Why Am I (Still) Like This?

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Theatre (neurodiversity-led, storytelling)

  • Venue 362
    Fringe Online - YouTube
  • Watch onDemand (available from 2 August)
  • 45 minutes
  • Suitability: 16+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
  • Group: Nicole Nadler / High Heels and Heavy Suitcases Productions
  • Warnings and additional info: Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing

This show has performances in multiple locations

Description

Meet Nicole: Hyperverbal, chaotic and a little dramatic with deep self loathing and crippling self esteem issues, she thought she was a complete disaster, until she found out she had ADHD. Three years later she impulsively wrote and performed her first one woman show in 2023 about discovering her ADHD at 30, Why Am I Like This? Bracing herself for failure, the opposite happened: everyone loved the show (and her?!) So why is it so hard to believe? Why is she so empty? Now there's a new question: Why Am I (Still) Like This?

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Information not supplied

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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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
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  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Maria Turnbull 85 days ago

This is hands down one of the best shows I have ever seen in the Fringe. Nicole had me gripped from start to end with her emotive, inspiring and entertaining performance of this show. As someone who also has ADHD, this show made me feel heard and validated my own experiences of having the condition. I have also recommended the show to others who have loved it too. You’re a star, Nicole!

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GV 126 days ago

OMG Nicole, you have described literally my own life! Such a eye-opening show: you made me feel emotions and made me realise
we are not alone! You are amazing and such a brave person, you pull off such a great, emotional and informative show for you and for the audience. THANK YOU! ❤️

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Geeky Roo 131 days ago

A one woman show about one woman and that nasty little voice that lives inside our head. SOOOOOOO relatable, emotional and utterly brilliant! Go see it NOW!

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Frances 132 days ago

I watched the online version, loved it, and now regret not having seen the show in person when I was in Edinburgh this week. It's such a powerful performance and message. Personally, I can relate to it so much. As she said it in this one line: the show makes (some) people feel seen... and the way it is presented evokes so many strong feelings - it is quite impressive.

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Jean Campbell 132 days ago

I saw this show last year and was blown away by Nicole’s honest, humorous and relatable performance ! Since then my son has had a formal diagnosis of ADHD and we all wanted to come back to see this brilliant show! I have been a high school teacher for 28 years and learnt more about neurodivergence in one hour than I have in any other school CPD I’ve experienced. I would highly recommend this show for anyone but especially those who work with teenagers and those who want to educate themselves on the struggles someone with ADHD has on a daily basis! I found myself laughing and crying in equal measure - Nicole is a very engaging performer and I loved her insight into the mental health and well-being of someone living and thriving now that she knows ‘why I am still like this!?’

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Olenka Lenets 137 days ago

Nicole delves into the complexities of self-acceptance. Her honest portrayal of the challenges and triumphs of living with ADHD is both funny and poignant. A must-see for anyone who's ever felt like an outsider.

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Theatre Village 124 days ago

; it’s a celebration of neurodiversity and a call for greater understanding and acceptance.

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Neurodiverse Review (4/5 stars) 127 days ago

Nicole is honest, self-aware and captivating throughout this deeply intelligent piece.

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Edinburgh Guide (4/5 stars) 129 days ago

Nadler is funny, empathetic and charming: as an audience member you want to give her a (virtual) hug for the experiences she has lived through and her mastery in creating this humorous, witty and ultimately triumphant piece. You would do well to bring a tissue (or two) with you as, even despite yourself, the raw honesty will bring you into the world of Nadler and leave you coming out the other side, emotional but somehow refreshed, and hopeful about the future.

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Lothian Life Magazine (4/5 stars) 130 days ago

Nicole is a charismatic performer and her authenticity shines through

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Curlysue Blog (5/5 stars) 135 days ago

Why am I (still) like this is a relatable, moving, honest look into nicoles life and highlights some of the experiences and difficulties neurodivergent people go through in a powerful and beautiful production.

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A Youngish Perspective (4/5 stars) 137 days ago

Raw emotion meets comedic brilliance in this unflinching exploration of ADHD

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The Nerd Party (4/5 stars) 138 days ago

The validation and love she received from her audience is a testament to the importance of representation and openness.

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