Not every escape is a way out
To find a way out, she’ll have to break through something much stronger than just the basement door. Inspired by astonishing true stories, INSIDE is a psychological drama that explores the effects of Stockholm Syndrome, the human instinct to survive and the power of hope.
Credits.
Writer & Performer Rosie MacPherson
Director Ed Lilly
Producer John Tomlinson
Stage Manager Ruth Burgon
Designer Celia Dugua
Sound Designer Sam Skitt
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Funded by Arts Council England, England & O2 Think Big
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Writer & Performer Rosie MacPherson
Director Ed Lilly
Producer John Tomlinson
Stage Manager Ruth Burgon
Designer Celia Dugua
Sound Designer Sam Skitt
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The Lowry, THEATRE503, Gilded Balloon, Canterbury Festival, The Octagon, MAC, SlungLow, The Garage, The Bikeshed Theatre, CAST & Theatre Delicatessen.
Kidnapped aged 12, for 4,383 days she has learned how to survive. Now, reeling from her latest beating and in the most critical hour of her captivity, a young girl must learn that not everything she has been told is true. But to find a way out, she’ll have to break through something much stronger than just the basement door. Inspired by astonishing true stories, INSIDE is a psychological drama that explores the effects of Stockholm Syndrome, the human instinct to survive and the power of hope.
*INSIDE was nominated for the Fringe First, Carol Tambor and Bobby Awards.*
★★★★★
“…one of the most intelligent pieces of theatre to premiere in years.” “MacPherson is a rising star, definitely one to watch.”
REVIEWS HUB★★★★★
“Harrowing, complex and original… MacPherson will move you to tears and have you looking out for her name in the future.”
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★★★★
“HOT SHOW'
“There can be few more involving or unforgettable character studies in Edinburgh this year… an incredibly powerful and emotional piece” “Hits every beat beautifully.”
— THE SCOTSMAN
★★★★★
“Once in a while you come across a piece of theatre that instantly knocks you off your feet by its sheer astonishing bravado and unforgettable strength. I’m glad to have found that piece already this year with this haunting, intimate and devastating drama.” “…one of the most unforgettable pieces of theatre.”
— BROADWAY BABY
★★★★★
“We become immersed and drawn into her ever shrinking world - Rosie MacPherson gives a compelling performance and she is definitely a future talent to watch out for!”
— WHATSONSTAGE
Press.
[COVER STORY] THE BIG ISSUE NORTH “A one-woman tour-de-force.” Rosie MacPherson is not only one of the country’s rising actors – she’s a playwright as well”
THE INDEPENDENT “Edinburgh Fringe to showcase timely new drama inspired by Natascha Kampusch, Elisabeth Fritzl and Jaycee Lee Dugard”
A YOUNGER THEATRE Feature: Inside of Stockholm Syndrome
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