Waiting For Elvis
Theatre
Drama

Waiting For Elvis

Plush Tiger Productions • Amateur Company

50 minutes•Theatre 2
March 3, 1960. Elvis is returning to the US after completing his military service in Germany. His flight stops at Prestwick Airport for refuelling. Margaret Rutherford (the definitive Miss Marple) while waiting in the departure lounge for her London flight, meets Elvis fan, Albert, hoping to glimpse the King. 'Quietly moving two-hander imagines a meeting that changed a life' **** (TheWeeReview.com). 'Life affirming' **** (ThreeWeeks). Previous productions Noiseless & Patient, 'Beautiful and lyrical' (FringeGuru.com), and When Kurt Met Thora, ‘As an imagined piece of entertainment folklore, it’s priceless’ (TheStage.co.uk).
Event Details

Monday 17 - Saturday 22 August 2026

All performances at 17:45

6 performances

50 minutes

Theatre 2

Surgeons Quarter, Nicolson Street

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2 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Waiting For Elvis?

Tickets for Waiting For Elvis are £12 (10). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Waiting For Elvis being performed?

Waiting For Elvis is being performed at Theatre 2, located at Surgeons Quarter, Nicolson Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Waiting For Elvis?

The performance runs for approximately 50 minutes.

How do I book tickets for Waiting For Elvis?

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

When is Waiting For Elvis showing?

Waiting For Elvis runs from 17 August 2026 to 17 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is Waiting For Elvis about?

Waiting For Elvis 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

Waiting For Elvis is a theatre performance at Theatre 2 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 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: Theatre 2

Theatre 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.

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: From £12

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: None

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.Waiting For Elvis represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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