The City of Ladies
By City of Ladies Theatre • Semi-professional company
Google City of Ladies TheatreAbout the show
The City of Ladies is a 60-minute offbeat comedy at Eve on the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, presented by City of Ladies Theatre and aimed at audiences aged 16 and over. Using puppetry, drag and special hats, the show follows ladies Rectitude and Reason — two of three muses, with Justice on a wicked comedown — as they help Christine de Pizan imagine a city built and populated exclusively by women. The show asks what it means to be a lady, and who gets to decide. Tickets start at £9. Content warnings include audience participation, strobe lighting and strong language, and food or drink may be consumed by performers and offered to audience members.
Why see this show?
Puppetry, drag, special hats and Christine de Pizan — The City of Ladies takes a genuinely unusual historical premise and plays it for laughs without losing the point. The question of who decides what a lady is turns out to be a very good one to spend 60 minutes on.
£9
Wednesday 30 July - Sunday 10 August 2025
All performances at 19:40
12 performances
60 mins
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The City of Ladies about?
Ladies Rectitude and Reason help Christine de Pizan imagine a city constructed and populated exclusively by women, while exploring what it means to be a lady and who gets to decide.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets start at £9.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 16 and over.
Are there content warnings?
Yes — the show includes audience participation, strobe lighting and strong language. Food or drink may be consumed by performers and offered to audience members.
Where is the show?
The show takes place at Eve at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
About This Theatre Production
The City of Ladies is a theatre performance at Eve 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: Eve
Eve 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: £9 - £12
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Audience participation, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing, More information Food/drink consumed by performers and offered to audience members.
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 of Ladies represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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