Salty Brine: HOW STRANGE IT IS (The Neutral Milk Hotel Show)
The Living Record Collection and Soho Theatre • Professional company
Google The Living Record Collection and Soho TheatreSalty Brine: HOW STRANGE IT IS (The Neutral Milk Hotel Show)
By The Living Record Collection and Soho Theatre • Professional company
Google The Living Record Collection and Soho TheatreAbout the show
The Living Record Collection and Soho Theatre present this genre-defying cabaret at The Dissection Room. The show fuses Neutral Milk Hotel's indie-rock album In the Aeroplane Over the Sea with Anne Frank's The Diary of a Young Girl, interweaving confessions from Salty's adolescent longings. Described as hilarious and devastating, the work brings together wit, spectacle and heart as sparks fly and the ghosts of the past return. The show runs for 90 minutes and carries age guidance of 14 and over.
Why see this show?
A show that dares to hold comedy and heartbreak in the same breath, weaving together an indie-rock album and a wartime diary with personal confession. Cabaret rarely reaches this far into the emotional range.
£10
Thursday 6 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 21:30
22 performances
90 mins
5 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 90 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At The Dissection Room.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 14 and over.
What does a ticket cost?
Tickets start from £10. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
Are there any content warnings?
Yes — the show contains audience participation, scenes of a sexual nature, and haze.
What kind of show is it?
A genre-defying cabaret with live music, blending theatre, storytelling and song.
About This Theatre Production
Salty Brine: HOW STRANGE IT IS (The Neutral Milk Hotel Show) is a theatre performance at The Dissection Room during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 90 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: The Dissection Room
The Dissection Room 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: 14+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Scenes of a sexual nature, More information Contains haze
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.Salty Brine: HOW STRANGE IT IS (The Neutral Milk Hotel Show) represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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