Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin

After selling out in Edinburgh in 2025, the award-winning fringe sensation about the life of Charlie Chaplin returns to the UK in 2026. Winner of The LIST Edinburgh Festival Award for 'Best Fringe Show From Adelaide', this is a physical comedy not to be missed.

Hailed as one of the most dazzling performers to emerge on the fringe circuit, Marcel Cole gives a stunning one-hour homage to the extraordinary life and career of the cinematic icon and arguably the greatest physical comedian of all time.

This is a joyful and poignant theatrical gem that celebrates the genius of Chaplin through mime, physical comedy and daredevil tomfoolery.

Expect to be blown away by a whirlwind hour of inspired physical storytelling recounting Chaplin’s impoverished beginnings, rise to meteoric fame, and political exile in Switzerland. This is fringe theatre at its best - delivered with warmth, wit and Marcel’s signature mastery of physical comedy.

★★★★★ "Magnificent" - The LIST (UK)
★★★★★ "Mesmerising" - State of the Art Media
★★★★★ "A sparkling gem" Glam Adelaide
★★★★★ "Both tender and hilarious" Perth Happenings
★★★★★ "Cole has perfected the art of mime" The AU Review
WINNER - 'Best Fringe Show from Adelaide' - The LIST Edinburgh Festival Awards, 2025
WINNER - 'Best International Show' - Hollywood Fringe, 2025
WINNER - 'Audience Favourite' - San Diego International Fringe, 2025

A one man physical comedy show created and performed by Marcel Cole.
Written by Marcel Cole with permission from the Chaplin Estate.

Duration: approximately 60 minutes straight through
After the performance ticketholders are invited to join an optional Q&A with performer Marcel Cole in the bar.
Recommended age : 10+

Friday 4 September 2026 : 7.30pm
Saturday 5 September 2026 : 7.30pm
Sunday 6 September 2026 : 2.30pm

Tickets : £15.00
Available from https://swallowtheatre.co.uk
or telephone 01988 850368

The Swallow Theatre
Moss Park
Ravenstone
Whithorn
DG8 8DR