The Art of Not Letting Go
Spoken Word
Poetry
Comedy

The Art of Not Letting Go

Richard Thomson / Free Festival • Amateur Company

60 minutes•Games Room
The Art of Not Letting Go is a comedy poetry show performed by Richard Thomson, a man deep into his fifth decade, taking in everything from his first kiss to his first child, to the inexplicable meanders that led him to roam the aisles of Lidl seeking salvation. There are poems about lost chances, lost love and lost partners (in IKEA). Described by Spork Spoken Word as 'Fabulously uplifting, warm, joyous and very funny', Richard is a multiple poetry slam champion who has headlined poetry events across the south west of England.
Event Details

Monday 24 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 14:00

7 performances

60 minutes

Games Room

14 Drummond Street

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

Free

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for The Art of Not Letting Go?

The Art of Not Letting Go is a free event! No tickets required.

Where is The Art of Not Letting Go being performed?

The Art of Not Letting Go is being performed at Games Room, located at 14 Drummond Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is The Art of Not Letting Go?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The Art of Not Letting Go?

You can book tickets for The Art of Not Letting Go through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is The Art of Not Letting Go showing?

The Art of Not Letting Go runs from 24 August 2026 to 24 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The Art of Not Letting Go about?

The Art of Not Letting Go is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Performance

The Art of Not Letting Go is a spoken word performance at Games Room 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.

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Venue: Games Room

Games 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.

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Ticket Prices: From £null

Age Guidance: 18+

Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing

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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.The Art of Not Letting Go represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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