a heartwarming experience on top of brilliant comedy, music and acting. I would recommend this show to anyone liking musicals, even if you've never watched Come Dine With Me before (I haven't!). Absolutely brilliant!
Jack Nisbet 29 days ago
A brand new take on the murder mystery genre but if it was all about food and wasn’t about murder at all but about sabotage?… with a little bit of love? Sounds like the most exciting game of Cluedo ever and well the same goes for this production of ‘come dine with me’. You are instantly brought into the world and immersed in the plot when we are greeted by the ‘production team’ behind the episode before the show starts, setting up the crowd for the show with funny remarks and playful humour that also gives us the first insight into the characters backgrounds and characteristics. We were met with some of the most fun and cheerful numbers that held such a grand stage presence and filled the audience with laughter and cheer as we watched on to what should’ve been a standard episode of come dine with me giving all we should expect but it’s not just any show… it’s the 1000th so of course things have to be special? Let’s just say it would be an honour to be able to spend a dinner getting to know these characters and all their weird quirks and stories that make them all special in their own way, even with all the ups and downs that generate from a bunch of strangers getting together it allows us all to join together and really discover what it means to be human, just misunderstood until we take the time to understand; and this show does this in such a beautiful and fun way. Stand out performances from ‘Teddy’ played by Harry Chandler, ‘Janey’ played by Sophie Hutchinson & ‘Mary’ played by Danielle Coombe and honestly just the whole cast, huge shoutout to Tom Bowen, Paul Hazel, Kim Ismay and Leo Udvarlaky please check them all out, outside of this production and cheer them all on.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Tamsin 29 days ago
Fab show. Very funny. Great take on the tv show. Would recommend.
Claire Walton 30 days ago
Good fun if you are a fan of the TV show. The singing and acting were great and there were some very funny moments! Would recommend seeing this show.
TheatreStitch 31 days ago
A very fun little show with a lot of potential and some fantastic performance's!
See my full thoughts here:
https://theatrestitch.wordpress.com/2024/08/01/come-dine-with-me-the-musical-five-minute-fringe-review/
The Smiths + a boyfriend 31 days ago
One of us was keen to see this show, and it made the “why the heck not list”….so glad it did. From the start, which was as the audience made their way to their seats, to the end of the show the cast impressed with their voices and the laughs kept coming too. Yes it’s a silly concept, and a cheesy story, but you will enjoy it.
If you can get a ticket, go see this.
Helena Murphy 32 days ago
What a buzz. One of my favourite TV shows combined with my favourite genre - musical theatre - told in an hour. Great music, great cast. Don't miss it
Nellie Noodle 32 days ago
I loved this show! So fun, so clever, and it captures the essence of Come Dine With Me whilst adding a little spice. The songs are witty and memorable, with some standout performances from the talented cast. Highly recommended!
Ross Shepherd 32 days ago
Sell out show yesterday and rightly so.
Well executed. Acting and singing was superb.
Overall an excellent show. If in doubt just book it was fab!
Team Darch 33 days ago
We loved this show. Great cast and just brilliant concept. Theatre was so hot though and seats rubbish if you are very tall and end up squished in middle row. Very limited leg room.
Jonathan Watkiss 33 days ago
My favourite show of the fringe so far
Such a strong cast; very funny. Much better than I was expecting
Especially liked the female director and the singing voice of the recording guy
Martin Adam 35 days ago
Delicious live theatre that will have you licking the whisk with glee. Does what it says on the tin with a musical that have you humming when you leave.
Jack 35 days ago
Fun musical theatre comfort food. Exactly what you imagine it would be in the best way, and a great palette cleanser between any heavier shows you might have planned for the festival.
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