The Breakup Variety Hour
The Breakup Variety Hour follows the emotional arc of putting yourself together after heartbreak, blending original music, humor, and audience interaction.
Premiering at Joe's Pub in New York City, it has since toured the United States, London, and Australia, including the Melbourne and Sydney Comedy Festivals. Creator Ariana DiLorenzo — performing as Ariana and the Rose — draws from personal experience to craft an evening of resilience and empowerment. Ariana has performed on the Kelly Clarkson Show, shared the stage with Cyndi Lauper, toured the UK with Foxes, Allie X and plyed Brighton Pride, and amassed over 15 million streams and 90 million social media video views, she has been featured in British Vogue, TimeOut, The Guardian. Her debut album Lonely Hearts Club earned praise from Billboard and People, with critics predicting her ascent from indie act to mainstream star.
"Soaring ballads and sassy upbeat tunes feel like the soundtrack to a noughties romantic comedy or a millennial’s favourite pop album ★★★★" - The Age
"It feels like therapy! ★★★★★“ - Lilithia Reviews
"Each step followed by an original performance showcasing Ariana’s song writing, vocal talents and theatrical flair ★★★★★" - Sydney Arts Guide
"It’s campy, it’s thrilling! ★★★★” - Theatre Matters
“ Comical, irreverent, feisty and earnest,” - Broadway World
“Ariana and the Rose hilariously walks through heartbreak” - Billboard
Studio Four, Assembly George Square, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
5th - 31st August 2026, 18.55
Tickets from £9.25
Performed by Ariana and the Rose
Creative & production
Ariana Di Lorenzo - writer
Adam King - lighting designer
PVP - consultant GM