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Anchorage, Alaska. 1964. The largest earthquake in US history. A part-time radio reporter, her teenage intern, a general on leave, and a local hobbyist find themselves at the centre of a remarkable relief effort. Genie Chance, live on air, must take unimaginable risks to save her community and family from chaos. Based on the incredible true story of the Great Alaskan Earthquake, Down to Chance is a heartwarming portrait of a community in crisis with the whole world listening in. 'A deftly staged thriller' **** (Stage). **** (Scotsman).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Down To Chance is by Maybe You Like It, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ, 18 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £13. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes and Strobe lighting.