Taken
Taken is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at theSpace on the Mile. It has 6 performances listed, running from Mon 24 Aug, 14:40 to Sat 29 Aug, 14:40. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
In post-war England: shame, secrecy and societal pressure forced unmarried mothers to part with their children, through the institutionalised and systemic coercion that is still awaiting an official apology. Between the Adoption Acts of 1949 and 1976, thousands of babies were taken from their families in a scandal which continues to ripple through the lives of those affected. Talking Shadows has a passion for telling lost female stories in shows such as 1966 * (CounterCulture), 1612 (TheMumble.uk), OTMA (TheRealChrisparkle.com). Sell-out shows 2025.
Details
- Venue: theSpace on the Mile
- Space: Space 1
- Genre: THEATRE, Drama, New writing
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 45 minutes
- Room size: about 52 seats (Space 1) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 6, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: lift
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Level entry through the reception of the Radisson Hotel. 5 steps lead to the Mezzanine level where the theatre is located. A platform lift is available for wheelchairs. Wheelchair access type:Lift (Platform Lift) 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
- Mon 24 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00
- Tue 25 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00
- Wed 26 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 27 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 28 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00
- Sat 29 Aug, 14:40 — Already performed — £12.00