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Domestic abuse isn't funny, but this show is. Trailblazing comedian James Barr returns to Edinburgh with his bold, award-nominated, 'genre-defying' (ArtsHub.com.au) stand-up hour about the things his ex-boyfriend did to him, including a pushy-wushy down the stairsy-wairsy. Shortlisted at The British LGBT Awards. ‘Gloriously empowering’ ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). As seen on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Hits Radio UK and the British Podcast Award-winning A Gay and A NonGay.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. James Barr: Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex to My Mum) is by Lee Martin for Gag Reflex, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Underbelly, Bristo Square, Teviot Place, EH8 9AG, 27 August to 29 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets are £18. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes.