Sacred Arts Festival Film at St Vincent's Chapel – Charlie Chaplin’s The Pilgrim
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Sacred Arts Festival Film at St Vincent's Chapel – Charlie Chaplin’s The Pilgrim

Richard Kendall • Professional company

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60 minutes•The Undercroft
In this brilliant but little-known silent film from 1923, Charlie Chaplin plays an escaped convict who steals a minister's clothes. This disguise leads him into a series of misadventures when he has to keep playing the part of a parson, including conducting a wedding and improvising a sermon. The screening of this unique film will be introduced by Richard Kendall.

About Richard Kendall

Sacred Arts Festival Film at St Vincent's Chapel – Charlie Chaplin's The Pilgrim is a 60-minute film screening at The Undercroft during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025, presented by Richard Kendall. The film is a little-known silent comedy from 1923 in which Charlie Chaplin plays an escaped convict who steals a minister's clothes. The disguise leads him into a series of misadventures, including conducting a wedding and improvising a sermon. The screening will be introduced by Richard Kendall. Suitable for ages 8 and above.

Why see this show?

One of Chaplin's lesser-known silent films from 1923, introduced by Richard Kendall and screened in the atmospheric setting of The Undercroft. A 60-minute comedy of disguise, weddings and improvised sermons — gently absurd and broadly accessible.

Tickets

£10

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When

Saturday 16 August 2025

All performances at 12:00

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
The Undercroft

St Vincent Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the screening?

The event runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it held?

At The Undercroft during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, it is suitable for ages 8 and above.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are £10.

What is the film?

It is Charlie Chaplin's The Pilgrim, a silent comedy from 1923 in which Chaplin plays an escaped convict who steals a minister's clothes and is drawn into misadventures including conducting a wedding and improvising a sermon.

Will there be an introduction?

Yes — Richard Kendall will introduce the screening.

About This Performance

Sacred Arts Festival Film at St Vincent's Chapel – Charlie Chaplin’s The Pilgrim is a events performance at The Undercroft 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.

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Venue: The Undercroft

The Undercroft 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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Ticket Prices: From £10

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings: None

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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.Sacred Arts Festival Film at St Vincent's Chapel – Charlie Chaplin’s The Pilgrim represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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