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'Ultimately feelgood, Hajar, Like Badger is a lovely blend of song and autobiographical stand-up that'll lift your afternoon' (Scotsman). British-Iranian stand-up, singer and Channel 4 Secret Genius finalist Hajar J Woodland debuts a musical comedy about the voice she wasn't allowed to have. Raised in a Muslim household where singing on stage was forbidden, she became a professional singer anyway – performing for footballers and finance bros while chasing the kind of love Dawson's Creek and 90s romcoms promised her. Hajar blends stand-up, original songs and state-school nostalgia to explore…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Hajar, Like Badger is by Hajar J Woodland, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Hoots @ The Apex, 31-35 Grassmarket, EH1 2HS, 7 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £2.50. Content warnings: Strong language.