Actress, comedian, and songwriter Riki Lindhome is set to bring her Edinburgh Fringe hit show to Soho Theatre for a three-week run from 30th March – 18th April 2026

This a comedic one-woman musical, “Dead Inside” is a poignant mix of true stories and silly songs, delving into Riki’s unexpected and arduous fertility journey, offering a fresh perspective on a sensitive and still-taboo topic.

Infertility, while a common issue, remains largely unaddressed in mainstream conversation. With “Dead Inside,” Riki aims to break this silence, infusing her personal experiences with humour and candour. Audiences will be treated to an intimate portrayal of Riki’s tough journey to motherhood, navigating through the highs and lows with authenticity, razor-sharp wit, and infectious music.

From egg freezing to adoption, from getting dumped right before an embryo implantation to pregnancy loss and undiagnosed medical conditions, Riki fearlessly tackles every aspect of her completely unpredictable path that finally led to the birth of her now four-year-old son. With poignant storytelling and catchy melodies, she brings to light the challenges of infertility and the topic of surrogacy while emphasising resilience and hope.

With a career spanning 17 years, Riki is no stranger to the comedy or music scenes. As half of the beloved musical comedy duo Garfunkel and Oates, she has toured the world, released two comedy specials, counts Michelle Obama as a fan, and has amassed over 100m hits on YouTube.

Now, in “Dead Inside,” Riki takes the stage solo, offering a unique introspective take on a decade-long quest to have a child. Made all the more relatable by Riki’s brand of off-beat, quirky, and incredibly smart humour, this revealing hour carries an intimacy with the audience that few performers can conjure.

“I’m going to say the things people don’t say, without shame or holding back,” says Riki. “Through ‘Dead Inside,’ I hope to not only entertain those who are not experiencing infertility but also offer solace and support to those going through similar experiences and to ultimately feel less alone.”

Riki Lindhome’s career includes roles in acclaimed films such as “Knives Out” and “Under the Silverlake” and major hit shows “Wednesday”, “The Big Bang Theory”, “Brooklyn 99” and most recently “The Muppets Mayhem”.

She is half of Garfunkel and Oates, her musical comedy duo with Kate Micucci, and she is also the co-creator of TV series “Another Period” which aired on Comedy Central and was produced by Red Hour – Ben Stiller’s production company.

Additionally, Riki is an Emmy-nominated songwriter, and has contributed to animated movies and TV shows such as The Lego Movie 2 and the Spongebob Movie.

DEAD INSIDE
Soho Theatre Main House – Tue 31st Mar – Sat 18th Apr 2026
https://sohotheatre.com/events/riki-lindhome-dead-inside/