About Ashish Vijh
Ashish Vijh is an engineer and MBA graduate who spent twenty years doing life correctly — corporate jobs, start-ups, a carefully curated LinkedIn presence — before realising it felt like a performance. His debut stand-up hour, Performative Male, unpacks masculinity, ambition, wellness culture, therapy-speak and the exhausting art of pretending to have everything together. Blending personal stories, cultural observations and several questionable life decisions, Vijh asks what happens when the life you confidently explained to everyone suddenly stops making sense.
Why see this show?
A sharp, playful debut hour that gets at something genuinely recognisable: the gap between the life you perform and the one you actually inhabit. Vijh brings a dry, self-aware perspective shaped by both corporate culture and the comedy circuit.
£7.50
Friday 7 - Saturday 29 August 2026
All performances at 20:40
21 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Performative Male about?
After twenty years navigating corporate and start-up life, Ashish Vijh noticed that success felt like a performance. The show unpacks masculinity, ambition, wellness culture and therapy-speak through personal stories and cultural observations.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
Performative Male is performed at Sprout Studio.
Is there an age restriction?
The show is for audiences aged 18 and over.
How much are tickets?
Tickets start at £7.50. See the booking link on this page for current prices.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this show.
About This Comedy Show
Ashish Vijh – Performative Male is a comedy performance at Sprout Studio during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: Sprout Studio
Sprout 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
- •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: £7.5 - £15
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: None
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.Ashish Vijh – Performative Male represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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