2019 Edinburgh Fringe
In Pursuet
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Venue
36: theSpace on North Bridge
Room: Argyll Theatre
This show was also performed at other venues. See details below.
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Inspired by true events: a passionate Sue Perkins Superfan, sent to a therapist to deal with her drinking, relays her adventures pursuing Sue. Fleabag meets Maranda in this fierce, heartfelt new LGBT comedy/drama. Follow our heroines impressive swagger skills, drinking habits and coping mechanisms in an age of Social Media, #MeToo and Brexit.... In PurSUEt is a play with unexpected truth, nuance and hope. A searingly fresh new show that leaves the audience in no doubt: it is by facing our demons, we overcome them. 'Step aside Fleabag - Hello InPurSUEt!'*****(Pink Elephant Arts) 'Think Miranda... unhinged!'*****(Tom Knight) 'See this live before it's lost to TV'*****(CreateRecovery.org)
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Featuring
- Eleanor Higgins - Actor
Reviews
Press articles
Eleanor Higgins: In PurSUEt
Can one become a fan of a superfan...
Mumble Theatre, 7th August 2019+3 interview: In PurSUEt
"It's been an emotional roller coaster and an incredible learning curve."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 24th July 2019About the show
Premiering at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe for a limited run only (2-17th August) is a brand-new comedy drama from Fringe newcomer, Eleanor Higgins, her evocative new one woman show: In PurSUEt.
A Woman is sat in a therapist's office. She's been sent there to deal with her drink problem - which she is in deep denial over. She doesn't need help. She needs Sue Perkins. They are meant for each other. If only Sue could see that too. With her crush too busy being a celebrity, Woman sets out in pursuit of her love, going to any lengths to avoid the truth staring her in face.
But can she keep it all together whilst battling her out of control drinking?
Told by a new voice that expresses, with fierce brutality, one person's struggle facing life on life's terms. In PurSUEt explores themes of mental health, substance misuse and challenges some of society's notions of addiction. In particular being LGBT in today's climate, which is often far more complex than the stereotypes in the mainstream media.
Inspired by true events from the life of actor, writer & creator: Eleanor Higgins.
'Step aside Fleabag - Hello InPurSUEt!' (On The Map Theatre)
'Think Miranda... unhinged!' (HBO's Tom Knight)
'Not to be missed! (FunnyBird.com)
'See this live before it's lost to TV' (Red Rail Arts)
'Brilliant and Bananas!' (Broadway World)
Eleanor Higgins
Eleanor trained at the Royal Academy of Music & ALRA. She battled substance misuse throughout her twenties, while harmlessly trying to date Sue Perkins. Now three years sober, and with a Diploma in advanced psychology, Eleanor shares her brutally honest story with the world of how obsession and addiction are often similar in nature. She has worked extensively in Theatre and the Arts. A feminist and passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, Eleanor writes poignant & truthful comedy that comes from the heart.
Performances
theSpace on North Bride (Argyll Theatre), 12:20pm: 2, 3 August (Previews: £5 / Concession £4); 4 - 10th August (Full Price: £9 / Concession £6.50).
theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre), 12.10pm: 12 - 17th August (Full Price: £9 / Concession £6.50).
Trailer
Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 3rd Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 4th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 5th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 6th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 7th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 8th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 9th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 10th Aug 2019 | 12:20 | theSpace on North Bridge (Argyll Theatre) |
| 12th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |
| 13th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |
| 14th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |
| 15th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |
| 16th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |
| 17th Aug 2019 | 12:10 | theSpace @ Niddry St (Lower Theatre) |