Letters to Joan
Theatre
New writing
Drama

Letters to Joan

Finding Forests / Samantha Streit and Kevin Cahill • Amateur Company

Google Finding Forests / Samantha Streit and Kevin Cahill
60 minutes•Mint Studio
In 1956 Brooklyn, an aspiring playwright falls in love, her letters brimming with desire and ambition. Decades later, her granddaughter, a writer herself, uncovers them – tracing the arc of a love story cut short and a dream left unfinished. Between a summer alive with possibility and a present-day American diner steeped in nostalgia, past and present blur. She sits across from the man who once held her grandmother’s heart, wrestling with the choices that shaped two lives. Explores the dreams we chase, the ones we abandon and the longing for the life that might have been.

About the show

Letters to Joan is a new writing drama from Finding Forests, performed by Samantha Streit and Kevin Cahill at Mint Studio over 60 minutes. Set between 1956 Brooklyn and a present-day American diner, the play follows an aspiring playwright's letters full of desire and ambition, and the granddaughter who uncovers them decades later. Past and present blur as she sits with the man who once held her grandmother's heart, confronting the choices that shaped two lives.

Why see this show?

A quietly moving drama about the dreams we chase and the ones we leave behind. The contrast between a summer alive with possibility and a present steeped in nostalgia is handled with real care.

Tickets

£7

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When

Friday 1 - Saturday 23 August 2025

All performances at 19:45

21 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

2 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Mint Studio

The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At Mint Studio as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.

Are there any content warnings?

No warnings are listed for this show.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £7. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.

What kind of show is this?

It is a new writing drama that moves between 1956 Brooklyn and a present-day American diner, exploring a love story uncovered through letters, told across two generations.

About This Theatre Production

Letters to Joan is a theatre performance at Mint Studio during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 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: Mint Studio

Mint Studio 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: £7 - £12.5

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: None

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.Letters to Joan represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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