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An all-ages, high-flying collision of circus, theatre and space adventure. 1964: the world’s superpowers are caught in the space race. Enter an unlikely contender... Zambia. Visionary Edward Mukuka Nkoloso aimed to send Africa’s first astronauts into the cosmos. His crew? A young girl, two cats and a missionary. His rocket? Aluminium, ambition and audacity. Wake The Beast and Circus Zambia bring this extraordinary story to life with breathtaking acrobatics, theatrical spectacle and irresistible heart. A true tale of courage, hope and willpower that can take you to the moon... or make you…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Afronauts is by Underbelly, Circus Zambia and Wake the Beast, listed under Dance Physical Theatre and Circus in the Fringe programme. It plays at Underbelly, George Square, George Square, EH8 9LH, 6 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 5+. Tickets from £12. Content warnings: Strobe lighting and Audience participation.