Dregs
Emery Hunter / Bobby Bradley • Professional company
About the show
Dregs is a d/Deaf-led storytelling show from Emery Hunter and Bobby Bradley, performed at the Netherbow Theatre. A selkie stranded on land collides with a stranger completely out of his depth, and together they navigate a chaotic Saturday night in Glasgow to help her return to the water. The show blends narrative theatre with visual storytelling and is performed in BSL and spoken English simultaneously, challenging how we connect across languages and cultures. Originally commissioned for the Village Storytelling Festival in 2024.
Why see this show?
A folklore-rooted show told simultaneously in BSL and spoken English — an approach that feels genuinely new rather than accessible as an afterthought. Glasgow mythology with real invention behind it.
Thursday 31 July - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 13:30
13 performances
60 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£10 (8)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dregs about?
A selkie stranded on land and a stranger weave through a chaotic Saturday night in Glasgow as she tries to return to the water, with folklore and mythology at the heart of the story.
How is the show performed?
The show is performed simultaneously in BSL and spoken English, blending narrative theatre with visual storytelling.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What is the ticket price?
Tickets start from £10, with a concession price of £8.
What is the age guidance?
The show is recommended for ages 14 and over. Content warnings include strong language and implication (but not depiction) of sexual violence and coercive control.
Where does the show take place?
Dregs is performed at the Netherbow Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
About This Theatre Production
Dregs is a theatre performance at Netherbow Theatre 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: Netherbow Theatre
Netherbow Theatre 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: £10 - £16
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing Implication but not depiction of sexual violence and coercive control.
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.Dregs represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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