The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot
Spoken Word

The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot

The Provocateurs / The Stand Comedy Club • Semi-professional company

60 minutes•Stand 2
Hosted by comedian Sarah-Jane Judge. Professor Yvonne Kuipers (Edinburgh Napier University) asks why women giving birth are shown so little compassion, surrounded by strangers and treated like they're on a conveyor belt in a baby factory. Edinburgh Napier University researchers introduce Euclid the cantankerous robot with strong views on AI.
Event Details

Friday 22 August 2025

All performances at 11:25

60 minutes

Stand 2

16 North St Andrew Street

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3 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot?

Tickets for The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot are £12 (10). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot being performed?

The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot is being performed at Stand 2, located at 16 North St Andrew Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot?

You can book tickets for The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot showing?

The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot runs from 22 August 2025 to 22 August 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot about?

The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Performance

The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot is a spoken word performance at Stand 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.

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Venue: Stand 2

Stand 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.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £12

Age Guidance: 14+

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.The Provocateurs: Compassion During Birth / A Grumpy Robot represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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