Waiting for Texto! - Brighton Fringe

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Waiting for Texto!

Part Stand-up comedy, part play, Waiting for Texto is a hilarious, painfully accurate depiction of the angst of unrequited love. Described as "Bridget Jones meets Baby Reindeer", This play is for anyone who's agonised over sending a text. jokes, poignant moments and a twist!

Terrifically impressive, warm and funny - ★★★★ The Scotsman
I loved this play and can’t wait to see what Aideen writes next. She’s a keeper! - One4review ★★★★★
An hour of beautiful solo writing, brashly, boldly and skilfully delivered, with deeper roots into some important questions about life - Funny Women

Cast & Creative Team

Aioufe Darmody - Co-writer
Clare McLoughlin - Dramaturge visual designer

https://youtu.be/HuiMsmukYGw?si=zbKDkiPYUPfMEgRV

Reviews

An hour of beautiful solo writing, brashly, boldly and skilfully delivered, with deeper roots
- Funny Women
, ★★★★
Fast-paced monologues and punchlines have the audience laughing out loud
- Ed Fringe Review
, ★★★★★
A hilarious show which really distinguishes itself by its willingness to confront dating
- The Scotsman
, ★★★★

Company: Aideen McQueen
(Website)
Genre: Theatre
Duration: 60 mins
Venues: Laughing Horse @ a&o Hostel bar (Front Room)
Venue Accessibility:
Assistance Dogs Welcome
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessible Toilet
This is combined information – if this event is happening across multiple venues, please be aware this may not be applicable across all performances.
For any queries about venue accessibility, including step free access, please contact box office.
Age suitability: 18+ (Restriction)
Babes in Arms policy: Under 2's are allowed in for free on the lap of a guardian.
Content Warnings:
Audience Interaction
Strong Language
References to Drug/Alcohol Misuse

May 21, 2026
8.15pm
Laughing Horse @ a&o Hostel bar (Front Room)

Standard: £8
Conc: £7 paid

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Cast & Creative Team

Reviews

An hour of beautiful solo writing, brashly, boldly and skilfully delivered, with deeper roots

- Funny Women

Fast-paced monologues and punchlines have the audience laughing out loud

- Ed Fringe Review

A hilarious show which really distinguishes itself by its willingness to confront dating

- The Scotsman

May 21, 2026

8.15pm

Standard: £8

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