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Lesbians, vampires and... communists? When love and desire are made monstrous, what beautiful monsters lovers make. Carmilla retells the lesser-known Gothic classic with a mid-century McCarthy twist. At the height of the Lavender Scare, Laura faces scrutiny over her entanglement one summer six years ago with an allegedly perverse and dangerous woman: Carmilla. What was once a cautionary tale, detailing the dangers of female sexuality, is reimagined as a queer love story. Charismatic, introspective and seductive – this show is a must-see.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Carmilla is by Mermaids at the Fringe, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Greenside @ Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket, EH1 2PG, 10 August to 15 August.
The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £9. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes.