Aufguss x The Waves
Sauna Sessions Arts Club • Professional company
About the show
Aufguss x The Waves is a 90-minute immersive theatre and dance show at Sauna Theatre, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, presented by Sauna Sessions Arts Club. The show reimagines Virginia Woolf's masterpiece The Waves inside a real sauna, combining dance, heat, scent, sound and light. Actors perform alongside an Aufguss — a sauna ritual in which steam and scent are circulated through towel-waving choreography. Audience members must wear swimwear. Running 90 minutes, suitable for ages 14 and over, tickets are £25.
Why see this show?
Theatre unlike anything else at the Fringe — Woolf's language infused into warm steam, sound and movement in a real sauna space. An immersive and genuinely physical experience that asks you to feel the performance as much as watch it.
Thursday 6 - Monday 31 August 2026
All performances at 15:00
24 performances
90 minutes
12 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£25 (21.50)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Aufguss x The Waves?
The show runs for 90 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Sauna Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £25.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 14 and over.
What should I wear?
All audience members are required to wear swimwear, as the show takes place in a sauna.
What type of show is this?
It is an immersive theatre and dance show combining Aufguss sauna ritual with a reimagining of Virginia Woolf's The Waves.
About This Theatre Production
Aufguss x The Waves is a theatre performance at Sauna Theatre during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 90 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: Sauna Theatre
Sauna Theatre 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: From £25
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: More information This show takes place in a sauna and requires all audience members to wear swimwear.
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.Aufguss x The Waves represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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