Sharon Em: I Know a Guy

Dates and Times

09 May 2025 @ 5:30pm in Pip

10 May 2025 @ 5:30pm in Pip

11 May 2025 @ 5:30pm in Pip

What happens when a medical misdiagnosis results in a kidnapping and an Irish family secret is revealed way too late?

Her Mothers mysterious illness meant they were not allowed have any contact for… a while. When she did ‘move in’ (her mothers’ words) it was not the smoothest transitions with those who initially looked after her not willing to give her back. How else to solve this problem than have her kidnapped! All before the mystery illness was revealed. Spoiler: everyone is fine!

It’s a light-hearted, layered and crafted look at a family secret that, when revealed, made Sharon think differently about her own life and attachment styles and how she dealt with rejection - even by goths! Making her reconsider many previous decisions.

The show explores universal threads that ties us all together; the influence of family and upbringing and the need for connection and belonging and how they don’t always work harmoniously together. 

It’s stand up with a woven narrative, looking at themes of family and how early bonds influence attachments throughout life and relationships.

Drawing from a diverse array of anecdotes, Sharon navigates the intricacies of transforming personal stories into a shared narrative, transcending backgrounds and experiences.

Running time: 55min

Suitable for Age 16+

Warnings: Mild swearing

REVIEWS

From 2024 Edinburgh Fringe for ‘I Know a Guy’

ISH Awards Longlist – Best Debut

HIDDEN GEM - FringeReview

"honed close to perfection...exceptionally clever...what a bloody story!"

★★★★ Theatre Scotland

"hilarious hour of fun filled anecdotes...pro at finding a wonderful brightness in dark times...she shows a perfect vulnerability"

CREATIVES

Directed by Matthew McAloone

Presented by Sharon Em