Edinburgh Fringe
A Jaffa Cake Musical
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Venue
33: Pleasance Courtyard
Room: Pleasance Two
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Time to decide once and for all... cake or biscuit? Inspired by the 1991 tribunal which determined the true identity of a Jaffa Cake, multi-award winning Gigglemug Theatre (Scouts! The Musical, RuneSical, Timpson: The Musical) present a brand-new family-friendly musical comedy that takes the biscuit (or cake...?). Praise for previous productions: 'Incredible!' (Bear Grylls); 'Laugh-a-minute silliness' (Daily Express); 'Winning songs' (Guardian); 'Blistering wit' ***** (TheatreWeekly.com); 'Simply brilliant' ***** (NorthWestEnd.co.uk); 'An utter masterpiece' ***** (BoxOfficeRadio.co.uk); 'A comedic triumph' ***** (WestEndEvenings.co.uk); 'Absolute bangers' **** (Stage); 'Genius' **** (BroadwayBaby.com).
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Press articles
Musicals At The Fringe - A Jaffa Cake Musical
A Jaffa Cake Musical is based on the real life 1991 tribunal which saw McVitie's face off against the Tax Man to prove that a Jaffa Cake is in fact a cake rather than a biscuit.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 15th July 2024A Jaffa Cake Musical to collect Jaffa Cakes for Edinburgh Food Project
Gigglemug Theatre are partnering with the Edinburgh Food Project on their latest show, A Jaffa Cake Musical.
West End Best Friend, 9th July 2024Edinburgh festival 2024: 12 tips for families
With manga circus, a Jaffa Cake musical, silly science and a llama adventure, there is something to entertain audiences of all ages this summer.
Chris Wiegand, The Guardian, 8th July 2024Have A Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 - Fringe Tasties
Prepare for a glorious Have a Gander at Food at this year's Edinburgh Fringe!
Corr Blimey, 6th July 2024Twenty Shows to See at Edinburgh Fringe 2024 - Pick of the Fringe
From historical dramas to musical comedies, these shows represent the best of what the festival has to offer.
Greg Stewart, Theatre Weekly, 5th July 2024Edinburgh Interview: Sam Cochrane on A Jaffa Cake Musical
"It's a perfect blend of catchy tunes and outrageous legal arguments - we think it'll be an utter joy for the whole family."
Greg Stewart, Theatre Weekly, 1st July 2024EdFringe Talk: A Jaffa Cake Musical
"The vibe at the Fringe is just unparalleled, audiences are up for a good time before they've even found their seats, which makes staging comedy musicals an absolute joy. I don't think I could stop going if I tried."
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 28th June 2024Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 31st Jul | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 1st Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 2nd Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 3rd Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 4th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 5th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 6th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 7th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 8th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 9th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 10th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 11th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 12th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 14th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 15th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 16th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 17th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 18th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 19th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 20th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 21st Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 22nd Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 23rd Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 24th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 25th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |
| 26th Aug | 15:10 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Two) |