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Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits

Unstoppable 82-year-old Miriam Margolyes returns to the Fringe with her new show 'The Best Bits'!

Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits

About Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits

Combining her infectious passion for Charles Dickens with her phenomenal versatility, Miriam brings to life the most colourful and iconic characters from his timeless novels. She then opens the floor to your unexpurgated burning questions, sharing the stories and life lessons that have made her a bestseller and undisputed queen of the chat show.

Ask her anything: she'll tell the truth. Guaranteed to offend and delight!

This show contains strong language and frank discussion of sexual content.

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