Bread and Circuses
Comedy
Clown
Physical theatre

Bread and Circuses

Seamus Lavan • Semi-professional company

60 minutes•Clover
Bread and Circuses is Julius Caesar's long-lost TED talk on leadership mindset. Expect jokes, stunts and laurel-wreathed stupidity as you learn to grind, orate and dominate. Seamus Lavan has been to Hades and back – and French theatre school and back – to bring you this hilaritymaxxed hour of absurdity. There was once a fascist-coded fever dream that was Rome, one that still inspires the look books and playbooks of our present-day not-so-great dictators. 50% clown show, 50% character comedy and 150% life-affirming idiocy – come for the skimpy toga, stay for the stoic wisdom.
Event Details

Wednesday 5 - Monday 31 August 2026

All performances at 12:55

26 performances

60 minutes

Clover

Teviot Place

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£8.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Bread and Circuses?

Tickets for Bread and Circuses are £8.50. You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Bread and Circuses being performed?

Bread and Circuses is being performed at Clover, located at Teviot Place. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Bread and Circuses?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Bread and Circuses?

You can book tickets for Bread and Circuses through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is Bread and Circuses showing?

Bread and Circuses runs from 5 August 2026 to 5 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Bread and Circuses about?

Bread and Circuses is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Comedy Show

Bread and Circuses is a comedy performance at Clover 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.

Expect an evening of laughter with professional comedians delivering their best material. Most comedy shows at Edinburgh run for 50-60 minutes, perfect for fitting multiple shows into your day.

Venue: Clover

Clover 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

  • •Arrive 10-15 minutes early for the best seats
  • •Front row seats may involve audience interaction
  • •Check content warnings for adult material
  • •Many venues have a bar for pre-show drinks

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: £8.5 - £12.5

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence

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.Bread and Circuses represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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