Deiseil: Dancing in Time
Performers: Alison Carlyle and Amy Geddes / Director: Gerry Mulgrew • Professional company
Deiseil: Dancing in Time
By Performers: Alison Carlyle and Amy Geddes / Director: Gerry Mulgrew • Professional company
Book NowAbout the show
Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a 55-minute immersive theatre work from professional company Alison Carlyle and Amy Geddes, directed by Gerry Mulgrew, performed at theSpace @ Venue 45 during Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. The show explores how stepdance — Scotland's percussive dance — was lost and how its revival became woven into a lifelong friendship, told through fiddle, feet, Gaelic song and story. Deiseil means ready in Scottish Gaelic. The performance weaves together culture, identity and connection across centuries of tradition. Tickets are £14 (concession £11). Age guidance: 0+. No content warnings.
Why see this show?
A mesmerising piece that uses fiddle, feet and Gaelic song to explore centuries of Scottish stepdance tradition through the lens of friendship and revival. Accessible from birth and free of content warnings — rare at the Fringe.
Friday 8 - Saturday 16 August 2025
All performances at 17:10
8 performances
55 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£14 (11)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 55 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £14, with a concession price of £11.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for all ages, including very young children (0+).
Where is the show performed?
The show takes place at theSpace @ Venue 45.
What does 'Deiseil' mean?
Deiseil means ready in Scottish Gaelic.
What performance styles feature in the show?
The show features stepdance, fiddle, Gaelic song and storytelling, performed by dancer Alison Carlyle and musician Amy Geddes, directed by Gerry Mulgrew.
About This Theatre Production
Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a theatre performance at theSpace @ Venue 45 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 55 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: theSpace @ Venue 45
theSpace @ Venue 45 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 £14
Age Guidance: 0+
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.Deiseil: Dancing in Time represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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