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Why was Ariel so into that guy without ever speaking to him? Was it just cuz he had a boat, or was it because he lived in a different biome? Madison from Splash is autistic, right? What's insecure attachment, and why does it – what's the word – burn? Written and performed by New York comedian Betsy Carroll, the show uses the mermaid as a lens to explore neurodivergence, attachment theory, and sexuality-with the uninhibited candor of someone raised by a sex therapist. Her mom, Dr. Barbara Bartlik MD, occasionally drops in for live therapy.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Betsy Carroll's Slippery When Wet is by Betsy Carroll, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Just The Tonic at The Hive, 15-17 Niddry St, EH1 1LG, 6 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £8. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of sexual violence, Scenes of a sexual nature and Strong language.