The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology
Spoken Word

The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology

The Provocateurs • Professional company

60 minutes•Stand 2
Can hearing someone you know change brain recovery? Roseminu Varghese (Edinburgh Napier University) reveals how familiar voices influence consciousness in comatose patients and why human connection may be a powerful clinical tool. The Milky Way hosts billions of stars, but how did they get here and what can they tell us about our galaxy's history? Dr Veronika Dornan (The University of Edinburgh) reveals why our Sun is so lonely and what sausages have to do with galaxy mergers.
Event Details

Thursday 13 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: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology?

Tickets for The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology are £12 (10). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology being performed?

The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology 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: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology?

You can book tickets for The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology 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: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology showing?

The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology runs from 13 August 2026 to 13 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology about?

The Provocateurs: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology 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: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology 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.

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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: When Silence Listens / Galactic Archaeology represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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