The Plot at Summerhall
Dates: 8/6/2026 - 8/31/2026
📍 Theatre: Summerhall
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The Plot is a high-stakes theatrical thriller set in the immediate aftermath of the Gunpowder Plot, blending courtroom drama, backstage theatre and epic tragicomedy into an exploration of power, truth and storytelling. Two brothers stand accused of high treason while a playwright weaves their story into a new masterpiece to save his own skin. Written and directed by Emma Howlett, the production features performers Sophie Kean and Abby McCann, with design by Ellie Wintour, lighting by Ed Saunders, and sound and composition by Sarah Spencer. This is the fourth production from theatregoose, known for highly physical, visually immersive and intellectually sharp work.
Cast and Creative Team for The Plot at Summerhall
Cast
Melissa Pullinger
Ensemble
Jack Mullings
Ensemble
Emmeline Hartley
Ensemble
Abby McCann
Ensemble
Sophie Kean
Ensemble
Creative Team
Ren Williams
Co-producer
Emma Howlett
Writer-Director
Ellie Wintour
Set, Costume & Props Designer
Will Spartalis
Sound Design and Composition
Ed Saunders
Lighting Designer
Sarah Spencer
Composer & Sound Designer
Kirsty Mann
Writer & Performer
Connor Reidy
Director
Connor Pullinger
Creative Collaborator
Melissa Pullinger
Writer and Performer
News About The Plot at Summerhall
THE PLOT to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2026 from theatregoose
June 16, 2026 theatregoose will present the world premiere of The Plot, a theatrical thriller set after the Gunpowder Plot, written and directed by The Stage Fringe Five honoree Emma Howlett, running at Summerhall's Main Hall during Edinburgh Fringe.
THE PLOT To Have World Premiere At Edinburgh Fringe
May 05, 2026 theatregoose will present the world premiere of THE PLOT at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Written and directed by Emma Howlett, the production draws on the aftermath of the Gunpowder Plot to explore storytelling and power.About the Theatre
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