A person stands on a dimly lit stage under red light, facing upwards with arms bent and raised, dressed in dark clothing. The background is dark and smoky, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

A person stands on a dimly lit stage under red light, facing upwards with arms bent and raised, dressed in dark clothing. The background is dark and smoky, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

Four dancers in tattered, ghost-like costumes with white make-up perform synchronised ballet poses on stage

Four dancers in tattered, ghost-like costumes with white make-up perform synchronised ballet poses on stage

A person wearing dark clothing and a mask stands on a dimly lit stage, reaching towards a beam of light coming through a tall, arched stained-glass window. Dust is visible in the light.

A person wearing dark clothing and a mask stands on a dimly lit stage, reaching towards a beam of light coming through a tall, arched stained-glass window. Dust is visible in the light.

Big Live

Dracula

Fri 12 - Sat 13 Jun 2026

Venue: Festival Theatre

Fresh from a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand, the critically acclaimed Dracula makes its Edinburgh debut in 2026.

Driven by masterpieces from Bach, Rachmaninov, Mozart, Liszt, Mussorgsky, Mendelssohn, Saint-Saëns and Debussy, this haunting retelling unleashes a collision of desire, torment and immortality.

Choreographed by Joel Burke, the production features a powerhouse international cast of alumni from the Mariinsky Theatre, English National Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, The Australian Ballet, Queensland Ballet and more.

The production also features music by Emmy® Award-winning composer Jason Fernandez and award-winning set design by CTS (UK).

This production is destined to be love at first bite.

Presented by BIG Live in association with United Airlines.

"Rich storytelling, evocative set design, and breathtaking performances"
The Scoop AU

"A ballet production that's not to be missed"
Medium AU

A person wearing dark clothing and a mask stands on a dimly lit stage, reaching towards a beam of light coming through a tall, arched stained-glass window. Dust is visible in the light.

Four dancers in tattered, ghost-like costumes with white make-up perform synchronised ballet poses on stage

A person stands in a dark, red-lit space holding out a large cloak with both arms extended, creating a dramatic silhouette resembling bat wings.

Five ballet dancers lie on a dark stage with their right legs extended vertically. They are evenly spaced in a straight horizontal line, and the background is dimly lit, creating a dramatic effect.

A dancer in a dark outfit lifts a dancer in a purple dress high above his head on a dimly lit stage. The lifted dancer extends one leg upward and both arms out, creating a dramatic pose.

A person wearing dark clothing and a mask stands on a dimly lit stage, reaching towards a beam of light coming through a tall, arched stained-glass window. Dust is visible in the light.

Four dancers in tattered, ghost-like costumes with white make-up perform synchronised ballet poses on stage

A person stands in a dark, red-lit space holding out a large cloak with both arms extended, creating a dramatic silhouette resembling bat wings.

Five ballet dancers lie on a dark stage with their right legs extended vertically. They are evenly spaced in a straight horizontal line, and the background is dimly lit, creating a dramatic effect.

A dancer in a dark outfit lifts a dancer in a purple dress high above his head on a dimly lit stage. The lifted dancer extends one leg upward and both arms out, creating a dramatic pose.

Performance details

Show times: Evenings; 7.30pm; Matinee; 2.30pm
Running time: 2 hours, including 20 minute interval
Age suitability: 12+
Additional information

Discounts

Friends 2for1 on opening night if booked by 31 May 2026. 20% off all performances.
Read more about the Friends discount

Concessions £3 off

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