44 Minutes
Fringe Management LLC • Semi-professional company
About the show
44 Minutes is a new thriller play by Fringe Management LLC, presented at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Four strangers are trapped in a cage and forced to piece together what their captors want — only to discover they are subjects of a perverse psychological experiment requiring one of them to die so the others may live. The 60-minute play asks whose life is more valuable and why these four men were chosen. It features a cast including John Billingsley, Dorian Missick, Christopher Ryan and Matthew Petrick, and is a debut from a playwright trained at Iowa.
Why see this show?
A chamber thriller that strips the moral philosophy down to its most brutal form — four strangers, one cage, one death required. An intense 60-minute play with a strong ensemble cast and a genuinely unsettling premise.
Thursday 6 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 21:05
23 performances
60 minutes
4 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£9
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 44 Minutes?
A psychological thriller in which four strangers, trapped in a cage, discover they must choose one of their number to die so the others can live — interrogating whose life has value and why.
How long does the show run?
60 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 14 and over.
Are there content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes and strong language.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets start from £9.
Where does the show take place?
At the Front Room venue, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
About This Theatre Production
44 Minutes is a theatre performance at Front Room during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: Front Room
Front Room 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: £9 - £15
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
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.44 Minutes represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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