The Borrowed Room
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Start date
June 19, 2026 7:30 pm
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End date
June 21, 2026
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Summerhall Events
1, Summerhall, Newington, Edinburgh EH9 1PL
The Borrowed Room is a new Scottish chamber play staged at Summerhall from 19 to 21 June 2026.
Set in a public library meeting room in a remote coastal town, the play follows two men who grew up together as they record a conversation about leaving, staying and the stories people avoid telling.
It’s performed by Sean Connor and Craig Hunter, with Sam Pitcher directing. The piece deals with masculinity, shame, sexuality, silence, and belonging, so expect an intimate, dialogue-led theatre night rather than a big-stage production.
The Friday performance also includes a short post-show discussion. Ticket details and final timings should be checked with Summerhall before booking.
Key Event Details
| Event | The Borrowed Room |
| Date | Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June 2026 |
| Time | 19 and 20 June at 7.30pm; 21 June at 3pm |
| Venue | Summerhall |
| Event type | Theatre |
| Tickets | Summerhall website |
What To Expect
The Borrowed Room is described as an intimate chamber play about the stories people tell, the stories they avoid, and what it costs to finally speak.
What’s On Edinburgh lists the production at EAS / Summerhall Studios, with evening performances on Friday and Saturday and an afternoon performance on Sunday.
Tickets & Entry
Tickets are listed via the event website, with What’s On Edinburgh showing prices from £10.25 to £13.25.
Check the official event page before booking, especially if you are choosing between the evening and Sunday afternoon performances.
Location
The event takes place at Summerhall. For address details, map information and general venue notes, see our Summerhall directory listing.
Summerhall is near the Meadows, the University of Edinburgh, and Newington. It hosts theatre, music, exhibitions, festivals, and Fringe shows throughout the year.
Getting There
Summerhall is walkable from the Old Town, Southside, and Newington.
Several Lothian Buses routes run nearby on Clerk Street, South Clerk Street, and the surrounding Southside streets.
Our Tips
- Choose your performance date carefully, as Sunday is an afternoon show.
- Leave time to find the correct room inside Summerhall.
- Check the official event page for any access or venue-room notes.