Edinburgh Fringe Festival to kick off with 4,000 shows

Artists and organisers are warning its future is in a fragile state.

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival officially begins tomorrow with artists from 63 countries performing in almost 4,000 shows.

But artists and organisers are warning that its future is in a fragile state, with locals priced out of performing.

Today, the First Minister said he is committed to supporting the creative industries, with arts and culture spending rising by £34 million this year.

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