The Coven of Desire
The Coven of Desire by La Sylphide is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at C ARTS | C venues | C aurora. It has 5 performances listed, running from Wed 26 Aug, 19:50 to Sun 30 Aug, 19:50. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
Nimble Dance Company present a reimagined, contemporary adaptation of the romantic ballet classic. Set within a Scottish modern art gallery, the story unfolds between reality and imagination as James becomes captivated by a mysterious Sylph who draws him away from his world. Blending classical ballet with contemporary movement, this intimate performance explores themes of desire, illusion and identity. With minimal staging and evocative visuals, a poetic atmosphere tailored to the Fringe is created. Performed by a diverse cast of community dancers, reflecting Nimble’s mission to deliver ambitious, accessible, and emotionally engaging work.
Details
- Performer: La Sylphide
- Venue: C ARTS | C venues | C aurora
- Space: main house
- Genre: CIRCUS, Ballet, Contemporary
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 35 minutes
- Room size: about 143 seats (main house) — 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
- Wheelchair access: level
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Entrance to main house and accessible toilet is via level entrance to halls to halls from Lauriston Street (slight downward slope to floor in foye). Accessible toilet in ground floor foyer, adjacent to space. Wheelchair access type:Level Access 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
- Wed 26 Aug, 19:50 — Already performed — £11.00
- Thu 27 Aug, 19:50 — Already performed — £11.00
- Fri 28 Aug, 19:50 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 29 Aug, 19:50 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 30 Aug, 19:50 — Already performed — £13.00