Taking aim at one of society’s biggest expectations, this acclaimed hit show by Popelei is funny, fearless and guaranteed to get people talking – showing as part of PAPAYA Fest 2026
Everyone keeps telling her to push. She’s not so sure.
This is the story of a woman staring down the barrel of motherhood, torn between her own ambivalence… and an uncontrollable urge to push. A mischievous look at (un)maternal instinct, by one increasingly knocked up performer.
Starring an increasingly pregnant performer, Popelei return home with their hit show: punchy choreography, an electrifying original soundtrack, and the nerve to say what nobody else will.
“Impressive performance.”
★★★★ The Stage
“An important piece of theatre.”
★★★★ Broadway World
PAPAYA Fest 2026: a 9 day festival of theatre, music and celebration bringing Latin American and British cultures together.
Click here to see the full PAPAYA Fest programme – 15% off when you book 3 or more PAPAYA Fest shows
