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This show deserves West End, Broadway, and then the silver screen.
Phenomenal.
Daisy Bella
Audience Review
The Story (Briefly)
At 20 years old, Sam was thriving: Her life was full of friends, fun, and most of all- possibilities. She could be anything she wanted to be. Until a fateful day that a hit in the head and diagnosis changed her life forever: the discovery of an aneurysm ticking away inside her head. Suddenly, Sam's life spun from full of possibilities into a spiral of life-and-death decision-making that left her gasping for air. Trying her hardest to stay afloat above the water and live the life that was supposed to be guaranteed to her, Sam is now telling the tale, and what she's learned, nearly a decade later.
Reviews from Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025:
Pleasance Two @ Pleasance Courtyard, 12pm
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Ipema is a supremely talented actor, captivating with overwhelming star quality. With fearless writing, inventive staging and a performance which crackles with authenticity, Dear Annie, I Hate You is a triumphant and unflinching work of theatre which leaves the audience moved, unsettled and, ultimately, inspired." Broadway World
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is a play that deals with navigating changes to and a loss of self-identity, more relatable desires for social validation, and the need to be understood by others and does so well. You need to go see it and the performers before it's too late." EdFest
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Some shows at the Fringe make you think you're in the hands of a visionary. This one removes all doubt. The buzz is real --book now, then thank yourself later when you're animatedly explaining that scene to your friends over a pint." The Theatre Reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 "We waited over a year to see this piece and it did not disappoint. Despite technical issues from the storm and no lights, the piece still somehow managed to hold its own, which is something to be said. It is a must-see." What The Fringe
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Ipema and House bring such impactful but also lively performances to the proceedings as they command the entire stage. It’s a fantastic, inspiring force of a show." Three Weeks
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "To pull this off requires some exquisite timing... Excellent." LondonTheatre1
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Visually stunning, emotionally fearless, and unexpectedly hilarious...until it punches you right in the feelings." The Theatre Gal
HIGHLY RECOMMEND "A top-tier theatrical piece in every way." Fringe Reviewer
Reviews from Riverside Studios in May 2025:
Studio 3 @ Riverside Studios, 4-Week Run
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A shining gem of modern theatre." Theatre and Tonic
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A theatrical triumph." Youngish Perspective
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An outstanding piece of theatre." Centre Stage
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It isn’t just a quirky, tech-savvy tale about a toxic entanglement—it’s a sharp, heartfelt exploration of identity, memory, and the baggage we carry (sometimes unwillingly). Standout performances, inventive staging, and a story that refuses to play it safe, this production proves that even in the messiest chapters of our lives, there is always room for humor, heartbreak, and the occasional gut punch. It’s strange, smart, and thoroughly original. Don’t miss it." Adventures In Theatreland
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Simply incredible, unique theatrical experience." TLL
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This show was our 'Top Pick of Fringe' last year and somehow, Ipema has managed to make this version deeper and even better than the one before. The way she is present in the room with you is incredible. Go for that. Just, please go." Sinners Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I feel this show forces us to deal with our anxieties and realities as we watch Sam deal with hers. It’s brutally honest, daring, hilarious and crushing. A must watch. I am eagerly awaiting what creator Sam Ipema does next." Jadar Blog
⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 "Astonishing." Reviews Hub
⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 "Impeccable." SheArtsReview
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A truly singular theatrical experience." All That Dazzles
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Explosive." NorthWestEnd
⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Brilliant." Beyond The Curtain
MUST-SEE "A show that starts with party cups and ping-pong balls doesn’t seem like it’ll punch you in the gut… but oh, it does. It’s like nothing else you’ll see this year." 1883 Magazine
Reviews from the Television Pilot Script:
"Fleabag...with health issues. This show is undoubtedly going to be a must-see."
- Stage 32
"We've had a few pieces tackle similar themes, but this show somehow manages to make it feel fresh and personal and engages empathy in very visceral ways. I can't wait to see where this piece goes.”
- Big Break Contest, Semi-Finalist
"It's a safe bet that more than a few of us have found ourselves in this situation: sitting on the concrete, trying to gather the threads of our day after everything's been blown apart. It is clear the writer has a gift."
- Shore Script, TV Contest
“The humour never attempts to shy away from or diminish the pain of Sam's ordeal; it's just a natural flow entangled in every absurd moment because sometimes (in fact, often) pain and illness have an inherently absurd quality to it…”
- Diverse Voices
"Anyone who has experienced a monumental life-altering event will know and feel this story."
- Screencraft
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