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A modern proofreader encounters the ancient Chinese poet Liu Ling across time. The renowned scholar with a legendary liking for wine – one of the famous seven sages of the bamboo grove – and the academic of today embark on a poetic dialogue over a drink. The two discuss anxiety and authenticity, exploring the tension between purpose and detachment in search of rediscovering inner freedom in a fast-paced world. Audiences are encouraged to move freely as scenes unfold around them in this immersive, multi-space promenade performance, blending past and present.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Liu Ling Zui (Old Drunken Dream) is by China Coal Mine Art Troupe, listed under Musicals and Opera in the Fringe programme. It plays at C ARTS | C venues | C aurora, Lauriston Halls, 28 Lauriston Street, EH3 9DJ, 12 August to 16 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 8+. Tickets from £14.