Antigone – A Modern Retelling
Antigone – A Modern Retelling is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at theSpace on the Mile. It has 5 performances listed, running from Mon 17 Aug, 09:05 to Fri 21 Aug, 10:20. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
A bold reimagining of Sophocles' Antigone for the digital age. Set in a modern hospital, this thought-provoking adaptation explores how social media, political influence and public opinion shape our understanding of right and wrong. When a young doctor defies authority to help an immigrant patient, she sparks a conflict that challenges loyalty, morality and the abuse of power. As opinions spread online and tensions escalate, lives are changed forever. Blending ancient tragedy with contemporary issues, this powerful production asks an urgent question: when conscience and authority collide, who gets to decide what is right?
Details
- Venue: theSpace on the Mile
- Space: Space 3
- Genre: THEATRE, Classical, Devised
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 50 minutes
- Room size: about 58 seats (Space 3) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 5, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Entry through the reception of the Radisson Hotel. Staircase of 20 steps leading to theatre. Unfortunately, no wheelchair access is available. Stairs: 20+ 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
- Mon 17 Aug, 09:05 — Already performed — £3.00
- Tue 18 Aug, 09:05 — Already performed — £3.00
- Wed 19 Aug, 09:05 — Already performed — £3.00
- Thu 20 Aug, 10:20 — Already performed — £3.00
- Fri 21 Aug, 10:20 — Already performed — £3.00