EdFringe Talk: Andrew Doherty: Gay Witch Sex Cult

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“I loved be kinda ignored by reviews/awards.”

WHO: Andrew Doherty

WHAT: “A sticky, spooky horror comedy about gender-reveal parties, demons from hell, and a Gay Witch Sex Cult (a sex cult for gay witches). ‘A comedy masterclass’ ***** (SpyInTheStalls.com). ‘Had me in a perpetual chuckle… Andrew Doherty’s performance is one of outstanding precision’ ***** (AllThatDazzles.co.uk). ‘Perfectly crafted and controlled’ ****½ (LondonPubTheatres.com). ‘The most I’ve laughed at a show, probably ever’ (LostInTheatreland.co.uk). ‘You’re a part of something special by the end’ (BingeFringe.com). London Pub Theatre Standing Ovation Award nominee. VAULT Origins Award nominee.”

WHERE: Pleasance Courtyard – Attic (Venue 33) 

WHEN: 23:00 (60 min)

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Is this your first time to Edinburgh?

No! I performed there as a member of the Durham Revue from 2014-2017, and with my sketch duo Megan from HR in 2019 alongside Ambika Mod. Ambika Mod went on to be an award winning actress who starred in This is Going to Hurt and One Day, and I went on to write a show called Gay Witch Sex Cult, which I think goes to show you that Edinburgh Fringe makes your dreams come true 🙂

What are the big things you’ve learned since 2023 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?

I actively feel I’ve gotten stupider since 2023, but whilst I wasn’t at the Fringe back then, it was very eye opening to see that so many incredible shows and performers I loved be kinda ignored by reviews/awards. I think there’s something there- Edinburgh is about so much more than official recognition, it’s a marathon with a different set of people cheering you on each day. That’s a really beautiful thing I said, and I’ve not said that before, so you’re welcome for this exclusive.

Tell us about your show.

I wrote it! I was trying to come up with a show that my comedy partner Ambika Mod (the award winning actress who starred in This is Going to Hurt and One Day) would hate, and I said the words Gay Witch Sex Cult, and she said “why?” and here we are!

I’m a huge fan of horror comedy, and knew that I wanted my debut show to be a testament to that, so it’s a mix of very very silly laughs and some slightly spookier moments. We’ve had successful runs at The Kings Head Theatre, Pleasance Islington, Soho Theatre and the Brighton Fringe where we were delighted to win the Best of Comedy award! So please come see it!

What should your audience see at the festivals after they’ve seen your show?

There are literally so many. I saw Sarah Roberts do a preview of her show Silkworm and it was so so funny, and I’ve heard such good things about Alex Franklin’s show Gurl Code and Lil Wenker’s Bangtail, so check those out! Also Aidan Pittman’s debut show Dr. Dolittle Kills a Man is one of the funniest things I’ve seen in my life, so you must go see that!

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