Wasteman
Theatre (drag, comedy)
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Venue 17Assembly George Square Studios - Underground
- 18:00
- Aug 28
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Joe Leather
- Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing, More information
- 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 18 months
Description
A bin man swaps steel-toed boots for stilettos to chase his dream of becoming a drag queen. This raucous one-person comedy play combines monologue, song and (of course) drag in a love letter to hard-working Northerners and gender euphoria, based on writer Joe Leather's real-life experiences working as a Refuse Loader through lockdown. 'An irresistible, uplifting, Northern drag odyssey' ***** (ToDoList.org.uk). 'A show that you cannot help but fall in love with' **** (BroadwayWorld.com). OffFest Finalist 2023.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: Lift access through the glass box into the main studio area. If not taking the lift there are 12 steps down into the performance space. There is level access via Windmill Lane off of Buccleuch Place.
- Stairs: 11- 20
Wheelchair access type: Building Lift
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 10 August, 18 August
- Type: Closed (Own Device)
- 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.
How and when to make an access booking
- Phone: +44 (0)131 226 0002
- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
- Find out more about access at the Fringe.
Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:
- Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
- Requires extra assistance when at a venue
- Has specific seating requirements
- Is a wheelchair user
- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Alan Calderwood 43 days ago
We both loved it. Funny, sad, thought-provoking, ultimately life-affirming, with a great solo performance.
Mandy T 44 days ago
Took my 2 daughters on a whim. Was not what we expected. Was so much more. Loved it. Laughed and actually cried. Go and see it!
Declan 'TéléDex-BaBrBo' Bracewell 46 days ago
Something tells me I should have queued earlier and get a better seat for this particular show, so the closer you are, the better. It was a good show though. Full of amusing quips and a little drama involving insecurities surrounding Joe. I'm not sure I loved the song like others have, but it was good overall.
Amy Anne 46 days ago
Highly recommend seeing WASTEMAN if you can- funny, moving, silly and superb!
Áindréas Fallon Verbruggen 47 days ago
Incredible performance and a captivating story. I've been wanting to see this show since the start of the Fringe and it lived up to the hype.
Highly Recommend.
Sammy James Dodds 47 days ago
We really enjoyed this piece, very funny and sweet. It reminded me of A Beautiful Thing, and the original Queer As Folk and builds up a story through disjointed snippets of the characters experiences.
Thanks X
Barbara Treen 48 days ago
Such a good show. Moving and funny.
Delia Lee 52 days ago
Saw the show this evening and loved it. An absorbing story, really well written and delivered with wit and sincerity. Joe is a great performer who told his story beautifully in a well paced, well crafted show. Congratulations on a great performance.
Lucy Rossen 53 days ago
What beautifully performed theatre! Joe has a fantastic stage presence and ooft what a STUNNING voice! Such a touching story, absolutely loved it!
Nancy Crookes 53 days ago
I really enjoyed Wasteman and loved Joe Leather's story , acting and the song and script. He is an amazing drag actor and his show is really well done . His story is definitely one to be heard and I would honestly recommend this show whole heartedly.
Thank you for Ans amazing performance on Tuesday 8th xx
Matthew Poe 55 days ago
Loved this show, Joe has such a fun, life-affirming story and it was so enjoyable to see his journey coming into his own as a drag performer.
Esme Thornhill-Davis 55 days ago
Wasteman is gorgeous, brilliant, funny, gorgeous and also brilliant. By far one of the best drag performances I have ever seen. Highly highly recommend!
Isabella Moriarty 56 days ago
O.M.G. not for me 25 mins was enough l had to leave the only plus was l got 2 for 1 have been to a few drag act shows but nothing like this
Alan Dickson 56 days ago
Not for me walked out after 25 minutes my brain was hurting trying to find something funny don't like giving bad reviews but he ho I never paid for the tickets my other half did if this is new comedy not for me might be I'm getting old
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