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Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life at Summerhall
Dates: 7/31/2025 - 8/25/2025
📍 Theatre: Summerhall
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Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life is a true story that explores the journey of Keith Alessi, who faced a life-threatening cancer diagnosis and decided to pursue his passion for the banjo. The show highlights themes of overcoming obstacles and the healing power of music, blending warmth and humor with Alessi's unique narrative. Directed and produced by Erika Conway, this acclaimed production has contributed over $1 million to cancer and theatre charities since its inception, demonstrating the impact of storytelling and the arts. The performance returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for its third year, promising an engaging hour of inspiration and reflection.
Cast and Creative Team for Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life at Summerhall
Cast
Erika Conway
Ensemble
Keith Alessi
Ensemble
Creative Team
Erika Conway
Director
Erika Conway
Producer
Keith Alessi
Company
Erika Conway
Company
News About Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life at Summerhall
TOMATOES TRIED TO KILL ME BUT BANJOS SAVED MY LIFE to Return to Edinburgh Fringe
June 25, 2026 Keith Alessi's one-man show about surviving cancer and finding solace in banjo music returns to Edinburgh Fringe for a fourth year, with 100% of ticket sales benefiting Summerhall Arts.
Summerhall Arts Reveals 36 Shows of 2026 Festival Programme Including Xhloe & Natasha, Adam Riches, and More
April 01, 2026 Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub Summerhall Arts has announced 36 more shows of the 2026 instalment of its renowned festival programme.
Summerhall Arts Reveals First Shows of 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe Programme
February 17, 2026 Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub, Summerhall Arts has announced the first seven shows of its Edinburgh Fringe 2026 festival programme.
TOMATOES TRIED TO KILL ME BUT BANJOS SAVED MY LIFE Returns To The Edinburgh Fringe
June 24, 2025 A sell-out show in 2023 and 2024, Keith Alessi's Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for the third year running.About the Theatre
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