The City for Incurable Women
Theatre
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LGBTQ+

The City for Incurable Women

fish in a dress • Professional company

60 minutes•Upstairs
Ladies and Gentlethem – Feeling a little upset? Have you tried hypnosis, psychoanalysis, smelling salts and it just doesn't work? Try The City for Incurable Women! Paris, 1880s. In a psychiatric hospital, female patients performed "hysteria" for the public. The doctors went to extraordinary lengths to prove their theories about the four stages of madness. International theatre-collective, fish in a dress follows the thread of the history of hysteria as the audience becomes complicit in an outrageous tale of medical misogyny. (Warning: hysteria cure not included).
Event Details

Wednesday 30 July - Monday 25 August 2025

All performances at 13:35

25 performances

60 minutes

Upstairs

60 Pleasance

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for The City for Incurable Women?

Tickets for The City for Incurable Women are £10. You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is The City for Incurable Women being performed?

The City for Incurable Women is being performed at Upstairs, located at 60 Pleasance. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is The City for Incurable Women?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

How do I book tickets for The City for Incurable Women?

You can book tickets for The City for Incurable Women through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is The City for Incurable Women showing?

The City for Incurable Women runs from 30 July 2025 to 30 July 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is The City for Incurable Women about?

The City for Incurable Women is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Theatre Production

The City for Incurable Women is a theatre performance at Upstairs 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: Upstairs

Upstairs 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: 14+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information Contains references to emotional abuse, mental health, misogyny, sexual violence and sexism. This show includes the burning of sage incense and loud noises.

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.The City for Incurable Women represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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