Ginger Johnson Blows Off!
Theatre (comedy, drag)
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Venue 33Pleasance Courtyard - Beyond
- 18:30
- Aug 24
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Pleasance & Soho Theatre, in association with Tim Whitehead
- Warnings and additional info: This show contains strong language, haze, flashing lights, loud noises, a sweaty woman and audience participation.
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Join comedian, crash mat and winner of Drag Race UK Ginger Johnson as she swaps her stilettos for safety goggles and takes a death-defying leap from the runway to the real world. Expect big hair, big heart and big laughs as Britain's ditziest daredevil takes on her biggest challenge yet and asks the question: just how far will she go for a round of applause? Bursting with stunning looks and cunning stunts, this is not for the faint of fart. 'Brilliant, bizarre and completely unmissable!' ***** (Time Out). 'Packed with laughs' (Stage).Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Queue in cobbled courtyard. Access to space via locked lift, please notify venue ahead of your visit if you require use of the lift and ask at Info Shed upon arrival for access. Lift dimensions are 1200mm x 1200mm, max. weight 500kg. Performance space is on the First Floor with 20 steps up a permanent stone staircase with handrails.
- Stairs: 11- 20
Wheelchair access type: Building Lift
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Brad 37 days ago
We have never seen Ginger live, and absolutely had to after watching her on Drag Race UK. She did not disappoint. We would see another Ginger Johnson show in a heartbeat. Ginger sang, performed tricks, and death defying acts of danger.
A 38 days ago
This just didn’t work - childish and not showing off Ginger’s true talents. It felt forced and out of place for what she could have pulled out. If you believe fart jokes are funny, go ahead and see it.
Paul Cunningham 42 days ago
Seems I saw a different show from other reviewers. This was tedious and childish. I was expecting a lot better.
Ash Bestos 44 days ago
After winning a particularly big title from a rather prestigious televised drag competition, the question remains: where do you go from here? Ginger's response is to put on a spectacle. Kicking down the door with an attitutde and perspective you don't often see in the drag scene nationally, let alone at the Edinburgh Fringe. This show is crammed with gags, original songs and stunts that'll leave you scratching your head about how she manages to do it all whilst looking that fabulous.
Yvonne Moffat 48 days ago
Ginger at her best as always! Just the right amount of silliness and nonsense I would have expected having seen Ginger a few times before. Not forgetting the genius original songs (sung live no less) and ‘Jen’ the assistant was equally as funny. Keeping a serious face through the show is not an easy feat! Loved every minute
MTynan 49 days ago
What an action packed, hilarious show. Didn’t expect anything different from the awesome Ginger. Brilliant singing, daredevil antics and a huge cannon!! What more do you need for a fun time, Amazing
Donny 50 days ago
This was an hour of fun with an undercurrent of suspense - how far would Ginger go in her quest to be the biggest big shot? Needn't have worried, Ginger blew us all away! Absolutely brilliant.
Stuart Clive Herritty 51 days ago
100% what you could expect from a celebrity drag queen! camped up silliness. exaggerated, hyped up and funny.
Ashley 51 days ago
Loved Ginger on Drag Race UK and love Ginger now! Tons of wild and silly fun, singing and camp!!!!
James Beetham 52 days ago
Just wow! I loved Ginger on Drag Race UK, I voted for her and was so happy when she won. I'm pleased to say this show did not disappoint at all - Ginger is a fantastic performer, so funny but full of heart. This show is SILLY but then Ginger has always described herself as the silly sausage lady - so come to have fun and you'll have a great time. A world class drag queen being blown out of a cannon! Yes please! 5 stars from me!
Marion 52 days ago
Wow, what a great show! Ginger mixes her usual humour and excellent musical numbers with the appetite for a new challenge- becoming a daredevil drag queen! This show was sold out the day we went and I can see why. If you’re expecting excitement, peril and a whole lot of laughs, this is the show for you!
Rob 58 days ago
I appreciate it was maybe the first night or early days, but the show was 40 minutes late to start with no explanation or apology. Having loved seeing her on Drag Race I was looking forward to this show, but it was a one star at best. Very one note and juvenile - fart jokes and silly stunts - really? No wit or intellect - juvenile slap stick at best.
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