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Cinderella's gone – the lucky brat's living it up while her stunning stepsisters are left wondering why they don't get their happily ever after. Witness their magical, musical misadventure as they discover what it truly means to be "ugly". Packed with lush, original music, dazzling costumes, outlandish characters and comedic madness, Apparently Ugly is a gleefully deranged fairy tale for kids, adults and anyone who's ever felt not-quite-perfect. Written by Nicky Douglas. Produced by ERA Theatrical Productions.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Apparently Ugly: A Stepsister Story is by ERA Theatrical Productions, listed under Musicals and Opera in the Fringe programme. It plays at Underbelly, Bristo Square, Teviot Place, EH8 9AG, 5 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 5+. Tickets from £10. Content warnings: Strobe lighting.