The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision
Spoken Word

The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision

The Provocateurs • Professional company

60 minutes•Stand 2
Good predictions don’t necessarily mean good decisions. Dr Lars Schewe (The University of Edinburgh) shows how mathematics is not just about making predictions, but can help to make decisions under uncertainty and what this means for future energy system planning. The Uncanny Valley describes the unease we feel toward almost-human robots. But as cosmetic surgery makes human faces more artificial, are people entering the valley themselves. Dr Carl Strathearn (Edinburgh Napier University) asks could this shift help robots eventually escape it?
Event Details

Tuesday 25 August 2026

All performances at 13:45

60 minutes

Stand 2

16 North St Andrew Street

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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: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision?

Tickets for The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision are £12 (10). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision being performed?

The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision is being performed at Stand 2, located at 16 North St Andrew Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision?

You can book tickets for The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision 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: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision showing?

The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision runs from 25 August 2026 to 25 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision about?

The Provocateurs: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision 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: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision is a spoken word performance at Stand 2 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 the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.

Venue: Stand 2

Stand 2 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: Good Predictions, Good Decisions? / Human-Robot Uncanny Collision represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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