Moon Rabbit Theatre The Poetical Life of Philomena McGuinness
Theatre
12+
How will history remember you? As the person you are or, the person you want to be? It’s 1939 and Philomena is on her way from Dublin to London to join the British war effort. But can she live true to the poet inside her when she is constantly being defined by her role in the war? Philomena is a poignant and funny solo play, infused with poetry and inspired by the true stories of Irish nurses in WWII. 'Charming, funny, soulful and heartfelt' ★★★★★ (BroadwayBaby.com). ★★★★★ (TheWeeReview.com). ★★★★★ (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). ★★★★★ (TheatreAndArtReviews.com).
❝ Humorous and poignant ❞★ ★ ★ ★ ★
All Edinburgh Theatre
❝ commensurate pacing and effortless wry humour ❞★ ★ ★ ★
British Theatre Guide
❝ A funny and thought provoking play ❞★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Derek Awards
❝ A standout piece of small, independent Fringe theatre. ❞★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Edinburgh Reviews
❝ Brilliant execution ❞★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Disobedient Magazine
This show was part of our Edinburgh Fringe Programme 2026
