Psychological thriller Things Between Heaven and Earth at Underbelly Edinburgh

Things Between Heaven and Earth is a psychological thriller that depicts the aftermath of a widow discovering her husband's affair and murder through a book written by their close friend, exposing everything to the whole world. This explosive descent into human psychology explores the things we thought we knew and the truth that prevails. It delves into grief, betrayal and the complications that fuel uncertainty around relationships. The show echoes themes of classics popularised in The Talented Mr. Ripley and Rosemary’s Baby. Buy tickets here.

Opening on the tenth anniversary of the titular character's husband’s death, we meet May who adds the finishing touches to the table settings just as the doorbell rings. Beside her lies a hardcover book titled Things Between Heaven and Earth by her friend and novelist Eric Lee.

Throwing her memories into disarray, the show takes a deep dive into the racism and homophobia surrounding the character of Eric, and his struggle against his own internalised prejudices. It explores the conscious decisions our society makes to shape our public and private personas.

Joanna Rosenfeld, Director, remarks, The play explores the complex themes of grief, betrayal, and identity with a unique and thought-provoking storyline that will captivate audiences. With a focus on the intersection of East Asian culture, faith, and sexuality, the play addresses timely and significant themes, sparking conversations and reflections long after the final curtain call.

From a global majority perspective of East Asian culture, LGBTQ rights may seem integrated to Western countries, but elsewhere, profound stigma persists. Things Between Heaven and Earth delves into the persistent taboo surrounding homosexual relationships, prevalent not only in the 64 countries that still criminalise them but also within immigrant communities locally. The show examines the intergenerational trauma among first and second-generation immigrants, and it is the first time that writer Jun Noh blurs his reality to challenge the audience to confront the ethical implications of writers using their and others' lives as material for their work.

Performance Dates Thursday 8th – Monday 26th August (not 13th), 13:00pm
Running Time 60 minutes
Writer/Producer/Performer Jun Noh (he/him)
Director Joanna Rosenfeld (she/her)
Location Underbelly Bristo Square (Jersey), Teviot Place, Edinburgh EH8
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Box Office Tickets

Weekday: £11
Weekend: £12
Notes Ages 14+

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