Being a woman! Being over 40! Sex! Kath has found the solution to these problems. Yoga! Based on three yoga self-help books from the 1960s. You don't have to be a woman, you don't have to be over 40 and you don't even have to be sexual. Watch as Kath delves into the Kama Sutra, discovers what 'the four types of women' smell of and almost does some yoga.

A couple running through the rain to catch a bus. A man staring at a blank laptop screen in desperation. A woman opening an envelope to find a photo inside. A new house on a new street with new neighbours. A roughly 72 minute show, read from a little black book, by a scruffy, bearded, glasses-wearing man in a red check shirt and black jeans who does not own a pressure washer. A new storytelling show written and performed by Sam Freeman (Every Little Hope You Ever Dreamed, Every Time I Close My Eyes). This show has minimal references to dogs. In association with the Lawrence Batley Theatre, Huddersfield.

Armed with power-ups, melee weapons and enough energy drinks to kill a small dog, Player One and Player Two are on a mission to uncover the truth about women in the gaming industry... When your world is falling apart and nothing makes sense, who wouldnt want to escape to a reality where youre the one in control? But with gamergate, gatekeeping and growing up to contend with, perhaps being in control isnt as simple as it appears... Hold onto your joysticks. This Award-Winning dark comedy from Dogmouth Theatre was created to heal the edgy teenage not-like-other-girls girl inside us all. This is a show about video games, the women that love them and the community we wish would love us back.

She squeezes my hand, smiles and says You and me babe, we're in for a good night! Returning to Porters by popular demand,HoneyBEE pulls its audience into a gritty, sexy festival atmosphere. Fleabag meets Kae Tempest, with a dash of dirty bass. A spoken-word solo show, blended with stand-up, dance, and a banging soundtrack. This marathon feat of gig theatre follows Kate as she flits & stumbles through her twenties fuelled on highs & hedonism. With a heady mix of music, stand-up and spoken word, Kate represents a generation's search for purpose and the need to dance in the face of adversity. For 27 year olds, anyone whos been a 27 year old, and anyone who will be a 27 year old. For anyone whos wanted to feel enough. HONEYBEE RESPONSES: Best Newcomer Award 'One of the most dazzling performances of the month. Elle Dillon-Reams is a star in the making.' The Scotsman ThreeWeeks Editors Award Winner HoneyBEE has a truth at its pulsing heart that you cannot help but be moved by ThreeWeeks Dillon-Reams lulls us into an immediate friendship. The Guardian 'Eleanor Dillon-Reams one-woman show relates to all previous and current twenty-year-olds. Her body shifting from one character to another with such ease you could be fooled into thinking there was another cast member present.' Ed Fest Mag Trigger warnings: Grief, substance misuse, body dysmorphia, disordered eating.

What do we choose to remember, and what refuses to be forgotten? Join us for a night of brand-new short plays exploring the theme of memory, written by emerging Welsh and Wales-based writers. These script-in-hand performances offer a raw and intimate glimpse into stories shaped by nostalgia, unreliable recollections and conflicting accounts of the past. The full lineup will be announced soon. Scratch Club is brought to you by Script Club Cardiff. Follow us on instagram @scriptclubcdf

God created something beautiful and then she made it better. Have you heard of the Bible? Familiar with Adam and Eve? Well... this has nothing to do with that, but people love an existing IP, so for the sake of marketing, yes, this is the absolutely true and biblically accurate retelling of the first book of the Bible and not a sexy rude harp cabaret about being a trans lady of a certain age (publicly 26 years old). Why do we wait to be happy? In 2021 after transitioning socially over 10 years prior, Sam finally starts HRT,First Woman looks at how that changed her body, her relationships, and the way the public, friends, and people she is intimate with relate to it. Examining the past and present, the history of transness, the way childhood trauma shapes our understanding of ourselves AS WELL AS the rise of British transphobia in public life. (AND IT'S A COMEDY!) The Sensational Sam Hickman - British Comedy Guide Michelle Visage mixed with the musical and comedic ability of Victoria Wood - Broadwaybaby She has already perfected the act of cabaret - Fringereview Trigger Warnings: Rude/crude humour, strong language, original music

A brilliantly bold, tour-de-force performance, hilariously funny, profoundly emotional, a powerhouse production. In an age of patriarchy, where women's bodies are commodified objects,MEAT is an electrifying roar of fury, a rallying cry of protest & unifying celebration of strength packed with heroism & heart. Shame breeds in silence, this show gives a safe space to roar, for anyone whos got a body. Follow A girl from age 9 into her 30s, detailing her journey through puberty, misogyny, and identity. A solo performer, but a story that is all of ours. Based on verbatim accounts.MEAT is a playful and poignant exploration of identity. A dirty dive into the foundations of power, an injection of a new narrative. A theatrical hybrid of poetry, clowning, cabaret and dance featuring original music written by multi-award winner Elle Dillon-Reams, 'Best Newcomer' The Scotsman. MEAT played to sell out audiences in Edinburgh Festival 2023, written and performed by award winning artist Elle Dillon-Reams. Trigger warnings: Misogyny, Scenes of violence, strong language/swearing, references to sexual violence, references to assault, references to disordered eating, body dysmorphia.

Period Drama by Olga Kaleta (with integrated BSL by Sherrie Eugene-Hart) is a surreal, episodic show about mental health, identity and recovery that mixes autobiographical storytelling with bold physicality. Exploring personal experiences of chronic anxiety in a world where fear is starting to look like common sense,Period Drama offers a deep dive into the question of wellness through a feminist lens, via slasher flicks, bloody knickers and existential dilemmas of insects. Combining dark humour and physical comedy, this poignant, beautiful, laugh-out-loud performance challenges ideas of who we are and what we are meant to become. Supported by Arts Council England and Arts Council Wales. Trigger warnings: Frank discussion of sexuality and mental health, strong language.

Leave your sanity at the door and indulge your inner weirdo with Chaos: The Cabaret. An all new mixing pot of everything cabaret, bringing you an amalgamation of the weird, the rude and the hilarious. With acts from across south wales and the west midlands, this chaotic concoction of performers will serve you up a showcase to remember. Drag performer Lana Del Gay (Jamie Dean Nicholl), one half of the drag Haus of Essem, will be your fabulously outrageous host, taking you on a unique journey through everything Chaos has to offer. Leaving their wig on the floor, they will be performing both as their drag persona and as Jamie, the creative mind behind the face paint. Why have one half of the Haus of Essem when you could have both? Bee-Dee Essem (Leo Pawlin), will be taking to the Chaos stage to bring you nothing less than trans excellence. This drag clown will be flirting with the line between thought provoking and just downright stupid, but whats Chaos without a mess, bad dancing and severely questionable choices in human form. With the world feeling shter and the stresses getting greater, what better way is there to let off steam? Bring your friends, have a drink and just laugh at the state of it all. Whether you're looking for a fun lighthearted night out, some LGBT+ community spirit, are a seasoned cabaret goer, or just want to see something new, Chaos has something delicious for everyones appetites. The anticipated theme of this CHAOS: The Cabaret event will be... CANCELLED. With cancel culture surrounding us- our performers will discover what being cancelled means to them within modern pop culture and our daily lives. With nothing off limits for our performers, this cabaret will leave you howling, with some of the best up and coming talent around to be announced! Trigger warnings:Sexual references, crude humour, explicit language.

Theres been a murder! When the pub landlord in her sleepy village is mysteriously murdered, middle-aged armchair detective Miss Boot cant resist running a vigilante investigation. Shes watched Death in Paradise, Midsomer Murders and Vera for long enough, who says she cant kick her little grey cells into gear and crack the case? Bolstered by her new best friend (the wife of the deceased) and the nosy old lady from next door, Miss Boot follows the baffling trail of clues deep into the seedy underbelly of the Parish Council Bake Sale, behind the pews of a tricky sermon and to the bright lights of Cardiff. Will she find the means, motive and opportunity? And can the killer be caught? Get your knitting needles at the ready and join in the quest to give Miss Marple a run for her money. Miss Boot Solves a Murder is a wild one-woman comedy with one actor performing over 30 characters, at least one song and a chase scene through Cardiff and the Bay all on her own. Expect mime, physical comedy and a lot of murder mystery puns in the race to catch the killer!

Vonda wants to be famous. Theres just one problem: she has zero talent. No voice, no rhythm, and acting that borders on disaster. But Vonda refuses to give up. She's tried everything - vision boards, lucky crystals, affirmations - everything except actual magic. Until now. When a mysterious spell book lands on her doorstep, Vonda sees one last shot at stardom. One spell later, and poof - enter Jack: a faded theatre legend, now a ghost, bitter and forgotten. Jack offers her a deal: hell make her a star, no auditions required. All she has to do is say yes. The stage lights glow. The applause roars. Vonda finally has everything shes ever wanted. But fame always has a price. What begins as a dream come true spirals into a haunting game of ambition, betrayal, and identity. As the curtain rises on a shocking twist, Vonda finds herself trapped in a spotlight she never expected - and shes not the only one. Now, caught between the living and the dead, Vonda must decide what fame is really worth... and whether its too late to rewrite her story. Darkly funny, heartwarming, and a little bit haunted, this is a story about chasing dreams, making peace with failure, and putting on one hell of a show - even in the afterlife.

"Fresh, funny and original... might be the most life affirming show you are likely to find this Fringe." - Brighton Source Prepare for a hilarious and heartwarming journey into the great unknown with Delightfully Dark, where laughter meets the afterlife in a cabaret that celebrates the absurdity of death! Join Victor Von Plume for "a thought provoking, laugh out loud performance blending cabaret, stand up and theatre" (Fringe Review) as he takes you on a camp, humorous exploration of mortality through song and audience participation. This one-of-a-kind show embraces the quirks of our finite existence, blending humour with poignant reflections that will leave you both amused and introspective. With fresh, funny, and original songs, Delightfully Dark discovers that life is about moments, ambitions, and dreams - " not the perfect ones we chased, but the imperfect ones we lived." Whether you're a fan of the macabre or just looking for a good chuckle, this show reminds us all to live life to the fullest - after all, we are just passing through! "Do not miss it." - Theatreinbrighton

Aliens is an interdimensional mash-up of stand-up, sketch, and strange human talents. Expect hilarious lifeforms, bizarre behaviour, and cosmic variety from the finest Earth comics and extraterrestrial oddballs. Bring your tin foil you're going to need it. Nothing is too weird. Absolutely no humans allowed.

Princess Sparkles is a professional princess for hire. Appearing at a five-year-olds birthday party somewhere near you, shes a little unstable, very available, and just that little bit too much... She's eager to share with children the joys of life through a Disney filter. However, a tad flustered and running late, it appears more than her costume may be coming apart at the seams...

A works-in-progress variety night see brave new acts take to the stage and be part of their creative journey. Open mic, scratch night and cabaret all rolled into one! We welcome creatives from every discipline to practice and develop new work. Stand-up comedy, drag, poetry, live music, theatre... its anything goes! Come along to support budding talent in this evening of entertainment. These events offer a transitional space for artists and creatives to test drive new ideas in front of a real audience. WIP Cardiff is modelled on a successful format that has been running in Norwich for the last 3 years, produced by Reflex Theatre. This event is produced by Georgie Matthews with the support of Reflex Theatre. Georgie moved from Norwich to South Wales last year and is excited to bring WIP to Cardiff!

Join a fabulous group of singers and a live pianist for an evening of musical theatre mayhem! In Miscast Cabaret, we throw the rulebook out the window and sing all the roles wed never be cast in and absolutely love it. Expect wildly inappropriate song choices, unexpected twists, and heartfelt performances from an alternative cast who dare to dream big and belt bigger. Intimate, playful, and joyously subversive this is musical theatre, but not as you know it. Come celebrate mischief, mayhem, and pure miscast magic. All bets are off. All songs are on.

The Dice Decides! A new show by Clumsy Cabaret. Inspired by Dungeons and Dragons, you play against the performers and join in the story. Our host, Vanity Act will play our dungeon master and guide us through the Halloween inspired story, and you will roll to decide if youre going to change the performers song, steal their props or take part in the routine yourself. As always, Clumsy Cabaret prioritizes neurodivergent, disabled and under-represented performers.

In I Don't Have a Maths GCSE, Mia Borthwick takes us on a laugh-out-loud musical comedy journey through her own insecurities and low self-esteem after being diagnosed with Dyscalculia. From struggling with school to feeling like a failure in her career, Mia turns her personal struggles into relatable and hilarious anecdotes. Whether you've failed an exam or still dont have a clue what algebra is, this show is a reminder that our individual quirks and foibles can make us all the more interesting in the end.

Follow 25 years in the life of Carys, who lives in a Welsh community by the sea and her mission to tackle the effects of climate change by educating the local villagers. Whilst all the while the tides are rising and the waters are coming in. The Woman on the Hill is an original, touring theatre show with toe-tapping tunes, that addresses climate change, inspiring audiences to consider their role in creating a better world.

Welcome to Underdog Anthems, a cabaret celebrating the unsung heroes and overlooked champions of the musical theatre stage. Step into a world where the spotlight isn't just for the leading man or the ingenue, but for the scrappy sidekick, the determined dreamer, and the character who steals the show when you least expect it. We all know the iconic solos and soaring duets that define a musical's legacy, but what about the songs that fuel the fire of the underdog? The heartfelt ballad sung by a character striving for a better life? The comedic showstopper from the loyal friend who's had enough? Or the triumphant anthem from the person who finally gets their moment in the sun? These are the stories we're here to tell tonight. From the rebellious spirits who refuse to conform to the unwavering hope of those who see the good in a challenging world, we've curated a setlist that champions the resilience, grit, and humour of those who refuse to be counted out. Well delve into the tender moments of self-discovery and the powerful declarations of independence. Youll hear from the overlooked chorus member who longs for their shot at stardom, the friend who always stands by your side, and the character who finds their strength in the face of adversity. Underdog Anthems is more than just a performance; its a tribute to the human spirit and a reminder that greatness can be found in the most unexpected places. It's a night of laughter, tears, and a whole lot of heart, celebrating the songs that give a voice to the voiceless. So grab a drink, settle in, and get ready to root for the little guy. Because tonight, the underdogs are finally getting their due. Join us as we raise a glass to the heroes who prove that you don't have to be the star to shine.

Welcome toThe Alternative Cabaret: Musicals - Songs I'll Never Sing, where the stage is stripped bare and the truth is laid gloriously, hilariously, and sometimes heartbreakingly, on the line. Forget the soaring anthems and saccharine duets you know. This isn't a tribute show; it's an exorcism. Led by a cast of rising stars all of whom have spent years honing their craft, navigating the labyrinthine world of auditions, and occasionally, picking themselves up after a particularly brutal rejection. Maybe youre too tall, too short, too old, too young, cant juggle, cant play guitar, cant dance, cant do a Portuguese accent...who knows, but the role isnt for you. Ever wondered what its like to belt out a divas showstopper when youre built for character roles? Or deliver a villains menacing monologue with the vocal range of a Disney princess? This is where those repressed desires come to life. Prepare for an evening of audacious reinterpretations, unexpected gender swaps, and a healthy dose of theatrical anarchy. Youll witness leading men tear into ingenue ballads with unexpected vulnerability, and sopranos deliver gritty, gravelly rock anthems with a twinkle in their eye. But beneath the laughter and the audacious vocal acrobatics lies a profound and relatable human story. Each performer shares the "why" behind their chosen song the dream role that was always just out of reach, the genre they secretly yearn to conquer, or simply the pure, unadulterated joy of tackling a challenging piece purely for the love of it. Its a celebration of talent, resilience, and the sheer, unadulterated passion that fuels every performer, whether theyre gracing the largest stage or a dimly lit cabaret. The Alternative Cabaret - Musicals: Songs I'll Never Sing is more than just a collection of songs; it's a peek behind the theatrical curtain, a raucous and poignant tribute to the unfulfilled desires and boundless creativity of the performing spirit. Join us for a night that's less about perfection and more about exhilarating, unvarnished theatrical truth. Youll laugh, youll gasp, and you might just shed a tear for the songs that, until now, were destined to remain unheard.

In the depths of the Porters Theatre, a mythical Welsh wrestling legend, long thought missing, has decided to act out his plan to take vengeance on those he has considered his long time foes: stand up comedians. Comedy Smackdown is a stand up comedy night where the best of the stand up circuit (who are brave enough) get together in a one night competition where they will be challenged in uniquely created matches which will challenge their ability to think on their feet and create moments that you will only be able to recall by using those fateful words of you had to be there. Their prize will be to be crowned that night's Comedy Smackdown Champion, an award they will only be able to achieve by impressing their audience enough to earn your vote! Join good ol JD, alongside his trusty companion Ref, will be there to reside over proceedings and to guide through this crazy world. Expect swerves, turns and suplexes! We should note legally that Porters Theatre have ensured us that no suplexes, whether with intent for comical or intentional purposes, can be performed on any hosts, performers or audience members at any point.

An Autumn-Anal Drag Cabaret. The summer nights are drawing in. The autumn fruits are ripe for plucking. The Cwm Rag gals are back on stage, And gagging for a sweatyshow! Thats right love, Wales premiere troupe of gender illusionists are BACK with a show that will knock your Equi-socks off! For their first time gracing the boards of the Porters Theatre Stage, Cwm Rag present: EQUINOX - An Autumn-Anal Cabaret Sensation. Join us for songs, shows, rituals and gossip. Gather round our hearth for a show for all the pumpkin spice girlies (and their admirers). Hot Girl Summer is SO over Say hello to Bog Witch Autumn. Pop your beachy cork wedges back in the closet. Slip your feet into a sensible winter boot, and stomp your way down to Porter's forCwm Rag: EQUINOX. Dont forget to bring a tin for the donation box. In-date please babes! xoxo Stick around after the cabaret For Cwm Rags Big Porters Takeover Party - Clwb Rag! More shows, surprises and dancing til late!