Up Your Ass
Lieselot Siddiki and Nona Demey Gallagher / detheatermaker • Professional company
Google Lieselot Siddiki and Nona Demey Gallagher / detheatermakerUp Your Ass
By Lieselot Siddiki and Nona Demey Gallagher / detheatermaker • Professional company
Google Lieselot Siddiki and Nona Demey Gallagher / detheatermakerAbout the show
Up Your Ass is Valerie Solanas' infamous 1965 comedy, presented by Lieselot Siddiki and Nona Demey Gallagher of detheatermaker at Main House, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. The text has had a controversial status in the feminist and queer community for years and is now seeing international theatre performance for the first time. The directors contacted Solanas' last living relative and were the first and only ones to receive permission to perform the play. The production runs 90 minutes, is rated 16 and over, and carries multiple content warnings including nudity, scenes of a sexual nature, scenes of sexual violence, strobe lighting and strong language.
Why see this show?
The first-ever international staging of Valerie Solanas' 1965 play — a piece that has long circulated in feminist and queer communities but never reached the stage until now. A genuinely rare theatrical moment.
£18
Tuesday 12 - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 11:30
12 performances
90 mins
6 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 90 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Main House, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.
What is the age guidance?
This show is for ages 16 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £18.
What content warnings apply?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, nudity, scenes of a sexual nature, scenes of sexual violence, scenes of violence, strobe lighting and strong language/swearing.
About This Theatre Production
Up Your Ass is a theatre performance at Main House during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 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: Main House
Main House 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: £18 - £19
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of sexual violence, Scenes of violence, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing
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.Up Your Ass represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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