One Hundred Voices
National Theatre of Scotland • Professional company
About the show
One Hundred Voices is a free, interactive, audio-guided installation by the National Theatre of Scotland, celebrating one hundred testimonies gathered through the Caring Scotland project. Audiences journey through a series of spaces where fragments of story unfold across sound, light and space, drawn from the lives of Scotland's Care Experienced community. The fifty-minute experience is a walking installation that brings creative recognition and celebration to lived experience within the care system.
Why see this show?
Rooted in real testimonies and built to be walked through rather than watched, this free installation from the National Theatre of Scotland offers an intimate encounter with one hundred stories of resilience and imagination. It is genuinely rare and open to all aged 14 and over.
Wednesday 12 - Friday 28 August 2026
Weekdays at 10:20 & 10:30 & 10:40 & 10:50 & 11:00 & 11:10 & 11:20 & 11:30 & 11:40 & 11:50 & 12:00 & 12:10 & 12:20 & 12:30 & 12:40 & 12:50 & 13:00 & 13:10 & 13:20 & 13:30 & 13:40 & 13:50 & 14:00 & 14:10 & 14:20 & 14:30 & 14:40 & 14:50 & 15:00 & 15:10 & 15:20 & 15:30 & 15:40 & 15:50 & 16:00 & 16:10 & 16:20 & 16:30 & 16:40 & 16:50 & 17:00 & 17:10 & 17:20 & 17:30 & 17:40 & 17:50 & 18:00 & 18:10 & 18:20, Weekends at 10:20 & 10:30 & 10:40 & 10:50 & 11:00 & 11:10 & 11:20 & 11:30 & 11:40 & 11:50 & 12:00 & 12:10 & 12:20 & 12:30 & 12:40 & 12:50 & 13:00 & 13:10 & 13:20 & 13:30 & 13:40 & 13:50 & 14:00 & 14:10 & 14:20 & 14:30 & 14:40 & 14:50 & 15:00 & 15:10 & 15:20
461 performances
50 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the installation?
The experience runs for 50 minutes.
Where does it take place?
One Hundred Voices is presented in the Main Hall as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The installation is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.
How much does it cost?
This is a free event.
What content warnings apply?
Audiences will be standing throughout and required to walk or move around. The work contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, and may include references to sexual, physical and emotional harm, mental health and suicidal ideation.
What is the show based on?
It is based on one hundred testimonies recorded through the Caring Scotland project, drawing from the lives of Scotland's Care Experienced community.
About This Theatre Production
One Hundred Voices is a theatre performance at Main Hall 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: Main Hall
Main Hall 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 £null
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Audience will be standing throughout, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance, More information Content advice: may contain references to sexual, physical and emotional harm as well as mental health and suicidal ideation.
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.One Hundred Voices represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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