Extant Returns to Edinburgh Fringe Festival with Enhanced Accessibility

Extant, the UK's leading professional performing arts company for blind and visually impaired artists, is set to return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Building on the success of its 2025 program, the company will present three 'Enhance' shows alongside a new showcase, in partnership with Underbelly as the principal venue partner. This initiative marks a significant advancement in embedding accessibility across the festival and elevating the profile of visually impaired-led work. Extant's efforts have led to a notable increase in accessible shows at the Fringe, growing from less than 1% in 2024 to projections of 10–12% in 2026. (ucan2magazine.co.uk)