Trainspotting Live
Theatre (immersive, drama)
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Venue 150Venue150 at EICC - The Tunnel
- 20:15
- Aug 26
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: King's Head and In Your Face presented by James Seabright
- Warnings and additional info: Strictly no readmittance. Strong language, nudity, sexual & drug references, needles, trauma inc domestic violence & lots of mess. May induce claustrophobia. General admission seats are padded benches. Traditional seats are individual chairs with backs.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Acclaimed immersive adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s classic, staged in a unique tunnel beneath Edinburgh’s streets. The audience are literally part of the action, including the notorious ‘worst toilet in Scotland’ scene. Direct from a global tour, this is a ticket to ride you won’t soon forget. Back after four sold-out Fringe seasons, so book early! Choose life. ‘A big fat hit!’ (NME). ‘Best way to experience Trainspotting. I was shocked and I wrote the f*cking thing!’ (Irvine Welsh). ‘Must see for fans of the novel and film’ **** (Telegraph). ‘Will get you laughing and screaming’ (Time Out).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: Flat floored access from front door across foyer to lift. flat floored route from lift to end of corridor. Eight steps up to entrance to tunnel. Ramp in to tunnel.
- Stairs: 6 - 10
Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible
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.
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- 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
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- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Amy Jordan 50 days ago
Brilliant. I really wasn't sure what to expect. "Immersive" doesn't cut it. I loved this from start to finish. Really hits hard at the rawness and reality of the themes in the book. Funny and gripping all the way through. Amazing. Please go and see.
Abbie 51 days ago
*****
Absolutely brilliant. I was completely invested in the show and actors were fantastic
James 53 days ago
I go every year, this year I went twice, you just have to - it's quintessential Fringe, it's perfect Scotland, it's the reason you're here, just go
Jambo 54 days ago
This is the real Fringe. Stop going to see posh kids doing stand-up or Improv and go and see this for a real immersive experience.
Steve Meiklejohn 56 days ago
Brilliant! Not for the faint hearted, it is a very much live show! One tip if you pay the extra for the “traditional seating” make sure to ask the cast when you enter where to sit as it was a bit unclear, and dark and stroby when we entered!
Karen 63 days ago
Blown away by the fabulous acting, laughs, pathos and 'oh my God' moments in this pacy, immersive performance. One of the most powerful pieces of drama I've seen for a long time. Teenagers (16 and 18) vowed never to touch drugs after this hard-hitting drama. Brilliant stuff. GO and SEE IT!!
hazel 64 days ago
Fantastic must see
Greg 70 days ago
It’s a riot. 90s beats and audience interaction.
If you’re after some of the nuance of the book it might not be your thing, eg when Renton shoots up first at the end of the baby scene. Focus mostly on Renton (superb) and Tommy, with Spud and Second Prize missing and Begbie, sadly seeming superfluous plot wise.
However, overall, a great craic mainly fae the comedy and dance.
Neil Curran 73 days ago
Trainspotting Live.....what an amazing show! Would definitely put it in the top 3 of the things I've seen in the festival over the years, and I've seen lots of shows! A brilliant set of actors (they deservedly got an ovation at the end of the show), and a really clever interpretation of the film. It was hilarious, disgusting and heart wrenching in equal measures, but that's what made it so brilliant. I would go again! Highly recommended!
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The Wee Review 51 days ago
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The Student Newspaper 51 days ago
Edinburgh Festivals Magazine 60 days ago
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