TO BE FRANK
Michael Hockey / Charlotte Pleasants • Professional company
About the show
Michael Hockey and Charlotte Pleasants present this Frankenstein-inspired nonverbal show with a live original score at Bunker Three. Meet Frank — freshly reanimated, thrilled to be here and dying to meet you. The piece follows the monster as it is thrust into existence and tries to discover why. The performance is described as an odyssey guaranteed to leave audiences in stitches — the good kind. Running 60 minutes and suitable for ages 12 and over. There are globophobia trigger warnings for the use and popping of balloons. Tickets start from £8.
Why see this show?
A wordless, live-scored journey through the monster's first moments of existence — funny, human and genuinely theatrical. If you want something at the Fringe that is inventive rather than just entertaining, TO BE FRANK delivers both.
Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 14:05
23 performances
60 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£8
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where does the show take place?
The show takes place at Bunker Three as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 12 and over.
How much are tickets?
Tickets start from £8.
Are there any content warnings?
The show involves audience participation. There is a globophobia trigger warning: balloons are used and popped during the performance.
Does the show have dialogue?
The show is nonverbal, with a live original score rather than spoken dialogue.
About This Theatre Production
TO BE FRANK is a theatre performance at Bunker Three 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: Bunker Three
Bunker Three 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 - £13
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, More information Globophobia trigger warning: The use and popping of balloons are present in this performance
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.TO BE FRANK represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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