Breathe
Theatre (puppetry, live music)
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Venue 23Pleasance Dome - King Dome
- 12:00
- Aug 18
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Half a String
- Warnings and additional info: -
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Find the epic in the tiny from the perspective of an acorn. Join this extraordinary journey to discover the beats and rhythms of a busy, beautiful woodland world. Uncover bizarre larger than life fungi, creaking tree roots and thrumming underworlds. Breathe explores the inner workings of trees, beautifully realised with a combination of stunning puppetry, breathtakingly detailed sets and groundbreaking live camera work. Underscored through a truly unique blend of thumping drum and bass and live ethereal folk songs. This is a 2024 Offie Award Finalist that celebrates trees. 'Unmissable... delightfully imaginative, innovative and emotionally engaging' (Everything Theatre).Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Main queue inside Dome at left of building. Level access to left of venue — ask staff for assistance. Performance space is on First Floor up 20 steps on a permanent spiral stone staircase.
- Stairs: 20+
Wheelchair access type: Level Access (Building Lift)
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 8 August, 15 August
- Type: Open
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
Relaxed performances
- Dates: 8 August, 15 August
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team for more information or to discuss any accessibility requirements. Character Introduction Details
- Additional information: Information not supplied
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Be aware that this show features:
- Performer goes into audience area
- Loud/repetitive/high pitched/unexpected or overlapping sound
- Permission to move around and make noise
Show does not feature:
- Total Audience Black Out
- Flashing Lights/Strobed Lighting
- Distinctive smells
- Special effects (e.g. smoke/bubbles/pyrotechnics)
- Latex balloons
- Characters expressing anger
- Heavily dialogue-driven scenes
- Audience required to walk around
- Audience required to undertake directed movement
- Audience required to sing/speak along with/for performer
- Audience invited on stage
- An intermission
- Audience chill out area
- Permission to engage with performer
- Show guide or synopsis or character list
How and when to make an access booking
- Phone: +44 (0)131 226 0002
- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
- Find out more about access at the Fringe.
Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:
- Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
- Requires extra assistance when at a venue
- Has specific seating requirements
- Is a wheelchair user
- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Jessica 14 days ago
A sweet show with some lovely musical and visual elements. However, it did feel more predictable than I had expected - the puppetry needed work and most of the lower harmonies fell flat. This type of show will always capture an audience, but where can we develop the actual story outside of the audio/visual? Can we challenge even a younger audience slightly more?
Sean Davis 19 days ago
Breathe (****)
Three puppeteers populate a miniature forest where an oak seedling roams both above and below ground until it finds the perfect spot to lay down its roots. Beside the seedling, there are insects, birds, leaves, worms,, and roots that come alive. While the large video screen facilitates us imagining his world, watching the camera work deal with the many miniature sets was fascinating.
This is the 33rd most enjoyable of the 125 shows I have seen so far at the Fringe this year. I hope to see more than 150 this year. You may see my other three-sentence reviews, in order from most enjoyable to worst, at my non-commercial website: https://fringefan.com/
Stuart Clive 20 days ago
Clever, beautiful show. highly skilled puppetry supported by songs and storytelling. enchanting for adults and primary school kids. (possibly a little slow for teenagers!)
Richard Orchard-Rowe 21 days ago
Wow!!! What a beautiful show. The narration, movement, music, puppet genius. This is a stunning story and if you are lucky enough to get to see it, you’ll not be disappointed. Truly beautiful!
Agnes Joyce Wells 21 days ago
A delightful tiny puppet who discovers the wonders of mycelium. This is deeper than a children’s entertainment. The message here is to revere our woodlands.
O 21 days ago
a wonder!!! I laughed and gasped and teared up. the music is amazing and the set design is a work of genius.
stephen zegers 23 days ago
This was a really fun and creative bit of theatre. I wouldnt even know exactly how to describe it, other than just go see for yourself.
Louisa Long 23 days ago
Beautiful storytelling through puppetry, live songs and filming. 9yo and two 40-somethings equally spellbound. Unique and heartwarming.
Gina Wilcox 25 days ago
Extraordinary - whimsical, relaxing, interesting, uplifting, a delight. This company does meticulous, loving work. The main singer has a jaw-droppingly clear and beautiful voice, the puppeteers move exquisitely, high tech is woven in just right. Definitely see.
Justine Greene 25 days ago
One of the most endearing shows of this year's festival. #Breathe by @HalfaString is an innovative blend of puppetry and live cinema projection accompanied by a blend of folk and drum and bass. Definitely not just for children. The perfect show to start the day. A must see!
Carola Martin-Smith 26 days ago
Just brilliant.
Eduardo Vona 26 days ago
So creative!! All things come together here to tell a sweet and sometimes emotional story. The whole family will love it! Not seen anything quite like it
Alice Connolly 28 days ago
Wow, this show is a truly magical experience! There is SO much to be impressed with - the puppetry, the art work, the music, the technology, the liveness... the list goes on! This show is great for families and kids but I also massively enjoyed this show and learnt a lot as 27-year-old and was moved to tears!
Robert W 29 days ago
This is brilliant and so clever. The whole audience was silent for the whole performance captivated. Three really talented people and this should stand above the majority
T Wade 29 days ago
A lovely, gentle little show that is going to grow into something huge. Hauntingly beautiful music, ingenious sets, and a universally relatable protagonist. Do not let this Fringe season pass without seeing this show about the passing of seasons.
James Hunt 30 days ago
Beautiful show. The most creative thing I saw at Fringe 2024. Amazing to see animation created live on stage. Captivating puppetry, music and videography all come together to deliver a lovely story with a message. Do see this!
Georgie 30 days ago
Stunningly beautiful and incredible to watch.
Julie Phillips 32 days ago
Brilliant show the children and adults were spellbound. The actors used puppetry, cameras projecting the action on screen and were very talented. Go and see this show if you have time it was wonderful.
Ashley 32 days ago
The skill of these performers and creators is incredible! Beautiful sets and puppets and it's magic seeing it all brought to life with fun, silly, meaningful, and profound moments. Highly recommend!
Paul 32 days ago
The first minute or so feels a little children's TV presenter, as the performers lock in any kids present. From that point onwards it's very much for all ages. A clever trio narrate, sing, play music, construct environments, light, film, frame, operate puppets and edit video in front of your eyes. Very sweet and quite captivating. Felt almost like watching great stop motion animation in real time.
EW 33 days ago
A heartwarming story with excellent puppetry, nifty camera work and great songs! The cast was able to make us see the world from the eyes of a tiny acorn and the perilous journey it has to undertake. 4/5.
Elizabeth Scott 34 days ago
Excellent show. Puppetry was amazing, songs beautiful. Very appropriate for children but the adult audience gave prolonged applause. All the stars.
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