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In this masterclass in storytelling, award-winning performer Michael Burdett recounts the astonishing tale of how he stumbled upon a long-lost recording by legendary singer songwriter Nick Drake and shared it with strangers across the UK. The discovery of the tape was remarkable enough on its own. But the story takes an even more unbelievable turn in this new show when, against all odds, Burdett uncovers a second lost Nick Drake recording. Love coincidences? Then this is for you. Features on-screen revelations from James Acaster, Paul Whitehouse and others.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Strange Face: Adventures with a Lost Nick Drake Recording... The Story Continues is by Michael Burdett, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Pleasance Dome, 1 Bristo Square, EH8 9AL, 5 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £10.50. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes.