Soness: Sumo Injury Comeback Tour

Edinburgh 2026

Former English voice of Hello Kitty, Soness went from growing up homeless in a beat-up Datsun, to becoming one of Japan’s most recognisable English voices (until AI tried to replace her). Then she tried sumo wrestling. It didn't go well. Fast-paced storytelling blends voice acting, anime, video games, accidental athleticism, one spectacular injury. What happens when you realise you aren't the main character (and maybe never were?) Burbank Comedy Festival semi-finalist. 'One of the most genial hours on offer' **** (TheQR.co.uk). 'An intimate, fascinating glimpse into a life less ordinary –…

This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Soness: Sumo Injury Comeback Tour is by Soness Stevens Kitano / Free Festival, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 W Nicolson St, EH8 9DD, 6 August to 30 August.

The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Entry is free.