A War of Two Halves

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Theatre (historical, drama)

  • Venue 547
    Tynecastle Park - Starting point 1874 Bar
  • Times vary. Click 'Dates, times and prices' to view the calendar
  • Aug 7-23, 26-27, 29
  • 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Suitability: 12+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
  • Group: This Is My Story Productions
  • Warnings and additional info: Involves walking, The show takes place in and around Tynecastle Park and involves around most of the stadium and up/down steps within the stands. There is an accessible route available for wheelchair users.
  • 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
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Description

The year is 1914. Edinburgh’s Heart of Midlothian Football Club have won 19 of 21 matches and stand on the brink of becoming Scottish league champions. In a remarkable show of comradeship and courage, 13 of their players volunteer to serve together in McCrae’s Battalion destined to fight in France. This is their story; an evocative and dramatic journey through Tynecastle Park led by the players/soldiers in a unique site-specific performance. Follow The Hearts from the football fields of Gorgie to the battlefields of the Somme. Sold-out shows in 2018 and 2019.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Information not supplied

    • Wheelchair access type: Wheelchair accessible (please contact the venue for more information)

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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

Leyné Johnston about 1 hour ago

This play is beautiful and emotive from the very first moments. I found myself desperately trying not to shed a tear as the actor who begins the show blew me away without saying a word. I could feel the emotion in his performance. The entire cast continued to perform a beautiful true story that you really have to see. Stunning.

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Dates, Times and Prices