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A hymn to life in the darkest moments – 26 April 1986: Chernobyl nuclear power plant explodes in Ukraine. This intimate performance explores the deeply human side of the tragedy - not a reconstruction of events, but of emotions through the memories of Lyudmila, the wife of a firefighter. Her words are drawn from Prayer for Chernobyl by Svetlana Alexievich. Performed by one of Italy's most intense stage actresses, Elena Arvigo, 'a powerhouse performer... a devastatingly beautiful account of love that can overcome everything' ***** (BingeFringe.com). 'An urgent, harrowing, stunningly performed…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Atomic Tales is by Elena Arvigo / Rhymes with Purple / Santa Rita Teatro, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at ZOO Playground, High School Yards, EH1 1LZ, 7 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £12. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes.