Is This Normal?

Is This Normal?

Ansa Edim (Performer), Sriya Sarkar (Director)Semi-professional company

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50 minutesTheatre 3
Following its four-star debut at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024, award-winning storyteller Ansa Edim returns with Is This Normal? A shockingly true, uncomfortably cringe storytelling show drawn from her real-life dating disasters, heartbreaks, and hard-won lessons. With humour and vulnerability, Is This Normal? unpacks the highs and lows of love, societal expectations, and the messy path to self-acceptance. Is This Normal? is a compelling, unforgettable journey of embracing power, breaking free from norms and finding joy in a beautifully imperfect story.

About Ansa Edim (Performer), Sriya Sarkar (Director)

Is This Normal? is a storytelling show performed by Ansa Edim and directed by Sriya Sarkar. A shockingly true and uncomfortably cringe account drawn from Edim's real-life dating disasters, heartbreaks and hard-won lessons, it unpacks the highs and lows of love, societal expectations and the messy path to self-acceptance with humour and vulnerability. The show runs for 50 minutes at Theatre 3 and is suitable for audiences aged 16 and over. It contains scenes of a sexual nature.

Why see this show?

Ansa Edim turns her own dating disasters into something that feels universal — honest, funny and vulnerable in equal measure. A storytelling show that earns its emotional moments.

Tickets

£8 (5)

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When

Monday 11 - Saturday 23 August 2025

All performances at 19:05

12 performances

Duration

50 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Theatre 3

Nicolson Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Is This Normal? run?

The show runs for 50 minutes.

What is the ticket price?

Tickets start from £8.

What age is the show suitable for?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 16 and over.

Where is the show performed?

The show takes place at Theatre 3.

Are there any content warnings?

Yes — the show contains scenes of a sexual nature.

What kind of show is it?

It is a solo storytelling show drawn from real-life dating disasters and heartbreaks, exploring love, societal expectations and self-acceptance.

About This Theatre Production

Is This Normal? is a theatre performance at Theatre 3 during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 50 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Theatre 3

Theatre 3 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.

Tips for Attending

  • Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
  • Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
  • Latecomers may not be admitted
  • Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £8

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Scenes of a sexual nature

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.Is This Normal? represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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