5 Mistakes That Changed History
We all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history. After selling out two years in a row at both the Edinburgh and Adelaide Fringe Festivals, the smash-hit historical storytelling show returns with a brand new show about five people and how their mistakes changed the world.
Scottish Herald '20 Best Shows to see at the Edinburgh Fringe'
British Comedy Guide ‘Best Reviewed Shows at Edinburgh 2024’
★★★★★ “So engaging and entertaining that I forgot I was there to review it” Theatre Weekly
★★★★★ “Entertaining and informative” Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★★ “The perfect balance between entertaining and educating" Corr Blimey
- Sat, 08 Mar - Sun, 23 Mar
- 60 min
- PG
- $29 to $34
- All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction fee.
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The perfect balance between entertaining and educating - Eve Nugent, Corr Blimey
So engaging and entertaining that I forgot I was there to review it - Sass MacDonald, Theatre Weekly
Refreshing to have a few laughs and feel like you have truly learned something - Claire, One4Review
Coulter cleverly weaves the well-researched facts with modern day parallels; turning historical figures into relatable misfits - Natasha Wood, Glam Adelaide
Entertaining and informative - Michael Casey, Edinburgh Reporter
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The perfect balance between entertaining and educating - Eve Nugent, Corr Blimey
So engaging and entertaining that I forgot I was there to review it - Sass MacDonald, Theatre Weekly
Refreshing to have a few laughs and feel like you have truly learned something - Claire, One4Review
Coulter cleverly weaves the well-researched facts with modern day parallels; turning historical figures into relatable misfits - Natasha Wood, Glam Adelaide
Entertaining and informative - Michael Casey, Edinburgh Reporter
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Presented by: Paul Coulter
Paul Coulter is a British comedian and historian based in Sydney, Australia. His critically acclaimed live show, 5 Mistakes That Changed History, has become a huge hit on the comedy festival circuit, popular with history-loving audiences and comedy fans alike. The show has sold out two years in a row at both the Edinburgh Festival and Adelaide Fringe.
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