We all make mistakes, but they rarely change the course of human history. From comedian and historian Paul Coulter comes 5 mistakes that changed history, a journey between John Oliver and Horrible Histories about five mistakes that impacted our world. Combining history, narration and comedy, 5 mistakes that changed history It’s perfect for history lovers, the history-curious, and anyone who likes to learn new things while laughing.
Returning after a successful sell-out run across Edinburgh and the Australian festival circuit in 2023, Coulter presents an all-new show that uses intensive research to uncover a wide range of bugs from around the world. From small mishaps that impacted culture or food, to epic catastrophes that ended the empire at the hands of titans of history, this hilarious and fascinating show reveals it all.
5 mistakes that changed history fuses comedy, storytelling and history to take audiences on a journey through the past, learning incredible things about our world in a whole new way. Whether you loved or hated history in school, this is the show for you. Class credit not provided.
       
Creator Paul Coulter comments: Overcooking dinner or spilling tea may seem like a monumental mistake at the moment, but in retrospect it will hardly change the course of human history. I combed through the archives, read mountains of books (my library card worked!), and carefully crafted a varied and interesting mix of stories that are sure to surprise, entertain, and fascinate audiences with plenty of laughs along the way. .
Event: Assembly Studios (Studio Three), George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LH
