Twonkey's Zip Wire to Zanzibar
Paul Vickers / Free Festival • Amateur Company
About the show
Paul Vickers performs Twonkey's Zip Wire to Zanzibar in drag as the vaudevillian widow Twonketta, a lady who is somewhat late for church. This year's show is a thriller about rival rollercoasters and fairgrounds, set by a smoky lagoon in a valley once owned by an ex-milkman-turned-singer. The cast of recurring characters includes a Steve Martin puppet made from sanitary towels, a pocket princess and the flugelhorn-tooting Tutti Cnutti. Running 60 minutes at Other Room, priced at £5, for audiences aged 18 and over.
Why see this show?
A genuinely singular cabaret and drag performance built from accumulated oddities — rival fairgrounds, a sanitary-towel puppet, a flugelhorn. For £5, it is one of the more unusual ways to spend 60 minutes at the Fringe.
Thursday 31 July - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 20:15
22 performances
60 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£5
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Other Room as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The show is for audiences aged 18 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £5.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this show.
What kind of show is this?
A drag cabaret performance by Paul Vickers as the character Twonketta, featuring a narrative about rival rollercoasters and fairgrounds.
About This Comedy Show
Twonkey's Zip Wire to Zanzibar is a comedy performance at Other Room 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.
Expect an evening of laughter with professional comedians delivering their best material. Most comedy shows at Edinburgh run for 50-60 minutes, perfect for fitting multiple shows into your day.
Venue: Other Room
Other Room 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
- •Arrive 10-15 minutes early for the best seats
- •Front row seats may involve audience interaction
- •Check content warnings for adult material
- •Many venues have a bar for pre-show drinks
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £5
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: None
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.Twonkey's Zip Wire to Zanzibar represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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