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Scotsman
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Get to know your Postcode Pals at the Fringe, that's an order!
Shows taking part in the Postcode Pals initiative include Jack Docherty in The Chief – a spin-off from the award-winning BBC Scotland comedy Scot Squad No matter how many years at the Fringe we have under our belts, August always seems to speed around the corner. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, we're getting ready to celebrate in style and excitement is building around the office. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This year, our beloved Teviot Row House is still undergoing renovations so it's been a new adventure to open a brand new venue in Edinburgh University's Appleton Tower. We have a small but dedicated team of staff who are busy getting Appleton Tower and our returning venues of Patter House and The Museum ready to open. While there are so many finishing touches to get in place this time of year, feeling the excitement start to build around the city makes it worth it. Plus, this week, our fantastic Postcode Pals initiative returns, which allows local residents from across Edinburgh and the Lothians, Falkirk and Fife to access thousands of discounted tickets. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad We have over 125 shows taking part, meaning locals in EH, KY and FK postcodes can secure £6 tickets for some of the Fringe's biggest shows across our comedy, family and theatre programme. It's a great way for locals to find their new favourite Fringe show and try out something new. Some shows taking part in Postcode Pals include Jack Docherty, pictured, in The Chief – a spin-off from the award-winning BBC Scotland comedy Scot Squad – TikTok star Kim Blythe, rising star Alana Jackson, local comic Michael Welch and Ian Pattison's play Faye's Red Lines featuring a stunning performance from Gail Watson. For families, check out Lindsey Cole and Mark Thompson, as well as interactive shows like James Campbell 4 Kids: Reducks that are sure to keep the kids (and parents) entertained! We're also very excited to welcome actress, comedian and talk show host Rosie O'Donnell to Edinburgh for her very first Fringe. Rosie has always used her voice to stand up for what she believes in, something the world needs now more than ever. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She's an incredible talent and storyteller, so I'm looking forward to hearing more about her experiences over the past few decades in her new show with us, Common Knowledge. With the world's largest arts festival on our doorstep, it's great to see locals embracing it and we hope Postcode Pals helps to get residents involved – so start planning your shows now because August is coming up quickly!
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Scotsman
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Fringe: £6 tickets for Edinburgh and Lothian residents for some of the Fringe's biggest shows
After a successful inaugural run in 2024, Edinburgh Fringe venue Gilded Balloon has relaunched its Postcode Pals scheme, offering locals discounted tickets for some of the best shows. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Over 125 shows will offer £6 tickets for residents across Edinburgh and the Lothians, Fife and Falkirk, including Alana Jackson, Caroline Rhea, Jack Docherty in The Chief, Kim Blythe, Rosie O'Donnell and many more. This year's programme celebrates Gilded Balloon's 40th Fringe, with household names returning alongside a line-up of newcomers and fresh talent. And now, Postcode Pals will ensure local residents can grab discounts for the very best Fringe shows for the first few days of the festival, whether planning a family day out, late night comedy or thrilling theatre. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Postcode Pals runs from now until 6pm on Tuesday, July 29 for residents in EH, KY and FK postcodes, valid for select shows from July 30 - August 3. See here for the discounted tickets. Type PALS25 at checkout to unlock the discount. Edinburgh comedy legend Jack Docherty will return to the Fringe this year as The Chief, his popular character in BBC Scotland show Scot Squad. | Gilded Balloon This scheme enables local residents to see some of the Fringe's top shows in the very first few days of the world's biggest arts festival. Locals can pick up two tickets per show with a maximum of six transactions. For the ultimate family day out, locals can enjoy a line-up of fantastic family-friendly entertainment from world-class performers like Lindsey Cole and Mark Thompson, as well as interactive shows like Woody's Bush Cabaret for Kids and & the ImproBots: How to Train Your Robot, which are sure to keep the kids (and parents) entertained. Postcode Pals can secure tickets to some of the Fringe's top comedians including Jack Docherty in The Chief, Rosie O'Donnell's first Fringe, TikTok star Kim Blythe, rising star Alana Jackson, local comic Michael Welch and Aunt Hilda herself, Caroline Rhea. They can also enjoy some top-tier comedy from abroad, including New Zealand funny girl Sarah Bradley in Just Like Other Girls and New York comic Liz Coin's show Lizzy Sunshine. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Katy and Karen Koren, artistic directors of Gilded Balloon said, 'We're excited to launch a second year of Postcode Pals and release thousands of discounted tickets for some of our very best shows to ensure local residents don't miss out on Fringe fun. 'With the world's largest arts festival on our doorstep, it's important as locals that we embrace it and we hope Postcode Pals helps local residents to get involved, grab a bargain and see some big names, or maybe take a chance on someone new! 'With £6 tickets running across all three of our venues, there's shows on offer for all types of Fringe fans - from the littlest members of your family to comedy fans, theatregoers and more.' Fringe shows by Kim Blythe and Rosie O'Donnell are also part of the Postcode Pals deal this year. | Gilded Baloon Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For pals who are more on the adventurous side, Gilded Balloon's interactive shows will keep you on the edge of your seat, and sometimes bring you onto the stage! Some exciting additions to the programme this year are IKEA WARS, which challenges two comedians to build Ikea furniture on stage in a race against the clock, Married at Fringe Sight, a Fringe dating show that ends with a marriage, as well as some show-stopping tricks at 1 Hour of Insane Magic. Postcode Pals can also bag discounted tickets for some of the most exciting new theatre at this year's festival, including Gail Watson in Faye's Red Lines and EastEnders star Michelle Collins in her new show, Motorhome Marilyn. For the musically inclined, Arthur Hull's FLOP and Midnight at the Palace are two that can't be missed. Gilded Balloon's 'Pals in Pink' will welcome audiences from around the world as staff transform all three venues (Appleton Tower, Patter House and the National Museum of Scotland) into fabulously pink hubs of creativity with acts from every genre descending during the month of August. Postcode Pals gives local residents even more incentive to start their Fringe wish lists early so they can take advantage of this great opportunity to see some of the biggest shows of the year at the start of their runs. Tickets on sale now via
Daily Record
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hit BBC comedy police series to return as Hollywood superstar joins cast
The Chief is returning for a second series with Jack Docherty reprising his role as Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson - and he's bringing a Hollywood star with him Comedian Jack Docherty is set to return as Scotland's leading law enforcer, Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson, in the eagerly anticipated second series of the hit sitcom The Chief, with a Hollywood star also slated for a cameo. Dougray Scott, famed for his roles in Mission Impossible 2, Vigil and Desperate Housewives, will be joining the lineup for the new series, which has commenced filming this week in Glasgow. Dougray, 59, will portray himself, embarking on a personal endeavour involving The Chief. The BBC has hinted at what to expect from the new series: "Taking a peek into the workplace and home life of The Chief as he deals with colleagues, bams and family alike, the second series sees the return of cast regulars including Lorraine McIntosh as Miekelson's estranged wife Barbara and Eilidh Loan as his rebellious daughter, Ellen. "Also returning are The Chief's loyal and (often) long-suffering police team played by Carmen Pieraccini, Dylan Bore and Lana Pheutan, with Sanjeev Kohli joining as an MSP from a new government putting pressure on the Chief from the top.", reports the Mirror. The forthcoming series is expected to showcase The Chief balancing his professional, personal and recreational lives, managing a myriad of tasks and obligations. Jack, 63, expressed his excitement about reprising his iconic role and the upcoming series, stating: "I can't wait to once again don the uniform of Scotland's finest crime-fighting legend, law-enforcer, justice dispenser, hero, icon. "It's a privilege to play a character as modest and handsome as Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson." He added: "This series I'm delighted that Dougray Scott will be guest-starring. The Scottish public have longed to see these two giants of acting together on screen. "Well the wait is over. We're going toe to toe. Finally. Like DeNiro and Pacino in The Heat." Dougray himself expressed his anticipation for the role, remarking: "I am very much looking forward to spending time with The Chief. He's a legend in his own lunchtime, a justice seeker of gargantuan proportions and outrageously realising it. "I may have worked in Hollywood with A-listers but starring alongside The Chief might be one of my most challenging roles to date. Joking aside, it's going to be great to work alongside Jack Docherty – I just hope I can keep a straight face!". Gavin Smith, BBC Scotland Executive Producer, also chimed in: "BBC Scotland is delighted to be firing up the blue flashing light for a second time and welcoming The Chief back to our screens. "Rumours that Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson furnished the commissioning team with a new set of golf clubs from the evidence lockers are entirely unfounded."
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC police series with Shetland star returns as Desperate Housewives actor joins
Comedian Jack Docherty returns for a second series of sitcom The Chief Comedian Jack Docherty will reprise his role as Scotland's top cop - Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson - for a second series of hit sitcom The Chief with a Hollywood superstar also set to make an appearance. Dougray Scott, known for roles such as Mission Impossible 2, Vigil and Desperate Housewives, will be joining the cast for the upcoming new series, which started filming this week in Glasgow. Dougray, 59, will play himself in the upcoming scenes, undertaking a personal project for The Chief. BBC has teased of the upcoming series: "Taking a peek into the workplace and home life of The Chief as he deals with colleagues, bams and family alike, the second series sees the return of cast regulars including Lorraine McIntosh as Miekelson's estranged wife Barbara and Eilidh Loan as his rebellious daughter, Ellen. "Also returning are The Chief's loyal and (often) long-suffering police team played by Carmen Pieraccini, Dylan Bore and Lana Pheutan, with Sanjeev Kohli joining as an MSP from a new government putting pressure on the Chief from the top." The second series is believed to follow The Chief at work, at home and at play juggling a range of duties and responsibilities. Talking about reprising his role and the new series, Jack, 63, said: "I can't wait to once again don the uniform of Scotland 's finest crime-fighting legend, law-enforcer, justice dispenser, hero, icon. "It's a privilege to play a character as modest and handsome as Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson." He added: "This series I'm delighted that Dougray Scott will be guest-starring. The Scottish public have longed to see these two giants of acting together on screen. "Well the wait is over. We're going toe to toe. Finally. Like DeNiro and Pacino in The Heat." Meanwhile, Dougray himself said of the cameo: "I am very much looking forward to spending time with The Chief. He's a legend in his own lunchtime, a justice seeker of gargantuan proportions and outrageously funny…without realising it. "I may have worked in Hollywood with A-listers but starring alongside The Chief might be one of my most challenging roles to date. Joking aside, it's going to be great to work alongside Jack Docherty – I just hope I can keep a straight face!" Gavin Smith, BBC Scotland, Executive Producer added: "BBC Scotland is delighted to be firing up the blue flashing light for a second time and welcoming The Chief back to our screens. "Rumours that Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson furnished the commissioning team with a new set of golf clubs from the evidence lockers are entirely unfounded." The Chief returns to BBC One and BBC iPlayer soon.
Scotsman
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
For a good Fringe show, Arthur Hull is top of the Flops
Arthur Hull, who has a Fringe show called Flop So it's coming up to that time of year again when I have to spend a lot of time washing sheets and pillow cases as family and friends descend upon me to take in the Festival and Fringe. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... It's also when people keep asking me for recommendations, which is always a bit tricky as so often one doesn't have a clue whether any shows will be good. Last year, to begin with I kept leaving venues feeling quite distinctly meh. I began to think it was me – had I lost my sense of humour or just become a bit jaded? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Then I went to see Jack Docherty as Chief Inspector Meikleson and laughed my socks off. He's back again this year so that is one show I have told people to go and see at the Gilded Balloon's new venue at Appleton Tower. Of course, it is also a great time to catch up with people who don't visit Edinburgh at any other time of the year. Many moons ago I worked on the Best of the Fest show at the Assembly Rooms. That's when the building had some character and didn't, as one friend described it, look like an over-sized dentist's waiting room. Anyway, my cohort in that venture was a chap called Richard. He was living in Edinburgh and through the Fringe met his wife, Bex. They had a son and then decided to move back to her homeland of Australia. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad They are coming back this August with this son, Arthur Hull, who has a show called Flop. Needless to say that the title doesn't reflect the show – it's his belief that even some of the worst musicals have one good song. He sings and plays the keyboard because he is a very talented young man. Having picked up brilliant reviews and awards at Melbourne and Adelaide festivals, he is now bringing it to Edinburgh. Now, I might be biased but I reckon this is going to be a hit. Obviously Arthur's parents are hoping so as well, otherwise they may have to re-mortgage their house. Well, I suppose you have to do whateveryou must to let your children follow their dream, although I must be a bad mother as I doubt that I would put my home on the line. I should get around to reading the Fringe brochure, but in the meantime I already have one date in my diary.
