People We Bury Alive
Theatre
Dark Comedy
New writing

People We Bury Alive

Passing Stranger Theatre Company • Professional company

Google Passing Stranger Theatre Company
60 minutes•Playground 3
Rita is an immigrant. She works at a mortuary and runs a support forum for people who have been buried alive. But can she practice what she preaches? Because the thing is, she just buried her ex alive. A dark comedy one woman show about grief, love and loss. The choices we make, the decisions made for us and the prices we all pay as a consequence. It won't kill you to get a ticket – we promise!

About the show

Passing Stranger Theatre Company presents this dark comedy one-woman show at Playground 3. Rita is an immigrant who works at a mortuary and runs a support forum for people who have been buried alive — but she has just buried her ex alive. The show explores grief, love and loss, and the choices we make alongside the decisions made for us, and the prices paid as a consequence. It runs for 60 minutes and is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over. The show contains distressing themes, scenes of a sexual nature and strong language.

Why see this show?

A dark comedy one-woman show with a premise that's genuinely unlike anything else at the Fringe — a mortuary worker who buries her ex alive. Sixty minutes of new writing about grief and consequence, from £10 at Playground 3.

Tickets

£10

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When

Friday 1 - Sunday 24 August 2025

All performances at 18:25

21 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Playground 3

High School Yards

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At Playground 3, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What does a ticket cost?

Tickets start from £10.

Is there an age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 14 and over.

Are there content warnings?

Yes — the show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of a sexual nature and strong language/swearing.

What kind of show is it?

It is a dark comedy one-woman show about grief, love and loss, following Rita — an immigrant who works at a mortuary and has just buried her ex alive.

About This Theatre Production

People We Bury Alive is a theatre performance at Playground 3 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 3

Playground 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.

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: 14+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing

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.People We Bury Alive represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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