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When Madame Chandelier's daughter gets sucked into her video game and is kidnapped by the evil Queen of the Night, there's only one thing to do - gather opera's fiercest characters for an epic battle. Will Carmen, Tosca and Madame Butterfly help defeat the ultimate boss, or will all arias lead to death? Directed by P Burton-Morgan. Nominated for the Family Friendly Award, Brighton Fringe. Praise for previous work: 'Expert timing' **** (Observer). 'Madame Chandelier could be the ticket that opens up opera to new audiences' **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Infectiously bonkers' **** (Scotsman).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Madame Chandelier's Grand Theft Opera is by Delea Shand, listed under Children's Shows in the Fringe programme. It plays at Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ, 5 August to 16 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 5+. Tickets from £7. Content warnings: Audience participation.