About Louise McLeod
Familiar Strangers is a darkly funny, tender storytelling show performed with a slide projector. Set in a small Parisian shop where death hangs around, neighbours come through the open door and kindness mostly holds things together. Louise McLeod weaves a story of care, the soft collisions between strangers and the ways we hold each other. The show has been described as a slideshow, a reckoning and a kind of love letter.
Why see this show?
An intimate piece that finds warmth in unexpected places — a Parisian shop, a slide projector, strangers brushing against each other's lives. Tender, darkly comic and quietly affecting.
£10
Thursday 31 July - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 11:15
24 performances
40 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Familiar Strangers?
It is a darkly funny, tender storytelling show with a slide projector, set in a small Parisian shop and performed by Louise McLeod.
How long is the show?
The show runs for 40 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Just the Snifter Room, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What age is it suitable for?
It is recommended for ages 14 and above.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £10.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes.
About This Performance
Familiar Strangers is a spoken word performance at Just the Snifter Room during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 40 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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Venue: Just the Snifter Room
Just the Snifter Room is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £10
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Familiar Strangers represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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