Natalie Slaiman
How To Escape
You're invited to
A descent into Madness
How To Escape is a darkly funny, deeply personal one-woman show that blurs the line between truth and performance. Following a young woman who undergoes a transformative, psychedelic-fueled journey. Through a series of surreal encounters—such as a bus ride to New York City with two hippies—the protagonist grapples with existential revelations. It's an intimate confession, a theatrical tightrope walk, and an invitation to witness a life unravel... or come back together.
A world premier
Edinburgh 2025
Following the premiere of A Butterfly’s Escape, a work-in-progress last year, How to Escape is the fully realized, hour-long version. Drawing from her experience acting in New York, clowning in France, and living with eight professional musicians in LA, this multimedia piece is a testament to the power of following your creativity—even when it leads you astray.
Based on true events
What is real?
Have you ever questioned the nature of your reality? Wondered where your ideas come from? Questioned the narrator in your head? If this resonates, then this is for you.
Audience Reviews from free fringe
"I couldn't look away"
"This was better than things I paid money for"
"This show made me think my friend isn't crazy after all"
"The entire thing rests on her being incredibly charming"
"That's the end?! I need to go process this..."
"I'll think about this show forever"