Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words

Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words

Elizabeth June and Theatre Beyond BroadwayProfessional company

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60 minutesThe Annexe
Award-winning solo show by Elizabeth June (Blackish, Hightown), Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words is a dramedy detailing her childhood and clergy sexual abuse and cancer survival. All songs, stories, spoken word and stand-up sets are a testimony of her triumph over trauma. Explicit language and situations.

About the show

Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words is a solo dramedy by Elizabeth June, presented by Elizabeth June and Theatre Beyond Broadway. The show details her childhood and clergy sexual abuse and cancer survival through songs, stories, spoken word, and stand-up sets, framed as a testimony of triumph over trauma. It runs for 60 minutes at The Annexe, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026. Age guidance 16+. Contains explicit language and situations.

Why see this show?

A solo show that takes on difficult personal history — clergy abuse and cancer — and turns it into something propulsive and theatrical, drawing on songs, spoken word, stand-up, and stories. Demanding, but with genuine testimony at its core.

Tickets

£20 (15)

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When

Monday 17 - Saturday 22 August 2026

All performances at 16:45

6 performances

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
The Annexe

11 Merchant Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the show run?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At The Annexe, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for audiences aged 16 and over.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £20, with a concession price of £15.

What content warnings apply?

The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, strong language/swearing, and explicit language and situations. The subject matter includes clergy sexual abuse and cancer.

What form does the show take?

It is a dramedy combining songs, stories, spoken word, and stand-up sets, described as a testimony of triumph over trauma.

About This Theatre Production

Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words is a theatre performance at The Annexe during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: The Annexe

The Annexe 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 £20

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, 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.Notes from a Narcissistic Negro and Other N Words represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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