Goodbye Dandelion
Maddie and Marcus Rice, Charlotte Pleasants and Underbelly • Professional company
Google Maddie and Marcus Rice, Charlotte Pleasants and UnderbellyGoodbye Dandelion
By Maddie and Marcus Rice, Charlotte Pleasants and Underbelly • Professional company
Google Maddie and Marcus Rice, Charlotte Pleasants and UnderbellyAbout Maddie and Marcus Rice, Charlotte Pleasants and Underbelly
Goodbye Dandelion is a new show from real-life siblings Maddie Rice (storytelling) and Marcus Rice (live piano), with Charlotte Pleasants and Underbelly. It follows the final years of an elderly character named Darcy through the eyes of an unlikely new friend across a fifty-year age gap. Blending live music with storytelling, it confronts death and the question of what stops us from really living. The show runs for 60 minutes at the Belly Dancer venue as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, for audiences aged 14 and over.
Why see this show?
A live piano-and-storytelling combination performed by actual siblings gives this exploration of friendship, age and death an uncommon warmth. Witty, honest and shaped around questions that genuinely matter.
£12
Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 16:10
25 performances
60 mins
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What type of show is it?
It is a storytelling and new writing theatre piece blending live piano with narrative performance.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 14 and over.
What is the ticket price?
Tickets are from £12. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
Are there content warnings?
Yes — the show involves audience participation, strong language, and contains conversations around death and assisted dying.
About This Theatre Production
Goodbye Dandelion is a theatre performance at Belly Dancer 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: Belly Dancer
Belly Dancer 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 - £15.5
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Strong language/swearing, More information Conversations around death and assisted dying
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.Goodbye Dandelion represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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