Joe Hill: The Man Who Never Died
Theatre (music, solo show)
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Venue 6C ARTS | C venues | C aurora - courtyard
- 14:30
- Aug 25
- 1 hour
- Country: United States
- Group: The Joe Hill Project with Joey Shaw (New York, USA)
- 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
‘American labour icon!? Ridiculous. I’m a wharf-rat Swede and a songster. Well, Utah heard enough of my ranting, framed me for murder, had me executed. But I made up my mind not to die, as the song goes…’ This new solo show from writer, composer, actor and musician Joseph Shaw inhabits the ghost of early 20th-century union activist and songwriter Joe Hill, immortalised in the protest song of the same name. Songs and readings from Hill’s letters offer glimpses of his fascinating life.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: Entrance to courtyard is via ramp from Lauriston Street. Accessible toilet off ground floor theatre foyer, accessed from Lauriston Street.
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp, Level Access
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How and when to make an access booking
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David Beasley 19 days ago
Excellent show. Joey has an amazing singing voice, plays guitar brilliantly, and sure knows how to craft a story.
Jen 20 days ago
This is a fascinating show about who early-20th-century union activist Joe Hill was, which combines songs (Joe's and others'), quotes from Joe's letters, and facts about him. We enjoyed learning a lot about who Joe Hill really was, from a charismatic performer.
It is outside in the courtyard - wrap up warm and grab a cup of tea before it starts!
lesley kelly 21 days ago
Loved this show, but it wasn't clear from the listing that it's actually outdoors! Fabulously talented performer, great songs, and a really interesting slice of labour history. But somebody get the poor man a marquee!
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