Written & performed by Pepa Duarte

Eating Myself

Wed 4 October | 7.30pm

“Food is a gift. Something you give to others. A privilege. An excuse to be with the ones you love.”

Back home, the mouth-watering flavours and aromas of traditional Peruvian cooking was forbidden in Pepa’s home. Except when Grandma would sneak in a steak and some spices. In England, Pepa found herself on a journey, a journey inside herself, to discover that food could be shared with a new family around a new table. And you are invited to taste it. Through her own experiences, Duarte takes us on an exciting journey that will make us reflect on our own relationship with food.

Join Pepa Duarte (‘A Fight Against’, Royal Court) for a full sensory experience exploring womanhood, body image and tradition in her debut play directed by Sergio Maggolio (‘The Dark Stone’, Cervantes Theatre, Ovalhouse and Arcola).

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Overview: Live at Theatre by the Lake (Studio); Tickets £16; U26 £12; 55 minutes; Suitable for age 16+

Access: Wheelchair & other access booking available via Box Office or online by filling in our access register.

Content warning: Advisories the piece talks about body image and appearance

Intimate and inventive one-woman show… What gives the show its unique power is an overt and audacious theatricality.
The Guardian

A well-crafted piece of theatrical storytelling. Nourishing, and created with a great deal of heart and soul.
THE SPY IN THE STALLS

Overall this production was captivating, marvellous, enjoyable and unique. Duarte’s physicality throughout the performance is breathtaking and her comedic timing Is impeccable.
THEATRE AND OTHER THINGS LND

Duarte's writing is balanced and truthful. Pepa is charismatic and effortlessly engaging. Her warm and welcoming stage presence is unlike others I have witness before.
THE NORTH WEST UK