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Camden Fringe 2025 @ Etcetera
28 July - 24 August 2025
Barons Court Theatre is incredibly excited to join Camden Fringe this year! Running for almost 20 years, the Camden Fringe has emerged into a much more affordable alternative for theatre-makers in London to have their work presented in a festival setting, while for the audiences it's bringing fringe festival variety without a 5-hour train journey North.
Check our programme and catch as many shows as possible!
Aug
26
Millennial Girl's Sex (Mis)Education
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
What happens when your sex education comes from 00’s Cosmo, Victoria’s Secret, Reality TV and Grease (yes, the musical)? Follow the story of one Millennial Girl, as she explores her sex miseducation, makeovers and an encounter with her hometown's resident misogynist.
Genre: Satire, Tragicomedy
Please note, this is a work in progress.
Aug
27
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Presented by BlackPen Productions & Black Bat Productions
Written by & Starring Emeka Agada
Directed by Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Set in a fractured America transitioning from the Reagan era into the Bush presidency, The Last Black Messiah is a touching two-hander political drama that unfolds inside a prison. Dr. Oko, an ex-professor and black revolutionary leader, awaits his execution. When his former student makes a surprise visit to the once renowned professor, not everything is as it seems.
Through memories and clashing convictions, the play explores the struggle for power and justice in a nation whose priorities overlook the needs of the people.
This marks the world premiere and playwriting debut of Emeka Agada, a rising actor known for his work in the hit action series Reacher (Amazon Prime). Co-starring Kenneth Butler, and directed by award-nominated playwright and director Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller, known for his bold and innovative theatre work. This production is a must see!
Cast & Creative Team
Emeka Agada
Emeka Agada is an award nominated actor who rose to international attention for his viral appearance in Amazon Prime’s original series, Reacher. On film, he recently portrayed Hip-Hop legend Paradise Gray in an upcoming biopic starring David Harewood. His stage work includes The Midnight Caller and Kim’s Convenience. His original sketch comedy web series Black Smith was recently an official selection at TINFF, earning three nominations, including Best Web Series and Best Actor.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Kenneth Butler
Stage credits include Flying Ant Day, Pericles, Looking Forward and The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller is a director, actor, screenwriter, and published playwright. He has directed more than 30 theatrical productions, including the UK premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames’ White and three runs of his acclaimed play In Everglade Studio. His work has been nominated for the George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright (for Blood Red Apples & Deep Gold Honey), the BBC Writersroom Popcorn Award for Best New Writing (for In Everglade Studio), and an Offie (for Port City Signature), and won a Bursary Prize for writing and performance at Screenshot, hosted by the Royal Court (for The Nomineers, a monologue adaptation of his play Press). Most recently directed the media satire ‘Press’ (★★★★★ “Genius” – Broadway Baby)
Black Bat Productions has been creating theatre since 2017, and has been behind a broad range of sharp, stylish pieces of theatre. The company has a curious, incisive, and acclaimed approach to original storytelling. In addition to multiple London runs, Black Bat Productions has staged original work at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival seven times. Notable productions include: 1950s jazz noir Mack The Knife, Twilight-Zone-inspired mystery Technicolor, razor-sharp political satire Chagos 1971, heist thriller Fear of Roses, 1960s fashion-industry caper Nines and contemporary comedy-drama The Kindness of Strangers. Black Bat Productions has seen three of its pieces published by Methuen Drama: 1970s set play-with-songs In Everglade Studio, Hitchcock-esque noir thriller Port City Signature, and acclaimed satire Press.
Black Pen Productions is a London-based creative company dedicated to developing bold new writing and socially engaging storytelling across stage and screen. Its debut production, The Midnight Caller, achieved a sold‑out run at the Old Red Lion Theatre (★★★★ " Thrilling” – Everything Theatre)
CW: Racial tension, strong language, grief, death and drug use. Occasional loud noise.
Recommend age 14+
Aug
28
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
At Etcetera, 'Gap' boldly confronts the 'anti-AI' debate transforming creative industries.
Director Kirill Levman on his AI collaboration: 'No, it isn't some ‘wanna-be writer’ taking an AI shortcut. Yes, I was desperate—exhausted from scouring contemporary works and fighting copyright battles. Classical plays are brilliant, but I couldn't find inspiration that fits my mood in this situation. So why not collaborate with AI? Can you watch five minutes of television without hearing about it? Welcome to a new era.'
The story follows gallery owner Kirsten Blackwood caught in a volatile triangle with her young artist boyfriend George and ambitious influencer friend Christopher. Their drawing room drama escalates when George's AI-assisted art challenges Kirsten's traditional values while Christopher pursues viral fame at any cost.
Set in the art world, the play reflects our shared anxiety about artificial creativity, echoing genuine concerns about AI's impact on human expression. The production embraces this contradiction—incorporating AI while affirming theatre's human essence. Join the conversation! Scan the QR code to enter our WhatsApp group and participate. Don't turn off your phones – you're part of the performance.
Cast: Sophie Jugé, Tristan Pegg, Kirill Levman
Creative Team: Yulia Savitskaya, Lucien Campbell, Vera Parnikel
Idea and directed by Kirill Levman
Aug
28
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Presented by BlackPen Productions & Black Bat Productions
Written by & Starring Emeka Agada
Directed by Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Set in a fractured America transitioning from the Reagan era into the Bush presidency, The Last Black Messiah is a touching two-hander political drama that unfolds inside a prison. Dr. Oko, an ex-professor and black revolutionary leader, awaits his execution. When his former student makes a surprise visit to the once renowned professor, not everything is as it seems.
Through memories and clashing convictions, the play explores the struggle for power and justice in a nation whose priorities overlook the needs of the people.
This marks the world premiere and playwriting debut of Emeka Agada, a rising actor known for his work in the hit action series Reacher (Amazon Prime). Co-starring Kenneth Butler, and directed by award-nominated playwright and director Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller, known for his bold and innovative theatre work. This production is a must see!
Cast & Creative Team
Emeka Agada
Emeka Agada is an award nominated actor who rose to international attention for his viral appearance in Amazon Prime’s original series, Reacher. On film, he recently portrayed Hip-Hop legend Paradise Gray in an upcoming biopic starring David Harewood. His stage work includes The Midnight Caller and Kim’s Convenience. His original sketch comedy web series Black Smith was recently an official selection at TINFF, earning three nominations, including Best Web Series and Best Actor.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Kenneth Butler
Stage credits include Flying Ant Day, Pericles, Looking Forward and The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller is a director, actor, screenwriter, and published playwright. He has directed more than 30 theatrical productions, including the UK premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames’ White and three runs of his acclaimed play In Everglade Studio. His work has been nominated for the George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright (for Blood Red Apples & Deep Gold Honey), the BBC Writersroom Popcorn Award for Best New Writing (for In Everglade Studio), and an Offie (for Port City Signature), and won a Bursary Prize for writing and performance at Screenshot, hosted by the Royal Court (for The Nomineers, a monologue adaptation of his play Press). Most recently directed the media satire ‘Press’ (★★★★★ “Genius” – Broadway Baby)
Black Bat Productions has been creating theatre since 2017, and has been behind a broad range of sharp, stylish pieces of theatre. The company has a curious, incisive, and acclaimed approach to original storytelling. In addition to multiple London runs, Black Bat Productions has staged original work at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival seven times. Notable productions include: 1950s jazz noir Mack The Knife, Twilight-Zone-inspired mystery Technicolor, razor-sharp political satire Chagos 1971, heist thriller Fear of Roses, 1960s fashion-industry caper Nines and contemporary comedy-drama The Kindness of Strangers. Black Bat Productions has seen three of its pieces published by Methuen Drama: 1970s set play-with-songs In Everglade Studio, Hitchcock-esque noir thriller Port City Signature, and acclaimed satire Press.
Black Pen Productions is a London-based creative company dedicated to developing bold new writing and socially engaging storytelling across stage and screen. Its debut production, The Midnight Caller, achieved a sold‑out run at the Old Red Lion Theatre (★★★★ " Thrilling” – Everything Theatre)
CW: Racial tension, strong language, grief, death and drug use. Occasional loud noise.
Recommend age 14+
Aug
29
- 17:00 18:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Presented by BlackPen Productions & Black Bat Productions
Written by & Starring Emeka Agada
Directed by Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Set in a fractured America transitioning from the Reagan era into the Bush presidency, The Last Black Messiah is a touching two-hander political drama that unfolds inside a prison. Dr. Oko, an ex-professor and black revolutionary leader, awaits his execution. When his former student makes a surprise visit to the once renowned professor, not everything is as it seems.
Through memories and clashing convictions, the play explores the struggle for power and justice in a nation whose priorities overlook the needs of the people.
This marks the world premiere and playwriting debut of Emeka Agada, a rising actor known for his work in the hit action series Reacher (Amazon Prime). Co-starring Kenneth Butler, and directed by award-nominated playwright and director Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller, known for his bold and innovative theatre work. This production is a must see!
Cast & Creative Team
Emeka Agada
Emeka Agada is an award nominated actor who rose to international attention for his viral appearance in Amazon Prime’s original series, Reacher. On film, he recently portrayed Hip-Hop legend Paradise Gray in an upcoming biopic starring David Harewood. His stage work includes The Midnight Caller and Kim’s Convenience. His original sketch comedy web series Black Smith was recently an official selection at TINFF, earning three nominations, including Best Web Series and Best Actor.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Kenneth Butler
Stage credits include Flying Ant Day, Pericles, Looking Forward and The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.
Trained at Guildford School of Acting
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller
Nathaniel Brimmer-Beller is a director, actor, screenwriter, and published playwright. He has directed more than 30 theatrical productions, including the UK premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames’ White and three runs of his acclaimed play In Everglade Studio. His work has been nominated for the George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright (for Blood Red Apples & Deep Gold Honey), the BBC Writersroom Popcorn Award for Best New Writing (for In Everglade Studio), and an Offie (for Port City Signature), and won a Bursary Prize for writing and performance at Screenshot, hosted by the Royal Court (for The Nomineers, a monologue adaptation of his play Press). Most recently directed the media satire ‘Press’ (★★★★★ “Genius” – Broadway Baby)
Black Bat Productions has been creating theatre since 2017, and has been behind a broad range of sharp, stylish pieces of theatre. The company has a curious, incisive, and acclaimed approach to original storytelling. In addition to multiple London runs, Black Bat Productions has staged original work at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival seven times. Notable productions include: 1950s jazz noir Mack The Knife, Twilight-Zone-inspired mystery Technicolor, razor-sharp political satire Chagos 1971, heist thriller Fear of Roses, 1960s fashion-industry caper Nines and contemporary comedy-drama The Kindness of Strangers. Black Bat Productions has seen three of its pieces published by Methuen Drama: 1970s set play-with-songs In Everglade Studio, Hitchcock-esque noir thriller Port City Signature, and acclaimed satire Press.
Black Pen Productions is a London-based creative company dedicated to developing bold new writing and socially engaging storytelling across stage and screen. Its debut production, The Midnight Caller, achieved a sold‑out run at the Old Red Lion Theatre (★★★★ " Thrilling” – Everything Theatre)
CW: Racial tension, strong language, grief, death and drug use. Occasional loud noise.
Recommend age 14+
Aug
29
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”- Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Love We Think We Deserve is a bold, thought-provoking show about people living with Borderline Personality Disorder, how they experience the world and the struggles they face. Around 1 in a 100 people live with BPD, yet it is one of the most stigmatized mental health conditions. Online searches will reinforce harmful stereotypes and the majority of articles advise you how to “spot borderlines” – and avoid them. Rosie Cappuccino writes in her book, ‘Talking About BPD’: “A couple of clicks reveal widespread derogatory attitudes towards the condition […] YouTube videos […] warn that people with BPD are […] impossible to connect with and incapable of love. […] for many people the risks of being deemed untrustworthy, incapable or even dangerous can be too high. […] Many people […] feel safer disclosing anything but BPD.” With this play, I aim to give an insight into what living with BPD feels like and contribute to breaking down the stigma, bit by bit.
“I am not the other. I am one of you. Speak about me as if I were in the room- because I am.”
Aug
29
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
At Etcetera, 'Gap' boldly confronts the 'anti-AI' debate transforming creative industries.
Director Kirill Levman on his AI collaboration: 'No, it isn't some ‘wanna-be writer’ taking an AI shortcut. Yes, I was desperate—exhausted from scouring contemporary works and fighting copyright battles. Classical plays are brilliant, but I couldn't find inspiration that fits my mood in this situation. So why not collaborate with AI? Can you watch five minutes of television without hearing about it? Welcome to a new era.'
The story follows gallery owner Kirsten Blackwood caught in a volatile triangle with her young artist boyfriend George and ambitious influencer friend Christopher. Their drawing room drama escalates when George's AI-assisted art challenges Kirsten's traditional values while Christopher pursues viral fame at any cost.
Set in the art world, the play reflects our shared anxiety about artificial creativity, echoing genuine concerns about AI's impact on human expression. The production embraces this contradiction—incorporating AI while affirming theatre's human essence. Join the conversation! Scan the QR code to enter our WhatsApp group and participate. Don't turn off your phones – you're part of the performance.
Cast: Sophie Jugé, Tristan Pegg, Kirill Levman
Creative Team: Yulia Savitskaya, Lucien Campbell, Vera Parnikel
Idea and directed by Kirill Levman
Aug
30
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”- Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Love We Think We Deserve is a bold, thought-provoking show about people living with Borderline Personality Disorder, how they experience the world and the struggles they face. Around 1 one a 100 people live with BPD, yet it is one of the most stigmatized mental health conditions. Online searches will reinforce harmful stereotypes and the majority of articles advise you how to “spot borderlines” – and avoid them. Rosie Cappuccino writes in her book, ‘Talking About BPD’: “A couple of clicks reveal widespread derogatory attitudes towards the condition […] YouTube videos […] warn that people with BPD are […] impossible to connect with and incapable of love. […] for many people the risks of being deemed untrustworthy, incapable or even dangerous can be too high. […] Many people […] feel safer disclosing anything but BPD.” With this play, I aim to give an insight into what living with BPD feels like and contribute to breaking down the stigma, bit by bit.
“I am not the other. I am one of you. Speak about me as if I were in the room- because I am.”
Aug
31
- 15:00 16:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
“We accept the love we think we deserve.”- Stephen Chbosky, The Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Love We Think We Deserve is a bold, thought-provoking show about people living with Borderline Personality Disorder, how they experience the world and the struggles they face. Around 1 one a 100 people live with BPD, yet it is one of the most stigmatized mental health conditions. Online searches will reinforce harmful stereotypes and the majority of articles advise you how to “spot borderlines” – and avoid them. Rosie Cappuccino writes in her book, ‘Talking About BPD’: “A couple of clicks reveal widespread derogatory attitudes towards the condition […] YouTube videos […] warn that people with BPD are […] impossible to connect with and incapable of love. […] for many people the risks of being deemed untrustworthy, incapable or even dangerous can be too high. […] Many people […] feel safer disclosing anything but BPD.” With this play, I aim to give an insight into what living with BPD feels like and contribute to breaking down the stigma, bit by bit.
“I am not the other. I am one of you. Speak about me as if I were in the room- because I am.”
Aug
31
'I Call This One... Purple Rain'
- 18:00 19:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
“We all know the story of Rapunzel... But what if I told you history has this story all wrong?"
This is not the fairytale you grew up with. I Call This One... Purple Rain is a bold, heartfelt reimagining of the Rapunzel myth — where the long-lost prince isn’t a knight in shining armour, but the Purple One himself: Prince Rogers Nelson. Told through monologue, memory, and music, this solo show explores identity, isolation, and the power of imagination in the face of silence. Inspired by real-life stories of stolen childhoods and the healing power of pop culture, it's a raw, funny, and moving letter to the past — and to Prince.
Written and Performed by: Rebecca Johnson
Producer: Khadija Hunter
Aug
31
- 20:00 20:05
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
A Shanghai dream wrapped in silk and rhythm. Tango in Silk tells the story of an East Asian woman arriving in the UK — her fear, tension, and cultural collision expressed through a fusion of Argentine tango and Chinese qipao style. A short but powerful journey of identity, movement, and transformation.
Sept
4
The Leeds Tealights: Never Not Forever
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Straight from another successful Fringe run, your favourite sketch comedy boyband is back with their greatest hits! Winners of the Derek Award for Best Sketch Show at the 2024 Fringe, The Leeds Tealights present 50 minutes of chart-topping, raucous sketch comedy. Fresh from critically acclaimed performances in Leeds, Durham, Oxford and Manchester, these veteran performers sing, dance and deliver non-stop sketch mayhem. They're the boyband of your dreams – you'll laugh, you'll cry (from laughter), and you'll want to crowd-surf.
Sept
6
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
A Mind Full is the story of one man's healing journey, from chasing dopamine and dreams to moving into a Buddhist community and trying (badly) to meditate. Blending stand-up, storytelling and theatrical moments, A Mind Full explores what happens when a wide boy with ADHD and impulse issues goes full mindfulness. Along the way: spiritual bypassing, compulsive behaviour and the ongoing tension between craving peace and needing the spotlight. A raw, funny and painfully relatable look at what happens when you try to heal... and your brain has other plans.
Sept
8
Am I Losing My Mind Or Just My Figure?
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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 freelance 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.
Sept
9
ALPHABET RAINBOW: a Fistful of Queer Plays
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Fresh from an acclaimed run in Brighton, writer/director Nick Myles presents his latest show: a typically varied and surprising collection of five short plays exploring queer lives today.
It’s not about labels or choosing a letter to identify yourself with. Alphabet Rainbow is simply five slices of exceptional theatrical storytelling. There are laughs, high drama, politics, families of varying shapes, and relationships of all different shades.
Here you’ll meet characters including an unexpected twink, a principled lesbian and a grumpy bi guy, brought to life by a cast of superb actors in perfectly formed plays covering subjects from illicit sex to first love, the trauma of betrayal and the joy of hope.
The five plays featured are:
Knees – A terrified young man is running for his life. But what is he so frightened of, and is he somehow responsible for the danger he’s in?
Jamie – A comic mystery. Who is gorgeous Jamie, and how did he end up in Neil’s hotel room?
The Politics of Lisa – Idealistic lesbian Lisa charts her personal and political evolution alongside the rise of a certain Jeremy Corbyn, MP.
Unbelievably Happy – An anti-hero’s journey. Against all the evidence, grumpy bi guy Cole claims to be a born romantic.
Kitchen Tables – One man’s voyage from trauma to fulfilment. Sometimes it really does get better…
Reviews from Brighton Fringe Festival 2025:
“Stellar… beautifully crafted and performed. Queer theatre at its absolute best.” ★★★★★ Voice Mag
“Incredibly well-honed scripts… Funny, heartwarming, shocking and most of all real.” Brighton & Hove News
“Excellent!!!” Nigel May, Brighton Gaydio
Tickets: £15 Duration: 1 hour Age: 14+
Cast: Evan Emanuel, Neil James, Terry Diab, Matthew Hodson
Sept
11
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
12
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
13
- 15:00 16:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
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.
Sept
13
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
13
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
14
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
16
- 17:00 18:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
16
THE LINING - REHEARSED READING
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
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
Sept
16
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
17
Sketchburn: a scratch night for sketch comedy films
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
It’s the return of SKETCHBURN: the sketches of tomorrow, today!
(And by ‘today’, I mean 'Wednesday, 17th September’.)
A ragtag group of comedy writers, performers and ne’er-do-wells present works-in-progress of their latest sketch comedy films. The aim: to bring the feedback loop of live comedy to filmed comedy sketches, at every stage of the process:
- 📚 The Readings: staged readings of brand-new sketch scripts
- 🎬 The Rough Cuts: screenings of rough cuts fresh from the edit
- 🍿 The Showcase: screenings of finished sketches, ready to go
As well as listening out for what makes you laugh, there’ll be space for more direct feedback too – so you can help us decide which bits to keep and which bits to burn forever.
So if you’re a fellow comedy creator who loves dissecting the metaphorical frog, or a comedy fan who wants to peek behind the metaphorical curtain, then SKETCHBURN is the (non-metaphorical) night for you!
(And if you want to skip the booking fee, you can call the box office directly: 020 7482 4857)
Sept
17
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
18
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
18
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
19
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
19
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
20
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
21
- 13:00 14:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
….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.
Sept
21
- 18:30 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
22
- 17:00 18:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
22
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
A group of friends rally around one of their own as he experiences unimaginable grief. But Syd loves Silas, Rob loves Yara, Yara is weary and Cal is hurting. And there’s something strange going on in the background of Silas’ photographs. Coming from a sold out run at the Fitzpatrick Theatre in Cambridge, The Healing Room is a tragicomedy exploring the intersection of grief, sex, intimacy and art.
16+ - Contains distressing themes, strong language & mild intimacy
Sept
22
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
Step into a world of mind-bending illusion and sophisticated misdirection as award winning magician Oliver Ward brings his acclaimed stage show back to Camden. This reinvented show is not your standard magic show. He gets booked all over the world and this is your chance to see a glimpse of what Oliver can do!
Known for holding the record for the "quickest hands in the world", Oliver blends sleight of hand mastery with high impact psychological magic, pushing the boundaries of what your mind believes is possible.
Expect an evening that is equal parts elegance, intelligence and astonishment: unpredictable routines, carefully structure to challenge perception and provoke conversation long after the final bow. Whether you're intrigued by mental feats, elegant card magic or psychological surprises, Oliver offers an experience that reaches beyond typical entertainment.
Prepare to question reality - and maybe even believe in something stronger than coincidence.
Sept
23
- 17:00 18:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
23
- 19:00 20:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
A group of friends rally around one of their own as he experiences unimaginable grief. But Syd loves Silas, Rob loves Yara, Yara is weary and Cal is hurting. And there’s something strange going on in the background of Silas’ photographs. Coming from a sold out run at the Fitzpatrick Theatre in Cambridge, The Healing Room is a tragicomedy exploring the intersection of grief, sex, intimacy and art.
16+ - Contains distressing themes, strong language & mild intimacy
Sept
24
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Because We Said We Would is set in a white board world where the scenes and additional characters are drawn throughout.
Follow Jeanie and Tam from the age of seven as they bond over Queen and cassette tapes, making a pact to meet every 5 years, same time, same place. They grow up through changing music scenes, schoolyard taunts and dreams of rock stardom, where their bond deepens into something that defies easy definition and a childhood promise leads to a lifelong connection. But not everyone’s song plays out the same…
This is a dynamic, working-class story of friendship and music, tracing decades of love, loss, and loyalty that unfolds with humour and heart.
Team:
Writer: Helen Fox
Director: Ellie J Stevens
Technical Operator: Rowan Crawford
Actors: Codge Crawford & Helen Fox
(Content Warning- some swearing, reference to SA & suicide)
Sept
25
- 13:00 14:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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?
Sept
25
- 15:00 16:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
A group of friends rally around one of their own as he experiences unimaginable grief. But Syd loves Silas, Rob loves Yara, Yara is weary and Cal is hurting. And there’s something strange going on in the background of Silas’ photographs. Coming from a sold out run at the Fitzpatrick Theatre in Cambridge, The Healing Room is a tragicomedy exploring the intersection of grief, sex, intimacy and art.
16+ - Contains distressing themes, strong language & mild intimacy
Sept
25
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
25
- 21:00 22:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Because We Said We Would is set in a white board world where the scenes and additional characters are drawn throughout.
Follow Jeanie and Tam from the age of seven as they bond over Queen and cassette tapes, making a pact to meet every 5 years, same time, same place. They grow up through changing music scenes, schoolyard taunts and dreams of rock stardom, where their bond deepens into something that defies easy definition and a childhood promise leads to a lifelong connection. But not everyone’s song plays out the same…
This is a dynamic, working-class story of friendship and music, tracing decades of love, loss, and loyalty that unfolds with humour and heart.
Team:
Writer: Helen Fox
Director: Ellie J Stevens
Technical Operator: Rowan Crawford
Actors: Codge Crawford & Helen Fox
(Content Warning- some swearing, reference to SA & suicide)
Sept
26
- 13:00 14:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
26
- 15:00 16:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Because We Said We Would is set in a white board world where the scenes and additional characters are drawn throughout.
Follow Jeanie and Tam from the age of seven as they bond over Queen and cassette tapes, making a pact to meet every 5 years, same time, same place. They grow up through changing music scenes, schoolyard taunts and dreams of rock stardom, where their bond deepens into something that defies easy definition and a childhood promise leads to a lifelong connection. But not everyone’s song plays out the same…
This is a dynamic, working-class story of friendship and music, tracing decades of love, loss, and loyalty that unfolds with humour and heart.
Team:
Writer: Helen Fox
Director: Ellie J Stevens
Technical Operator: Rowan Crawford
Actors: Codge Crawford & Helen Fox
(Content Warning- some swearing, reference to SA & suicide)
Sept
26
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
26
- 21:00 22:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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?
Sept
27
- 13:00 14:00
- Etcetera Theatre (map)
Because We Said We Would is set in a white board world where the scenes and additional characters are drawn throughout.
Follow Jeanie and Tam from the age of seven as they bond over Queen and cassette tapes, making a pact to meet every 5 years, same time, same place. They grow up through changing music scenes, schoolyard taunts and dreams of rock stardom, where their bond deepens into something that defies easy definition and a childhood promise leads to a lifelong connection. But not everyone’s song plays out the same…
This is a dynamic, working-class story of friendship and music, tracing decades of love, loss, and loyalty that unfolds with humour and heart.
Team:
Writer: Helen Fox
Director: Ellie J Stevens
Technical Operator: Rowan Crawford
Actors: Codge Crawford & Helen Fox
(Content Warning- some swearing, reference to SA & suicide)
Sept
27
The Perils of Universal Credit
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
The Perils of Universal Credit is a powerful ensemble piece performed by a talented cast, bringing to life a tapestry of real stories drawn from the front-line of 21st century Britain's welfare crisis.
Written by acclaimed writer and activist Sharron Spice, this deeply human play follow a woman's relentless struggle to claim universal credit, whilst searching for work and stability. With humour, honesty and emotional impact the perils of universal credit exposes the often ignored realities of life on the margins.
A must see production that speaks for those too often silenced.
Sept
28
- 18:00 19:00
NAZERETH LOVE JONES LIVE
Sept
28
- 20:00 21:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
Sept
29
- 19:00 20:00
- 265 Camden High StreetLondon, England, NW1 7BUUnited Kingdom (map)
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.
