I Think I Hate Actors
Theatre
Character Comedy
Satire

I Think I Hate Actors

Roo Sutcliffe • Semi-professional company

50 minutes•Just Up The Stairs
Roo Sutcliffe has studied all her life to become an actor. She attended prestigious drama schools and was taught by renowned practitioners. Her conclusion? Actors are indeed wankers. In this passionate display, Roo expresses her disdain for theatre through the distinctive medium of theatre. Ridiculing absurdities of the industry, from name-dropping directors to the unbearable agents she's absolutely hoping are in the audience tonight. It's time the industry (that she very much wants to be in) gets called out for what it is. And Roo will, of course, call it out using her diaphragm.

About Roo Sutcliffe

Roo Sutcliffe trained at prestigious drama schools and was taught by renowned practitioners. Her show I Think I Hate Actors is a character comedy and satire in which she expresses her disdain for the theatre industry through the medium of theatre itself — ridiculing its absurdities, from name-dropping directors to the agents she is hoping are in the audience. The show is performed using her diaphragm, as any properly trained actor would insist.

Why see this show?

A show that uses exactly what it mocks — formal actor training, theatrical performance — to take the industry apart from the inside. Roo Sutcliffe's comic voice is sharp and the self-awareness is genuine rather than smug.

Event Details

Thursday 6 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 17:05

24 performances

50 minutes

Just Up The Stairs

Rowantree Bar

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 50 minutes.

What does a ticket cost?

Tickets are £10.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 16 and over.

Are there any content warnings?

The show contains scenes of a sexual nature and strong language.

Where does the show take place?

The show is at Just Up The Stairs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

About This Theatre Production

I Think I Hate Actors is a theatre performance at Just Up The Stairs during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: Just Up The Stairs

Just Up The Stairs 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 £10

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026

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.I Think I Hate Actors represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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