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Aisling Fisher

@aisling1105

Aisling is currently Assistant Head of Year at The Edinburgh Academy and is qualified to teach Secondary English, Dance, Learning Support and Primary. She has just finished writing her first book which she is in the process of editing and is a regular features writer for the Times Educational Supplement. When not reading, teaching, writing or at the theatre she can often be found at the gym or out running and recently completed her first Sprint Triathlon.

Reviews: 252
Other Articles: 17
Underbelly Bristo Square

KillyMuck

A witty yet serious social commentary on life in poverty and why it is so difficult to escape.

Edinburgh International Book Festival

Susan Calman

Popular comedian and author takes the audience on a journey of kindness and joy in her latest book.

Underbelly Bristo Square

Bumper Blyton

Lashings and lashings of madness in this improvised Blyton tale.

Underbelly Cowgate

Pickle Jar

Actress and writer, Maddie Rice, delves expertly into the life of a teacher hiding a tragic secret beneath her comic exterior.

Bedlam Theatre

Eight

Four monologues comment on societal issues with variable results.

Baillie Gifford Corner Theatre

Ruby Wax

American comedian, actress and author explores the human brain and the importance of mindfulness in her latest book.

Summerhall

Tetra-Decathlon

A young woman with dogged persistence and determination charts her journey to the world championships.

Assembly George Square Theatre

Djuki Mala

An energetic and educational performance giving a glimpse of Aboriginal culture.

Fruitmarket Gallery

Picasso’s Women

Three of Picasso’s women are portrayed in this informative look at the artist’s ‘colourful’ life.

Tolbooth

Good Grief

Nat Harris can spin a yarn but not a joke in this mis-sold ‘stand-up comedy’ show.

Assembly Rooms

Choir of Man

Nine talented young guys entertain a packed ‘pub’ with song, dance and some important messages.

Assembly George Square Studios

The Marilyn Conspiracy

The story of Marilyn Monroe’s death translates well to stage with some notable performances.

Pleasance Courtyard

Freeman

Strictly Arts Theatre Company are fully deserving of their standing ovation for this most powerful of plays.