from Barbara Diesel & Helen Parry
Bold, raw and cynical: Dear Eliza is a one-woman play interrogating the deterioration of a friendship under the strain of mental illness and the fear of being a burden. In a media culture that either villainises or victimises the mentally ill, Dear Eliza navigates the grey area with guts and defiance. Utilising a masterful blend between heartbreak and humour, this not-to-miss performance strives to redefine our perceptions on what it ‘looks like’ to be mentally ill, whilst showing us the power in saying out loud what we’d all rather keep inside of our heads.
Dear Eliza comes to the Buxton Festival Fringe following a short tour of the UK and a hugely successful run at the Brighton Fringe! Shortlisted Best Newcomer at Greater Manchester Fringe 2023. Heralded as a ‘must-watch performance’ (***** - Better Than Words) that is ‘captivating from start to finish’ (****1/2 – A Youngish Perspective). 'It is a difficult task to capture the audience as beautifully as Diesel does' (**** - Adventures In Theatreland).
Due to strong language, and discussions of mental illness and suicide, this show is recommended for ages 16+.

Fri 5th July, 5.30pm
Tue 9th July, 2.30pm
Tue 16th July, 4pm
Run time: 60 minutes
£7-£10