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When violent insurrectionists stormed the United States Capitol on 6th January 2021, they ruined a birthday forever. Kiely and Jessie are best friends who share the same birthday and the same big dreams of theatrical stardom. On the fateful day of the insurrection, their birthday goes from bad to worse when allegations emerge of their involvement in the attempted coup. Faced with their special day going down in infamy and spending the rest of their lives in prison, can Kiely and Jessie sing and dance their way to innocence?
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. January 6th the Musical is by Kiely Sugayan & Jessie Ballard and Speakerphone Productions, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at theSpaceTriplex, The Prince Philip Building, EH8 9DP, 7 August to 29 August.
The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £12. Content warnings: Strong language and Audience participation.