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Haunted by his family's past, Vincent van Gogh wrestles with his demons in the coal mines of southern Belgium in order to find his true voice as an artist. In this one-man play, Theo van Gogh shares his perspective with his wife, Johanna, recounting Vincent's childhood in Zundert, the influence of Les Misérables, Vincent's ministry in the coal mines, his mental insecurities, and his ultimate decision to pick up the brush. With keen specificity, actor Joe Coffey brings multiple characters to life to share this unknown tale of Vincent's earlier years.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Paint, Vincent, Paint is by Coffey Cup Theatre, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Greenside @ George Street, The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street, EH2 2PQ, 7 August to 29 August.
The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £6. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes and Scenes of violence.