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If This Is Normal at 53Two, Manchester

  • 53 Two Arch 19 Watson Street Manchester, England, M3 4LP United Kingdom (map)

TICKET LINK: https://www.53two.com/if-this-is-normal

Growing up in Kilburn, siblings Madani, Maryam and school mate Alex hit it off from the moment they meet. 10 years later, playful chats about ninja turtles and bobble pens have been kicked out by teen opinions powered by podcasts, porn and politics. Still, best friends can talk about anything. So why are there suddenly so many unspoken thoughts between the three?

A critically acclaimed play direct from the Edinburgh Fringe 2019 and VAULT 2020 about teenagers crashing into the modern world.

Suitable for ages 12+

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“Superb coming-of-age tale… Brilliantly done.”
★★★★ The Wee Review

“Danser’s piece says a lot of things that desperately need to be said.”
★★★★★ Within her Words

“The best piece of Fringe theatre I’m likely to see this year.”
★★★★★ The Fountain

“Powerfully performed by a first-rate cast… It’s a funny sugar-rush of exceptional energy.”
★★★★ The Scotsman

“A very adult look at teenage sexuality”
★★★★ The Reviews Hub

‘Delivered by three compelling actors, this is the sort of play that people can’t stop talking about on their way home, splitting opinions and sparking debate.’ Everything Theatre  

‘Danser is good at digging into the emotional mess of the situation and exploring how outside influences – porn, religion, their parents – can distort young people’s ideas about intimacy.’   The Stage