VIP (Visually Impaired Papa)
VIP (Visually Impaired Papa) by Tom Skelton is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Underbelly, George Square. It has 12 performances listed, running from Wed 5 Aug, 20:15 to Sun 16 Aug, 20:15. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
After losing most of his sight, Tom thought he might never become a dad. But now he is. And he's a bit scared. From nappy changing, choking hazards, losing your toddler in the park, to not being able to read to him, see his changing face, or his first goal on the football pitch, this is a hilarious, heartfelt scamper through dadhood and disability. 'Deliciously talented' (Guardian). 'Sends you back out into the world with a spring in your step' (Chortle). 'Insightful, hilarious... expertly crafted' * (TulpaMagazine.wordpress.com). Perth FringeWorld Weekly Comedy Award Winner 2020.
Details
- Performer: Tom Skelton
- Venue: Underbelly, George Square
- Space: Buttercup
- Genre: COMEDY, Solo show, Storytelling
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 60 minutes
- Room size: about 72 seats (Buttercup) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 12, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: level
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Level access into the space. There is a slight lip on door frame. 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 5 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £8.50
- Thu 6 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £8.50
- Fri 7 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 8 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 9 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 10 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Tue 11 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Wed 12 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 13 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 14 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 15 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 16 Aug, 20:15 — Already performed — £13.00