Attila the Stockbroker

Name: Attila the Stockbroker
Start: 2026-08-10 16:30:00
End: 2026-08-10 17:30:00
Location: Back Cave

Attila the Stockbroker / PBH’s Free Fringe • Professional company

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60 minutes•Back Cave

Spoken Word

Satire

Music

Attila the Stockbroker

60 minutes•Back Cave

By Attila the Stockbroker / PBH’s Free Fringe • Professional company

Google Attila the Stockbroker / PBH’s Free Fringe

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Attila the Stockbroker performs poems from his new book Fiery Words for Hellish Times, most written in the last 12 months. The title says it all. Poems to make you laugh, cry, get angry and above all, think! As the news goes from awful to worse, Attila chronicles his times as he has done for the last four and a half decades. And for long-term fans he'll be performing a number of old favourites as well, changing the selection each day. The new book will be on sale at the shows, obviously!

About the show

Attila the Stockbroker is a spoken word and satire performance at the Back Cave venue during Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, presented as part of PBH's Free Fringe. The performer reads from a new book of poems titled Fiery Words for Hellish Times, most written in the last 12 months, offering pieces designed to make audiences laugh, cry, get angry and think. Long-term fans can also expect a selection of old favourites, with the selection changing each day. The show runs for 60 minutes and is suitable for audiences aged 18 and over.

Why see this show?

Political, funny and uncompromisingly itself — Attila the Stockbroker has been chronicling the times in verse for decades, and this show draws on both new and old material. The free entry makes it a no-risk highlight of any Fringe evening.

Tickets

Free

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When

Monday 10 - Sunday 23 August 2026

16:30, 13:30

9 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue

Back Cave

212 Cowgate

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

It is performed at the Back Cave as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 18 and over.

How much do tickets cost?

This event is free to attend.

Are there any content warnings?

No content warnings are listed for this show.

Does the programme change each performance?

Yes — old favourites are included alongside new work, with the selection changing each day.

About This Performance

Attila the Stockbroker is a spoken word performance at Back Cave 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 the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Back Cave

Back Cave 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 £null

Age Guidance: 18+

Content Warnings: None

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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.Attila the Stockbroker represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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