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Refusing to accept the prophecy that he will kill his father and marry his mother, Prince Oedipus leaves the comfort of Corinth. After solving the Sphinx's riddle, he is made King of Thebes, ruling with wisdom and compassion. But when a devastating plague sweeps the land, Oedipus vows to save his people by uncovering its source – even if the truth leads him towards the darkest ordeal of his life.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The King Oedipus is by Zhejiang Jingkun Art Centre, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Just The Tonic Nucleus, 138-140 Pleasance, EH8 9RR, 6 August to 8 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £12.