21 New Messages
Theatre
Experimental
Immersive

21 New Messages

Spark Plug Theatre Collective • Semi-professional company

25 minutes•Upper Theatre (Thrust)
In this intimate piece, a woman returns to her mother’s home to pack and clean – and discovers a trove of unheard messages on an old telephone answering machine. In a unique twist, it's audience members who read the messages aloud, becoming storytellers to the actor onstage. As the messages "play," they reveal glimpses of the woman and her mother’s life and their complicated bond, and the woman is forced to confront her own patterns and choices. A poignant exploration of generational echoes and emotional inheritance, the show premiered at Portland’s Fertile Ground Festival in April 2025.
Event Details

Saturday 2 - Wednesday 6 August 2025

All performances at 09:25

5 performances

25 minutes

Upper Theatre (Thrust)

Niddry Street

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£6 (5)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for 21 New Messages?

Tickets for 21 New Messages are £6 (5). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is 21 New Messages being performed?

21 New Messages is being performed at Upper Theatre (Thrust), located at Niddry Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is 21 New Messages?

The performance runs for approximately 25 minutes.

How do I book tickets for 21 New Messages?

You can book tickets for 21 New Messages through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is 21 New Messages showing?

21 New Messages runs from 2 August 2025 to 2 August 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is 21 New Messages about?

21 New Messages is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Theatre Production

21 New Messages is a theatre performance at Upper Theatre (Thrust) during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 25 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Upper Theatre (Thrust)

Upper Theatre (Thrust) is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

Tips for Attending

  • •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
  • •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
  • •Latecomers may not be admitted
  • •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £6

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.21 New Messages represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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