An Oak Tree

Theatre (new writing)

Venue 593
Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh - The Lyceum Studio
20:30
Aug 27
1 hour 10 minutes
Suitability: 14+ (Guideline)
Country: United Kingdom - England
Group: Francesca Moody Productions
Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes including themes of grief and child loss, strong language

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 are required to have a complimentary ticket
Policy applies to: Children under 1 year

Description

'When I say sleep, you’re free again'. A rare chance to see the play that shaped a theatre landscape. When it opened in 2005 Tim Crouch’s An Oak Tree changed the rules of the game, bringing into the centre of its action an actor who has neither seen nor read the play. In a performance of controlled virtuosity, the playwright guides that actor through a story of loss, suggestion and the power of the mind. No two shows the same. ‘Vividly celebrates the live, raw, communal experience of theatre’ (Financial Times). An audience experience like no other.

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General venue access

Accessible entry: Audience members can access the space via door to Grindlay Street followed by either lift or stairway access to the first floor where the Lyceum Studio is located.

Wheelchair access type: Building Lift

Stairs: Information not supplied

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

Signed performances

Dates: 17 August
Interpreter: TBC - Not Selected
Type: NotSelected
Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating requests in relation to the location of the interpeter.

Audio described performances

Dates: 25 August
Type: NotSelected
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.
More about this show: Listen to audio flyer

Relaxed performances

Dates: 15 August
Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team for more information or to discuss any accessibility requirements.

Character Introduction Details

Additional information: Information not supplied

Be aware that this show features:

Loud/repetitive/high pitched/unexpected or overlapping sound
Characters expressing anger
Show guide or synopsis or character list

Show does not feature:

Total Audience Black Out
Flashing Lights/Strobed Lighting
Distinctive smells
Special effects (e.g. smoke/bubbles/pyrotechnics)
Latex balloons
Heavily dialogue-driven scenes
Audience required to walk around
Audience required to undertake directed movement
Audience required to sing/speak along with/for performer
Audience invited on stage
Performer goes into audience area
An intermission
Audience chill out area
Permission to move around and make noise
Permission to engage with performer

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
Is a wheelchair user
Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

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The Crumb (5/5 stars) 38 days ago

An unforgettable experience that lingers long in the mind.

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All Edinburgh Theatre (5/5 stars) 47 days ago

A mesmeric exploration of belief, loss and imagination as well as an ingeniously conceived experience, Tim Crouch’s An Oak Tree is a stunning piece of theatre.

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