Shame Show
Colm McCready and Fergus Wachala-Kelly with SkelpieLimmer • Professional company
Shame Show
By Colm McCready and Fergus Wachala-Kelly with SkelpieLimmer • Professional company
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Shame Show is a 60-minute LGBTQ+ sketch theatre show by Colm McCready and Fergus Wachala-Kelly with SkelpieLimmer. Stranded inside by Storm Seamus, Adam and Stevie are stuck in a rural Northern Irish fixer-upper with a failing relationship. With no TV, they parody noughties television formats — Straight in Their Eyes, The Weakest Twink and Top of the Poppers — to confront home, happiness and heteronormativity. The show deals with queer identity, big-city dreams and the meaning of home. Age guidance is 16 and over; content warnings include strong and homophobic language, strobe lighting and distressing themes.
Why see this show?
A sharp, funny and emotionally honest piece about queerness, home and belonging, set against a noughties TV parody framework. The combination of sketch comedy and genuine feeling, from a professional company with Fringe and festival pedigree, makes this one to catch at The Green.
Wednesday 30 July - Monday 25 August 2025
All performances at 15:30
24 performances
60 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£10
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 16 and over.
What content warnings apply?
The show includes strong and homophobic language, strobe lighting, audience participation and contains distressing or potentially triggering themes.
Where is the show performed?
The show takes place at The Green.
What is the ticket price?
Tickets are £10.
What kind of show is this?
It is an LGBTQ+ sketch theatre show combining parody of noughties television with themes of queer identity, home and relationships.
About This Theatre Production
Shame Show is a theatre performance at The Green during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.
Venue: The Green
The Green 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.
Tips for Attending
- •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
- •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
- •Latecomers may not be admitted
- •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: £10 - £15
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing, More information Strong and homophobic language
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
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.Shame Show represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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