Apples in Winter

Edinburgh 2026

Miriam's son has been on death row for 22 years. At midnight the state will execute him. His last request: his mother's apple pie. As Miriam bakes the perfect pie, this extraordinarily powerful and deeply compassionate one-woman play by Jennifer Fawcett invites us to reflect on the impact of violent crime on its hidden victims. 'An absolute must-see... an immensely powerful performance that will leave you shaken and devastated and furious' (TheBlogofTheatreThings.com). 'Astonishing performance... directed brilliantly' (TheFamilyStage.co.uk). 'Moving, nuanced, intelligent theatre' (Prison…

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Apples in Winter is by LynchPin Theatre, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Paradise in The Vault, 11 Merchant Street, EH1 2QD, 8 August to 30 August.

The show runs 70 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £14. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes and Strong language.