The David Johnson Emerging Talent Award
Comedy (cabaret, variety)
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Venue 8Assembly George Square - Gordon Aikman Theatre
- 18:00
- Aug 28
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: John Mackay and Sally Homer
- Warnings and additional info: Strong language/swearing
- 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 18 months
Description
A mixed-bill comedy, cabaret and variety show to celebrate the life of maverick producer David Johnson who died in 2020. David was a fervent supporter of emerging and unique talent and his 'Fringe finds' included Graham Norton and Puppetry of the Penis. Featuring popular Fringe performers and the presentation of the inaugural David Johnson Emerging Talent Award. 'A theatre producer whose ebullient largesse and fearless eye for an off-kilter hit was rooted in the creative anarchy of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe' (Herald).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: Cobbled area around the George Square Theatre. If not taking the lift there are about 35 steps into the venue.
- Stairs: 20+
Wheelchair access type: Building Lift
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