About
What to expect
Theatre company Hopeful Monster uses puppetry and playful objects to look at how insects experience the world, with help from a young nature lover.
- Show is for ages 5+
- Three performers play the characters
- Show lasts 50 minutes, no break
- Performers do not talk but pull faces
- Performers may interact with the audience
- Soundtrack has a child's voice and music
Questions
When does Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster start and end?
Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster is on Friday, 20 November 2026, 16:30 until 12:20 the next morning.
Where is Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster?
Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster takes place at North Edinburgh Arts, 12C MacMillan Square, Pennywell Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh.
How much are tickets for Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster?
Tickets for Six Long Legs by Hopeful Monster cost from £0 at the theatre's official ticket shop.
How long is the show?
The show is 50 minutes long with no break.
What should I know before the show?
The three performers on stage do not talk, but they will pull faces.
In some parts the performers may interact with you.
There is a soundtrack with the voice of a child, nature sounds and music.
The show is for ages 5+.
Are there workshops too?
Yes, Hopeful Monster runs Imaginary Insects Workshops for ages 5+:
Friday 20 November at 15:30
Friday 20 November at 16:45
Saturday 21 November at 13:00
They are free, places are limited, and advance booking is recommended.
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Getting there
North Edinburgh Arts, 12C MacMillan Square, Pennywell Road, Edinburgh, EH4 4AB Edinburgh, Scotland, GB
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