Truthmachine
Theatre
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Truthmachine

Counterpilot in association with Cluster Arts (Australia) • Professional company

Google Counterpilot in association with Cluster Arts (Australia)
30 minutes•studio
Would you take a lie-detector test in a room full of strangers? Watch on or be interrogated, as we seek out truth in a world of fake news and alternative facts. Using real biometric sensors and live voting systems, Truthmachine, is the multi award-winning social experiment from renowned techno-troublemakers Counterpilot. The polygraph machine used to be regarded as a legal instrument, but today we think we can cheat it... Let’s see if your heart-rate can lie as effectively as our leaders can. ‘No one else is making work quite like this’ **** (Age, Melbourne).
Tickets

£14 (12)

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When

Friday 7 - Sunday 30 August 2026

Weekdays at 15:00 & 15:50 & 16:40 & 17:30 & 19:20 & 20:10 & 21:00 & 21:50, Weekends at 15:00 & 15:50 & 16:40 & 17:30 & 19:20 & 20:10 & 21:00 & 21:50

160 performances

Duration

30 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
studio

Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, above Victoria Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Truthmachine?

Tickets for Truthmachine are £14 (12). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Truthmachine being performed?

Truthmachine is being performed at studio, located at Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, above Victoria Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Truthmachine?

The performance runs for approximately 30 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Truthmachine?

You can book tickets for Truthmachine through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is Truthmachine showing?

Truthmachine runs from 7 August 2026 to 7 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Truthmachine about?

Truthmachine 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 Theatre Production

Truthmachine is a theatre performance at studio during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 30 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: studio

studio 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: £12 - £14

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes

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.Truthmachine represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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