The Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me and the Tree

The Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me and the Tree

Jill KarlinAmateur Company

45 minutesTheatre 3
The Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me, and the Tree is a true funny, mystical, off-kilter soulful journey through love, loss and environmental defiance. When Jill Karlin falls for visionary architect Lee Porter Butler, an improbable romance ignites a daring mission: protecting trees and imagining Ekotecture, a new way for humanity to live on Earth. From handcuffing herself to a tree, to hurricanes, heartbreak and whispering wood nymphs, Jill blends storytelling, humour and poetry.

About Jill Karlin

The Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me and the Tree is a true-life spoken word storytelling show by Jill Karlin, performed at Theatre 3. It tells the story of Jill falling for visionary architect Lee Porter Butler, an improbable romance that ignites a daring mission to protect trees and imagine Ekotecture — a new way for humanity to live on Earth. The show weaves storytelling, humour and poetry through love, loss, hurricanes, heartbreak and whispering wood nymphs. It runs 45 minutes and is suitable for ages 8 and over.

Why see this show?

A warm, off-kilter journey through an unlikely romance and a genuine environmental mission, told through storytelling, poetry and humour. The kind of personal, independent show that the Fringe is built on.

Event Details

Tuesday 25 - Saturday 29 August 2026

All performances at 10:55

5 performances

45 minutes

Theatre 3

Surgeons Quarter, Nicolson Street

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£11.50 (9)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 45 minutes.

Where does the show take place?

The show is at Theatre 3.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for ages 8 and over.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £11.50.

What kind of show is this?

It is a true-life spoken word storytelling piece blending humour and poetry, about love, loss and environmental defiance.

Are there any content warnings?

No warnings are listed for this show.

About This Performance

The Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me and the Tree is a spoken word performance at Theatre 3 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 45 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Theatre 3

Theatre 3 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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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £11.5

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings: None

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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 Dolphins Are Still Singing. Can You Hear Them? The Epic of Lee, Me and the Tree represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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