The Provocateurs: Deconstructing Brains / 999 WTF
The Provocateurs / The Stand Comedy Club • Semi-professional company
The Provocateurs: Deconstructing Brains / 999 WTF
By The Provocateurs / The Stand Comedy Club • Semi-professional company
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The Provocateurs: Deconstructing Brains / 999 WTF is a 60-minute spoken word event hosted by comedian Jay Lafferty, presented by The Provocateurs / The Stand Comedy Club at Stand 2, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. The event features two segments: Dr Rana Fetit from The University of Edinburgh, who is building human brains in the laboratory and asks whether they are alive; and linguist Professor Chris Cummins, also from The University of Edinburgh, who explores miscommunications that are a matter of life and death. Suitable for ages 14+; tickets are £12.
Why see this show?
Science meets comedy in this 60-minute double-bill: one researcher building actual human brains in the lab, another unpicking miscommunications that can cost lives. Jay Lafferty hosts, making it as entertaining as it is thought-provoking.
Saturday 2 August 2025
All performances at 11:25
60 minutes
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£12 (10)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Provocateurs?
It is a spoken word event hosted by comedian Jay Lafferty, featuring two talks from University of Edinburgh researchers on building human brains and life-or-death miscommunications.
How long is the event?
The event runs for 60 minutes.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are £12 (£10 concession).
What is the age guidance?
The event is suitable for ages 14 and over.
Where does it take place?
The event takes place at Stand 2 as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.
About This Performance
The Provocateurs: Deconstructing Brains / 999 WTF 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: Deconstructing Brains / 999 WTF represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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