Headache

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Theatre (new writing, drama)

  • Venue 9
    theSpace @ Niddry St - Studio
  • 12:10
  • Aug 20
  • 50 minutes
  • Suitability: 12+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Tanieth Kerr
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, including descriptions of injury to a loved one
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 18 months

Description

AJ doesn’t like karaoke, but she does like the girl who asked her to go. She wasn't always like this. Before her dad’s brain injury she would have jumped at the chance to go, but now everything is different. Lost and unsure, AJ is trying to patch her life back together with chicken nuggets, karaoke and a really cute girl from her literature seminar. Written and performed by Tanieth Kerr, this play explores family, loss, the effects of brain injury, the mortality of parents and working up the courage to go to karaoke.

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Tom Winterburn 128 days ago

I went to this having someone in my life who has had an acquired brain injury for the last two and a half years, but I found the show touched on very relatable, human elements of tragedy that anyone would understand. It was funny, poignant, sad but above all, very human. Tanieth did a great job of communicating something as complex as a brain injury into what it means, day to day, and longer term. I recognised myself in the play, which is no small feat to achieve. Great stuff.

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Eleanor May Blackburn 129 days ago

As a survivor of brain injury I found this show articulated what it must have been like for my family. You feel like you are her best friend and the acting is beautiful. I'm so glad brain injury's are getting a bit of airtime! Fantastically executed.

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Freya Gustafson 133 days ago

Fantastic acting, engaging and very moving. You could really feel the depth of every emotion she felt, and I found myself crying more than once! Definitely go see this!

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Molly Robinson 133 days ago

Well written and well performed. I laughed, I cried, a really good example of the genre.

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HEADACHE not only entertains but also sparks important conversations about resilience, family dynamics, and the often-overlooked impacts of brain injury. It’s a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to find light in the darkest of times, and a reminder of the healing power of laughter and shared experiences. 134 days ago

HEADACHE not only entertains but also sparks important conversations about resilience, family dynamics, and the often-overlooked impacts of brain injury. It’s a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to find light in the darkest of times, and a reminder of the healing power of laughter and shared experiences.

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Meg Gould 135 days ago

An amazing show full of emotion and an incredible true story. Was so moved by the performance and Would highly recommend.

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One4Review (4/5 stars) 129 days ago

Tanieth Kerr is a brave and talented performer who delivers the performance straight from her heart.

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