Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen
Spoken Word
Historical
Horror

Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen

Andrew Johnston • Professional company

50 minutes•Pickle Studio
Everyone knows William Burke and William Hare. The world's most notorious grave robbers – who never robbed a grave. Sinister serial killers, decades before Jack the Ripper. Iconic characters in Scotland's great story – yet Irish born and bred. Belfast horror and true crime tour guide Andrew Johnston of Alternative Ulstours reclaims the two Willies for the north of Ireland in this informative and entertaining retelling of the bloody bonkers tale of history's most misunderstood murderers. Come back to late 1820s Edinburgh, when no body was safe from Burke and Hare!
Event Details

Monday 11 - Saturday 23 August 2025

All performances at 11:25

12 performances

50 minutes

Pickle Studio

322 Lawnmarket

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£10 (9)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen?

Tickets for Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen are £10 (9). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen being performed?

Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen is being performed at Pickle Studio, located at 322 Lawnmarket. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen?

The performance runs for approximately 50 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen?

You can book tickets for Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen showing?

Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen runs from 11 August 2025 to 11 August 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen about?

Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen 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 Performance

Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen is a spoken word performance at Pickle Studio during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 50 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Pickle Studio

Pickle 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.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £10

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: 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.Burke and Hare: Body Snatchers, Serial Killers, Ulstermen represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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