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Story

Adapted from the Turkish script with the same title, HARDLOVE is set in New York City. This provocative, dark, sexy comedy follows the one-night stand of an unlikely couple: free spirited ChiChi and well-mannered Theodor. What starts as a drunken hookup spirals into a raw, funny, and deeply intimate clash of desire, fantasy, and identity. As they struggle to connect physically, they unravel emotionally. With razor-sharp dialogue and electric choreography, the play dives headfirst into what lies beyond lust. ONE NIGHT. ZERO RULES.

We've had the best experience at Edinburgh Fringe Festival. We played every night between 1-16 August 2025 at Greenside Venues, Ivy and Lime Studios. This was a hell of an experience. The best ride in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Reviews

“SEXY, FUNNY, HEARTFELT. HardLove is a true combo of funny and sincere moments, real sexual tension and hot secrets. The chemistry between Miray and Chandler is palpable to the point where I genuinely felt like I was an intruder or a fly on the wall. Kudos to their incredible acting skill and Jee’s directorial vision and execution.5 stars!!!”

“Sexy, often funny, incredibly relatable with magnetic performances. The ending stayed with me for a long time after the show.”

“Extremely well-acted by both members of the cast. Their chemistry feels very natural,
and let you root for them right from the get-go. Special shout-out to how they handled
the sex scenes—I hadn’t seen that before and thought it worked great!”

“A refreshing play about sex and intimacy. Playful, intriguing and… very hot!”

Edinburgh Fringe Memories

Gallery

Where to See Us Next

We open in New York City at Soho Playhouse on May 1st & May 2nd Friday and Saturday at 9.30 pm

Friday

1 May 2026 9:30 pm

Friday

22 May 2026 9:00 pm

Thursday

4 June 2026 9:00 pm

Saturday

2 May 2026 9:30 pm

Saturday

23 May 2026 9:00 pm

Saturday

6 June 2026 9:00 pm

Thursday

28 May 2026 9:00 pm

Thursday

7 May 2026 9:00 pm

Friday

8 May 2026 9:00 pm

Friday

29 May 2026 9:00 pm

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