Make Your Mirror Be Me
Bad Dukes Theatre • Student/Youth company
About the show
Make Your Mirror Be Me is a new writing piece by Bad Dukes Theatre, a student and youth company, performed at Big Belly as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Written by Kirsty Housley, a Fringe First and Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust winner, the show follows a group of young people searching for answers after Kate goes missing during a festival that has seeped into their town. The piece fuses live music, mask work and ensemble storytelling to ask what community means when it is imposed, inherited or unknowable. It runs for 60 minutes and is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.
Why see this show?
A youth company performing new writing by an established Fringe playwright — that combination alone makes this worth watching. The blend of live music, masks and ensemble storytelling gives it an atmospheric quality that sets it apart from most new-writing entries.
Friday 7 - Sunday 16 August 2026
All performances at 12:30
10 performances
60 minutes
10 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£8.50
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What age is the show suitable for?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.
Who wrote the play?
The play was written by Kirsty Housley, a Fringe First and Samuel Beckett Theatre Trust winner.
What style of performance does it use?
The show fuses live music, mask work and ensemble storytelling.
Where is the show performed?
The show is performed at Big Belly as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
How much are tickets?
Tickets start at £8.50.
About This Theatre Production
Make Your Mirror Be Me is a theatre performance at Big Belly 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: Big Belly
Big Belly 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: £8.5 - £13.5
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.Make Your Mirror Be Me represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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