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Shaedates: or how I learned to love myself

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Synopsis

A tender, surreal and wildly imaginative comedy about finding true love by dating yourself.

Arts Council England Funded

Where?

UK Tour/Edinburgh Fringe 2016

Credits

• Developed with support from Bristol Ferment/Bristol Old Vic
• Supported by Arts Council England
• Written by Shaelee Rooke & Toby Hulse
• Performed & Produced by Shaelee Rooke
• Directed by Toby Hulse

Reviews and awards

• “Bursting with energy, humour and innocence… Rooke’s performance is impressive: over an hour of unwavering energy… As a witty exploration of the social anxieties and inner thoughts from which we all suffer… a brilliantly executed production” ★★★★ –  EdFringe Review

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