The Death of Hundun
Etcetera Theatre
“The Death of Hundun” is a solo performance inspired by a parable by the ancient Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi, in which Hundun—an undivided whole, without orifices, embodying a wisdom beyond ordinary understanding—dies after seven apertures are forcibly carved into his body. This production reimagines the myth as a contemporary psychological allegory: a person who has “seen through everything” is driven to the brink as her inner world collapses into disillusionment. The story follows a woman living with depression, trapped in a reality defined by pain. Refusing to surrender, she hurls herself toward one promise after another—love, career, family, freedom, faith, and ultimately reason—believing each might offer salvation. Yet every hope is raised only to be shattered, leaving her face to face with the limits of endurance and the nearness of death. Blending a text-rich, emotionally charged monologue with highly physical performance, the piece delivers a visceral theatrical experience. It asks: when all systems of meaning fail, can one still go on living? And if suffering offers no resolution, might we learn to make space for what resists explanation?
____ in Loss
The Libra Theatre Cafe
A giant clock stands silently in this space aloof, and desolate it is a miracle, yet it bears pressures never meant for it until the moment it collapses, people remember— perhaps time, too, is worth questioning In the last watch repair shop someone treats time as power someone tells lies flawlessly someone trades life for reward someone is drawn into the scheme, unable to escape they are all hidden within the conspiracy of time as sunlight falls and shadows fade, people seem to have lost something “When time falls out of control, who has the right to redefine it?”
Two Strangers and a Clipboard
Etcetera Theatre
Who gets to decide who we really are? Why does society dictate our identity? Two Strangers and a Clipboard is a new comedy-drama that drops audiences into a world almost like ours. Except your identity is assigned by the day you’re born. When Sam and Gary, two strangers with nothing in common, find themselves in a court waiting room, a single tick on a clipboard could change the course of their lives. March 2026 preview was sold out with 4 star reviews, written by the writer of last year's Camden Fringe sell-out 5-star reviewed Maybe You Should Know.
Boys Who Look at Lasers
Barons Court Theatre
2 actors, 4 iconic roles absurdly reimagined. The inhabitants of Shakepeare’s ancient mythical forest find themselves navigating a sleepless night in the mid-nineties. In this basement of a bedazzled but morally bankrupt time, Shakespeare’s golden boys and girls explore the very best and the very worst of what friendship within the bars of toxic societal pressures has to offer. After a night of sleep deprivation all is not as it seems, as the lines between besties and bros and (fr)enemies and lovers suddenly look very blurry. Can they find their happy ending in a world so full of distractions?
The Improv Musical
The Courtyard Theatre
The Improv Musical is a fully-improvised musical where the show is in your hands! Our host leads the audiences through a “cheerocracy,” a democracy where the loudest cheers win, the audience suggests a setting, title and two characters for our wonderful cast and live band to bring to life onstage. All scenes and songs in our show are fully improvised, with our cast and band staying onstage for the whole show, ensuring that there is absolutely no conferring! Half-way through our show, the audience regains power to cheer-off plot suggestions and song genres to see in the next scene and song. We are a show for all audiences that will bring laughter, fun and sometimes a little chaos to the stage for all to enjoy! Unlike other Improv shows, our cast works not only with the audience, but also a live band to create a show that is full of laughs, funky music, and leaving the audience wanting to come back every day and see what else they can do!
BEATS + STRINGS – Soul Renaissance
Hen & Chickens Theatre
Enjoy an evening of R&B and Soul music performed by a trio of Kansas City's best. DJ - D. Dot Professor Violin - K'Tina Cello - RMJ Music Beats + Strings: Soul Renaissance is a unique live music experience set in a sultry nightclub aesthetic. Leave your troubles at the door and take in their dynamic playlist of soul favorites performed with acoustic strings, electronic vibes and percussive beats.
GREYJOY
The Libra Theatre Cafe
Fake exam. Real unprepared actors. What could go wrong? An out-of-work actor and a trainee doctor walk in to a featureless hospital room. Across 90 minutes and 10 medical exams, the pair make a discovery that changes the course of their lives. Guest starring different actors every night, what happens when the show does go wrong? And what does everyone else do about it? GREYJOY is the second project from award-winning actor and playwright Becca Harper. Described as "intricate and thoughtful", GREYJOY explores grief, healthcare and being a young carer with sensitivity and comedic flair. No two performances are ever the same.
La Fenêtre
Etcetera Theatre
Gabriel is a man of our times. He does a nondescript job in IT that will likely be displaced soon, but it does for now. Half French, half English, his psyche is trapped somewhere in the middle of the English Channel and drifting out to sea. He has strong opinions about bread, coffee, Godard, public transport, and the correct temperature at which to serve Comté. By any external measure he is absolutely fine. He is not fine. The life he is living and the life he is capable of living are separate, kept apart by an invisible wall of anxiety, guilt and regret. He is a searcher, seeking guidance in a confusing and hostile world. He needs a guru, a seer, but Gabriel doesn't particularly like people. One flat, one evening, one not so quiet unravelling. The table is set, the wine is breathing, pull up a chair. Director: Nadia Khivrych Cast: Gilles Guillain and Katherine Bristow Writer: Tej Panesar
How Do You Bury A Whale?
Wac Arts
When a whale dies in the cold tank of a marine park, what happens after that? In the winter of 2024, Da Bai, a captive beluga whale in Hangzhou, China, sank to the bottom of his tank. His gigantic body was then left unceremoniously on a waste hill behind the marine park, ready to be forgotten. Beginning with the testimony of his last keeper, How Do You Bury A Whale unearths a gripping true story of loss, grief, love, and the human need to remember something more-than-human—from six feet under. Through the story of this majestic and ephemeral marine life, this experimental documentary theatre piece digs into our relationship with the more-than-human world. Weaving together interview verbatim, physical exploration, sonic experiments, and poetic storytelling, the work lingers on an event that haunts us long after. It asks: how do we process a loss, which we are both responsible for and the victims of, how do we carry on our human life with ecological grief and ethical failure that exceeds our comprehension, and how can we show love and remembrance in the act of burying?
A Cup of Tea with George Eliot
Barons Court Theatre
Join Victorian author, George Eliot, for a cup of tea and a piece of cake in this one-woman show that celebrates her life, her world and her work. Complimentary cup of tea and cake provided.
Sister Brandy Bex: Progress In Work
Camden Comedy Club
Ever wondered what NHS nursing’s really like? Join Sister Brandy Bex on a riotous journey through NHS madness. From dating doctors to dodging disaster, she’s turning it all into comedy gold. Outrageous stories, parody songs, and shameless camp spectacle—nursing’s never been this wild! "Brandy has the best legs in the business, and she's funny as hell!" Mr Gonzales (Bed 8) "Pamela Anderson meets Pam Ayres... a filthy romp through the delights and dangers of life as an NHS ward nurse. Covered in fluids, and only slightly unhealthily obsessed with your faeces, Brandy Bex is a real NHS hero, a siren with a sample pot and a most charismatic host for your time on ward one." ★★★★ Reviews Hub
21 Days
The Courtyard Theatre
Cast: Sushant Nair as JAY, Alanya Hotchkiss as MAY Written by: Sushant Nair | Directed by: Geir Thomassen The year is 2030. After a painful break-up, Jay hits the reset button on his life—but instead of healing, he spirals into a cycle of rage, isolation, and alcohol dependency. In a world increasingly disconnected by technology, his search for meaningful connection is overshadowed by his own self-destructive habits. Enter May: a strange and enigmatic new flatmate whose unexpected presence begins to challenge Jay’s worldview. As their uneasy cohabitation unfolds, truths are confronted and emotions unravel. 21 Days is a bold new work exploring how we cope with heartbreak, addiction, and emotional suppression in a world where we humans face the unpredictability of technology. It asks: can logic ever explain the chaos of human emotion? Review: ★★★1/2 Theatre and Tonic
The Missing Eyes
The Courtyard Theatre
You are looking at a murder. The Missing Eyes opens where most detective stories end. The suspect is in custody, the inspector has their hand on disposition. However, as another inspector presses the witness for the last gruesome detail, the original narrative begins to fall apart. An unconvincing motive. A pair of missing eyes. Reality spirals into a vortex. In the dark currents of shattered clues and fragmented memories, something resurfaces - is it the truth, or just a new conspiracy? The gripping air intensifies as the interrogation turns into confrontation, where the crime gives way to a darker question about the righteousness of violence. Blending psychological thriller and physical theatre, The Missing Eyes invites the audience to witness the aftermath of a vigilante murder, where an attempt to uncover the truth becomes a battle between narratives, exposing how perceived injustice and moral conviction can be used to legitimize violence—and what can happen once that line has been crossed.
The Whisper Comes Before the Plant
Hen & Chickens Theatre
What happens when an awkward English woman and a loud Australian backpacker have to share a flat? Sounds like the start to a bad joke or a very good play. Faith has a whisper. She has for the past year. It tells her how she should feel and what she should do. It helps her decide whether she's doing well or failing. It helps her to cope until she reluctantly has to rent her spare room to Timmy, the overly positive Aussie. He instantly destroys the organised reality she has created for herself and in doing so, opens her eyes to how she has been living. Who knew it would all start with the appearance of a potted plant? Faith is clear lines and boundaries whereas Timmy is blurred areas and intrusive friendliness. This play is a comedy which tackles darker themes but also highlights how different people can help fix the things you thought were broken.
Punch Me Then
John Lyon's Theatre, City Lit
A new one-woman play by writer and performer Nicole Abraham. "Punch Me Then" explores the experiences of a young English teacher attempting to confront rising misogyny in her classroom. As her students voice harmful attitudes, their words begin to echo her own trauma, pushing her to the edge of what she can hold together in the classroom. The play asks: can education really stop misogyny in teenagers, or is it already too late?
Dinner with the Sl*ts
Aces and Eights
You are cordially invited to attend a romantic *dinner with your favorite sl*ts. A Dinner with the Sl*ts brings together two of the UK comedy circuit's tastiest talents, Laura Moss and Amelia Fritz. Join the irresistible duo for a delectable hour of stand up comedy and £7 worth of advice. The show is a whimsical blend of religious upbringings, eccentric families, and bizarre dating dynamics, with a focus on celebrating ‘sl*ts’ and everything they encompass. The show also has an interactive element where you can submit your dilemmas, and let the sl*ts give you their best, naughtiest advice! Wear something slutty, and bring a mate, date, or your exes dad. See u there! The sl*ts xoxox *(Dinner not included, because of well, the economy)
TAPE
Lion & Unicorn Theatre
TAPE by Stephen Belber When three high school friends reunite after a decade, old loyalties fracture and buried truths surface. What begins as a reunion quickly becomes a ruthless battle of memory, truth and power. TAPE is a darkly funny, hard-hitting play powered by razor-sharp dialogue. As the conversation tightens, the audience is pulled into a shifting web of half-truths, evasions and reinterpretations. With no easy answers, TAPE leaves audiences questioning what really happened and who they believe.
Impromptu Shakespeare
The Cockpit
Hold onto your doublets, ruffs and trunk hose. The Bard is back! With story and verse improvised in the moment, enjoy a riotous new Shakespeare play every time – performed by Impromptu Shakespeare’s whip smart cast. Packed with priceless wit, lyrical smarts, romance, and a dash of double-crossing, this leading ensemble do the Bard proud with a brand new hit every time, inspired by audience suggestions. Impromptu Shakespeare have been a smash hit at the Edinburgh Fringe and Bristol Shakespeare Festival, and have appeared on BBC Shakespeare Live. WINNER: Best Comedy Event, Buxton Fringe 2021 “Shakespeare from the hip. Ingenious and very funny” – Will Gompertz, BBC Arts Editor “Simply sublime, side-splittingly hilarious improvised comedy almost worthy of the Bard himself” ★★★★★ Broadway Baby “Go and see this show. It’s intelligent, it’s funny, it’s all of the adjectives for brilliant. I’m still not sure how they did what they did” ★★★★★ Pocket Size Theatre
ARE WE FRIENDS?
SHAKEFEST @Old Red Lion
Two strangers meet in a cemetery. What begins as an awkward encounter slowly unfolds into an unexpected friendship built on sharp humour, uncomfortable honesty, and long conversations among the dead. Andrew, a young actor with Down syndrome, refuses to be underestimated and refuses to let Oliver hide. As promises begin to falter and silence grows heavier, both are forced to confront what it really means to stay for someone and what happens when someone chooses not to. An intimate two-hander about loneliness, loyalty, death, and the fragile courage of being seen.
The Man from Earth
Bridewell Theatre
The Man from Earth is a cult science fiction masterpiece posing the biggest questions imaginable to cast and audience alike. A casual leaving party becomes an intellectual and spiritual unravelling, as John Oldman proposes an impossible truth - that he is 14,000 years old - and invites his friends to disprove it.
Unleashed
Etcetera Theatre
Directed by and starring Olivier Award-winning performer Nathan Dowling, Unleashed is the debut play from Siobhán Healey, an exciting new voice in British theatre. Through fascinating client encounters, provocative revelations and playful audience interaction, a Dominatrix unpacks shame in today's chaotic, judgmental world - exploring the cost of defying society's expectations. At its core, it's a show about identity - who we are, who we're expected to be, and the cost of living authentically. The show really captivated audiences at our Arts Council-funded preview in Coventry: 'Brilliant writing, funny, powerful, educational and immersive' 'The central message was clear and poignant, and vitally important.' 'Delightfully uncomfortable' 'Powerfully emotional and educational' Unleashed contains adult themes and frank discussions around sex. (As the My Dad Wrote A Porno podcast team would say - 'basically, all the good stuff'.) No one's getting naked, (except maybe emotionally,) but do expect fun audience interaction throughout.
Maria-Rapaz (Tomboy)
Etcetera Theatre
What if the dinner was the play? Maria-Rapaz (Tomboy) unfolds around a table, where food is the plot and eating is the dramaturgy. This is not theatre about food — it is theatre through food. Set between a pristine fine-dining kitchen and the warm chaos of a home kitchen, this work follows two women as they cook, eat, talk, and reveal what often goes unseen. Drawing on Portuguese family recipes and queer experience, Maria-Rapaz asks: what counts as art? Who gets recognised? And what kinds of knowledge travel when we share a meal? The audience is invited to sit, to taste, and to witness a story about what it means to be sustained — not just fed — in a world that rewards spectacle over care. Tickets are available at two prices: one includes light bites served as part of the performance (not a full meal), and a lower-priced option is available for audiences who wish to watch without food.
CHERRY SOUR and the Tragedy of the Pink Flamingo
Rosemary Branch Theatre
Cherry Sour is once again left alone in a world that is constantly proving her how violent and dangerous it is to be on your own. She had no friends nor family until she met Johnny, the lead singer of the glam rock band "The Pink Flamingos". They were together for the wrong reasons, they had never experienced LOVE before, and their dreams were destroyed. But now he's gone. We'll get to know the story of Cherry in the only place where she's got a spotlight: a police interrogatory room, after pledging guilty for the death of the rockstar. Did she kill him? This is her only chance to tell her story out loud. A story about love, abandonment, and lots of glam songs! This is a one woman show adaptation and translation of Cherry Sour. Originally produced in Mexico, and an Honorific Mention by the National Prize for Playwrights Manuel Herrera 2019. Age recommendation: 16+ Duration: 60 minutes Reviews: 'A well-constructed piece [...] which got you thinking about what sort of things you would do if you were a woman on her own, wanting love and acceptance.' - Theatre in Brighton ★★★★ 'An entertaining performance. It keeps you engaged through this poignant story' - Audience response Cast & Creatives Written and directed by Isabel Quiroz Performer: Isabel Quiroz Assistant Director: Rae Keefer Voice of Johnny Flamingo: Flinn McManus Production: Teatro Glam&Roll
Damascus
Wac Arts
Set in the relentless world of a professional kitchen, Damascus captures the heat, speed, and brutality of service. Where rigid hierarchies rule, head chefs command with near-tyrannical authority, and the brigade works under punishing conditions to keep the plates moving. Through physical theatre and ensemble storytelling, Damascus explores the culture of the kitchen: the balance of power between ranks, the diverse workforce behind the stove, and the human cost of surviving the pass. Performing at Wac Arts 14th and 15th August, It is set to be Blackthorn Theatre’s most ambitious production to date, and the fourth original work from Company Directors Tom Levermore and Betsy Chadwick-Jones. Cant stand the heat? Stay out of the theatre.
Edgar A. Poe’s Last Call
Camden People's Theatre
“Why will you say that I am mad?!?” Dragging a trunkful of demons, Edgar Allan Poe, stands before us bewildered, begging assurance – he is not mad. Audiences wander through the darkened corridors of Poe’s imagination, encountering midnight omens, tragic devotion, and the slow unraveling of the human mind as Poe faces his final hour. Edgar A. Poe’s Last Call is an eerie, intimate, solo performance, inspired by the tormented life, and mysterious death of Edgar A. Poe. A Gothic, haunted, and human evening – not of dusty literature, but psychological conflict. Ghosts of his past flash before us as Poe’s most beloved nightmares rise from the page – the beguiling ebony Raven, the relentless torment of the Tell-Tale Heart, and the mournful beauty of Annabel Lee. “A dark, poetic... immersive experience... ” The Daniels Review online. Come. The bell has rung for Edgar A. Poe’s Last Call.
Hathaleen: The Unexpected Journey to Palestine
Arches Lane Theatre
A satirical black comedy drama about a British Zionist who unexpectedly travels to Palestine to prove to his ex-girlfriend that he isn't a Zionist, the reason for their breakup. This play is based on true events about the increasing settler violence that is occurring in the West Bank. It is inspired by the writer and director's own experiences in Palestine in the summer of 2025. The play was developed through the Bread and Roses Writer's Programme and is having its premiere at the Camden Fringe Festival. The play is pushing to challenge the lack of Muslim actors in British theatre and the representation of Islam on stage. The play hopes to raise awareness and understanding about the religion to promote unification around the world and within England. The writer/director Louis Linsey is raising money to send via the Center for Jewish Nonviolence (CJNV) to support the community of Umm Al-Khair in Masafer Yatta in memory of Awdah Hathaleen who was murdered by the Israeli settler Yinon Levi on 28th July 2025. Parts of the play are based on accounts from friends of Louis' who were there during the atrocity. All donations to the charity are very welcome - there will be a collection at the end of the show.
The Rat Pack Stand-up Comedy
Camden Comedy Club
The best comedians and TV stars from the UK and international circuit. 14th sell-out year in London. The legendary Rat Pack show presents the very best at one of London's top comedy venues, the Camden Comedy Club. A new line up every show. Multiple Time Out Critics Choice 'Classy stand-up show. Laid-back, joyful fun and a wonderfully friendly vibe' Time Out Total sell-out Camden Fringe 2025 – book early!
Your Favo(u)rite American Woman
Canal Cafe Theatre
C is an Asian American woman and a history professor’s assistant, now living and working in the UK. She comes from immigrants, is an immigrant herself, and is very eager to please. But just how eager? Despite her nervous and intellectual demeanor, C’s past and emotions run deep. From show business aspirations to fleeing political instability, C has left a lot behind in America. And she still has a fresher history lecture session to teach you, through original music, choreography, and slideshow presentations. Ready for class? Your Favourite American Woman is Ciarlene Coleman’s second original, solo production. It is also the spiritual successor to her first, Your Best American Girl, which premiered at the 2019 San Diego Fringe Festival and was awarded Best World Premiere, Best of Fest, and Critic’s Pick. Off the Beat Productions, co-founded by Sofia Zaragoza and Alara Koroglu, is dedicated to producing thought-provoking and socially relevant theatre that amplifies diverse voices within working-class communities.
Dead Doves and Lemons OR Everything You’ve Ever Wanted To Know About Fan Fiction (but were too afraid to ask)
Barons Court Theatre
A lecture like no other! Your loved one just came out as a (GASP!) fan fiction writer. How do you respond to that? What will the neighbours think? What is Omega Slick, anyway? Don't worry because fanfic veteran DoraMinaTook is here to answer all your questions. Join us for an unhinged look at where fan fiction came from and why it's a valid art form. Who knows...maybe YOU will write something. A one-woman show by award-winning playwright Deanna Strasse. ** Praise for Dead Doves and Lemons OR Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About Fan Fiction (but were too afraid to ask)** "Deanna Strasse...has created a brilliant piece that is not only interesting but educational in a fun way and the show is fairly unserious in the educational aspects which made the show incredibly enjoyable." - GJD Reviews "Such a joy to watch!" - Colchester Fringe audience member "This is an important piece of storytelling." - Colchester Fringe audience member "I've been thinking a lot about this show...it's stuck with me." - Lambeth Fringe audience member "Hilarious and delightful." - Colchester Fringe audience member
Tell Me Everything
The Courtyard Theatre
Have you ever heard of the story of The Chestnut Tree? No? Good. Neither had she. Tell Me Everything is a performance exploring grief, memory and the impossible task of saying goodbye when no one gave you the chance. When her grandparents died during the pandemic, Lanzhou lost not just them — but the place she called home. Now, caught between therapy sessions and the pull of memory, she finds herself watched by a stranger who seems to know her story a little too well. Some grief doesn't move. It just stays, looping, waiting, refusing to become the past. “What if I had been there. I could have said something. I should have gone back.“ She wants to know what it takes to finally say goodbye. Writer&Producer: Yuhe Tian Director: Libby Yunqian Lyu Cast: Lanzhou: Shanshan Wu Narrator: Shiwei Chen Therapist (voice only): FJ Creatives Team Dramaturg: Libby Yunqian Lyu Assistant Producer: Haoming Li, Elaine Li Quan Stage Manager: Maiheliya Abulimiti Set Designer: Naomi (Ruizhi) Zhang Lighting Designer: Tracy Xiaoyu Hua Costume Designer: Jieming Lan Movement Director: Yumeng Hu Poster Design: Ge Shan, Jiaorong Yu
SUPERAGENT
The Courtyard Theatre
"Tonight could be THE night! - Any aspiring actor (time/place: infinity) Bo, Carmen, Jad and Todd are four actors in a dressing room on the eve of a potentially life-altering performance. Why, the top Superagent in the casting business is attending the show! The only thing standing in the way is each other... and a dead body. Superagent is a black-comedy-murder-mystery-extravaganza, but at its core, it's about chasing a dream. Although we explore what it means to surrender your soul to the alter of the "industry", this play is not only for actors to enjoy (although we make plenty of jokes at their expense). It'll touch anyone who has lost their creative spark, and searching for it back.
Love vs Fear and My Mothers Prayers
The SPID Theatre
Immerse yourself in a theatre meets technology production like no other. This interactive play follows Kike as she tries to follow her heart despite pressures from her pushy religious mum and cultural differences as a Nigerian in the Diaspora. Join us on this unique journey as we integrate multiplayer games into Kike’s world. This production hilariously and deeply explores the themes of being a black woman in society and universal themes of love, fear, and coming of age.
Crowd Work with President Obonjo
Kitchen Classroom
President Obonjo the only President performing comedy in the UK , A great comic construct returns to Camden Fringe for his first crowd work show where anything goes. Audience members don't know what to expect do they join the Obonjo army do they have any choice not to, he interrogates the audience does anyone get out alive. Only President Obonjo decides.
Almost Famous
The Libra Theatre Cafe
Emily Benton, veteran actor and star of stage and screen, is back in the UK after a career that took her to Broadway and Hollywood. With her pedigree, she should be in Downton Abbey or The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, not auditioning for a role in a devised play that only become available when another, more famous, actor went to join the theatre in the sky. What cruel fate brought her here? Maybe there’s a secret she’s not revealing. 'Darkly funny, fiercely current and heart warming yet equally heart breaking.' ★★★★ The Indiependent 'A funny, harrowing yet powerful account of the toxic effects of the entertainment industry that never hits a false note.' ★★★★The Wee Review
Freedom
Chisenhale Dance Space
FREEDOM - A participatory visual arts Exhibition and performance by Unity Arts Collective. Immerse yourself in a unique, participatory visual arts experience that combines movement, immersive sound, sculpture, visual arts and more. This exhibition boasts artwork co-created by a diverse group of contributors, from refugees and migrants to local artists, students and community members. Explore profound themes of hope, resilience, identity, transformation, freedom, life and death through a live performance that blurs the line between performer and audience. Participate and interact with the exhibition materials to discover how our senses interpret the concept of freedom. The result? An unforgettable journey that resonates from different energy centers, creating harmony and connection. Dive into this otherworldly artistic venture, proudly supported by Arts Council England. The work-in-progress performance is focused on finding the truthfulness between life and death, exploring freedom through inner life, and how the senses of the human works through the concept of freedom. Performer interacts with atmosphere and exhibition materials such as puppets, sculptures, sound, human bodies, soil, sand, and research material. What our audience have been saying - - “The sound, the movement was truly beautiful. I would love to see this exhibition in a larger setting.” - “The part of the performance on interaction between Surya and the soil, on the relationship. It triggers reflection between humans and soil, root of life.” - “This remind me of the mental health impact on refugees. We all just want to feel safe. We deserve safety, freedom and home.” - “It reminds you of the reality of displaced people. Globally we see ICE, Reform UK marches rise and attack immigrants.” Website: https://unityartscollective.org.uk/ Email: unityartscollectiveuk@gmail.com
Broken Boys
Hen & Chickens Theatre
"This isn’t Heartstopper, but..." Inspired by the writing of clinical psychologist Alan Downs in his book, The Velvet Rage: Overcoming the Pain of Growing Up Gay in a Straight Man’s World, Broken Boys dissects the bully-to-lover TV trope and meditates on the impact of toxic masculinity on the modern gay relationship. Set somewhere in the UK, two men – Tom and Michael – recount their ill-fated love story to an ominous third person. They couldn’t be more different: Tom just wants to be seen as a man, whilst Michael wants men to see him as anything but. From their days in school, through to college nights, a global pandemic and one fateful day in 2029, these boys grapple for connection whilst bearing the weight of the gender they were assigned at birth. Broken Boys explores the themes of identity, boyhood and binaries, mental health and queer love. It asks: in a world where men are taught not to show emotion, how do gay men fall in love? The course of true love never did run smooth, especially for these boys.
Here’s to the Ladies!
Upstairs at the Gatehouse
HERE’S TO THE LADIES! The Women of Tin Pan Alley We all know the names Gershwin, Porter, Berlin, and other male songwriters who shaped the growth of American popular song in the early 1900’s. But where are the women’s names? Here’s to the Ladies! pays tribute to the talent, wit, and vision of the women who helped shape what has become known as The Great American Songbook. Kay Swift, Dorothy Fields and Ann Ronell are some of the most influential. These women brought a unique vision and heart to their music and helped an entire nation to endure years of war, depression, upheaval and change with music that is still loved around the world. With persistence, talent, and sheer love of the art, these women broke down countless barriers, opening doors for future women in the music industry. “It’s a glorious way to spend an evening.” www.washingtoncitypaper.com
The Boy Who Nearly Grew Up
Aces and Eights
Phil is determined to stay young, but the middle aged are trying to recruit him at every turn. Can he outrun them forever? Following three sold-out Edinburgh Fringe runs, multiple award nominations, over 20 million views on TikTok, selling out London's Soho Theatre and a UK tour, Phil brings us his latest work-in-progress show. As heard on BBC Radio 4. 'Phil Green is the real deal... he wows the room into gushes of laughter' British Comedy Guide. **** The List. **** NorthWestEnd.co.uk. **** TheatreAndArtReviews.com.
The Doctor Will See You Now
Lion & Unicorn Theatre
Teetering on the edge of anarchy, five strangers struggle to endure the wait for their doctor’s appointments and each other, in what is an incredibly cathartic play for anyone who has ever stepped foot in a hospital.
Tomfoolery
Etcetera Theatre
An improvised comedy show performed by a select group of professional silly people. There will be mischief, horseplay, and if we're lucky, some high-spirited shenanigans! This lineup of cheeky delights include London locals Phil Whelans & David Reed along with Canadian comedienne, Lindsay Mullan. Join us for 60 minutes of hilarious improvised storytelling based on suggestions from the audience.
Are You There Mother?
Hen & Chickens Theatre
A struggling actor is caught up in a plot to help a woman grieving her mother, by posing as a psychic medium. What begins as a matter of goodwill quickly turns into a deeply troubled and darkly hilarious role play that continues for far longer than anybody expected. Following a sold out Northern performance at the acclaimed Lawrence Batley Theatre and a successful London debut at The Hen and Chickens Theatre; Righton Productions and Thomas Carruthers (Longlisted for the 2023 Victoria Woody Comedy Prize) bring this new and original northern dark comedy one man show for its Fringe debut for Camden Fringe 2026. "Alan Bennett meets David Lynch... A hilarious, uplifting and moving piece of theatre." - PHILLIP STOKES, Winner of Fringe Review Outstanding Theatre Award and Culturally Important Playwright "4 STARS - A shockingly funny dark comedy... Carruthers constructs a compelling narrative. There is something timeless about his crosshatch of psychological thrillers." -JAMIAS VU PRODUCTIONS
LIMA
Camden People's Theatre
How to reconcile solitude with everyday chaos. A Solo Comedy Drama by and with Julian Azad Bonnet about Life, Love and Loss. This one-man show exploring everyday life is at its core a reflection: about how to play with the harmony and music of words, with motion and dance, inertia and love, solitude and sharing. A reflection about the conflicts that hold us in the strange space between forced isolation and our irrepressible need for synergy. LIMA, where routines and individual paradoxes resist – against all odds – the turmoil of convulsive and cacophonous environments. “Julian Bonnet’s ‘Lima’ is an evocative, kaleidoscopic blend of storytelling, movement, and music that takes the audience on a deeply personal journey through the artist’s formative years. At times humorous, at times poignant, his one-man show is an introspective odyssey exploring the challenges and triumphs of growing up, finding one’s place, and navigating the complexities of family, identity, and loss.” (Ben T. Nuga, 2024, GroupChatMagazine) “Julian’s performance is where Lima really does shine. He is brilliant to watch; from his dancing and movement, the comedic moments to the more touching moments, he really can do it all. The script ranges from your more traditional prose to more spoken word style, almost poetic yet rap-like. Julian is so energetic with his performance, which was like watching a ballerina do judo.” (Bronagh, 2024, Theatre and Tonic)
A Girl Called Owl
The Courtyard Theatre
It is the early 90s, South Africa, and ten year old Olivia moves to a small town in the Overberg with her policeman father. Her quiet curiosity attracts a mischievous friend: Kay, the girl with the scar, who gives her the nickname “Owl.” Kay’s rebelliousness soon leads them to uncharted waters. Jon Keevy’s A Girl Called Owl is an unflinching coming-of-age story that spotlights innocence lost, creativity stifled, and love misunderstood. Larissa Crafford-Lazarus delivers a powerhouse performance, switching seamlessly between Owl, Kay, and a host of other vivid characters. Acclaimed critic Robyn Sassen writes: “She’s bold, she’s feisty, she’s convincing and she takes ownership of the work with a potency and a sense of vulnerability that will bring tears to your throat as you watch her.”
I’m a Philosopher! Why the Fuck am I Here?
The Cockpit
What would happen if a reality gameshow were populated, not by the normal motley collection of D-List celebrities, but by a group of the world’s greatest thinkers? Will Jean-Jacques Rousseau really enjoy being in the state of nature? Can Ayn Rand thrive in a libertarian paradise? Is there anything that Peter Singer can eat? Will anybody speak to Jordan Peterson? Find out in this interactive, lip-sync, musical comedy, pastiche of reality TV. There are political disagreements, moral debates, music, dancing and lots of comedy - but the best thing is that you, the audience, decides what happens. Who stays? Who goes? Who plays? Who eats? You choose it all using live, interactive voting. THIS PLAY IS NEVER THE SAME TWICE!
Barely Human
The Courtyard Theatre
Eva’s out of prison on early release. Her therapist said a cabaret would be a great creative outlet. So here she is! She’s a bit raw still. She’s a bit raw all the time, actually. But her probation officer will be there, so she can’t do anything too crazy. Right? She’s going to sing some songs for you. And tell you some funny stories. Be nice and help her start her new life off fresh. By the by, people take things too literally - don’t you think? There’s a lot of violence in the world, and sometimes you’ve just got to make a statement. Symbolic crime, if you will. Chocolate milk, anyone? Barely Human’s first run was received by audiences as “empowering”, “a fabulous portrayal of something both absurd and undeniably real”, and “Lynchian”. Eva also co-founded Far Between Theatre, whose jazz-age Much Ado About Nothing this April was reviewed as “as sharp as it is joyful”, with “every detail executed brilliantly”. Written and performed by Eva Voss. Musical Direction by Dean Austin. Creative consultants Heather Long and Nicole Palomba.
A Full Plate
Rosemary Branch Theatre
Growing up is hard for everyone. Let’s make it harder by adding mental illness! ...Great. Meet Elaine, a young woman who’s spent more time having panic attacks and in therapist's offices than most. Having lived with diagnosed anxiety since the age of eight, and more diagnoses after that. Join her as she shares her mental health journey (so far): what she's learned, how she's persevered, and what she is still discovering. A story about mental health, growing up, and learning to love yourself.
SEVEN and a half YEARS
Barons Court Theatre
“We may fall... but can we rise?” From international acclaim to near-total isolation, this 5-star, award-winning solo "GIG THEATRE " show is a deeply moving, autobiographical journey of survival and creative rebirth. Written and performed by world-class composer and songwriter Mark Glentworth (celebrated collaborator of Steven Berkoff), the production chronicles a sudden, devastating breakdown that left him mute and trapped in a world of silence for SEVEN and a half YEARS Told through a powerful blend of gripping monologue and sophisticated, soul-stirring live music reminiscent of Elton John and Billy Joel, this is an intimate window into male mental health, resilience, and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. Stripped-back, raw, and surprisingly uplifting, it is a masterclass in storytelling that will hook you within minutes. Witness a remarkable true story about the healing power of music and a profound reminder that it is never too late to begin again. “A quietly powerful, musically beautiful and deeply human piece of theatre.” ★★★★★
Cornershop Showdown
Camden Comedy Club
Jake Yapp hosts Britain’s brightest new game show for 1976! It's a gleefully shambolic game show set in a 1970s corner shop where one lucky audience member could win a two-hour holiday for four in North Luton! ’Funny and smart in ways this paragraph cannot possibly convey’ - CHARLIE BROOKER
PHAB
The Libra Theatre Cafe
The show comprises an assortment of short plays leading you into different dimensions of absurdity. Partly grotesque and burlesque, partly Pythonesque and sometimes phantasmagorical. You will witness steps into, across and over borders and thresholds, performed by strange and weird characters: • A family drama: Kafka's Urban World on stage • Jesel's return to Camden • Weirdly unexpected problems being solved by the audience • Be prepared for another family drama: Grandma, the brothers, the Stranger and the AI • Imagine a set-up with Psychedelic music, painting, dancing and acting in a strange loop! • Be terrified by a battle between Man and Shrimp!
Dead time Stories
Aces and Eights
After its debut at GrimFest 2025, Dead Time Stories is back for a fourth ghastly retelling. You Have Been Summoned. Dead Time Stories is a darkly comic horror anthology play, and homage to 'The Twilight Zone', 'Inside No. 9' and 'Tales of the Unexpected'. A mysterious unnamed host and her silent but ever-watchful skull companion, John, invite you to a night of spooky storytelling, organised by The Powers That Be. Our host will open her storybook and morph into three different female characters, each with their own macabre story to tell. Take heed and prepare to be unsettled, for each tale twists and turns into the unexpected and nothing is quite as it seems. We shall be quite delighted to see you there...
WingSpan
Arches Lane Theatre
What if immigration bureaucracy were told as a tale of horror? Lawrence has only days left before his residence badge runs out. In order to remain, he must gather evidence, satisfy impossible demands and navigate a rotten city crawling with unspeakable beasts and bureaucratic monsters. As reality unravels around him, the line between administrative process and nightmare begins to disappear. A gothic horror told by a single performer, exploring what it means to belong in a world determined to make you prove it.