PERFORMANCE INFO
Williamston Theatre, Michigan
Pleasance Two, Edinburgh Festival
2 - 26 August 2026
Riverside Studios, London
1 May - 1 June 2025
ZOO Playground, Edinburgh Festival
4 - 28 August 2024
ABOUT
Award-winning, sell-out dark comedy Dear Annie, I Hate You is about what happens when you’re doing everything right, becoming the person you thought you were supposed to become, and life interrupts with absolutely no regard for your plans.
At 20, Sam was on her way. To where, exactly, was less clear. But there were friends, ambitions, spring break plans, a future that looked close enough to touch — and then a hit to the head revealed something far more complicated: a lifelong companion she names Annie.
Funny, strange, theatrical, and deeply human, Dear Annie, I Hate You is a story about control, memory, survival, and the terrifying work of coming back to yourself when the version of you that existed before is no longer available.
PRESS
"Masterly" ★★★★ The Stage
"A triumphant and unflinching work of theatre which leaves the audience moved, unsettled and, ultimately, inspired." ★★★★★ Broadway World
"Her story is remarkable, the show a remarkably exhilarating experience." The Reviews Hub
"A bold, theatrical triumph." ★★★★★ Youngish Perspective
"Brutally honest, daring, hilarious, and crushing. A must watch."
★★★★★ Jadar Reviews
"Not only unforgettable, but electric with life. Do not miss it." ★★★★★ Adventures In Theatreland
"Some shows make you think you're in the hands of a visionary. This one removes all doubt." ★★★★★ The Theatre Reviewer
"A shining gem of modern theatre." ★★★★★ Theatre and Tonic
"Inappropriately funny." ★★★★ Broadway World UK
"An outstanding piece of theatre." ★★★★★ Centre Stage
"This is one of the best shows we have ever seen." ★★★★★ Sinners Review
"Dear Annie, I Hate You was the funniest, most moving, most skillfully executed show I have seen in years at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival." ★★★★★ The Lancet
"Slick, dynamic. poignant, and funny." ★★★★ The Scotsman
"Top tier work." ★★★★★ Fringe Review
"At one point, I actually gasped aloud." ★★★★★ Bouquets & Brickbats
"Undeniably funny...a genuinely beautiful exploration of arrested vibrancy." ★★★★ British Theatre Guide
"Those willing to get in touch with real emotions will find this show is for the lovers of life, not the haters" ★★★★ The List
AWARDS & NOMINATIONS
WINNER Sinners Review Top Pick of Fringe 2024
WINNER Stagey Place Best Multi-Media Show 2024
WINNER Stagey Place Best New Writing 2024
SHORTLIST BBC New Writing Popcorn Award 2024
FINALIST Stagey Place Best New Show 2024
FINALIST Stagey Place Best Ensemble 2024
NOMINATED Broadway World UK/West End Debut Awards: Best Lead Actor In A Play, Best Supporting Actor In A Play, Best Production Of A New Play, Best Set Design, Best Video Design, Best Sound Design, Best Lighting Design
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CAST
Sam: Samantha Ipema
Annie: Eleanor House
Recorded Appearances:
Doctor: Dan Vryhof
Mom: Robin Ipema
Dad: Ben Ipema
Micah: Micah Ipema
Jessie: Kensey Berry
Laney: Emily Rule
Paige: Keegan Carr
Courtney: Caitlin Mallory
CREATIVE TEAM
Writer: Sam Ipema
Director & Dramaturg: James Meteyard
Associate Director: Hannah Sands
Dramaturg (Pleasance Two): Alice Wordsworth
Set & Lighting Designer: Hugo Dodsworth
Costume Designer: Hazel McIntosch
Sound Designer: Dan Balfour
Sound Associate: Eliot Allison
Co-Video Designers: Dan Light & Douglas Coghlan
Movement Director: Jade Hackett
Movement Associate: Nadia Sohawon
Fight Coordinator: Robin Hellier & Bethan Clark
Production Manager: Tina
Production Manager (ZOO Playground): Beatrice Galloway
