Rathbone and Bruce (and a Hound)
Rathbone and Bruce (and a Hound) by Holmes and Watson is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Palmerston Place Church. It has 3 performances listed, running from Thu 20 Aug, 19:15 to Sat 22 Aug, 12:15. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
On the set of The Hound of the Baskervilles in 1939, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce tackle the mystery and the ups and downs of playing the famous Baker Street sleuths for the first time. They became firm friends on and off set – whilst becoming synonymous with playing Sherlock and Watson – for one of them, it would be "hound" on their back that they were unable to shake off, no matter how hard they tried. A wonderfully evocative piece, with music and songs from the era. Howls of laughter.
Details
- Performer: Holmes and Watson
- Venue: Palmerston Place Church
- Space: Church Sanctuary
- Genre: THEATRE, Historical, Comedy
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 65 minutes
- Performances listed: 3, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: ramp
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet, Hearing loop
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: There is a ramp to the left of the main entrance. If not taking the ramp there are 9 steps up into the performance venue. Wheelchair access type:Permanent Ramp Stairs: 6 - 10 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
- Thu 20 Aug, 19:15 — Already performed — £15.00
- Fri 21 Aug, 17:15 — Already performed — £15.00
- Sat 22 Aug, 12:15 — Already performed — £15.00