Turn Your F*cking Phones Off
Hannah Maxwell • Professional company
About Hannah Maxwell
Turn Your F*cking Phones Off is an interactive theatre show by Hannah Maxwell at Former Gent's Locker Room, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026. Part theatre, part interdisciplinary mixed-media performance art, it's described as a timely exploration of human connection in the information age — a town hall meeting at the end of the world, or a karaoke booth in a nuclear bunker. The show runs 60 minutes, tickets start from £10, and is recommended for audiences aged 16 and over. Contains audience participation, strobe lighting and strong language.
Why see this show?
An interactive show that refuses to settle on a single format — town hall, karaoke booth, performance art, nuclear bunker. The deliberate blurring of categories makes it a genuinely unusual 60 minutes at the Fringe.
Thursday 6 - Monday 31 August 2026
All performances at 15:40
24 performances
60 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£10
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is the show performed?
Former Gent's Locker Room, at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
This show is recommended for audiences aged 16 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets start from £10.
What kind of show is this?
The listing describes it as a theatre show, an interdisciplinary interactive mixed-media piece, a town hall meeting, a karaoke booth in a nuclear bunker, and a timely exploration of human connection in the information age.
Are there any content warnings?
The show includes audience participation, distressing or potentially triggering themes, strobe lighting, and strong language/swearing.
About This Theatre Production
Turn Your F*cking Phones Off is a theatre performance at Former Gent's Locker Room 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: Former Gent's Locker Room
Former Gent's Locker Room 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: £10 - £17
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing
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.Turn Your F*cking Phones Off represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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