exit strategy's How to Win a Gameshow
exit strategy • Professional company
About exit strategy
exit strategy's How to Win a Gameshow is an absurdist interactive theatre piece from exit strategy, a professional company, performed at theSpace @ Venue 45 during Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Graham has been the star contestant of a popular gameshow for either 4 or 327 days. Led by a series of violently charming hosts, Graham and the audience compete in a game nobody fully understands — the tasks are invasive, the stakes mysteriously high, and everyone becomes increasingly implicated. The show runs for 50 minutes and blurs the line between performer and audience.
Why see this show?
Unsettling, funny and genuinely hard to categorise — this is performance art and improv and ethics inquiry all at once. If you want a show that makes you think about who holds power and why, this is a sharp one.
Monday 17 - Saturday 22 August 2026
All performances at 21:10
6 performances
50 minutes
4 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£12 (8)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 50 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
This show is suitable for those aged 12 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £12, with a concession rate of £8.
Where does the show take place?
The show is performed at theSpace @ Venue 45, Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this show.
What type of show is this?
It is part performance art, part improv show, and part ethics inquiry — an interactive, absurdist piece in which the audience becomes complicit in the action.
About This Theatre Production
exit strategy's How to Win a Gameshow is a theatre performance at theSpace @ Venue 45 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 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: theSpace @ Venue 45
theSpace @ Venue 45 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: 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.exit strategy's How to Win a Gameshow represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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