Drone

Drone

Independent Theatre Production MissAirProfessional company

Google Independent Theatre Production MissAir
60 minutesPleasance Two
Will machines take revenge on us? Featuring Alan Cox on Screen. Dimitry Melkin, playwright and director, unites storytelling, dance and neural network-driven visuals into a single, evolving score. Performed by rising star Gladstone Mahib, the piece follows a machine striving to rediscover the human image, offering a speculative yet incisive vision of the future. Language becomes soundscape, blending meaning, glitches, hypertext and layered quotations. Voices from Waters, Land, Catullus, Pushkin, Tennessee Williams, Philip Dick, Benjamin, Japanese poetry, ancient philosophy, the Bob and Alice bot dialogue, and the AlphaZero-Stockfish "immortal zugzwang", shape a contemporary cyberpunk lexicon.

About the show

Drone is a multimedia theatre piece performed at Pleasance Two at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, by Miss Air and Ventiquest. Writer and director Dmitry Melkin unites storytelling, dance and neural network-driven visuals into a single, evolving score. Performed by Gladstone Mahib, the piece follows a machine striving to rediscover the human image. Language becomes soundscape, blending meaning, glitches, hypertext and layered quotations. Voices from a range of literary, philosophical and cultural sources shape a contemporary cyberpunk lexicon, offering a speculative and incisive vision of the future.

Why see this show?

An ambitious, formally inventive piece that melds dance, neural visuals and layered text into something genuinely unlike most Fringe theatre. If you're curious about where art and technology meet, Drone repays your attention.

Tickets

£14 (13)

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When

Tuesday 18 - Monday 31 August 2026

All performances at 12:00

14 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
Pleasance Two

60 Pleasance

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Drone?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

What is the age guidance?

Drone is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.

Where is the show performed?

Drone is performed at Pleasance Two at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What are the ticket prices?

Tickets start from £14. See the booking link on this page for current availability.

Are there any content warnings?

No content warnings are listed for this show.

What kind of show is this?

Drone is a multimedia theatre show combining storytelling, dance and neural network-driven visuals.

About This Theatre Production

Drone is a theatre performance at Pleasance Two 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: Pleasance Two

Pleasance Two 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: £14 - £16

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: None

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

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