Out of the Box
Out of the Box by Darryl J Carrington is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Underbelly, George Square. It has 26 performances listed, running from Wed 5 Aug, 13:20 to Mon 31 Aug, 13:20. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
Out of the Box is a multi award-winning family show delighting audiences across the UK; an hour of joyful chaos, jaw-dropping skill and irresistible fun. Named Best Family Show at Brighton Fringe, Darryl J Carrington transforms everyday objects into extraordinary adventures. A toothbrush stars in a balancing act, a string sparks a heist and a tea party lands on someone's head! With over 20 years of circus and clowning experience, Darryl's silent comedy blends world-class juggling, inventive physical theatre and heart-warming audience interaction. His humour transcends age and language.
Details
- Performer: Darryl J Carrington
- Venue: Underbelly, George Square
- Space: The Wee Coo
- Genre: CHILDRENS_SHOWS, Clown, Circus
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - WALES
- Running time: 60 minutes
- Room size: about 60 seats (The Wee Coo) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 26, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: ramp
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Access into the venue with a wheelchair can become restricted once the majority of the audience have been sat. Please turn up with ample time so you can be admitted first to ensure ease of access. Wheelchair access type:Permanent Ramp Stairs: None 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 1 published review and 8 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.
"I have never been in tears of laughter watching a cup of tea being made... until this show! Darryl J Carrington's wordless laugh a minute show is absolute genius.
— Mix It Up Theatre (5 out of 5 stars)
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Wed 5 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £8.50
- Thu 6 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £8.50
- Fri 7 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £8.50
- Sat 8 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 9 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 10 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Tue 11 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Wed 12 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 13 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 14 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 15 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 16 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 17 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Wed 19 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 20 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 21 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 22 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 23 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 24 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Tue 25 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Wed 26 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 27 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 28 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 29 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 30 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 31 Aug, 13:20 — Already performed — £12.00