Dan Bastianelli: Identity

Dan Bastianelli: Identity

Dan Bastianelli MagicianSemi-professional company

50 minutesTheatre 1
Following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2023 and 2024, Dan Bastianelli brings a brand-new magic experience which uses sleight-of-hand, personal stories and honest deception to help explore the simple question: How can you know anything when you don't even know yourself? 'Bastianelli is a very skilled performer' **** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'Dazzling' (Edinburgh Evening News).

About Dan Bastianelli Magician

Dan Bastianelli: Identity is a magic show performed by Dan Bastianelli Magician at Theatre 1 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Using sleight-of-hand, personal stories and honest deception, the show explores the question of how you can know anything when you don't even know yourself. Dan Bastianelli brings a brand-new magic experience to the Fringe, running 50 minutes. The show has an age guidance of 12 and over, includes audience participation, and tickets are priced at £12.

Why see this show?

Magic combined with genuinely personal storytelling and a philosophical question at its heart — Identity is not a standard illusions show. The 50-minute running time keeps things tight, and audience participation is central to how the deception unfolds.

Event Details

Friday 1 - Saturday 9 August 2025

All performances at 18:25

9 performances

50 minutes

Theatre 1

Nicolson Street

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 50 minutes.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for ages 12 and over.

Is there audience participation?

Yes, audience participation is part of the show.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £12, with a concession price also available. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.

Where does the show take place?

At Theatre 1.

What kind of show is it?

A magic show combining sleight-of-hand, personal stories and honest deception to explore questions of identity and self-knowledge.

About This Cabaret Show

Dan Bastianelli: Identity is a cabaret and variety performance at Theatre 1 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 variety entertainment with music, comedy, and sometimes burlesque. Cabaret shows create an intimate, glamorous atmosphere.

Venue: Theatre 1

Theatre 1 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

  • Dress up if you want to match the glamorous vibe
  • Table seating may be available - book early
  • Shows may include adult content
  • Tipping performers is often encouraged

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £12

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Audience participation

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.Dan Bastianelli: Identity represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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