A Poem and a Mistake
Making Strange in association with Fringe Management • Professional company
Google Making Strange in association with Fringe ManagementA Poem and a Mistake
By Making Strange in association with Fringe Management • Professional company
Google Making Strange in association with Fringe ManagementAbout the show
A Poem and a Mistake is a solo show performed by actor Sarah Baskin in which a grad student's confrontation with her professor over the fifty sexual assaults in Ovid's Metamorphoses sparks a magical yet terrifying transformation. Through seventeen characters and 120 transformations, Baskin morphs into gods, goddesses, boyfriends, girlfriends, tricksters and fiends in a whiplash comedy-drama. The show explores gender, sexuality and desire, cutting to the duality in all of us: aggressor and victim, teacher and student, god and mortal.
Why see this show?
A virtuoso solo performance that tears through seventeen characters and 120 transformations to explore something genuinely difficult about power, desire and classical literature. Confrontational, funny and hard to forget.
£9
Thursday 31 July - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 12:40
23 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the show about?
A grad student's confrontation with her professor over the fifty sexual assaults in Ovid's Metamorphoses sparks a transformation, explored through seventeen characters and 120 transformations in a comedy-drama about gender, sexuality and desire.
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is the show performed?
At the Drawing Room as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Is there an age requirement?
The show is recommended for ages 16 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £9.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of a sexual nature, scenes of sexual violence and strong language/swearing.
About This Theatre Production
A Poem and a Mistake is a theatre performance at Drawing Room during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 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: Drawing Room
Drawing Room 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: £9 - £13.5
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Strong language/swearing
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.A Poem and a Mistake represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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