Theatre Work

With training from The Stella Adler Studio of Acting in NYC and a First-class degree in Film & Theatre from Reading Uni, Gigi has spent almost 2 decades honing their skills in performance, theatre-making and creative collaboration. See selected roles and critical praise below.

Gigi is represented by Simon Pontin at Leodis Talent.

Spotlight CV
  • A theatrical performance with actors in colorful costumes, with one central actor dressed as a spider holding a staff above her head, surrounded by two other performers on a vibrant, dotted backdrop.

    Adelphaba Dazeem

    WICKED WITCHES, The Pleasance, 2025

    “The standout star” The Times

    “Wonderful” The Stage

    “Commanding presence” Theatre and Tonic

    “Far and away the most spectacularly hilarious, surprisingly warm, and naturally charismatic” London Pub Theatres

    “Particularly strong is Gigi Zahir, regal and relentlessly funny as Wicked Witch Adelphaba, bringing poise and precision to the endless array of jokes assigned to them. With that perfect blend of comedic timing and vocal skill, Zahir is absolutely made for pantomimes.” All That Dazzles

    “She shines” London Theatre Reviews

  • Actors performing on stage with bright lights and a vintage style backdrop.

    Shona

    FRANKIE GOES TO BOLLYWOOD, Rifco Theatre, UK Tour/Southbank Centre, 2024

    “Show-stealing” All That Dazzles

    “Hilarious” Theatre and Tonic

    “Really loveable…wonderfully honest” London Theatre 1

    “Stole every scene” Lost in Theatreland

    “An absolute riot” Eastern Eye

    “Outstanding” Theatre Reviews North

    “The embodiment of fabulous, stealing scenes everywhere he goes” Honorary Manc Blog

    “A true stand-out performance… They keep the audience expecting the unexpected through their charismatic nature and utter fabulousness” Adventures in Theatreland

  • Performer lying on his side on stage, holding a microphone, with one leg raised high in the air. He has a bald head, dramatic makeup, and is dressed in dark, flowing clothing. In the background, three performers are clapping and smiling. The stage is lit with warm, orange lighting, and disco balls are visible on the floor.

    Ria Listic

    ACID’S REIGN, Relish Theatre, 2024

    “It’s Gigi Zahir who stands out as Ria Listic, nailing the personal impact of activism with the exquisitely styled Ria’s Song” The Stage

    “Intense and empowered” The Live Review

    “Brings great depth to their role” The Reviews Hub

    “You won’t want to miss the final number by Zahir” Salterton Arts Review

  • Performer with long red hair wearing elaborate costume pointing and smiling.

    Cleopatra

    CINDERELLA, Stratford East, 2022

    “Dominating the proceedings is Gigi Zahir as Cleopatra – an extravagant, elegant queen who evidently revels in her wicked exchanges with the audience” The Stage

    “But it is especially Zahir who steals the show as Cleopatra – their comedic timing is phenomenal in a manner that simply impresses throughout” The Upcoming

    “Brings the regal nature of a genuine queen to Cleo, while managing to be hysterical in both mannerisms and dialogue” All That Dazzles

    “Dominated the stage… brilliant moments of sharp witty ad-lib” Pocket Size Theatre

  • A drag queen with large, blue curly hair performing on stage in front of a backdrop displaying Facebook logos, using a microphone. The performer is dressed in a shiny, blue outfit with a heart design, and is singing or speaking into the mic.

    Becky Biro

    FAME WHORE, King’s Head Theatre, 2022

    “A captivating artist” The Stage

    “They are what one can simply describe as The Moment” Broadway World

    “Magnetic…a dab hand at dropping the façade abruptly, if only for a moment, so that we see the honest, whimpering desperation” The Spy in the Stalls

    “A stupendously talented performer… Their talent and natural ownership of the stage elevate Ratcliffe’s already excellent material into a fantastically funny evening that will make you think while spitting out your drink” Musical Theatre Review

    “The comedic timing of Zahir is fabulous, and her expressions are golden” Lost in Theatreland

    “An utterly mesmerising presence: disarming and magnetic” The Peg

    “Carries the show brilliantly with his magnetic personality and intense physicality” North West End

    “A one-person wonder” Belle About Town

  • Person dressed in a flamboyant outfit, with a decorated shoulder epaulette, bright makeup, and short, styled hair, performing on stage with colorful lighting and background.

    Trinculo and Antonio

    TEMPEST, Wildcard Theatre, 2022

    “Riotously funny” The Independent

    “They have the audience eating out of the palm of their hand” What’s On Stage

    “Their timing and ad-libbing are on point” London Theatre Reviews

    “Steals the show with their intoxicating charisma” The Indiependent

    “The audience’s firm favourite though is Zahir, who gives a memorable performance as a drag queen iteration of Trinculo, the king’s jester… Some of the best-received clowning in any Shakespeare I have seen” Everything Theatre

  • Performer with bright blue wig, colorful outfit, and pearl necklace singing into microphone and making peace sign on stage.

    Widow Hanky

    ALADDIN AND THE FEAST OF WONDERS, The Vaults, 2019

    “Smoothly combines both host and dame duties, ensuring that all the gags – those ad-libbed and those scripted – land appropriately… Crayola knows how to work her audience” The Stage