And Then the Elephant Moved In – Every Magic Trick Needs a Scapegoat

And Then the Elephant Moved In – Every Magic Trick Needs a Scapegoat is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at The Pend. It has 3 performances listed, running from Fri 7 Aug, 15:45 to Sun 9 Aug, 15:45. 3 performances are currently on sale through the Fringe box office.

About this show

Matthew Keys, as seen on Good Omens, performs a wildly unpredictable magic show where nothing is quite what it seems – and someone always gets the blame. Expect impossible coincidences, astonishing sleight of hand, mind-bending mysteries and a few very suspicious scapegoats. Part comedy, part theatrical magic and completely unlike anything you’ve seen before, this show will make you question what you see, what you remember and who you trust. Come for the magic. Stay to discover what what the elephant has to do with anything.

Details

  • Venue: The Pend
  • Genre: CABARET, Magic, Comedy
  • Country: UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
  • Running time: 55 minutes
  • Performances listed: 3, of which 3 currently on sale

Accessibility

  • Venue notes: Accessible entry: Down fishmarket close to the venue's entrance - there are cobbles on the way down to the venue. Stairs: 2 - 5 Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Performance dates and ticket availability

  • Fri 7 Aug, 15:45 — On sale
  • Sat 8 Aug, 15:45 — On sale
  • Sun 9 Aug, 15:45 — On sale

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