EDINBURGH 2017:BWW Q&A- You've Changed

Tell us a bit about You've Changed

You've Changed is a sharp-witted, provocative one woman show about the ins and outs and ups and downs of transitioning. It's an autobiographical piece about change - the ways in which I've changed, the world has changed and those still trying to catch up.

The show looks at gender and the roles in our society, drawing upon Fred and Ginger routines, music, song, film and contemporary dance. You've Changed is provocative and funny; charming, but challenging. It asks people to confront some of their own prejudices and poses the questions, "I've changed, have you?"

Why bring it to Edinburgh?

Trans visibility is a key part of the work I do and there is nowhere more visible than Edinburgh! We want to be part of this festival as artists and activists.

What sets it apart from other shows at the Fringe?

It has me in it and it's about me! No other show can claim that.... I think trans led work is still in short supply, but we are finding our voices and style. It's got a brilliant creative team, with Olivier award winning director Mark Whitelaw and legendary choreographer Lea Anderson MBE leading a team of brilliant musicians, stylists, designers and videographers. I transitioned in 2013, but the show sets my story against a rich backdrop of 1930's inspired design, song, music and dance, as it may well have been back then for all there was in terms of attitudes and information.

Who would you recommend comes to see you?

This show is is about how much I have changed but also how much you've changed, and the fact that change can be such a positive thing, rather than something to be feared. It's for anyone who loves a good story told creatively. I am a queer, trans woman so it appeals to LGBT audiences and all our fabulous allies... but we always need more.

Why is it important for people to see?

It's a very live exciting and important experience seeing a trans person share their story. I once had a trans teenager come out to their family for the first time during the Q+A at one of my shows- a live transition! So the power of theatre for positive change can't be underestimated. I want people to feel they can join in that experience, be entertained, but go away more enlightened and switched on.

Timings and ticket information for You've Changed are available on the edfringe website.

Photo Credit: Lee Baxter

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