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It's pretty, but is it art? Through magic, comedy and storytelling, Chris Cook shares the story of a faker so skilled he had to forge his way to freedom, an artist so talented he may himself be a fraud, a magician whose promise conceals a lie, and a mysterious figure who may not even exist. A story only a magician could tell. Mervyn Stutter's Pick of the Fringe 2025. 'A masterclass in storytelling' ***** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk). 'Fake is the show to see' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'A true joy to watch' ***** (The Student).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Fake is by Snap the Arrow, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Gilded Balloon Teviot, Teviot, EH8 9AJ, 5 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets from £10. Content warnings: Strong language and Audience participation.