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SUGAR at Old Red Lion

Dates: 5/9/2023- 9/9/2023

Theatre:

Old Red Lion


418 St John Street London EC1V 4NJ
London,

Tickets: £12 / £10


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Following an award winning, sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe 2022, SUGAR is coming to London for a limited run!

One girl. Five ages. Many morally ambiguous decisions. SUGAR explores what it means to win, as well as interrogating where and when women learn the art of self-exploitation. An urgent and compelling foray into the mind of someone growing up in today’s world, where Louis Vuitton makes dog leashes and sex work is just a few clicks away.

At 6 years old, Mae is highly attuned to politics (on the playground), a recognized athletic champion (specialty: hopping) and an avid fan of “air quotes”. Mae’s sole purpose in life; to win. As she grows up, will that winning attitude truly lead her to victory?

Why should you see it? Because it's good, duh. But don't just take our word for it:

 

 Three Weeks Edinburgh ★★★★★

“Sugar’ is completely engaging from start to finish: witty, well-observed and at times devastating, this show is a must see.”

 

BingeFringe ★★★★★

"Smart, with a coal black sense of humour, you’ll walk away thinking about this one for days.”

 

 Deadline News ★★★★★

"If there is a show you cannot miss, it is this one.”

 

Lost in Theatreland ★★★★★

"Sugar is a simply stunning play. It has all the makings of a thriller combined with comedic and tender moments too.“

 

Voice Magazine ★★★★★

“But most familiar of all is the absurdity and comedy Thomas has still managed to convey in the wake of these events, shocking a laugh out of me seconds after I was shaking with some kind of hopeless rage.”

 

Broadway Baby ★★★★

“This really is something special…intelligent, relevant and powerful. This is an electrifying in-person debut from Mabel Thomas."

 

Edinburgh Guide ★★★★

“A searing solo tragicomedy…Sugar is aptly timed, cutting, perfectly paced and written with heart”

 

Fringe Biscuit ★★★★

“A strong script and riveting performance by Mabel Thomas”

 

Neurodiverse Review ★★★★

“In this taut and candescent monologue, Mabel Thomas crafts a character study that is unparalleled." 

 

Old Red Lion Theatre September 5th-9th at 8:30pm

Content Warning: Strong Language, Sexual Assault

Age guideline: 14+

Written/Performed by Mabel Thomas

Directed by Sandra Oian

Tony Awards and Nominations for SUGAR

Year Category
1973 Best Musical



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