Adam’s favourite 2012 Fringe shows were:

Bourgeois and Maurice: Sugartits (review)

This quirky cabaret double act are a fabulous blend of candy-coated satire and wonderfully witty music. Georgeois Bourgeois and Maurice Maurice offer some late night utterly different comedy combined with a killer aesthetic, and brilliant songs. They are definitely worth catching whilst you’re up here!

A Clockwork Orange (review)

Action to the World’s electrically charged production of A Clockwork Orange is incredible. It’s an all male cast of 10 incredibly attractive actors in the most homo-erotic staging of a dark, iconic classic – what more could you ask for?

Jonny Woo: Wonder Woo-Man (review)

Woo’s take on drag is irreverent, jaded and fantastic. It’s an hour of autobiographical entertainment and was an absolutely fantastic and completely unexpected performance. For me, this kind of thing is what Edinburgh’s all about.

Adele’s favourite 2012 Fringe shows were:

Bottleneck (review)

James Cooney’s performance makes you visualise this 15 year old lad’s story in agonising detail. You need to pinch yourself to remember that he is just one very talented young man on an empty stage. Beware of reviews with spoilers, don’t risk it, and just see it (if it’s not too late)!

The Fantasist (review)

Theatre Témoin have devised a production which is engaging from the start, a focus which is maintained by Julia Yevnine’s unwavering energy as Louise; an artist trapped in her own mind by the dizzying rapidity of her mental health.

Confessions of Old Lady #2 (review)

Joan Shepard shares her priceless stories and it’s a real treat to hear her history in lavish detail. Her songs may be out of time, out of tune, but it really doesn’t matter, it even adds to its charm. An incredible woman I’d love to get locked in conversation with.

Albert’s favourite 2012 Fringe shows were:

The Blues Brothers: Live (review)

The end of the set heralded a standing ovation from the audience and they remained on their feet for two encore tracks. I’ve never seen an audience dance like this one did. I’d rather see this group than almost any other. Take your Arctic Monkeys. Take your Coldplay, Killers and Snow Patrol and give me The Blues Brothers Live. I want to be in this gang.

Asher Treleaven: Troubadour (review)

Asher Treleaven’s years of circus and street performance combined with his honed stand-up skills give him an air of Jim Carrey crossed with Penn Jillette (of magic duo Penn and Teller), but despite this his style is certainly his own. There’s a surprising twist in the middle of the show which I won’t give away but this five minutes of pure skill and expertise is worth the price of the ticket alone.

Chris Corcoran And Elis James: The Committee Meeting (review)

The Committee Meeting is an hour of character comedy set in a small Welsh village. This was certainly one of my biggest surprises of the festival so far. This show is fantastic. They tread the line between surrealism and factual accuracy very well, featuring elements that probably aren’t far off these village establishments but keeping it strange enough to be entertaining throughout.

Angus’s favourite 2012 Fringe shows were:

Out of the Blue (review)

Arguably the best a cappella group at the Fringe. These boys have got class, charisma and talent by the bucket load. With genius mash-ups, camp choreography and impressive covers, there is nothing that these boys can’t do!

Vikki Stone: Hot Mess (review)

Vikki Stone is not just a comedian, she is also a highly talented pianist, singer and songwriter. With a song about Philip Schofield, and a play-along Deal or No Deal featuring cheese, Stone presents one of the funniest hour’s on the Fringe.

Frisky & Mannish: Extra-Curricular Activities (review)

Frisky & Mannish are absolutely bonkers but incredibly brilliant. They are both amazing singers, their show is raucous and wild and the whole thing is just a joy to be a part of!

Ben’s favourite 2012 Fringe shows were:

Armageddapocalypse: Threat Level Dead (review)

There are so few gaps between the jokes in this show it is astounding. One of the most economical pieces of comedy I have ever seen. Every line is quotable – it’s brilliant.

Doctor Brown: Befrdfgth (review)

Fast becoming an Edinburgh legend, Doctor Brown’s latest show is his best yet. Physical clowning at its finest: at once utterly hysterical, immersive and gripping.

Bane 3 (review)

Bane 3 was one of my favourites last year, and it’s one of my favourites this year. Some might say it’s boring to keep returning to the same show as a festival highlight. They have obviously not seen it. One of the greatest innovations in popular theatre you will ever witness.