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Trainspotting Live

Thu 6 Aug · 01:00

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

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About This Event

Prepare for a potent dose of theatre as Trainspotting Live makes its way to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 6 August 2026. This highly anticipated production promises to reignite the raw, unflinching energy and the notorious controversy that defined Irvine Welsh's seminal novel and its iconic film adaptation. Audiences will find themselves not merely observing, but actively immersed within the stark and often brutal narrative. The staging places spectators directly into the heart of the 1980s Edinburgh heroin scene, offering a visceral and unforgettable exploration of Mark Renton and his circle of friends. Expect a bold and confronting theatrical experience that doesn't shy away from the gritty realities of their lives. This is a chance to revisit a cultural touchstone with an intensity rarely seen on stage, delivering a powerful and provocative evening of live performance.

The production features a cast of Scottish actors from In Your Face Theatre, who have created a snappy and vibrant adaptation of Harry Gibson's original stage play. Their performance brings to life the story of Mark Renton and his friends, navigating the Edinburgh heroin scene of the 1980s.

The audience is directly immersed in the show, participating in key scenes such as the notorious "Worst Toilet in Scotland" scene. This immersive experience is characteristic of the in-yer-face theatre style, which has left Irvine Welsh feeling "blown away".

The event takes place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 6 August 2026. The duration of the production is 80 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

Trainspotting Live takes place on Thursday, 6 August 2026 at 01:00.

Trainspotting Live is held at Edinburgh International Conference Centre in Edinburgh (The Exchange 150 Morrison St, Edinburgh West EH3 8EE).

Tickets for Trainspotting Live 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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