Edinburgh Fringe
Reuben Kaye: The Butch is Back
The 2022 global hit returns! 'What a powerhouse show from a phenomenal performer' (Chortle.co.uk). Fast, on the edge and brutally funny, Reuben Kaye is back to tear the world apart and put it back together. 'An icon!' ***** (EdFestMag.com). 'Hilarious' ***** (Advertiser, Adelaide). Backed by a full band, this show is guaranteed to have you on your feet screaming or bent over in hysterics. Kaye is utterly unforgettable and not to be missed! 'Colossally fabulous!' (Scotsman). 'The stand out performance of the Fringe!' ***** (ThisIsRadelaide.com.au). Winner: Best Cabaret Show, Off West End Awards 2023.
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Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing.
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Press articles
Best-reviewed Edinburgh Fringe shows 2023
Ed Byrne was the best-reviewed stand-up comic performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023, analysis conducted by British Comedy Guide has found.
British Comedy Guide, 4th September 2023NextUp Biggest Award In Comedy 2023 nominees
The nominees have been announced for NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy. 20 comedians are now in line to win a 2 metre inflatable trophy.
British Comedy Guide, 14th August 2023The 30 funniest jokes at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe
Brace to giggle... or groan - comedians headed to the Fringe give us their best gags.
The Telegraph, 2nd August 2023Reuben Kaye: 'Drag is about tearing down what no longer works'
Reuben Kaye has been in the eye of a media storm this year, facing religious outrage and death threats. The self-described 'actress, model and award-winning cry for help' defiantly tells us that he's not taking it lying down.
Becca Inglis, The List, 1st August 2023Reuben Kaye: It's the best of me...
He sings, he dances, he talks a hundred miles an hour and he's guaranteed to make you laugh.
Claire Smith, Entertainment Now, 30th July 2023Interview: Reuben Kaye
Returning to the Fringe with global success and a national media scandal in tow, Reuben Kaye tells Arusa Qureshi why comedy, cabaret and drag can offer a moment of levity.
Arusa Qureshi, Fest Mag, 26th July 2023Drag Performer Reuben Kaye Is Combating Death Threats with Comedy
The Edinburgh Fringe mainstay on why he considers drag "a very beautiful protest."
Margaret Hall, Playbill, 21st June 2023Edinburgh 2023: pick of the programme - drag and cabaret
Natalie O'Donoghue shares her top drag and cabaret picks from the Edfringe programme.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th June 2023Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 15th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 16th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 17th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 18th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 19th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 20th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 22nd Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 23rd Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 24th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 25th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 26th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |
| 27th Aug | 19:50 | Assembly George Square Gardens (Palais du Variete) |