HAM
Hotter Project, Speakerphone Productions and Soho Theatre • Professional company
Google Hotter Project, Speakerphone Productions and Soho TheatreHAM
By Hotter Project, Speakerphone Productions and Soho Theatre • Professional company
Google Hotter Project, Speakerphone Productions and Soho TheatreAbout the show
HAM is a 60-minute devised theatre piece from Hotter Project, Speakerphone Productions and Soho Theatre, performed at the Old Lab at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The show is an eco-inflected adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet, reframed as a battle between a grief-stricken vegan and a sausage-lover. The central character seeks revenge for the death of a pig, eventually deciding to wreak vengeance by putting on a play. It poses the question: to eat, or not to eat? Strictly for ages 18 and above, with multiple content warnings.
Why see this show?
A provocative, kinky mash-up of high tragedy and contemporary ecological anxiety — Hamlet filtered through meat, shame and dark comedy. Challenging content throughout, but for the right audience this is exactly the kind of boundary-pushing theatre the Fringe exists for.
£10
Thursday 6 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 19:30
23 performances
60 mins
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HAM about?
A grief-stricken vegan seeks revenge for the death of a pig by putting on a play. It is a retelling of Hamlet about meat, madness and the power of shame, framed as a battle between a vegan and a sausage-lover.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
The show takes place at Old Lab as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
This show is strictly for ages 18 and above.
What content warnings apply?
The show contains audience participation, distressing or potentially triggering themes, nudity, scenes of a sexual nature, scenes of violence, strobe lighting, strong language and swearing.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £10. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
About This Theatre Production
HAM is a theatre performance at Old Lab 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: Old Lab
Old Lab 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: 18+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing
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.HAM represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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