Dystopia Presents

The Rock Opera

Dystopia: The Rock Opera storms into Òran Mór with blistering musicianship, razor-edged satire and cinematic stagecraft. International Times’ Kevin Short gave it 11 out of 10, called it “a fantastically clever rock satire” packed with great tunes, ironic lyrics and continuous graphic/lyric video; see his review in International Times. internationaltimes.it/edinburgh-festival-fringe-202FringeReview’s Tim Wilcock praised a show that draws you in, inexorably, with strong singers, great musicians and songs that linger long after the final note”; read FringeReview. fringereview.co.uk/review/edinburgh-fringe/2025/dystopia-the-rock-operaExpect an immersive, multimedia show—innovative animations, striking masks and a stellar live band—delivering varied, epic songs from anthemic rock to dark cabaret. Louder Than War highlighted the propulsive energy and storytelling, while Louderthanwar.com/dystopia-the-rock-opera-falkirk-the-rock-bottom-live-review Must See Theatre hailed it as political, angry and entertaining—and, ultimately, a beacon of hope in a darkening world. louderthanwar.com/dystopia-the-rock-opera-falkirk-the-rock-bottom-live-review mustseetheatre.com/review-satirical-new-rock-opera-is-powerful-indictment-of-global-politics-triumph-of-musicality-and-funny-too  For Glasgow audiences who crave great music and breakthrough political theatre, this is a five star, must see, satirical spectacle with heart: bold, ambitious and exhilarating.

Door time: 7pm

Start time: 7:30pm

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