The Death & Life of All of Us
Theatre (new writing, contemporary)
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Venue 26Summerhall - Demonstration Room
- 11:30
- Aug 27
- 55 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Victor Esses
- Warnings and additional info: Strobe lighting, More information
- 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
Mixing documentary footage, storytelling, and live music, The Death & Life of All of Us is a funny and poignant exploration of family secrets, shame, and embracing our imperfections. At 19, Victor found his long-lost great-aunt Marcelle in Rome. She'd moved from Judaism to Christianity, Lebanon to Italy, changed her name and kept a life-long secret. He started making a documentary about her life. 20 years later, he still hasn’t completed it... Victor Esses returns to Summerhall after critically acclaimed Where to Belong: ‘A beautiful story spanning continents and generations’ ***** (AYoungerTheatre.com).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: Once in the courtyard, go behind the Royal Dick Pub, past Barney's Beer and Pickering's Gin; in the back courtyard on your right hand side is the Demonstration Room.
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Level Access
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 24 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.
How and when to make an access booking
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- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
fringe addict 51 days ago
Loved this show. Very personal, very cleverly sewn together, really meaningful for me and other audience members I spoke to in different ways. I am absessed with Marcelle!!! Love her, frustrated by her, never thought I'd get so emotionally involved in a character that only appears in film form during a play.
10 out of 10 would recommend.
Iain Broadway 52 days ago
Self indulgent and under rehearsed and difficult to make out the prerecorded dialogue. Sorry - Definitely one to miss.
Yous 53 days ago
My first 2023 fringe show and immediately off to a good start. This was emotional and heartwarming, but also really funny at times. A good reflection on identity and (family) history
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