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A failing author is banged up by an authoritarian regime. Not for telling the truth to power; because the Great Leader thinks he's sh*t. A dystopian comedy from Hughie Shepherd-Cross, the writer of Gang Bang, Ringer and Out To Lunch. 'Good nasty stuff' (Scotsman). 'Gonna be a household name' **** (VoiceMag.uk).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Crimes of Pete is by Hughie Shepherd-Cross, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ, 5 August to 29 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets from £9. Content warnings: Scenes of violence and Strong language.