Little Squirt
Theatre (cabaret, musical comedy)
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Venue 26Summerhall - Anatomy Lecture Theatre
- 19:40
- Aug 26
- 1 hour
- Country: Australia
- Group: Darby James and Quiet Riot
- Warnings and additional info: Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing
- 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 do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Join Australian musical comedian Darby James for his multi-award-winning cabaret about the process of sperm donation. On this unforgettable voyage with all original songs, Darby clicks a Facebook ad and gets swept up on an hilarious, heartfelt adventure. As he navigates medical questionnaires, psychological evaluations and musings on potential parenthood, Darby finds himself stranded as a seaman in moral purgatory, facing the question: should we be having children? Winner of the Edinburgh Touring Award and Best Cabaret at Melbourne Fringe Festival 2023, and nominated for six Green Room Awards, Darby James dives headfirst into his international debut.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: Once in the Courtyard, standing facing the Royal Dick, enter through the ground floor double doors to your left. Anatomy is directly ahead. 10 steps to top of theatre space.
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Level Access
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 2 August
- Type: Open
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
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Nigelo Chippzta 20 days ago
Can I give more than 5 stars, 7, 8,9....Darby's fringe debut performance is exceptional ! He navigated the entire gamut of dilemmas around parenting however you identify, gay, queer or heteronormative. I took my friend as a birthday treat and we both loved it, totally original script deluvered with charm and panache by Darby. I am grateful we were early for front row seats.
Briiliant, dont miss this one
Maddy 20 days ago
Loved it! 5 stars! If you’ve ever asked yourself the question “do I want children?” (No matter your gender) this show is for you! I found it really relatable and helpful to have some of those big questions reflected back to me all inside a funny and light hearted show. Highly recommend!
Ali W 25 days ago
5 Stars. Highly recommend this clever piece of musical/comedy/cabaret. A fascinating story told with a supreme balance of comedy, sensitivity and vulnerability. Congratulations!
Heli Kurjanen 29 days ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tyler Maxey 31 days ago
Fantastic! Original, well acted, many excellent rhymes, and a nice mix of humor and heart, I highly recommend it!
Dalia Abrams 32 days ago
Amazing! So well done. Thoughtful, sensitive, funny. We really enjoyed this show! Darby is amazingly talented!!! Thanks for a wonderful experience!
Benjamin Grimm 32 days ago
My boyfriend and I really enjoyed this musical. The real triumph of the show is the lyrics which succeed in driving the story along smoothly while also working in really clever rhymes (like "peruse" and "FAQs"). A few of the monologues felt a bit on-the-nose and the tonal shift from tongue-in-cheek lyrics to more preachy prose was at times abrupt, but on the whole the musical really just 'worked.' The song about writing a letter and "the violence of your life" are songs that will stick in my head. Darby James has taken a subject that could be puerile and superficial and milked it (apologies for the pun) for all its sensitive and emotional depth.
Aaron 34 days ago
A musical masterpiece and a thought provoking story of Darby James and the process he went through (physically, emotionally and mentally) of donating sperm. Whether you have had children, thought about having children, or whether you've ever considered donating, there are aspects of Derby's story that can be related to by everyone. One of Edinburgh Fringe's most exciting new acts that I recommend everyone should see.
Sarah 34 days ago
Darby is so likeable and engaging - it's so difficult for solo performers to keep a rooms attention like that but we were all hooked. His voice is fantastic, especially in the last big numbers. The show itself is really well written, cheeky but wholesome and thought provoking all at the same time. I'd highly recommend!
Maria Paz Coo 35 days ago
I loved every bit of the show. It's a musical from top to bottom, with original witty songs. The sperm donation topic is approached from a reflective philosophical point of view in a way that it’s 100% enjoyable and leaves you thinking about it no matter what gender you identify with.
Keith Abrams 37 days ago
Best show I've seen so far at Fringe (out of a dozen)! Brilliantly done, Darby hit the trifecta of terrific. writing, acting, and singing, and the venue is quite intimate. A very thoughtful and personal play. Highly recommend it!
STEPHEN DAVIS 37 days ago
A moving show full of laughter and tears. Darby James sensitively shares the emotional roller-coaster of donating sperm through witty lyrics and profound reflection. The audience clearly loved it. I went home uplifted.
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Theatre Weekly 27 days ago
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