Daddy

Daddy

House of Oz and Joel Bray DanceProfessional company

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60 minutesMain Hall
Joel has Daddy issues. In a party of pick'n'mix participation, acclaimed Aboriginal choreographer, Joel Bray, hankers for his father and their lost mother tongue. Creating a candy-coloured world he folds and sifts his way amongst the audience, playfully seducing the room with a dollop of queer desire while prodding the deep cavities of colonisation. Heartbreaking and hilarious, Daddy is a provocative confection of conversation, choreography and (actual) cream. Joel soft-serves a sugar rush of spontaneous community where everyone is safe and licking is optional. 'Does performance art get more powerful and intimate?' ***** (Sydney Morning Herald).

About House of Oz and Joel Bray Dance

Daddy is an immersive physical theatre piece by Joel Bray, an Aboriginal choreographer, created with House of Oz and Joel Bray Dance. Joel hankers for his father and their lost mother tongue, creating a candy-coloured world in which he folds and sifts his way amongst the audience, exploring queer desire and the deep cavities of colonisation. Heartbreaking and hilarious, the show is a confection of conversation, choreography and cream. Audiences stand throughout and are required to move around during the performance.

Why see this show?

An immersive work that is genuinely hard to categorise — Aboriginal choreography, queer longing, colonisation and actual cream, all in one room. Audiences are part of the piece, not just witnesses to it.

Tickets

£10

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When

Thursday 6 - Monday 31 August 2026

All performances at 22:40

24 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
Main Hall

1 Summerhall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Daddy about?

Aboriginal choreographer Joel Bray creates a candy-coloured immersive world exploring his father, their lost mother tongue, queer desire and the deep cavities of colonisation through conversation, choreography and cream.

How long does the show run?

60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At the Main Hall as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What is the age guidance?

16+.

How much do tickets cost?

£10.

What should audiences know about the format?

Audiences will be standing throughout and are required to walk or move around during the performance. There is also audience participation, nudity, haze and flashing lights.

About This Theatre Production

Daddy is a theatre performance at Main Hall 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: Main Hall

Main Hall 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: £10 - £17

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Audience will be standing throughout, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance, Nudity, More information Haze. Flashing lights. Loud music.

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.Daddy represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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