"I Don’t Belong Here: Stories & Songs at the Edge of Forgetting" is a new play by Joëlle Rabu and Kelly Wyatt.
Told through a carefully composed sequence of 15 vignettes and supported by 19 songs, the production brings to life 22 distinct characters: memory-care residents navigating shifting realities and blurred recollections; visiting family members grappling with guilt, grief, and the complex emotions of anticipated loss; and compassionate care aides who bear daily witness to the slow unraveling of memory, working to preserve dignity, spark laughter, and nurture connection.
These are stories of memory, mischief, and the music that refuses to fade. Come for the tender moments and the laughter, stay for the heart. *Adult content-not recommended for young audiences*
What the mainland audiences have said about the play:
• Absolutely fantastic!
• "This particular performance was one of the very best. The acting, the singing, the pianist, the story; all of great quality. We laughed and cried a lot. And of course, the subject hits close to home for almost everyone."
• "A thoughtful and sensitive performance on a difficult subject matter. Laughed and cried. The music selection enhanced the story of each character in the show. Would recommend this show."
• "The show was excellent. The cast and writers did a great job at presenting a difficult subject in an informative and entertaining manner."
• "It was the most soulful play I have ever seen. The music is still playing in my mind! I laughed, I cried, I felt every moment. Truly outstanding. Go and see it!"
• "What an amazing play. So many different emotions, enhanced by the music and lyrics of Harry Nilsson – brilliant!! Each character is brought to life through honest and endearing performances by Joelle Rabu, supported by the amazing Kelly Wyatt and Nico Rhodes. The acting and singing in this play is so on the mark. I see this play going far!! Don’t miss it!!"
• "Great show !!! One of the top 5 shows I've seen in over the 25 years of season tickets. This show should be run in every community theatre."
• "The show was just amazing. The actors 'absolutely nailed it'. It was a phenomenal show."
• "It was amazing. Actors were excellent. Subject matter very relevant. "
• "This was one of the best bits of theatre I have seen in a long time. Well done!"
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