Nüwa Mends the Sky
Nüwa Mends the Sky is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at theSpace @ Symposium Hall. It has 3 performances listed, running from Fri 7 Aug, 12:05 to Sun 9 Aug, 12:05. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
When the sky collapses and chaos engulfs the world, the goddess Nüwa melts five-coloured stones to patch the heavens and restore order. This production brings together Hebei Bangzi Theatre and the Ci Xian Huai Tune Cultural Centre, featuring Huai Tune – a 300-year-old intangible heritage from southern Hebei. Combining traditional singing, stylised movement, contemporary lighting and multimedia design, the opera transforms an ancient creation myth into a modern theatrical experience. With only six performers, it tells a timeless story of sacrifice, guardianship and hope, connecting a fading art form with global audiences.
Details
- Venue: theSpace @ Symposium Hall
- Space: Annexe
- Genre: CIRCUS, Dance, Drama
- Country: CHINA
- Running time: 50 minutes
- Room size: about 55 seats (Annexe) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 3, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: ramp
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Shallow ramp from Hill Square. Level access through building into the theatre. 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.
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Fri 7 Aug, 12:05 — Already performed — £7.00
- Sat 8 Aug, 12:05 — Already performed — £7.00
- Sun 9 Aug, 12:05 — Already performed — £7.00