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An actor makes a deal with the devil. This new version of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus features a rotating cast of brave guest performers taking on the challenges of a devilish ensemble. One problem... they've never rehearsed with the rest of the cast. The Faustus Project is funny, a little dangerous and an actor's worst nightmare. With a fresh victim every night, this will be the ultimate theatrical torture. Funny, dangerous, devilish. 'Uproarious' **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Wonderfully silly fun' ***** (AllEdinburghTheatre.com). 'Camp, outrageous and utterly unexpected' ****½ (The…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Faustus Project is by Half Trick Theatre in association with Benjamin Alborough, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Underbelly, Cowgate, 66 Cowgate, EH1 1JX, 17 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £12.50. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Scenes of a sexual nature, Nudity, Strong language, Strobe lighting and Audience participation.