Witch? Women on Trial
Natalie Lyon • Professional company
About Natalie Lyon
Witch? Women on Trial is a spoken word and theatre show from Natalie Lyon at the Tarot Room, presented as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026. The show examines the brutal truth of the witch hunts in Scotland, performed with humour and empathy. It notes that 85% of those executed for witchcraft were women and explores the untold stories of ordinary women caught up in a whirlwind of politics, religion and magic. The show runs for 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14 and above. Tickets are £15.
Why see this show?
Natalie Lyon uses humour and empathy to tell the stories of the women caught up in Scotland's witch hunts, noting that 85% of those executed were women. A show that is both unsettling and unexpectedly funny.
Monday 10 - Sunday 23 August 2026
All performances at 18:30
14 performances
60 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the show about?
It explores the brutal truth of the witch hunts in Scotland through the untold stories of ordinary women caught up in politics, religion and magic, noting that 85% of those executed were women.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
It is performed at the Tarot Room as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 14 and above.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £15.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes and strong language and swearing.
About This Performance
Witch? Women on Trial is a spoken word performance at Tarot 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.
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Venue: Tarot Room
Tarot 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.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £15
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing
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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.Witch? Women on Trial represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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