Skip to content
The Chief Executive of the Edinburgh Fringe Society Tony Lankester #400 episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 27, 2025 · 18 MIN

The Chief Executive of the Edinburgh Fringe Society Tony Lankester #400

from The Martin Talk Show · host Martin Colton

Step into the heart of the Edinburgh Fringe and discover what makes this world-famous festival so extraordinary 🌍✨. In this episode of The Martin Talk Show, host Martin Colton sits down with Tony Lankester, the brand-new Chief Executive of the Fringe Society, to uncover his journey, vision, and passion for the arts. 🎭🎶🎬From leading South Africa’s National Arts Festival to steering Riverside Studios in London through the challenges of the pandemic, Tony brings a wealth of experience and a deep love for creativity and connection. Together, we explore what makes the open-access ethos of the Fringe so vital, why the arts matter more than ever today, and how Edinburgh continues to inspire artists and audiences alike. 🌟🎤Recorded live oin Edinburgh during the Fringe, this conversation is more than an introduction—it’s a call to celebrate art in all its forms, embrace creativity without limits, and see the world through new perspectives. 🌈🔥 Whether you’re an artist, a dreamer, or simply someone who loves the transformative power of live performance, this episode will leave you inspired and uplifted. 💫 As always, connect with Martin via: www.themartintalkshow.com #TheMartinTalkShow #EdinburghFringe #FringeFestival #TonyLankester #CreativeConversations #ArtsPodcast #TheatrePodcast #EdinburghFestival #FestivalLife #CreativityUnleashed #FringeSociety #LiveFromEdinburgh #ArtistsVoices #InspiringStories #ArtsMatters #TheatreLovers #DancePodcast #MusicPodcast #FilmPodcast #PerformanceArt #CulturalFestival #FringeMagic #BehindTheScenes #ArtsLeadership #CreativeJourney #FestivalStories #UnlockCreativity #GlobalArts #LivePerformance #MartinColton

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Aug 27, 2025

Embed this episode

Ready to play

The Chief Executive of the Edinburgh Fringe Society Tony Lankester #400

0:00 18:33

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Martin Talk Show?

This episode is 18 minutes long.

When was this The Martin Talk Show episode published?

This episode was published on August 27, 2025.

Can I download this The Martin Talk Show episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!