I’ve Never Met Anyone Quite Like Before

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Who can call themselves an artist? What does it mean to be one? How does art impact relationships?

Dave is on the quest to find answers, acceptance and love for his queer heart. Come dance, pray, mourn and unleash as we join him in his search to uncover these truths.

Described by audiences as ‘a love letter to artists and to art itself’ and following a successful premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a sell out run at the Old Red Lion Theatre, quitelikeyou Productions are proud to present I’ve Never Met Anyone Quite Like You Before at Etcetera Theatre for one night only.

Directed by Amy Allen (Midas and Jury, Park Theatre) and performed by David Scotland and Robert Strange (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Doctor Who), I’ve Never Met Anyone Quite Like You Before is the debut play by David Scotland.

Strictly 16+
Contains loud music and descriptions of disordered eating.

Reviews

everything theatre ★★★★
https://everything-theatre.co.uk/2024/05/review-ive-never-met-anyone-quite-like-you-before-old-red-lion-theatre/
‘In the smallest of black box studios, with nothing other than a great soundtrack and a blanket, David Scotland delivers a powerful, emotional journey that reinforces the connection with our fellow humans in our most vulnerable moments.’

Adventures in Theatreland ★★★★
https://www.adventuresintheatreland.com/post/i-ve-never
‘Touching and thought-provoking, I’ve Never Met Anyone Quite Like You Before takes its audience on a whirlwind journey through the writer’s life, while also encouraging them to examine similar themes within their own lives.’

ScotsGay Arts ★★★★
‘A stellar and gripping piece of new LGBTQI+ writing that deserves to be seen.’

British Theatre Guide ★★★★
https://www.britishtheatreguide.info/reviews/i-ve-never-met-thespace-on-the-22352
‘Warmly touching and physical.’

Critique – Vocal Media ★★★★
https://vocal.media/critique/i-ve-never-met-anyone-quite-like-you
‘Phenomenal. . . It is a true work of art.’

Audience Feedback

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewClBzPaxeY

‘The chemistry between the actors was incredible.’
‘Great writing, direction and performances.’
‘I could watch it again in a heartbeat.’
‘The dance scene was one of the most moving pieces of theatre I have experienced in a long time.’
‘As a queer person, I felt like it was giving me a big cuddle.’
‘I’ll remember it for a long time.’
‘I felt seen. I felt heard and validated.’
‘We need more real, raw and authentic moments like that in the arts.’