About DARKFIELD
COMA is an immersive audio experience by DARKFIELD, performed in complete darkness at the Darkfield COMA venue at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Audiences lie on a bunk bed inside a shipping container with headphones on and lights out. The 360-degree sound invites participants to slip into a shared dream on the edge of consciousness — described as the most surrender-driven of the DARKFIELD shows. The show runs for 30 minutes and carries an age guidance of 14+. It takes place in complete darkness and contains themes of coma, medical themes and death.
Why see this show?
Utterly unlike anything else at the Fringe. DARKFIELD's COMA strips theatre back to sound and darkness, asking audiences to genuinely let go — a thirty-minute experience that is strange, intimate and hard to describe to anyone who hasn't tried it.
£12
Wednesday 5 - Monday 31 August 2026
Weekdays at 12:15 & 12:45 & 13:15 & 13:45 & 14:15 & 14:45 & 15:15 & 15:45 & 16:15 & 16:45 & 17:15 & 17:45 & 18:15 & 18:45 & 19:15 & 19:45 & 20:15 & 20:45 & 21:15 & 21:45 & 22:15, Weekends at 12:15 & 12:45 & 13:15 & 13:45 & 14:15 & 14:45 & 15:15 & 15:45 & 16:15 & 16:45 & 17:15 & 17:45 & 18:15 & 18:45 & 19:15 & 19:45 & 20:15 & 20:45 & 21:15 & 21:45 & 22:15
504 performances
30 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 30 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
The age guidance is 14+.
Are there any content warnings?
The show takes place in complete darkness. It contains themes of coma, medical themes and death. It is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic, suffer from PTSD or hallucinations, or are scared of the dark.
What is the format?
Audiences lie on a bunk bed inside a shipping container with headphones on. The lights go out and a 360-degree soundscape plays.
Where is it on?
The show is at the Darkfield COMA venue as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are £12. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
About This Theatre Production
COMA is a theatre performance at Darkfield COMA during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 30 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: Darkfield COMA
Darkfield COMA 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: £12 - £15
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, More information Takes place in complete darkness. If you are claustrophobic, suffer from PTSD/hallucinations or are scared of the dark, this show may not suit you. COMA contains themes of loss of bodily autonomy, medical procedures, comas and death.
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.COMA represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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