My English Persian Kitchen
My English Persian Kitchen is a one-woman play by Hannah Khalil, based on a true story by Atoosa Sepehr, making its U.S. premiere after a celebrated run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The production follows a woman who flees an abusive husband in Iran and resettles first in England and then in Belfast; as she rebuilds her life, she finds strength and connection by cooking her mother’s traditional Persian ash-e-reshteh (noodle soup) live on stage. Hailed by *The Guardian* as a “thoroughly flavorful feast of a play,” this intimate drama uses the communal act of preparing food to explore themes of displacement, resilience, and the search for home. The production is a collaboration between Solas Nua and Mosaic Theater Company, generously supported by Culture Ireland.
When: November 12 through December 6, 2026.
Showtimes: Preview performances are offered Thursday and Friday at times to be confirmed by the theater; regular performances run Thursday through Sunday. Specific start times are not listed in the provided text but are likely available from the box office.
Tickets: Previews cost $42 for Thursday and Friday performances, $56 for Saturday and Sunday performances. Regular performances cost $53 for Thursday and Friday, $70 for Saturday and Sunday. Discounts are available for seniors (10% off with code SENIOR), students ($20 with code STUDENT), educators ($20 with code EDUCATOR), military and first responders (10% off with code HERO), and patrons under 30 ($25 with code UNDER30, one ticket per order, not valid on weekend matinees). A limited number of rush tickets are available by walk-up cash purchase one hour before each performance.
Lineup: Performer is not named in the provided text, but the piece is a solo show. Creative team includes playwright Hannah Khalil, director Chris White, and the story is by Atoosa Sepehr.
Run time: Not specified in the provided text.
Ages: Not specified in the provided text; contact the venue for age recommendations.
Venue: Mosaic Theater Company (exact address not given; likely in Washington, D.C.).
Note: The production includes live cooking on stage. Discount codes must be entered during online checkout. Group discounts are also available. The theater emphasizes removing financial barriers through senior, student, military, and need-based discounts.