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The bear doesn't have fur; if it did, it could cease to have it. When a gang of Brits finds a philosophy book in a stolen briefcase, they don't just read it – they live it. Treating theory as a manual for "conceptual crimes," they begin to dismantle their world, tearing through a city made of paper. Following a four-star run at Camden People's Theatre, Fair Love Collective presents a high-octane philosophy-punk comedy. Featuring live music by Glastonbury artist Alex Hall, verbatim puppetry and a live trial.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. When You Are a Tick is by Fair Love Collective, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at ZOO Playground, High School Yards, EH1 1LZ, 7 August to 23 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £8. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Strong language and Audience participation.