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Elf Lyons

Elf Lyons is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Woman on the Edge, Elf Lyons Is The Woman on The Edge, and The Misandrist.

STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2026
The Woman on the Edge
[Off-Broadway]
2026
Herself
[West End]
2023
Rachel [Replacement]

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Writer
Performer

News

Potted Panto Announces Full Cast for Anniversary Production
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026

The long-running comedy show marks its twentieth anniversary with a complete cast announcement for the upcoming POTTED PANTO production.
Elf Lyons to Perform THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE at Soho Theatre Walthamstow
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2026

Sky Arts Award-winning comedian Elf Lyons will perform THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE at Soho Theatre Walthamstow from January 27-30, 2027, following Edinburgh Festival Fringe and New York runs.
ELF LYONS IS THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE to Extend at SoHo Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026

British performer Elf Lyons extends her New York debut of ELF LYONS IS THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE following sold-out Edinburgh Fringe success and strong audience response in Manhattan.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 1, 2026- Matthew Morrison Returns to JUST IN TIME and More
by - Oct 1, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Suzy Eddie Izzard Visits ELF LYONS IS THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 30, 2026

Following a sold-out run at The Edinburgh Fringe, Elf Lyons is making her New York and US debut with her new show, Elf Lyons Is The Woman on The Edge, running at New York's SoHo Playhouse through October 18. Suzy Eddie Izzard recently dropped by and posed with Elf backstage. Check out photos here.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
Photos: Elf Lyons Is The Woman on the Edge to Make NYC Debut
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026

Elf Lyons brings her Edinburgh Fringe hit to SoHo Playhouse following 29 five-star reviews. The autobiographical comedy explores love and heartbreak through theatrical storytelling.
SoHo Playhouse to Launch First Curated Fall Season and Subscription Package
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026

SoHo Playhouse announced its first fully curated Fall season, featuring eight main house shows and four Huron Club performances, alongside a new discounted subscription package for audiences.
Kate Dolan, Marty Gleeson And Claire McCluskey Win The Comedians' Choice Awards 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2026

Kate Dolan: Trout has won Best Show at the 2026 Comedians' Choice Awards, with Marty Gleeson named Best Newcomer and Claire McCluskey honored as Best Person.
THE COMEDIANS' CHOICE AWARDS 2026 Reveals Edinburgh Fringe Shortlists
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026

British Comedy Guide and Angel Comedy have announced shortlists for the 2026 Comedians' Choice Awards, voted on by comedians performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, spanning Best Show and Best Newcomer categories.
EDINBURGH 2026: Review: ELF LYONS IS THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE, Beyond At Pleasance Courtyard
by Clementine Scott - Aug 17, 2026

The Fringe is full of women on the edge, but none quite like Elf Lyons. From the word go, Lyons is teetering on her tiptoes, as though wearing heels she’s not quite comfortable in, clad in a taffeta minidress slipping down from her shoulders, and affecting an accent that lands somewhere between Russian and 1950s transatlantic. It’s as though a film noir femme fatale has time travelled, and found herself befuddled by the intricacies of modern dating.
DICKENS: THE READINGS Will Come to Assembly Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026

Frank Skinner will join Elf Lyons, Gail Porter and Ahir Shah for guest performances of Dickens: The Readings at Assembly George Square Studios during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
EDINBURGH 2026: ELF LYONS Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Aug 3, 2026

BWW catches up with Elf Lyons to chat about bringing Elf Lyons is The Woman On The Edge to the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Elf Lyons to Make NY and USA Debut at SoHo Playhouse With THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2026

Comedian Elf Lyons will make her New York and US debut with her new show, The Woman on The Edge, running at New York’s SoHo Playhouse this fall, with performances beginning in September.
THE WOMAN ON THE EDGE to Play Edinburgh Fringe with Elf Lyons
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2026

Sky Arts Award winner Elf Lyons brings her new show to Pleasance Courtyard at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, blending stand-up, mime, opera, and clown work to explore heartbreak and resilience.
EDINBURGH 2026: All BroadwayWorld's Coverage So Far!
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 29, 2026

A compilation of all of BroadwayWorld's pre-Fringe coverage for 2026. We've rounded up BroadwayWorld's pre-festival coverage for the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Check out our Q&A's, interviews and recommended shows for a hint at what to see out of the thousands of shows on offer. 
London Clown Festival 2026 Celebrates 10 Years Of Clowning Across London
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026

The LONDON CLOWN FESTIVAL marks its 10th anniversary with performers from Poland, Mexico, Venezuela, Australia, Italy, the USA, and the UK, appearing at Soho Theatre and Jacksons Lane.
BLISS and More Set For Pleasance Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

Summer is nearly here, and Pleasance Theatre Trust will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe following a record-breaking year of award wins. Learn more here!
PENGUIN THE FISH to Debut at Etcetera Theatre in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

PENGUIN THE FISH will premiere at Etcetera Theatre, offering a unique theatrical experience on March 8 at 9pm.Sean Finer will present Penguin The Fish at Etcetera Theatre on the 8th of March at 9pm. Queer Jewish clown Sean Finer presents his debut show: Penguin the Fish.
Mark Thomas, Luke Wright, Elf Lyons, Robin Ince and More Join ALSO Festival 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

ALSO: The UKs most inspirational summer festival combining ideas, music, comedy and wellness alongside adventures in food and nature, has announced the first wave of speakers, performers and experiences for its upcoming 13th edition.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Elf Lyons been in?

Elf Lyons has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Elf Lyons been in?

Elf Lyons has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Elf Lyons's first West End show?

Elf Lyons's first West End show was The Misandrist which opened in 2023

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