Zeb: A Gender Odyssey

Based on truth, Zeb: A Gender Odyssey is a surprisingly emotional cabaret. Performing with glamour and style, Zeb Direen sits elegantly on the tipping point of perceived masculinity and femininity.

After years serving in smelly old footwear, Zeb, ‘retail assistant extraordinaire’, is promoted to homewares and is now a pillow and quilt expert. Zeb also uses ‘they’ and ‘them’, instead of ‘he’ or ‘she’ when describing themself. They just want to find where they belong…  or escape into their favourite musical numbers for solace and reprieve.

Using comedy and storytelling, and accompanied by the incredible Amanda Hodder on the piano, Zeb : A Gender Odyssey is a heartfelt exploration of what it takes to thrive in a world defined by the expectations of others.

I’ve wanted to do this show for quite a while but now it’s happening because I’ve actually got the backing to make it a show rather than just me showing up to some pub, singing a few songs and then saying ‘gender is fucked’ I can actually make this something that a broader audience will come and watch.”

Zeb Direen