ExperiMental: A Comedic Theatre Project by Juliette Burton

Presented by Chuckle Busters

Is it crazy to be sane?

Award-winning performer Juliette Burton is a "Fringe Favourite" (The Guardian), a "Fringe Legend" (FringeReview) and has spent most of her life on the fringes… Can those on the edge see the big picture most clearly?

After years of being told she was too much, too sensitive, too weird, too emotional, too ill or simply too different, Juliette's asking: who gets to decide what's normal anyway?

Developed over three years with contributions from mental health service users, survivors of domestic abuse, people with lived experience of homelessness, disabled communities, LGBT communities, immigrant communities and other marginalised groups, ExperiMental is a thought-provoking, visually striking comedic theatre piece about belonging, exclusion and the ever-expanding circle of acceptance.

Blending theatre, dance, comedy, storytelling, community created artwork, extraordinary costumes developed through workshops with participants from marginalised groups across the country, theatrical transformation and, most alluring to a nerd like Juliette, data-driven research, Juliette asks what happens when we stop trying to fit in and start reimagining the rules.

History is full of people who were called “crazy” - until they weren’t.

Supported by Arts Council England.

WINNER Neurodiversity Bursary Brighton Fringe 2026
SHORTLISTED Disability Power 100 2024
PICK OF THE FRINGE Mervyn Stutter Edinburgh Fringe 2023 and 2024

“Juliette’s work has and will continue to save lives.” Jake Mills, Chasing The Stigma
“Juliette pushes conversations that need to be had, breaking down barriers with theatre, storytelling, and fearless honesty.” David Bellwood, The National Theatre
“Juliette’s projects are bold, insightful and exciting. Her work is more needed now than ever before.” Jonny Benjamin MBE
“Juliette’s approach combines meticulous research, personal honesty, and humour, creating a safe space for people to learn and feel inspired.” Kat Allin, Rethink Mental Illness

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Age recommendation: 16+
Approx running time: 90 minutes plus interval
Content Warnings: Moving lights, talk of mental health and experiences of marginalisation, comedy

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