Tempt21 wrote:
WOW ok we left this one feeling a little bit dirty and overwhelming need to self-hug!! Brilliant actor yes, show a little long - yes, shock value - yes, yes, yes!!!! .. 3 left the show half way through - maybe not some peeps cup of tea!!!

fairyflight wrote:
Genius!

Mia wrote:
This was an interesting show; certainly different to anything else you'll see this Fringe. The lead performer has a wonderful voice and is ably assisted by their moustached accompanist; often creating spot-on harmonies. The character is engaging, confronting and powerful, and gives an overarching impression of honesty and sorrow with a hint of vulnerability. I really enjoyed this show but, unfortunately, didn't feel particularly moved by any part of it.

JazzHands wrote:
An outstanding performance from a very talented man.
Don't go if you are easily offended. Do go if you believe cabaret and art is about holding up a mirror to society.

WTSIG is exactly what fringe and cabaret is about. I applaud the creators and performers for their extraordinary bravery!

Go see it - you'll never think of breakfast the same way again...

poppins_ wrote:
Totally inappropriate, vulgar and crass. Adored every minute of it! My father would probably have walked out after about 2 minutes.

Poor Peter and Leonie! hahaha.

Still got the blowjob for breakfast lyrics in my head.

Awesome show - made my day! =)

F10NATIC wrote:
This is "fringe". It's waaay out there. Charley the hermaphrodite/'himaphrodite' (switches through the show) pushes the "poetic" boundaries of obscenity and disturbing verbal imagery, punctuated with theatrical ear-splitting bursts for effect and shock.
One of the most unique personas you may ever have an opportunity to listen to and then wonder - are his stories his life?, are they true? could there really be a club called "Piss Lips"?
Originality 9/10. Execution 9/10.
Appeal? -anyone's guess.

egigi1979 wrote:
really on the fence with this one. there were moments of brilliance but just didnt live up to the potential i saw. probably more a reflection on me than the performance x

Iza wrote:
Yes, don't take your grandparents, but do check out this show.

Bradson has the most amazing dark eyes and a mesmerising quality that many performers would envy.

I think it was too long and could be edited for its next run, but it's a show that has stayed with me.

SarahHS wrote:
This is the most mesmerising performance I have seen... quite possibly ever. Bradson's voice drips with heartbreak, romance, brutality and beauty - whether he's speaking, singing or simply standing still. It is a performance that feels lived on stage to the viewer and it's like watching a theatre burn - exhilarating, tragic, hypnotic. It is pure joy to experience. Open your mind, your heart, your eyes, your legs, your mouth and let Charlie (and Boris) seep into every crevice.

charleeup wrote:
funny, cruel, vulgar and thoroughly entertaining. Feels a bit like someone watched Hedvig and than got out a pen and paper, but apart from that it's great.

EcoAmy wrote:
A fabulous fringy show! Eccentric and engaging, Tommy Bradson is a talent in his roles as the gender bending hermaphrodite. He sustains a brilliant energy throughout the show, entertaining with his sultry voice delivering somewhat crass yet delightfully quirky songs. Loved it!

fantasticfx wrote:
When the Sex is Gone is probably one of the most remarkable and engaging performances I have seen recently. From the moment Tommy Bradson enters as the first half of the hermaphrodite, we are captivated by his/her story. He also does pay out the fact he is a straight man playing this role. Definitely worth a look, but probably don't take your nanna. Song highlights include: "Don't tell me to F*** Myself when I can't" and "Blowjob for Breakfast". Can't wait to see this show again.