Esther Manito: Slagbomb

Schedule

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

University of Leicester, Lancaster Rd, Leicester LE1 7HA, LE1 7HA Leicester, United Kingdom | Leicester, EN

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Esther’s new show ‘Slagbomb’ takes a nosedive into the awkward sandwich years of life. The phase when youthful freedom gives way to the reality of adult responsibilities. It’s a time when one finds oneself juggling everything from prostate checks to hosing faeces off the garden decking, whilst clad in questionable footwear like crocs. Growing up, Esther imagined she would fulfil all the expectations of a lady, poised and dignified, but looking around she realises that just hasn’t happened.
Esther’s life seems to be a magnet for embarrassing moments and endless cockups. No matter how hard she tries to project sophistication, she often ends up highlighting her unrefined side. Now she wants to embrace her lack of dignity – whether it’s her less-than-graceful posture, cringeworthy encounters with shady drug dealers, or the painful realities of waxing gone wrong.
At its core, Esther’s show is an exploration of the challenges and hilarities of navigating the sandwich years, and an invitation to the audience to feel good about the madness in their own lives. After all, she has a Lebanese father dealing with war, a mother dealing with cancer, two kids (who seem to have permanently lost their PE kit), a husband who just wanted some birthday nooky, and a sudden loss of hearing. It’s all part of the messy, chaotic, and often hilarious journey of a right Slagbomb.
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Where is it happening?

University of Leicester, Lancaster Rd, Leicester LE1 7HA, LE1 7HA Leicester, United Kingdom, Leicester, United Kingdom

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Attenborough Arts Centre

Host or Publisher Attenborough Arts Centre

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