An independent app. Not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society. Listings data courtesy of the Edinburgh Festivals Listings API.
Edinburgh, early 19th century. The struggle for the abolition of slavery gathers pace. Widowed matriarch Nelly is newly converted to the cause, even though her family’s fortunes, along with much of the city, are built on the slave trade. Fighting powerful men with vested interests, including Nelly’s sons, who will stop at nothing to protect their wealth, Nelly must choose between conscience and family. Through her maid Jeanie’s eyes, we witness that struggle. Might the resourceful women exploit the notorious Scottish sweet tooth to advance the cause? 'A superb piece of theatre' *****…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Sweet is by Edinburgh Graduate Theatre Group, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at The Royal Scots Club, 29-31 Abercromby Place, EH3 6QE, 10 August to 15 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets are £15. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes.