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Reuben Kaye: The Butch is Back

 
Jessica Leanne Review by Jessica Leanne 5 Published: 19 Aug 2023 Assembly George Square Gardens Show Dates: 15 Aug 2023-27 Aug 2023

“If you like dick and hate tories this is the show for you” – Reuben Kaye 2023

The stage presence of Gaga if she were a tall white Australian man.

I was gagged from start to finish, Reuben Kaye is one of the best performers I have seen at this year’s Fringe. A voice that will knock your bloody socks off and the dirtiest humour (that he only gets away with because he’s so stun). I was laughing and clapping like a deranged woman throughout. Kaye once again explains all that’s wrong in our patriarchal prejudiced world all through a wee song and dance.

Kaye talks about his coming out to his father, gender politics, and much more with a sprinkle of glitter. This quasi stand-up cabaret has all the hilarity of a typical comedy set but with a refreshing leftist, political awareness. Backed by a whole band Kaye stomps the stage with all the charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent to start a clinic. I was genuinely blown away by his voice, so powerful with the inflections of Freddy Mercury and the stage presence of Gaga if she were a tall white Australian man.

Kaye’s humour is intelligent with a lot of political chat that may peev right wingers off, this show is informative camp, a true celebration of queer people and an example of beauty through adversity.

This glamazon stuns the Fringe again this year with the show being sold out on night 1 and a standing ovation at the end and rightfully so, an hour of comedy, cabaret and clarity.

I would recommend this show to everyone, gay or straight, politically left… or not… Reuben Kaye is mesmerising.

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The 2022 global hit returns! 'What a powerhouse show from a phenomenal performer' (Chortle.co.uk). Fast, on the edge and brutally funny, Reuben Kaye is back to tear the world apart and put it back together. 'An icon!' ***** (EdFestMag.com). 'Hilarious' ***** (Advertiser, Adelaide). Backed by a full band, this show is guaranteed to have you on your feet screaming or bent over in hysterics. Kaye is utterly unforgettable and not to be missed! 'Colossally fabulous!' (Scotsman). 'The stand out performance of the Fringe!' ***** (ThisIsRadelaide.com.au). Winner: Best Cabaret Show, Off West End Awards 2023.