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Welcome to Cropshire: a world of welly-wearing farmers, weather reports, and perpetually confused politicians. A nationwide ban on vegetables causes chaos in the community. Luckily, one charismatic Cropshire citizen knows exactly where to point the finger... A metatheatrical fable about the rise of right-wing populism. Through slapstick fights, dream ballets and increasingly absurd political speeches, an international ensemble of six clowns and a foley artist tell a haunting tale of a town fragmented by violent political oppression. Winner: Shedload-of-Future Fund 2026. Created by Diagnostic…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Terribly Credible Definitely Edible Tale of the Town of Cropshire is by Diagnostic Trouble Code, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Assembly Roxy, 2 Roxburgh Place, EH8 9SU, 17 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets from £13. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes and Scenes of violence.