
Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile
Sat 8 Aug · 01:00
Church Hill Theatre
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The Edinburgh International Festival's programme for 2026 is set to be a truly eclectic and exciting affair, boasting a diverse range of performances that cater to all tastes. One of the standout events is the Scottish premiere of Hostile, a family-friendly one-man Spaghetti Western that is to be staged at the Church Hill Theatre. This charming production brings everyday objects to life, as the cowboy protagonist, played by Olivier Rannou, navigates the treacherous landscape of the desert in an attempt to evade his pursuers. Hostile promises to be an unforgettable experience, blending interactive theatre with the classic tropes of the Spaghetti Western genre. As part of the festival's diverse line-up, this performance will be a unique opportunity for audiences to experience world-class theatre, dance, music and visual art in one of the UK's most beautiful cities. With its rich cultural heritage and long history, the Edinburgh International Festival is an unmissable highlight of the summer calendar, drawing in visitors from around the world to its historic venues and public spaces.
The performance will take place at the Church Hill Theatre, where Olivier Rannou stars as a Spaghetti Western cowboy in a family-friendly one-man show. The set changes before the audience's eyes, transforming everyday objects into the desert, a horse, cacti, and a saloon. The show's tone is comically atrocious, with the cowboy's antics providing a mesmerising experience.
The performance is part of the Edinburgh International Festival's diverse line-up, which includes world-class theatre, dance, music, and visual art. The festival promises to be a unique opportunity for audiences to experience a wide range of performances in one of the UK's most beautiful cities.
The event is suitable for families, and the performance is scheduled to take place on 8 August 2026.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile takes place on Saturday, 8 August 2026 at 01:00.
Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile is held at Church Hill Theatre in Edinburgh (Morningside Road, Edinburgh South EH10 4DR).
Tickets for Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile
Editorial Summary
The Edinburgh International Festival's programme for 2026 is set to be a truly eclectic and exciting affair, boasting a diverse range of performances that cater to all tastes. One of the standout events is the Scottish premiere of Hostile, a family-friendly one-man Spaghetti Western that is to be staged at the Church Hill Theatre. This charming production brings everyday objects to life, as the cowboy protagonist, played by Olivier Rannou, navigates the treacherous landscape of the desert in an attempt to evade his pursuers.
Hostile promises to be an unforgettable experience, blending interactive theatre with the classic tropes of the Spaghetti Western genre. As part of the festival's diverse line-up, this performance will be a unique opportunity for audiences to experience world-class theatre, dance, music and visual art in one of the UK's most beautiful cities. With its rich cultural heritage and long history, the Edinburgh International Festival is an unmissable highlight of the summer calendar, drawing in visitors from around the world to its historic venues and public spaces.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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The performance will take place at the Church Hill Theatre, where Olivier Rannou stars as a Spaghetti Western cowboy in a family-friendly one-man show. The set changes before the audience's eyes, transforming everyday objects into the desert, a horse, cacti, and a saloon. The show's tone is comically atrocious, with the cowboy's antics providing a mesmerising experience.
The performance is part of the Edinburgh International Festival's diverse line-up, which includes world-class theatre, dance, music, and visual art. The festival promises to be a unique opportunity for audiences to experience a wide range of performances in one of the UK's most beautiful cities.
The event is suitable for families, and the performance is scheduled to take place on 8 August 2026.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile?
Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile takes place on Saturday, 8 August 2026 at 01:00.
Where is Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile taking place?
Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile is held at Church Hill Theatre in Edinburgh (Morningside Road, Edinburgh South EH10 4DR).
How do I get tickets for Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile?
Tickets for Edinburgh International Festival: Hostile can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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