The Provocateurs: Performing Possibility / 200 Monks, 1 Dead Frog
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The Provocateurs is a double bill of spoken word talks at Stand 4. In the first, Professor Zack Moir of Edinburgh Napier University asks whether universities deliver the bright futures they promise, using arts education to explore how students are encouraged to imagine change but trained to fit broken systems. In the second, physicist Dr Nick Werren of Heriot-Watt University traces electricity's history, including the moment in 1746 when a priest electrocuted 200 monks to measure the speed of electricity. The show runs for 60 minutes, tickets are £12, and the age guidance is 14 and over.
Why see this show?
Two university academics turn their specialist knowledge into Fringe-ready spoken word. One examines arts education and broken systems; the other traces electricity's history through a priest who electrocuted 200 monks in 1746. Thought-provoking and accessible at £12.
£12 (10)
Monday 24 August 2026
All performances at 17:35
60 mins
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are priced at £12.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.
Where is the show performed?
The show takes place at Stand 4.
What are the two talks about?
The first talk, by Professor Zack Moir, asks whether universities deliver the bright futures they promise. The second, by Dr Nick Werren, traces electricity's history including the story of a priest who electrocuted 200 monks in 1746.
Are there any content warnings?
No specific content warnings are listed for this show.
About This Performance
The Provocateurs: Performing Possibility / 200 Monks, 1 Dead Frog 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.
Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.
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: Performing Possibility / 200 Monks, 1 Dead Frog represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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