2022 Edinburgh Fringe
Aidan Sadler: Tropicana
Join queer cabaret icon Aidan Sadler as they take you on the award-winning journey to Tropicana! Nothing is safe from ridicule so be led on an exploration of body image, heteronormativity and sometimes wearing a dress round the house on a muggy day. Here, you'll experience belting 80's synth-pop nostalgia punctuated with world class stand-up comedy. Featuring electrifying 80's hits from Spandau Ballet to ABC, Tropicana returns to Fringe from its sell-out, extended run in 2021 to explore, bend and abuse the gender binary.
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Jamie Wareham, Forbes, 31st July 202315 shows (+ a bonus) our very own Natalie thinks you should see at this year's Fringe
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Jeremy Watson, The Times, 6th August 2022Interviews: Aidan Sadler, Baby Lame, Eric Schmalenberger
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Laura Kressly, Fest Mag, 4th August 2022EdFringe talk: Aidan Sadler: Tropicana
"Keep an eye out for performers out on the street without huge gimmicks, big casts. Those are usually the hidden gems of the Fringe."
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 3rd August 2022Edinburgh 2022: Pick of the Programme- Cabaret
With over 3000 shows now onsale for the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, trying to narrow down what to see can be a bit of a task. BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 14th June 2022Performances
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| 3rd Aug 2022 | 22:20 | Assembly George Square Theatre (The Blue Room) |
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