Mrs Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library
Luna Stage, Richard Jordan Productions in association with Traverse Theatre • Professional company
Google Luna Stage, Richard Jordan Productions in association with Traverse TheatreMrs Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library
By Luna Stage, Richard Jordan Productions in association with Traverse Theatre • Professional company
Google Luna Stage, Richard Jordan Productions in association with Traverse TheatreAbout the show
Mrs Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library is a new play by Jenny Lyn Bader, presented by Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions in association with Traverse Theatre, performed at Traverse 2. Set in Berlin in 1933, the play follows the arrest of a philosophy graduate student by a young Gestapo officer; their interrogation will endanger them both. The play is inspired by the real-life arrest of Hannah Arendt and explores the struggle for human connection and moral imagination in dark times. It arrives direct from its Off-Broadway premiere. The show runs for 80 minutes. Tickets start at £20.50 and it is suitable for ages 12 and above.
Why see this show?
A timely and gripping new play drawn from a real historical event — the arrest of Hannah Arendt — that explores how people retain moral imagination under martial law. Direct from Off-Broadway, performed at the Traverse, this is serious new writing at its most urgent.
£20.50 (15.50)
Thursday 6 - Sunday 30 August 2026
Weekdays at 10:15 & 12:45 & 15:15 & 18:00 & 20:30, Weekends at 10:15 & 12:45 & 15:15 & 18:00 & 20:30
22 performances
80 mins
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the play about?
Set in Berlin in 1933, it follows a young Gestapo officer who arrests a philosophy graduate student; their interrogation endangers them both. The play is inspired by the real-life arrest of Hannah Arendt.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 80 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets start at £20.50, with a concession price of £15.50.
Where does it take place?
The show is at Traverse 2.
What is the age guidance?
The show is recommended for ages 12 and above.
Are there any content warnings?
Yes — the show contains loud noises, flashes of light, depictions of Gestapo interrogation and references to war and the Holocaust.
About This Theatre Production
Mrs Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library is a theatre performance at Traverse 2 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 80 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: Traverse 2
Traverse 2 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: £20.5 - £25.5
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: More information Contains loud noises, flashes of light, depictions of Gestapo interrogation and references to war/Holocaust.
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.Mrs Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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