The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
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The Viol Rackett Show, presented by the Edinburgh Renaissance Band and the Edinburgh Early Dancers, brings an authentic taste of period music and dance to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 3pm. This performance takes place in St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, a venue at the University of Edinburgh that houses a remarkable collection of historic instruments. Musicians perform on genuine period instruments while dancers execute choreography drawn from the same historical era, offering audiences a vivid glimpse into bygone entertainment. Tickets range from free entry to £11.55, ensuring the show remains accessible to a broad cross-section of festival-goers. As part of the Fringe’s sprawling programme, which each August fills Edinburgh’s venues with thousands of performances spanning music, theatre, and comedy, this event stands as a distinctive celebration of early music and dance.
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Frequently asked questions
The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 15:00.
The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 is held at St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG).
Tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 range from £0 to £11.55. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
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The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Editorial Summary
The Viol Rackett Show, presented by the Edinburgh Renaissance Band and the Edinburgh Early Dancers, brings an authentic taste of period music and dance to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 3pm. This performance takes place in St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, a venue at the University of Edinburgh that houses a remarkable collection of historic instruments. Musicians perform on genuine period instruments while dancers execute choreography drawn from the same historical era, offering audiences a vivid glimpse into bygone entertainment. Tickets range from free entry to £11.55, ensuring the show remains accessible to a broad cross-section of festival-goers. As part of the Fringe’s sprawling programme, which each August fills Edinburgh’s venues with thousands of performances spanning music, theatre, and comedy, this event stands as a distinctive celebration of early music and dance.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
📍 Venue
St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG
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When is The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026?
The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 takes place on Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 15:00.
Where is The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 taking place?
The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 is held at St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh in Edinburgh (50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG).
How much are tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026?
Tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 range from £0 to £11.55. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026?
Tickets for The Viol Rackett Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of St Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, The University of Edinburgh
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Price
Free – £11.55
Date
Until Sunday, 23 August 2026
Time
Venue
50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG
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