EIFF: Fires Of The Moon

EIFF: Fires Of The Moon

Christopher ForsterProfessional company

85 minutesScreen 3
This gorgeous black-and-white film is an adaptation of a Welsh language opera with music by renowned composer Gareth Glyn. A unique blend of theatre and cinema, this is a rich and beautifully performed exploration of the troubled creative mind. Unclassified: 15+

About Christopher Forster

EIFF: Fires of the Moon is an 85-minute film screening at Screen 3, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. Directed by Christopher Forster, this black-and-white film is an adaptation of a Welsh language opera with music by composer Gareth Glyn. Described as a unique blend of theatre and cinema, the film offers a rich exploration of the troubled creative mind. It carries an Unclassified: 15+ certificate. Content warnings include death and dying, domestic abuse, mental illness, and scenes of sexual violence. Tickets are £12.

Why see this show?

A genuinely unusual proposition — a black-and-white film adapting a Welsh language opera, blending theatre and cinema to explore creativity and its pressures. For those willing to meet its content warnings, this is a distinctive and beautifully performed work.

Event Details

Wednesday 20 August 2025

All performances at 21:30

85 minutes

Screen 3

88 Lothian Road

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the film?

The film runs for 85 minutes.

What is the age guidance?

The film is listed as 16+ on the Fringe programme and carries an Unclassified: 15+ certificate.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are £12, with a concession price of £10.

Where is the film screened?

The film is screened at Screen 3.

What are the content warnings?

The film contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of sexual violence, and content warnings for death and dying, domestic abuse, and mental illness.

What language is the opera in?

The opera is in Welsh — this is a black-and-white film adaptation with music by Gareth Glyn.

About This Performance

EIFF: Fires Of The Moon is a events performance at Screen 3 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 85 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: Screen 3

Screen 3 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 £12

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of sexual violence, More information Content warnings: Death and dying, domestic abuse, mental illness

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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.EIFF: Fires Of The Moon represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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