Previous Reviews
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Barbara Diesel’s performance was captivating from start to finish and I can’t wait to see what she produces next. (4.5 stars)
— A Youngish Perspective
She had us hooked on every single word she said… This is a must watch performance. (5 stars)
— Better Than Words
It’s definitely worth seeing this unique and authentic piece of theatre. It brings to the spotlight what needs to be said about the things no one wants to talk about.
— Backstage Bristol
Intimate, edge-of-your-seat, darkly funny and captivatingly vulnerable…an unmissable project.
— The Leopard News, Goldsmiths University
A hidden gem of Greater Manchester Fringe.
— Lostintheatreland
Audience Reviews
And here is just a handful of comments from our audiences so far! You can read more of our reviews/comments or leave your own on our padlet
A stunning and raw performance that will pull on your heartstrings in all the right ways. A solo performance requires real talent and Barbara did not disappoint with this show. An incredible portrayal of repressed emotions, done expertly through laughter and heartbreak. Unlike anything I’ve seen before and I can’t wait to see what she creates next.
Dear Eliza is an incredible one-woman show that beautifully balances the seriousness of its topic with hope, humour and a lightheartedness that compliment each other so well.
Barbara’s ability to implant her emotions within the audience was natural and inviting. As a one person show, the stage never felt empty or missing anything. I left feeling reflective but also satisfied because she touched on some of the thoughts that I didn’t realise I have had. I would recommend this play to anyone. Truly brilliant.
Really well written and expertly delivered, really worth a watch
This one-woman show makes you laugh, cry and think hard. A great piece exploring the intricacies of mental health and grief
- @ameliarslater
One of my favourite theatre experiences in a long time.
- @shayster57
Dear Eliza is a real triumph! Its bluntness and lack of apology in a climate of delicate discussions about mental health are cathartic.
- @cicilambo
Absolutely superb piece of work with an expertly delivered performance, the intricacies and emotional beats are all portrayed with finesse and the ending is a complete subversion of an expected portrayal.
An incredibly powerful piece sharply interrogating the current societal conversation around mental illness. Barbara’s performance has you hooked on every word, the light and shade of the script expertly brought to life onstage. I laughed and I cried, within mere seconds of one another. What an amazing piece - thank you for exploring these vital subject matters.
Absolutely stunning piece of theatre. Very moving and thought provoking. Absolutely must see.