Waiting for a Call

Waiting for a Call is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Paradise in Augustines. It has 4 performances listed, running from Wed 19 Aug, 10:50 to Sat 22 Aug, 10:50. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.

About this show

Michael is waiting for a very important call. But he is continuously distracted from his anxious wait by some uninvited guests: his siblings, who are all arriving at Mike’s apartment to collect pieces of work that Michael “helped” with. Arriving as well is Michael’s adoring neighbour who shares his profession of being a writer, as well as sharing a secret they keep from each other. They fancy one another! Finding out their little brother has a crush on his neighbour, the family members attempt to coach Mike in the mysterious ways of love!

Details

  • Venue: Paradise in Augustines
  • Space: Studio
  • Genre: THEATRE, Character comedy
  • Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
  • Running time: 90 minutes
  • Performances listed: 4, of which 0 still to come and on sale

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access: ramp
  • Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet
  • Venue notes: Accessible entry: The audience enter from George IV Bridge, with a couple of steps to enter the building. A temporary ramp is also available. The Studio is located downstairs, via a single width staircase. A lift is also available. The audience enter in the middle of the auditorium. There is a single row with level access, with further seating accessed via a raked centre aisle. Platform lift has a weight limit of 400kg. Wheelchair access type:Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift) Stairs: 20+ 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 19 Aug, 10:50 — Already performed — £16.00
  • Thu 20 Aug, 10:50 — Already performed — £16.00
  • Fri 21 Aug, 10:50 — Already performed — £16.00
  • Sat 22 Aug, 10:50 — Already performed — £16.00

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