Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys

Name: Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys
Start: 2026-08-17 13:20:00
End: 2026-08-17 14:10:00
Location: Studio Four

Max Prentice • Semi-professional company

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50 minutes•Studio Four

Comedy

Alternative Comedy

Character Comedy

Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys

50 minutes•Studio Four

By Max Prentice • Semi-professional company

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A one-man beauty contest in which I play all the parts and the audience pick the winner. What is a boy meant to be? It's a question on everyone's lips, and one I intend to answer once and for all in the fairest way I can think of: a beauty pageant! Mr Boy is a high-energy one-man show full of big silly characters. It's absurdist zany fun with something for everyone. I think you'd really get a kick out of it!

About Max Prentice

Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys is a high-energy one-man show by Max Prentice at Studio Four, Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Prentice plays all the contestants in a beauty pageant designed to answer the question of what a boy is meant to be. The audience gets to pick the winner. Filled with big silly characters and absurdist zany fun, the show uses the pageant format to explore identity and masculinity from unexpected angles. Running for 50 minutes, it is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.

Why see this show?

A genuinely inventive premise — one performer, multiple characters, one contest, and the audience decides the outcome. The absurdist approach makes space for something surprisingly thoughtful about masculinity.

Tickets

£12 (11)

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When

Monday 17 - Monday 31 August 2026

All performances at 13:20

14 performances

Duration

50 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue

Studio Four

George Square

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 50 minutes.

Where is it on?

At Studio Four, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.

Is there audience participation?

Yes — the audience votes to pick the winner of the beauty contest.

What are the content warnings?

The show contains scenes of violence and strong language/swearing.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are £12. See the booking link on this page for current availability.

About This Comedy Show

Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys is a comedy performance at Studio Four 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.

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: Studio Four

Studio Four 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: £12 - £14

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Scenes of violence, 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.Mr Boy: The Beauty Contest for Boys represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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