Jessies

Presented by A Bunch of Jessies Ltd · UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND

theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall · Haldane Theatre

7 - 15 Aug

70 min · Age SIXTEEN

100% available

9 performances tracked

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About the show

Winner of the Creative Arts Award at the Proud Scotland Awards 2025, this powerful new play follows three unforgettable drag queens – The Jessies – and the staff of the infamous Jessie’s Bar in Scotland. Spanning from 1980 to 1995, the story dives into the highs and lows of queer life during a time of upheaval, hope and hard-won joy. Set against the backdrop of a changing world, this hilarious and deeply moving play is a celebration of resilience, love and the enduring power of community.

Keywords

Queer Historical Drag Poignant Resilient Community Explicit Uplifting Dramatic Humorous

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