Build a Fort
By Not Cricket Productions • Semi-professional company
Google Not Cricket ProductionsAbout the show
Build a Fort is a 60-minute interactive and immersive theatre experience at The Speakeasy, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, created by Not Cricket Productions. Audiences are invited to rediscover their inner child by joining fellow attendees in constructing a giant fort from furniture, blankets and fairy lights. Once built, everyone climbs inside for a cosy story time with tea, coffee and biscuits provided. The listing describes it as the perfect way to start a Fringe morning. Audience participation and movement around the space are required. Suitable for ages 12 and over.
Why see this show?
A genuinely different way to spend a Fringe morning — collaborative, low-pressure and ending with a warm drink and a story. Build a Fort is an antidote to the high-stakes atmosphere of larger shows, and all the better for it.
£12 (10)
Saturday 15 - Sunday 23 August 2026
All performances at 11:00
5 performances
60 mins
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Build a Fort?
The experience runs for 60 minutes.
Where does it take place?
At The Speakeasy as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 12 and over.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are £12 (concession £10).
Do I need to move around?
Yes — the listing notes that the audience is required to walk or move around during the performance. There is also audience participation.
Are refreshments provided?
Yes — tea, coffee and biscuits are provided as part of the experience.
About This Theatre Production
Build a Fort is a theatre performance at The Speakeasy 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: The Speakeasy
The Speakeasy 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 £12
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance
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.Build a Fort represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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