Awaiting Evaluation

Awaiting Evaluation

Berenson and Grech ProductionsProfessional company

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60 minutesThistle Theatre
Faced with limitless opportunity, the start of the rest of your life ahead, with endless questions that have no right answer. What else is there to do but take solace in the outrageous company of a meaningful companion? A high school administrative office, rules, routine, superiors and peers. In this world, Sid and Ali are left to their adolescent quandaries of identity, purpose and affection, turning in a perpetual limbo, waiting in vain for the principal's arrival. Always on the move but never quite moving on, Sid and Ali continuously spin in place.

About the show

Awaiting Evaluation is an absurdist comedy by Berenson and Grech Productions, set in a high school administrative office where two students, Sid and Ali, wait endlessly for a principal who never arrives. The 60-minute show explores adolescent questions of identity, purpose and affection, with the pair caught in a perpetual limbo — always on the move but never quite moving on. Performed at Thistle Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the piece blends comedy with a Beckett-tinged sense of suspended time.

Why see this show?

For anyone who has ever been stuck waiting for something that never quite arrives, Sid and Ali's spinning limbo will ring true. It is a fresh, comedic take on adolescent identity — absurdist in spirit, grounded in the quiet anxiety of not knowing what comes next.

Tickets

£8 (4.50)

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When

Friday 7 - Saturday 29 August 2026

All performances at 11:25

21 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

5 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
Thistle Theatre

322 Lawnmarket

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

What age is this show suitable for?

The show is suitable for ages 14 and above.

Are there content warnings?

Yes. The show contains minor coarse language and allusions to self-harm.

What kind of show is it?

It is an absurdist comedy set in a high school administrative office, following two students caught in a state of perpetual waiting.

Where is it performed?

The show takes place at Thistle Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What are the ticket prices?

Tickets start from £8, with a concession rate of £4.50. See the booking link on this page for current availability.

About This Theatre Production

Awaiting Evaluation is a theatre performance at Thistle Theatre 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: Thistle Theatre

Thistle 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: £8 - £16

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: More information Minor coarse language, allusions to self-harm

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.Awaiting Evaluation represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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