In Remember That Time? A Musical, singer-songwriter Annmarie Cullen takes us on a deeply personal journey from the sun-drenched streets of LA to the heartbreak of Barcelona and the unexpected solace of a return to Dublin. A seasoned musician and former member of Saucy Monkey, Cullen is no stranger to the spotlight — but here, she shines in an entirely different way.
The story follows Annmarie as she trades her music career for a corporate life abroad, only to lose touch with her art, her identity, and ultimately, her wife. Returning home after 25 years, she begins the process of rebuilding — with humour, heartbreak, and a guitar in hand.
Annmarie lays her life bare on stage, blending storytelling with original music to reflect on love, loss, and rediscovery. One standout moment involves her love for wild sea swimming — a ritual of healing that echoed another Fringe show, Powerful, where the sea too served as a metaphor for release. Maybe it’s something we should all be trying?
Musically, Cullen is extraordinary. Her voice is breathtaking — soulful, controlled, and rich with feeling — and when paired with her guitar, the performance becomes spellbinding. She could easily command a full concert on vocal talent alone.
The lighting, multimedia, and sound effects were all thoughtfully used to support the narrative, and the show’s themes — identity, reinvention, grief, and healing — will resonate across generations. It’s the kind of performance where no matter your age or background, you’ll find a moment that speaks directly to you.
That said, the pacing in the first half could be tightened. The opening 40 minutes felt more like a gentle ramble through memories, and it wasn’t until the final 20 minutes that the narrative truly locked in and lifted the show to its emotional peak. With a slight structural tweak, this could easily be a 5-star performance.
⭐ 4 Stars- An honest, heartfelt story delivered with breathtaking vocals and raw charm
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/remember-that-time-a-musical
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