The Dreamer – Live

Cabaret and Variety (magic, comedy)

Venue 360
Underbelly’s Circus Hub on the Meadows - The Beauty
17:15
Aug 24
1 hour
Suitability: 12+ (Guideline)
Country: United Kingdom - England
Group: James Phelan
Warnings and additional info: Audience participation, Use of haze and pyrotechnic.

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

'Magic is in his bones. Disbelief, flabbergasted, stunned' ***** (Herald). It's time to believe in magic... Award-winning magician James Phelan, infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicting the lottery, returns with this ground-breaking new magic show. Touching on his parents' 12 year struggle with IVF, The Dreamer is a celebration of the impossible becoming possible. With magic unparalleled elsewhere at Fringe, this show will leave you aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief. 'One to watch in the world of magic' **** (The List)

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General venue access

Accessible entry: Access into the venue with a wheelchair can become restricted once the majority of the audience have been sat. Please turn up with ample time so you can be admitted first to ensure ease of access.

Wheelchair access type: Level Access

Stairs: Information not supplied

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info

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
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Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

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The Quinntessential Review (4/5 stars) 21 days ago

He does keep a few bobby-dazzlers up his sleeve to send the audience away happy and amazed.

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World Magic Review (5/5 stars) 22 days ago

The Dreamer is the place to be.

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The Real Chrisparkle (4/5 stars) 22 days ago

I just watched, agog, and in awe.

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CurlySue Blog (5/5 stars) 23 days ago

“an enchanting display of heartwarming and touching magic.”

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Edinburgh Live (5/5 stars) 23 days ago

There is a perfect balance of comedy, card and number tricks, which will stun the whole family.

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Scottish Field (4/5 stars) 25 days ago

An "awe-inspiring show"

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FringeReview 27 days ago

The Dreamer by James Phelan is a show about determination. It is a large-scale show that incorporates special effects, audience interaction, comedy, close-up magic and more. It is well-paced to keep the audience fully engaged

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