Dreams of Peace and Freedom
Dreams of Peace and Freedom is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at C ARTS | C venues | C digital. It has 2 performances listed, running from Sun 16 Aug, 18:45 to Mon 31 Aug, 23:55. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
Scottish-born lawyer David Maxwell Fyfe was a leading prosecutor at the Nuremberg war crimes trials, who went on to become the British artisan of the European Convention on Human Rights. For him this was all One Story. A new generation of his family bring this story to life with a unique piece of theatre, blending Maxwell Fyfe’s personal papers, Sue Casson’s ethereal music and archive film in the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials. Followed by Q&A. ‘A love letter to peace, freedom and remembrance’ (National). ‘Brilliantly performed’ (Derek Awards). ‘Beautiful... sublime’ (MusicalTalk.Wordpress.com).
Details
- Venue: C ARTS | C venues | C digital
- Space: portal – on demand
- Genre: OPERA, Theatre, Music
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 70 minutes
- Performances listed: 2, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Access features: Step-free access
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: This is a digital online venue, and can be accessed from any location with a suitable internet connection using most digital devices, such as tablets, computers, mobile phones or internet-enabled televisions running a current or recent web browser software. Stairs: None 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
- Sun 16 Aug, 18:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Mon 31 Aug, 23:55 — Already performed — £14.00