5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche

5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche

Cheese Platter ProductionsAmateur Company

70 minutesThe Studio
It's 1956 and The Susan B Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein is having their annual quiche breakfast. As the widows await the announcement of the society's prize-winning quiche, the atomic bomb sirens sound! Has the Communist threat come to pass? How will the widows respond as their idyllic town and lifestyle faces attacks? Secrets come out as they wrestle with hysteria, survival and a fate worse than death: a world without quiche! 2024 NJACT Perry Award-winner for Best Play. Written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood. Featuring UK Olympian Sinead Kerr.

About the show

5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche is a comedy and LGBTQ+ theatre piece presented by Cheese Platter Productions. Set in 1956 at the annual quiche breakfast of The Susan B Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein, the widows face atomic bomb sirens as they wrestle with hysteria, survival, and secrets. Written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood, and featuring UK Olympian Sinead Kerr, the show runs 70 minutes at The Studio. Audience participation is involved. Age guidance 14+.

Why see this show?

A darkly comic period piece that folds Cold War paranoia, hidden identities, and an impassioned love of quiche into 70 minutes of audience-inclusive fun. Featuring UK Olympian Sinead Kerr in a production from an amateur company with theatrical ambition.

Event Details

Friday 7 - Saturday 15 August 2026

20:10, 13:25

8 performances

70 minutes

The Studio

41 George IV Bridge

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5 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£10 (8)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 70 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At The Studio, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £10, with a concession price of £8.

Who wrote the show?

It was written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood, and features UK Olympian Sinead Kerr.

Is the audience involved?

Yes — the show includes audience participation.

About This Theatre Production

5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche is a theatre performance at The Studio during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 70 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 Studio

The Studio 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 - £12

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Audience participation

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026

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.5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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