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A broke actor in New York turns to “gay massage” to make rent. What follows is a darkly funny, unfiltered descent into sex work, addiction, blurred boundaries and the relentless need to be wanted. From awkward first clients to a night that spirals out of control, this brutally honest solo show explores intimacy, shame and survival in a world where attention feels like love. How far would you go to feel desired – and what happens when that’s all you know how to be?
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. A Gay Masseur's Guide to Happy Endings is by Austin Jennings Boykin, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Greenside @ George Street, The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street, EH2 2PQ, 7 August to 22 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets from £10. Content warnings: Scenes of a sexual nature and Nudity.