Distraction Hero – A Stand-Up Show
Distraction Hero – A Stand-Up Show is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at PBH's Free Fringe @ Southsider. It has 8 performances listed, running from Sat 15 Aug, 14:10 to Sat 22 Aug, 14:10. 8 performances are currently on sale through the Fringe box office.
About this show
In a world of great uncertainty, there is one hero that can distract it. From the fjords of Norway, the neurotic and people-pleasing trans comedian, Thea Thorkildsen delivers a fun stand-up show about being different and finding her role in uncertain times. Her comedy has been described as funny and moving. Expect hilarious oneliners, fun and personal stories, interesting perspectives. You don't want to miss out!
Details
- Venue: PBH's Free Fringe @ Southsider
- Genre: COMEDY, LGBTQ+, Stand-up
- Country: NORWAY
- Running time: 50 minutes
- Performances listed: 8, of which 8 currently on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: level
- Access features: Step-free access
- Venue notes: Wheelchair access type:Level Access Stairs: None Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Sat 15 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Sun 16 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Mon 17 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Tue 18 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Wed 19 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Thu 20 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Fri 21 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free
- Sat 22 Aug, 14:10 — Free, non-ticketed — turn up, no booking — Free