Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life

Theatre (music, solo show)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 18 months

This show has performances in multiple locations

Description

This highly awarded, inspirational true story returns to Edinburgh after an exceptionally successful 2022 visit. Added content for 2023! This heartfelt tale of overcoming obstacles, pursuing passions, and the healing power of music has delighted international audiences. **** (Broadway Baby). 'A heart-warming show which is much needed at present' (BritishTheatreGuide.info). One of 18 'Best of' shows selected worldwide to participate in the Fringe Encore Series, Off-Broadway in New York City. Sold-out run. Join us for a banjo playin’, joke tellin’, heart healin’ experience!

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: If not taking the lift there is a full flight of stairs into the space.
  • Wheelchair access type: Platform Lift

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info


How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Mike Lemme 115 days ago

Some people have a favorite movie they watch over and over again because it fills them with comfort, joy and a sense of hope. Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life does that for me. I could watch Keith perform this show a million times and still love every second.


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UK Theatre Web (4/5 stars) 107 days ago

Funny, moving and genuinely entertaining.

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ThreeWeeks (4/5 stars) 112 days ago

A fine piece of American storytelling.

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