The Pigeon Factory
Theatre
Dark Comedy
New writing

The Pigeon Factory

Oh!Scare Wilde Productions • Professional company

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60 minutes•Jelly Belly
Walden has a pretty good life. Happily married to his mannequin wife, he works his pigeon children into the ground and feasts upon their eggs for sustenance. Walden is doing everything he's supposed to do – so why does he feel so empty? Can his fantasies about his pigeons sustain him? Or must he face up to a great hurt done to him in the past? The Pigeon Factory is a darkly absurd one-man show that explores work, family and finding purpose in a broken society. 'Ingenious, consistently entertaining' **** (Irish Times).

About the show

The Pigeon Factory is a darkly absurd one-man show by Oh!Scare Wilde Productions, performed at Jelly Belly during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Walden has a pretty good life — married to his mannequin wife, working his pigeon children into the ground, feasting on their eggs. He is doing everything he is supposed to do, yet feels empty. The show explores work, family and finding purpose in a broken society, as Walden is forced to confront a great hurt done to him in the past. Runs 60 minutes; suitable for ages 12 and over. Contains scenes of violence and strong language.

Why see this show?

A genuinely strange and entertaining premise that uses absurdism to say something real about the pressure to perform a certain kind of life. Walden's quiet despair is both funny and unexpectedly affecting.

Tickets

£8.50

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When

Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 12:55

25 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
Jelly Belly

66 Cowgate

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

What does it cost?

Tickets start from £8.50.

Is there an age recommendation?

The show is recommended for ages 12 and over.

Where is it performed?

The show takes place at Jelly Belly.

Are there any content warnings?

The show contains scenes of violence and strong language and swearing.

What kind of show is it?

It is a darkly absurd one-man show exploring work, family and purpose through the story of a man whose seemingly perfect life leaves him feeling empty.

About This Theatre Production

The Pigeon Factory is a theatre performance at Jelly Belly 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.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Jelly Belly

Jelly Belly 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: £8.5 - £13

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing

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.The Pigeon Factory represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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