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Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life

Winner of the Mervin Stutter's Pick of the Fringe Award don't miss this heartfelt authentic play with music. "Storytelling at it's best!"

Sunday 1st March 2026
3:00pm til 4:30pm (Last entry 3:00pm)
Minimum Age
10+

Sunday 1st March 2026
3:00pm til 4:30pm (Last entry 3:00pm)
Minimum Age
10+

Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life

Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me but Banjos Saved My Life


About

When faced with a deadly cancer battle, Keith Alessi's musical pursuit took him on a journey that became the key to saving his life. Told through authentic storytelling, heartfelt humor and music, Keith's story is an uplifting tale of challenge, triumph, and the healing power of the arts and music. A heartwarming, true story of transformation, this show is like a homecoming, and has captivated audiences internationally. To date this show has raised over $1 million Canadian dollars for charity.

* * * * *" Step this way and be ready to laugh and weep in equal measure" North West End, UK

* * * * *" This is an hour of pure joy!" The Recs, Edinburgh

* * * * *" His spell bounding, heartwarming, and completely inspiring story is related in a friendly, folksy manner" Theatre Eddys, San Francisco, USA

Time: 3:00 PM - 4:25 PM

Category: Arts | Performing Arts | Theatre

Price:
General Admission: GBP 10.00


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Venue Address

40 George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AQ

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