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Documentary maker and musician Sarah turns the lens on herself in this 'poignant and powerful cabaret' (TheIrishWorld.com), blending storytelling, live music and song. From her childhood on the Irish border in Derry to international success, she explores identity, family dysfunction and survival through the music of Bowie, Bush, Weill, Sondheim and Kander and Ebb, alongside her own work. 'Even a little bit of McGuinness is good for you' (MusicalTheatreReview.com). 'The epitome of female glamour and strength' (Readers Digest).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Sarah McGuinness: Grit, Glitter and Gaslight is by Dangerbag Productions, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Gilded Balloon Teviot, Teviot, EH8 9AJ, 5 August to 31 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets from £9.