Joe Hill: The Man Who Never Died

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Theatre (music, solo show)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
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  • 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.

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: Entrance to courtyard is via ramp from Lauriston Street. Accessible toilet off ground floor theatre foyer, accessed from Lauriston Street.

    • Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp, Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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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.

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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!

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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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All Edinburgh Theatre (4/5 stars) 12 days ago

Inspiring

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The British Theatre Guide (3/5 stars) 34 days ago

It is a thoughtful event with some very enjoyable moments (particularly "Rebel Girl").

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