Girls on Fire follows the story of Hannie Schaft and Freddie and Truus Oversteegen, three young women who were fundamental in the Dutch resistance during World War Two. As a trio, they seduced and killed civilian traitors and Nazi soldiers, posing as ‘Moffen girls’ to gain the soldiers’ trust and lead them into the woods, where the executions took place. Girls on Fire follows the girls' journey, from their first meetings, through their time in the war, up until Hannie Schaft's execution in 1945, just weeks before the end of the war in the Netherlands. Using folksong and physical theatre to enhance the story-telling, this multidisciplinary piece challenges the audiences’ perceptions of conflict and morality, serving as a reminder of the timeless evidence of violence, war and those who rise against it.

Rocco is a dark comedy about two women stumbling through death, love, and the fragility of the body. Rocco explores what it means to live fully when the end feels close. Celebrating the ridiculous, the beautiful, and the impossible nature of being alive. In the face of loss, they find laughter, friendship, and an outrageous final wish that might carry them through.

Leilani, a lone traveller, seeks sanctuary on a distant island in the Caribbean. Things take an unexpected turn when she encounters a single enigmatic resident with a hidden motive. What begins as a fragile connection slowly becomes something darker and more consuming, pulling Leilani deeper into the unforgiving nature of the island.

An atmospheric horror-thriller, that begs the question, will she find peace, or lose herself to the unknown?

Between goodbye and hello, three characters wave from different shores as time and realities clash and mix in the messy palette of life, loss, and identity.

An artist fêted for her talent is no longer the woman her children recognise. Confronted by her decline, whose expectations do they live up to? 

Daisy lives in a field. Of course she does, she’s a daisy. But while the rest of the daisies close their petals and slumber, Daisy dreams of the stars. Pulling millions of years of Earth magic through her roots, she wonders what life is like among them. Until she is picked for an adventure that doesn’t quite yield the answers she craves. 

 Inspired by recent events, women astronauts and the magic of the stars, the new age of Tripped Theatre brings you their latest offering as a work in progress, with a little music to soothe the journey. 

 From award winning writer Chloe Yates, this piece invites you to welcome your rage, learn the wisdom of the little things and ask what on Earth is really going on. Starring Beth Watson, and directed by Tripped Theatre’s Artistic Director, Georgia Leanne Harris.

There are four colour classes: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary and Devoid. And absolutely no one wants to be devoid but unfortunately for Darren that's what he wakes up as on his 21st birthday. How will Darren and his community adjust to this? Can Darren do the necessary work to take accountability and right his past wrongs? A story of love, community, betrayal and deceit and how trying to fix your mistakes is never an easy feat.

….She was told she was quiet all her life
….then Mahala Roberts
….hit the menopause
….and discovered her rather LOUD expressive voice
….now….no one can shut her up

Come and feel the power of that voice and witness her creative explosion, through a collection of scintillating sketches and punchy poems that will tickle your fancies and form a glow worm around your heart. Themes include cringing, dung beetles, crocodiles and so much more.
Come along and feel the lurve.

Imagine a woman born in 1809, a servant, who would not have been documented at all except for the extraordinary circumstances into which she was born. The cook has a daughter – Hen, but on the same day in the same house is born a boy: the extraordinary Charles Darwin! Their lives become entwined.

 We meet Hen, played by Olivia Post “both enormously affecting and a shapeshifting narrator” when she has had enough of the mess and the carcasses, the flesh eating plants and the pinned butterflies. Watch Hen dishing the dirt on the Darwins and finding her own way as the world for Victorian women begins to change.

 Written by Saskia Wesnigk-Wood, this one woman show has been described by FringeReview as "quietly groundbreaking work, with real potential".

What do you do when your ex-situationship appears after six years in prison for killing her sister’s husband? You invite her and all your friends over and hope for the best, right? Sunk Into the Earth opens to reveal a cozy get-together with a tight-knit group of friends, properly enjoying their weekly pizza-and-wine-night, until we discover that one of the group has just been released from prison for murdering her sister’s abusive husband. As the play unfolds, the characters grapple with their relationships and complex history with one another, prompting deeper thought on the devastating impacts of domestic violence, the uniqueness of female friendships, and the intricacies of queer relationships. A love story set against the violent backdrop of an unspeakable act of sisterly devotion, Sunk Into the Earth is deeply honest in confronting the abyss inside us all. Jagged and tender, dark and light, the play investigates just how far we’ll go for the deep bonds that connect and entangle us.

This is a Rehearsed Reading of Phoebe Noble's work in progress play: The Lining. 

The Lining’ follows a family as they try to find a diagnosis for their youngest daughter's undiagnosed pelvic pain. The play flips between 1600’s and modern day to highlight how little progress has been made and how flawed Gendered Healthcare is.

Phoebe is also an ambassador for the END01000 research project from The University of Edinburgh and suffers herself with Pelvic Congestion Syndrome and Endometriosis. 

Cast includes: 

Sam Daltry

Emily Rayner

Phoebe Noble

Olivia Lawrence

You know that awkward moment when someone asks “But where are you really from?” and you’re trying to decide whether to educate them, ignore them, or throw your samosa at their face?

Bold Brown British is an hour of poetry and real talk — from poet Quarina Sultana, whose debut collection Samosas & Mimosas serves up cultural confusion with a splash of sass. This is spoken word for anyone who’s ever hovered between worlds, rewritten their name at Starbucks, or juggled heritage, home life, and a hella lot of opinions.

Expect poems that shimmy between the sacred and the ridiculous — aunties, ancestors, activism, and the audacity of being brown, British, and gloriously in-between. It’s heartfelt, hilarious, and just the right amount of spicy.

One mic. One hour. A whole lot of opinions.

In this intimate one-woman show, Giulia sets out to honour the life and music of Edith Piaf—but the deeper she dives into Piaf’s world, the more she unearths her own. C’Est Moi is a raw, lyrical journey through music, memory, and identity, where the line between tribute and transformation begins to blur. As Giulia channels Piaf’s fierce spirit and timeless songs, she confronts her own voice—its doubts, its dreams, and its undeniable strength. What begins as a portrayal of a legend becomes a powerful act of self-discovery, as one woman steps out from the shadow and into her own light.

‘God Forgive Us, We Have Burnt A Saint’ is a play about girlhood, sainthood, and begging to be believed. An exploration into feminine strength and female volatility, this modern take on Joan of Arc follows her from humble beginnings in Domremy, to the historic siege at Orleans and being burnt at the stake in Rouen, finally letting her tell her story in her own words. Candid, explicit and current, 'God Forgive Us, We Have Burnt A Saint' retells one of the great stories of European history, through the rarely heard voice of its young heroine.

Her best friend has just been murdered and no one is doing a good enough job at making the killer pay for his crimes. So, Milly believes she has to take fate into her own hands, even if no one else agrees with her. Now if only the bus could actually be on time for once.

You need to get to know Maud, before you can really understand her. The year is 1848 and Maud is treading a thin line between a lonely life with her surgeon husband in the middle of London, or living out her days under the roof of a woman’s institution. Exploring the unspoken experience of the autistic women who never had the chance to speak, Maudlin is an intimate look at the dynamic between sane and mad, patient and doctor, actor and character, real and play, and offers a rare example of a lead neurodivergent character in the period drama canon. Maudlin is performed by a mere cast of three; tense and claustrophobic, it asks the question of how much has really changed for women? And eventually, by the end, you may feel you know Maud a little better.

Set in a theatre broom cupboard, next to the building’s only toilet, Destination: ‘Old Hag’ is possibly the world's first 'Situation-Operatic-Comedy'... so, come and join the Ladies of the Chorus* as they chart their ups and downs in the world of opera over one-act with humour, heart, and a sprinkling of live opera singing!

Destination: ‘Old Hag’ was created and written by Samantha Houston, Bridget Hardy and Penny Rossano. It stars Bridget Hardy, Penny Rossano and Samantha Houston – three opera singers with more years’ stage experience than they care to mention …

*There are only 3 Ladies due to budgetary constraints.

After a sell-out run at the Lambeth Fringe and Edinburgh Fringe, Emily Layton brings her five-star debut solo hour to Etcetera Theatre – and it’s personal. Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak is a bold, honest, and heart-warmingly raw spoken word journey through love, loss, motherhood, and the absurd beauty of wading through life’s chaos.
From writing poetry to impress a boy (don’t we all start somewhere?) to reclaiming her voice with unapologetic emotional clarity, Emily invites audiences to sit in the sun with her — and sometimes in the mess — as she unravels everything from the heartbreaks we whisper about to the small joys that save us.

Expect wit, tears, belly laughs, and solidarity in this “gutwrenching and heartwarming” (audience review) hour from an artist “fearlessly dissecting her own heart on stage.” It’s storytelling at its most honest, wrapped in poetry that’s both lived-in and luminous.
Praise for ‘Eating Satsumas in the Sun and Forgetting About Heartbreak’ at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025:
⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ - “Open, honest, and raw” – Portbello Book Blog
⋆⋆⋆⋆ - “An hour of beautiful poetry, this is a hidden gem… Her writing is deeply hers, but also deeply holistic”

Audience reviews:
“Emily is simply sensational. Her work delivers a rare sense of power and conviction.”
“Sad, raw, and funny – but always incredibly honest.”
“An absolutely beautiful hour of art. Emily is warm, authentic, raw and highly talented. An hour listening to her work… will make you feel more than you could imagine.”
“A gritty and humorous performance.”
“Emily presents a show that is equal parts observed emotion and the human condition’s catharsis. I’d recommend seeing her in the same way a drowning person would recommend air.”

Performed and Written by: Lily Maryon

Directed by: Holly Meechan

Orginal music by: Jack Drewry

Princess Sparkles is a professional princess for hire. Appearing at a five-year-old’s birthday party somewhere near you, she’s a little unstable, very available, and just that little bit too much… She's eager to share with children the joys of life through a Disney filter.

However, a tad flustered and running late, it appears more than her costume may be coming apart at the seams…

In Lily Maryon’s improv driven, character comedy feminist satire she portrays a complex and increasingly jaded performer, struggling to separate life from work. Transported to a chaotic but fun-filled birthday party the audience can expect a burst of high energy and interaction, with games, magic and stories galore, but beware .... this aint Elsa. 

There will be original music, comedy, improvised storytelling and audience interaction.

Sketch off Semi-Finalist 2024 

“Maryon showcases an impressive characterisation” - **** Culture fix for The Beast Will Rise. 

“Skilled Comedian” - Hampshire Chronicle 

“Princess Sparkles had me cackling - one of the most exciting new comedy acts I’ve seen in a while!” - Anna Thomas

Inventive, physical and achingly human the play captures the millennial female zeitgeist. It comically explores life, pregnancy & parenthood and is a "must-see for anyone navigating the complexities of modern womanhood”.

Fin a freelancea illustrator is working a zero-hour contract as a cycle courier, her free-spirited and unconventional approach to life at odds with the expectations of those around her. Her discovery in her late twenties that she is pregnant leads her to confront her own belief systems and examines the othering of expectant mothers. “Labuschagne is a whirlwind of energy and authenticity. An essential commentary on the modern female experience. An inspiring testament to resilience. For anyone who has ever felt at odds with expectations, or faced a life-altering decision.

This show is a profound, hilarious, and ultimately uplifting embrace” * * * * theatretoseelondon.

Presented by Untethered + Hinterland,
Written by Sam Holland-Bunyan & Genevieve Labuschagne,
Directed by Sam Holland-Bunyan,
Performed by Genevieve Labuschagne, Designed by Tabby Bunyan.

Gothic Poetry by Candlelight, is a stunning new show from leading London poet Alice Benson. This one-hour performance promises a Gothic journey yet with many varied themes explored. 

The show is a masterful blend of original spoken word and evocative music, exploring the essential dance between darkness and light. Alice is an award-winning published author (Funny and Uplifting Tales), actress, West End dancer, and comedian (winner ITV’s Take the Mic) and has recently been awarded Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA).

Alice’s poems celebrate the characters that slip through the cracks of society: a Victorian prostitute, a street dweller, a care home resident with a secret. Themes include mental health struggles, mindfulness, nature and even some saucy comedy. 

Descended from writers E.F. Benson and Fredrich von Schiller, Alice masterfully weaves tales of shadow and light, offering a performance that is both hauntingly beautiful and profoundly moving. Don't miss this journey into the lyrical dark. For one hour, escape the modern world and enter a space of Gothic flickering shadows by candlelight, and powerful words and emotions. 

Book your tickets now for a truly unique theatrical experience. Alice's performances include BBC Radio London, Edinburgh Festival, Brighton Festival, Harrow Arts Centre, The Comedy Store Manchester."

"Please note this is a work in progress."

Shortly after her appearances at the National Neurodiversity Shows, Into The Wild Festival and the Royal Festival Hall, join Sammi on an emotional rollercoaster ride as she blends poetry, comedy and narrative to tell stories of her crazy journey through life before a revelatory late diagnosis of autism, ADHD and OCD in her early 50s. Expect laughter and tears through the highs and the lows as a precocious Elvis-obsessed child, RAF officer, international businesswoman and concert photographer, before menopause and a mental health crash into the unknown. Discover why daily activities can be so difficult for neurodivergent people, learn fun facts through science and ponder on what it is means to be neurotypical.

There will be time for you to ask Sammi questions at the end of the performance.

Sammi Ford is an award-winning and published poet, keynote neurodiversity speaker and workshop leader.

“engaging and relatable life experiences, triumphs and challenges, in honest light which resonate with the audience and leave a lasting impression”

The canteen is open. Long night ahead.
Everything ahead.

On the motorway, everyone is on their own private journey. But Maeve and Lucy exist on the side of it, working night shifts at a service station; a liminal, eerie place to stop for a coffee.

No one ever comes in.

When only one of the friends is given the gift of an extraterrestrial encounter, jealousy leads to a violent meltdown in friendship. A chiller night-drug piss play.

I want you to think of the worst thing that you could imagine. Now worse. Now worse. Even worse than that.

Now read the title of this show again.

(We are going to have a great time together, no matter what reaction you just had. winks with both eyes)

It's 1746 and Mary is desperately and dangerously single. Shunned for her smallpox scars, facing pressure from her dad and disdain from local suitors, Mary meets the charming Will Cranstoun and her heart trips.

Coco Cottam's BLANDY is a dark tale about pigs, poison and ruined princesses. Over sixty tense minutes, the experimental comic drama spans the true story of one of the most sensationalised murderers of eighteenth century Britain.

“Riotous, visceral and whip-smart” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Binge Fringe, 2025