Countdown
Countdown is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at theSpaceTriplex. It has 4 performances listed, running from Wed 12 Aug, 21:05 to Sat 15 Aug, 21:05. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
Join Evie, a young, idealistic educator as she unsuccessfully navigates a teacher's day-to-day challenges, courtesy of the education system. Contrary to popular belief, teaching is not a calling. Countdown is a play that exposes what teachers go through on a daily basis and challenges the stigma surrounding discourse on teachers' mental health. Drawn from the personal experiences of teachers across the UK and Singapore, it highlights the lack of support that teachers receive, demarcates the fine line separating dedication and burnout, and is a stark reminder that teachers are, at the end of the day, only human.
Details
- Venue: theSpaceTriplex
- Space: Studio
- Genre: THEATRE, Experimental, New writing
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
- Running time: 50 minutes
- Room size: about 65 seats (Studio) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 4, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: ramp
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: The main entrance has 1 step (a temporary wheelchair ramp is available). Access to the theatre is via a staircase. A platform lift is available for wheelchairs. Platform lift dimensions 80cm wide x 190cm high x 120cm deep. Weight Loading 500kg Wheelchair access type:Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift) Stairs: 20+ Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.
What the reviewers said
We have captured 2 published reviews and 7 audience reviews for this show from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s own listing. The excerpts below are the reviewers’ words, not ours — follow each link for the full review.
Countdown from Theatre Paradok at theSpace Triplex, is an ensemble piece exploring the mounting pressure facing teaching staff, based on the real experiences of young teachers across the UK and Singapore. 3 Stars
For many people, besides their parents, teachers might be the only adults that get to spend the most time with them during childhood.
— The Student (4 out of 5 stars)
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Wed 12 Aug, 21:05 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 13 Aug, 21:05 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 14 Aug, 21:05 — Already performed — £12.00
- Sat 15 Aug, 21:05 — Already performed — £12.00