GENDAI

GENDAI

GENDAI/UMIBOZE/AKIRA – n o s productor co ltdSemi-professional company

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15 minutesTemple
A Japanese laser show combining custom-made paper costumes, expressive body performance and original music featuring traditional Japanese instruments. Movements are sharp, precise and unpredictably playful – designed to surprise and engage. Laser light becomes a visual masterpiece: meticulously designed, immersive and breathtakingly beautiful. This performance invites audiences to feel, see and experience a world where energy flows through light, sound and movement. In a space where tradition and innovation meet, rhythm, texture and emotion – born from the body – carry the audience on an unexpected journey beyond the visual.

About the show

GENDAI is a Japanese laser show from GENDAI/UMIBOZE/AKIRA — n o s productor co ltd, combining custom-made paper costumes, expressive body performance and original music featuring traditional Japanese instruments. Movements are described as sharp, precise and unpredictably playful. The laser design is immersive and meticulously designed. The performance invites audiences into a space where tradition and innovation meet, with rhythm, texture and emotion carried through light, sound and movement. It runs for 15 minutes at the Temple venue and is suitable for ages 12 and over. Strobe lighting is used.

Why see this show?

A short, intense experience that fuses Japanese laser design, paper costumes and live physical performance — fifteen minutes of precision and surprise in the Temple venue.

Tickets

£15

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When

Friday 1 - Sunday 24 August 2025

Weekdays at 17:00 & 18:30 & 20:30 & 22:30 & 23:30, Weekends at 17:00 & 18:30 & 20:30 & 22:30

72 performances

Duration

15 mins

Cast

3 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Temple

5 Queen Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show last?

The show runs for 15 minutes.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 12 and over.

What does a ticket cost?

Tickets are £15.

Where does the show take place?

The show takes place at the Temple venue.

Are there any content warnings?

The show uses strobe lighting.

What kind of performance is this?

It is a Japanese laser show combining paper costumes, physical performance and original music featuring traditional Japanese instruments.

About This Theatre Production

GENDAI is a dance physical theatre and circus performance at Temple during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 15 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: Temple

Temple 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 £15

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Strobe lighting

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.GENDAI represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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