Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall

Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall

Undiscovered CountriesProfessional company

50 minutesSpace 1
Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall resurrects the biggest night in show business history as a messy, virtuosic, experimental lip-sync extravaganza. Sixty-five years after Judy’s iconic performance, NYC drag artists Xena Fauxbia and Soda Pressed worship at the altar of a queer icon, examining Judy’s experience to mine their own relationship to hunger and societal fatphobia. It’s a wacky, aching exploration of weighty desire and the absurdity of never quite fitting into "The Costume".

About Undiscovered Countries

Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall is a 50-minute drag cabaret by Undiscovered Countries, performed at Space 1 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. NYC drag artists Xena Fauxbia and Soda Pressed present a messy, experimental lip-sync extravaganza that revisits a famous concert sixty-five years after the original performance. The show examines Judy Garland's experience to explore the performers' own relationships to hunger and societal fatphobia, blending humour with aching inquiry. The show contains distressing themes and strong language. Suitable for ages 16 and over; tickets at £12.

Why see this show?

Part queer devotion, part sharp cultural inquiry — Xena Fauxbia and Soda Pressed use lip-sync and dark comedy to explore fatphobia and desire in a wacky, aching 50 minutes at Space 1.

Event Details

Monday 24 - Saturday 29 August 2026

All performances at 22:45

6 performances

50 minutes

Space 1

80 High Street

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2 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 50 minutes.

Where is it performed?

It takes place at Space 1 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 16 and over.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are priced at £12, with a concession rate of £10.

Are there any content warnings?

Yes — the show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes and strong language and swearing.

What type of show is this?

It is a drag, LGBTQ+ cabaret and variety show featuring an experimental lip-sync extravaganza performed by NYC drag artists Xena Fauxbia and Soda Pressed.

About This Cabaret Show

Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall is a cabaret and variety performance at Space 1 during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience variety entertainment with music, comedy, and sometimes burlesque. Cabaret shows create an intimate, glamorous atmosphere.

Venue: Space 1

Space 1 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

  • Dress up if you want to match the glamorous vibe
  • Table seating may be available - book early
  • Shows may include adult content
  • Tipping performers is often encouraged

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £12

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

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.Judy Garland Is Fat at Carnegie Hall represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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