About Eleanor Shaw
Medium Dead is a 60-minute dark comedy and new writing theatre piece by Eleanor Shaw at Playground 2, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. Bennie writes suicide notes for a living, but her record of seeing people through to the bitter end is less than perfect. After a difficult meeting with HR (Death), she is assigned a challenge to keep her place: her impossible client is beloved chef and TV presenter Anthony Bourdain. Torn between her role and what she discovers, she faces a stark choice. The show contains references to suicide, self harm, child sexual abuse, drug abuse and violence. Suitable for ages 16+, tickets from £10.
Why see this show?
A darkly comic premise executed with genuine imagination — a ghostwriter for the dead forced to take on the most difficult case possible. For audiences who can handle the content warnings, this is ambitious new writing with strong central tension.
£10
Friday 1 - Saturday 23 August 2025
All performances at 16:50
20 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 16 and over.
How much are tickets?
Tickets start from £10.
Where is the show performed?
The show takes place at Playground 2.
What are the content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, strong language and swearing. It also contains references to suicide, self harm, child sexual abuse, drug abuse and violence.
What genre is the show?
The show is categorised as theatre in the genres of dark comedy and new writing.
About This Theatre Production
Medium Dead is a theatre performance at Playground 2 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: Playground 2
Playground 2 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 - £13
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information This show contains references to suicide, self harm, child sexual abuse, drug abuse and violence.
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.Medium Dead represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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