Looking for an unforgettable show at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025? Apocalipsync by Argentine performer Luciano Rosso is a wildly inventive hour of physical theatre, mime, dance and lip-sync comedy — all performed without a single spoken word. This bold and genre-defying solo show, held at Assembly Roxy in Edinburgh’s Old Town, blends laugh-out-loud humour with thought-provoking commentary on lockdown, isolation and digital culture.
During the pandemic, while most people were baking bread or doing online workouts, Rosso was developing the unique physical and creative skills that power Apocalipsync. The result is a high-energy, physically demanding performance that shows off his extraordinary control, timing and comic flair.
Rosso’s lip-sync performance to Mariah Carey’s Emotions is a clear highlight — especially when he tackles that legendary high note — but this isn’t just a camp musical cabaret. Through exaggerated facial expressions, tightly choreographed movement, clever props and a kaleidoscope of characters, Rosso invites the audience into a surreal and hilarious world that’s both absurd and strangely moving.
The venue, Assembly Roxy, is the perfect backdrop — a converted church space that adds atmosphere to Rosso’s visually rich performance. With themes ranging from pandemic isolation to hyper-connectivity, Apocalipsync will appeal to fans of visual theatre, clowning, drag and performance art.
Is Apocalipsync worth seeing at Edinburgh Fringe 2025? Yes — especially if you’re after something different, energetic and full of creative brilliance. It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s certainly a show you won’t forget.
Tickets for Apocalipsync
🎟️ Full Price: £15.50 | Concession: £14.50
📍 Venue: Assembly Roxy, Venue 139, Roxburgh Place, Edinburgh
Fringe Genre Tags: Physical Theatre, Mime, Dance, Lip-sync, Comedy, International
Edinburgh with kids rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Please note – we received press tickets for the purpose of this review but all reviews are our own! Tickets are available here.
