Good Grief

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Theatre (physical theatre, clown)

  • Venue 61
    Underbelly, Cowgate - Iron Belly
  • 15:40
  • Aug 18-28
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 14+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Ugly Bucket and Untapped Award Winner 2022
  • Warnings and additional info: Strobe lighting
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Winner of Underbelly, New Diorama and Methuen Drama’s hit-making Untapped Award 2022. A dying man’s last wish: for his friends to create a show about death. Will it be subtle? Will it be sophisticated? Probably not, but it’s his funeral. Literally. Multi award-winning physical comedy company Ugly Bucket process the death of a friend in the only way they know how – through a kinetic maelstrom of outrageous clowning, personal testimony and a thumping techno soundtrack. Ugly Bucket are thrilled to present this hilarious gut-punch of a show.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: There are 50 steps into this venue from the cowgate entrance.

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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Rory G 34 days ago

Really wonderful show. I was moved between tears, joy and gratitude by this thoughtful exploration of grief and loss; a subject not discussed enough. I would recommend this show to anyone. It has really left an impression

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Natalia Regalia-Affinito 44 days ago

A masterclass in clowning. Inventive and slick. One of my favorite theatre companies in the world.

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Isabelle Bonis 47 days ago

We enjoyed the show with my 13 years old grand daughter. I picked it for her, she can understand very little English, but she's practicing theater and was fascinated.

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moira 51 days ago

If you like physical theatre you'll love this. A great show in terms of acting, direction and design.

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SarahCooke 52 days ago

Wasn't sure about the concept of this show, but a friend persuaded me to come along and I'm so glad I did. Laughed and cried. Made me hopeful. As long as we have laughter we can deal with anything I think.

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Helen Bridge 52 days ago

Best thing I have ever seen! Hilarious and heartbreaking. A rollercoaster hour. Would recommend.

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Carol G. 52 days ago

Wow! completely blown away. So funny and moving - can't wait to go again and bring my sister

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Jack D 52 days ago

Wonderful! Really talented performers, and a gorgeous exploration of the topic - I really felt the love. Great fun, funny hour!

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JennyK 55 days ago

Perhaps this show is suitable for 20something, being a bit older I found the material and performance a tad childish and far too amature. ***

The venue is worth to visit, such a fascinating historical building.

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Edinburgh Guide (5/5 stars) 45 days ago

All aspects, from the design to the music and choreography make the production endlessly full of life.

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