Made of Magic – Poetry of Rage and (Be)longing
Jude FireSong aka Fabulous Phoenix Boy • Professional company
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By Jude FireSong aka Fabulous Phoenix Boy • Professional company
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Made of Magic — Poetry of Rage and (Be)longing is a spoken word show by Jude FireSong, also known as Fabulous Phoenix Boy, performed at the Fleming Theatre on the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A gender-queer disabled storyteller, visual artist and Mr Gay GB finalist, Jude FireSong revives this show about intersections of identity, transcendent love, found family and surviving a decade-long breakdown through creative practice and sheer stubbornness. Delivered with an unplaceable accent against a backdrop of original paintings, drawings and photographs, the show is a powerful love letter to the odd ones out. Runs 55 minutes and suitable for ages 16 and over.
Why see this show?
Jude FireSong's show is honest, richly sequenced and visually striking — spoken word poetry framed by original paintings and photographs. A love letter to the odd ones out, written in stubbornness and delivered with clarity.
£10 (7)
Friday 1 - Friday 22 August 2025
10:30, 22:50
14 performances
55 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Made of Magic about?
The show explores intersections of identity, transcendent love, found family and surviving a decade-long breakdown through creative practice, delivered as spoken word poetry against a backdrop of original paintings, drawings and photographs.
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 55 minutes.
What age guidance applies?
The show carries a 16+ age guidance.
Are there content warnings?
Yes — the show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of a sexual nature, scenes of violence and strong language. Content covers bullying, fatphobia, CPTSD, self-harm, suicidal ideation, teen suicide, queer and transphobia, and deadly violence including domestic violence.
How much are tickets?
Tickets are £10, with a concession rate also available — see the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
Where is the show performed?
The show is performed at the Fleming Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
About This Performance
Made of Magic – Poetry of Rage and (Be)longing is a spoken word performance at Fleming Theatre during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 55 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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Venue: Fleming Theatre
Fleming Theatre is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £10
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing, More information Content covers bullying, fatphobia, CPTSD, SH, s. ideation, teen suicide, queer/transphobia, deadly violence (inc. DV)
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Made of Magic – Poetry of Rage and (Be)longing represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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