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Drag, Satire, LGBTQ+, Theatre, Alternative comedy, Political - Edinburgh Fringe 2023

Babs for Life


Bon Appetit Theatre (UK)

At a post-scandal press conference, Preservative MP Babs Romance guides the audience through the highs and lows of her political career, with archive footage, dance numbers, speeches and flashbacks. As Babs puts herself at the centre of memorable political events, this unabashed drag show takes a satirical slant on those who govern us. Babs debuted as part of a lockdown series on BBC Radio in 2021, which was later archived as part of the country’s reaction to Covid by the British Library. Babs saw it all unfold, and has a vast and detailed story to tell…

Written, Performed and Directed by | Freddie Main

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Author Freddie Main

Language Performed in English

Dates 2 to 27 August 2023 (not 15) at 22:45 (0hr45)

Format Live in-person

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    • £8.00 - £12.00
    • 2-27 August 2023
    • 45 minutes
    • C ARTS | C venues | C cubed
    • subvenue main space
    • 14+ (guidance)
    • warning
      Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing
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    Celtic Lodge, Brodie’s Close, 304 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PS (venue 50)

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    Celtic Lodge, Brodie’s Close, 304 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PS (venue 50)

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