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JFK'S been shot and Colm and Peggy want a day off school. Sure, they got one when the Pope died? Follow two best friends as they stage a protest to honour the slain U.S president. A bold, heartfelt and hilarious exploration of growing up different in an Ireland where the church controls everything from the classroom to confession. Mortal Sin is ultimately a celebration of friendship; a small but defiant stand against the shame that shaped a generation. Colm and Peggy stick it to the man... well, Sister Assumpta anyway! ****1/2 (TheReviewsHub.com). **** (TheArtsReview.com).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Mortal Sin is by Benjamin Reilly, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Gilded Balloon Teviot, Teviot, EH8 9AJ, 5 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets from £11. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence and Strong language.