8-bit Dream

8-bit Dream

Square Pegs – Macready Theatre Young Actors’ CompanyStudent/Youth company

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45 minutesstudio
Eight teenagers take you back in time to an analogue age when telephones had wires and television was not so demanding. Square Pegs return with a brand-new, life-imitating-art play about growing up, which asks lots of questions about what it means to be human, but offers absolutely no answers whatsoever. Join Macready Theatre’s Offie-nominated Young Actors for 45 minutes of absurdist, fast-paced, fun-filled storytelling, to share time-travelling tales of nostalgia and a yearning for meaning when all seems fake. ‘A short spectacular showcase’ ***** (TheMumble.uk). ‘Another joyous bag of wild imagination, comedy and physicality’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com).

About the show

8-bit Dream is a new play from Square Pegs — Macready Theatre Young Actors' Company, a student and youth company performing at the studio venue. Eight teenagers take the audience back to an analogue age when telephones had wires and television was less demanding. The absurdist, fast-paced piece asks questions about what it means to be human but offers no answers. It blends nostalgia and a yearning for meaning with comedy and physicality. Running 45 minutes, tickets start at £8 and the show is for ages 12 and over.

Why see this show?

Eight young performers deliver 45 minutes of absurdist, fast-paced storytelling about growing up in a world that feels increasingly fake. Honest and playful new writing, suitable for ages 12 and over.

Tickets

£8 (4)

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When

Friday 1 - Sunday 10 August 2025

All performances at 12:20

10 performances

Duration

45 mins

Cast

5 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
studio

Roman Eagle Lodge, 2 Johnston Terrace

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

8-bit Dream runs for 45 minutes.

What is the ticket price?

Tickets start from £8.

What age is it suitable for?

The show is for audiences aged 12 and over.

Where is it performed?

At the studio venue as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Who performs?

Square Pegs — Macready Theatre Young Actors' Company, a student and youth company featuring eight teenagers.

What kind of show is it?

It is an absurdist, fast-paced contemporary new writing piece about growing up, nostalgia and the search for meaning.

About This Theatre Production

8-bit Dream is a theatre performance at studio during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 45 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: studio

studio 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: £8 - £12

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: None

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

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.8-bit Dream represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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