Elouise Eftos’ Fringe Debut: Navigating Comedy, Feminism, and Sexiness
Elouise Eftos made a stellar fringe debut at Edinburgh Festival 2025 with her show 'Australia’s First Attractive Comedian,' a tongue-in-cheek exploration of comedy, feminism, and sexiness. The performance, which ran at Pleasance Courtyard, features her witty commentary on the relationship between beauty and humor, including jokes about cat-calls, the expulsion of Pete Best from the Beatles, and her comparison to Dolly Parton’s Jolene. Eftos challenges societal norms by highlighting the gap between herself and 'normies,' while also addressing feminist critiques through a routine involving correspondence with senior female comedians. The show includes a segment where she acts as a malfunctioning 'femmebot,' exploring themes of identity and self-perception. The performance blends humor with insightful commentary on gender, beauty, and the complexities of being both attractive and funny.