Hannah Reilly is bringing her one woman comedy-turned-psychological thriller Roleplay to Soho theatre following its world premiere at Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer.
Written and performed by Reilly and directed by Paige Rattray, Roleplay is described as an unflinching new play about sex, power and the economics of attention.
Bold, provocative and darkly funny, Roleplay follows a struggling feminist podcaster who rebrands herself in pursuit of fame, only to lose herself in the performance. Hilarious, gripping and surreal, the show is a razor-sharp interrogation of modern sex, womanhood and the commodification of feminism in the age of the personal brand.
In an era dominated by influencer culture, subscription platforms and the monetisation of identity, Roleplay taps into one of the most urgent cultural conversations of the moment. As debates around feminism, agency and online economies continue to shape global discourse, the show offers a sharp and timely lens on what it means to be visible — and at what cost.
Presented by Francesca Moody Productions and Global Creatures, the creative team includes lighting designer Prema Mehta, sound designer Lucy Baker-Swinburn, set and costume designer Dave Fleischer, video design by Nick Hillel & Adam Smith for Yeast Culture, composer Clemence Williams, voice and dialect by Daniele Lydon and choreographer Betty Grumble.
Roleplay is at Soho Theatre from October 22 – November 21, 2026. Tickets here.
Top image: Hannah Reilly – Credit Gracie Steindl (image supplied)