Drag kings rule the Fringe: meet the women taking on masculinity at the Edinburgh festival

The Edinburgh Fringe 2026 features expert guidance from seasoned festivalgoer Andy Beill, who provides essential tips for those attending the event for the first time. Simultaneously, the festival highlights the influence of drag kings, with Arusa Qureshi profiling female performers who are challenging traditional notions of masculinity. Together, these elements showcase both the practicalities of navigating the festival and the diverse, subversive artistic performances that define the current atmosphere of the Edinburgh Fringe.