The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs
Spoken Word

The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs

The Provocateurs • Professional company

60 minutes•Stand 4
Professor Tara Spires-Jones (The University of Edinburgh) explores the neuroscience behind a new blood test for Alzheimer’s disease and what it means (and doesn’t mean) for treatment. If you were likely to develop dementia, would you really want to know? Llona Kavege (The University of Edinburgh) dispels the hype around Brave New World like baby-making machines and tackles the pressing social and ethical implications of tinkering with the beginning of life. Part of the Edinburgh Medical School’s 300th Anniversary.
Event Details

Saturday 22 August 2026

All performances at 17:35

60 minutes

Stand 4

28 York Place

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3 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs?

Tickets for The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs are £12 (10). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs being performed?

The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs is being performed at Stand 4, located at 28 York Place. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs?

You can book tickets for The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs 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 Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs showing?

The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs runs from 22 August 2026 to 22 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs about?

The Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs 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 Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs is a spoken word performance at Stand 4 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: Stand 4

Stand 4 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 £12

Age Guidance: 14+

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 Provocateurs: Forget the Alzheimer’s Test? / Artificial Wombs represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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