Theatre

Lie Club by Rachel De Fontes + Peter Jeffries

Just wrapped our twice extended run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, after a 2024 tour in the UK + US (Edinburgh, London, Los Angeles, Orange County, New York City)

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What are audience saying about ‘Lie Club’?

"Lie Club was a wickedly intelligent, immersive, and hysterically funny exploration of honesty vs. dishonesty in our ever changing world. I was thoroughly captivated throughout the entire performance anticipating what would be the next twist or turn. This duo are a tour de force on stage."

Mary Cait K.
NYC
"A really provocative play that takes many twists and turns. The chameleon performances kept me guessing til the very end"

Clara H.
LONDON
"One of the best pieces of theatre I’ve seen. Funny, immersive and captivating. Engaging and genius from start to finish."

Ciaran M.
LONDON
"I see many Broadway and Off Broadway performances, but was not familiar with Murmuration Studios or Lie Club. I was surprised, amazed and enchanted by the acting as well as the script. Both performers were able to express subtleties and nuances of a challenging play and captivate everyone in the audience. I look forward to the next production."

Edward O.
NYC
"A Lie Club blew me away! How can 2 people make you feel like there has been a cast of twenty? Watching these 2 take you through the story of Ben and Tracy makes you question your view on truth and lies. It’s layered, it’s playful, it’s deep and it’s thought provoking. You really feel the emotional connection these 2 have with their characters and they pull you along in their wake so fluidly you can’t help but get lost in the emotional turmoil of their story"

Owen R.
EDINBURGH
"Loved the Lie Club and its gripping, fast paced narrative. Impressive writing and outstanding perfomances. A must-see!!!"

Sarah A.
LONDON
"Such a fabulous show! So clever and captivating. It was an absolute pleasure!"

Olga S.
LONDON
"Mindfuckingly brilliant. We were feeling with the performers so much. There chemistry is so great. Lots of love from Germany!"

Vivian & Stephen
EDINBURGH
"Lie club had me gripping my seat the entire time. I didn’t want it to end. Both performers really had me captivated and engaged throughout by their brilliant wit, chemistry, and malleability. Some of the best new writing I’ve seen in a while as well! A must watch!"

Natalie N.
LONDON
"So brilliant, intellectually witty, and thrilling! I was on the edge of my seat at every moment. This fleabag esque show takes you on a wild journey always leaving you wondering which characters to trust."

Grace W.
EDINBURGH
"This is a clever, funny and original play from two talented actors we should all be watching."

Sophie A.
LONDON
"This is a seriously great show - rapid fire, intelligent and very funny dialogue played by two superb actors with excellent rapport, perfect comic timing and, ironically, a lot of truth. I loved it!"

Kat D.
EDINBURGH
"Wow. WHAT an amazing and captivating performance from Rachel De Fontes and Peter Jeffries. I was invested from the start to finish. Wish I could have seen it again and again. 10/10!!!!"

Natalie B.
NYC
"I was mesmerized by the performances and felt for both characters throughout the play. Indie theatre at its best - refreshing, new, provocative!"

Catherine D.
LONDON
“Thoroughly enjoyed Lie Club - they manage to bring a ‘Magnolia-esque’ play that keeps you guessing till the very end, with loads of energy and captivating performances. This is a must-see — make sure it’s on your list!”

Ed G.
LONDON
"I loved lie club: The two actors, who also wrote and directed it, brought such incredible chemistry that it felt so alive. The story was full of twists that kept you guessing, while the interactive moments really pulled us into the scenes, making it feel like we were part of the therapy circle. It’s a clever, thoughtful piece that explores some interesting questions about honesty and the little lies we tell every day, and I left the theater still thinking about it. A great mix of humor and depth that had everyone engaged till the end. I highly recommend seeing it if you get the chance!"

Clio R.
LONDON
"Rachel and Peter are magnetic together. Their chemistry fuels the play and has you sitting on the edge of your seat. Through moments of tenderness, betrayal, and joy, it’s easy to see why this play is a mega-hit!"

Jenna S.
LOS ANGELES
"Loved it! The perfect fringe show that is clever, dark, alarming, thought provoking whilst still being hilarious. Plus great acting - I'm sure we'll see these actors go far! It should be made into a TV show!"

Anonymous
EDINBURGH
"We entered the theatre not knowing what to expect. It worked so well and their incorporation of the audience was so well done without becoming awkward. We were very impressed with the authenticity of their acting, with their ability to keep the energy and curiosity alive and to maintain the flow of the story as it developed. The script was thought-provoking and dealt with the very real issue of truth versus lies. What a delightful experience."

Murray M.
EDINBURGH
"A witty, perfectly-executed performance that takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion. Rachel and Peter and going places with writing and acting like this!"

Gavin D.
NYC
"Witty piece of writing that flows effortlessly. Loved the audience interaction bits!"

Mohit M.
LONDON
"A really exciting evening of theatre."

Tim J.
LONDON
"Lie club reflects the current climate of our world, where truth is subjective and the only thing we know for certain is we can’t trust anybody."

Joe W.
LONDON
"Lie Club is an emotional roller coaster going from hilarious to deeply disturbing or touching. It is a great entertainment!"

Illia D.
LONDON
"Went back for a second time in Edinburgh to see this show..It’s such an intelligent piece of work that forces the audience to confront their own cognitive dissonance. The performances are dynamic and the writing is slick. Go and see it."

Kyle H.
EDINBURGH
"Very impressive. Great alchemy on stage."

Pietro M.
LOS ANGELES
"I highly recommend you gather a group of friends and watch the Lie Club. A meaningful and buzzing performance. The script is nothing short of brilliant, their chemistry on stage makes you feel part of Liars Club, very immersive. Spread the word and enjoy."

Joao S.
LONDON
"The LIE CLUB checks all the boxes... Well written and entertaining......- CHECK Fun audience involvement..... - CHECK Funny and twisted..... - CHECK Compelling and quick witted..... - CHECK Powerful performances..... - CHECK Don't miss this smart and creative play with special kudos to the two actors/writers...that's NO LIE!"

Terri D.
ORANGE COUNTY
"“Lie Club” is an amazingly creative and inventive story of liars anonymous gone ballistic. Innovative and thought-provoking, it is amazingly funny, and sadly contrary of the title, elements of it are amazingly true too often…. and that’s no lie"

Tim K.
ORANGE COUNTY
"A fun and provocative evening"

Gary R.
ORANGE COUNTY
"What an extraordinarily fun and clever play by two exceptional performers! An evening of nonstop entertainment that will keep you laughing and guessing from start to finish. I cannot recommend Liars Club strongly enough!"

Victoria R.
ORANGE COUNTY
“'How many little white lies can you get away with before they turn rotten ? And when they do, will you still meet me in the rot?' Lie Club is a tantalizing, razor-sharp show that dares you to engage and peel back its layers of truth. With magnetic performances by De Fontes and Jeffries, it pulses with seduction and leaves you wondering what is truly up from down. This production doesn’t just tease, it keeps you guessing; and it leaves a mark.”

Louis R B.
NYC
"The Lie Club is a lively, emotional roller coaster. It is fun to watch as a mystery, comedy, and drama. The writing is intelligent, ingenious, and penetrating. The actors take incredible situations and make them believable, and it's impossible not to care about them. All in all, very entertaining and I want to see it again."

Paul K.
ORANGE COUNTY
"Rachel and Peter’s performances were nothing short of captivating, each bringing a unique depth and energy to their roles that kept the audience hooked from the first scene. Their chemistry together on stage was a perfect balance humor and drama in a way that made their characters' relationship feel both complex and believable. I loved the closeness to the stage and also how both actors engaged with the audience - It wasn’t just that they spoke to the audience; they invited the audience into their world, making the experience interactive & unique. An enjoyable and thought provoking evening at the theater, bravo!"

Elly K.
NYC
“Fast paced, clever script dealing with zeitgeisty ideas. Great performances by the two actors held the audience enthralled for 80 intense minutes. Definitely worth seeing!”

Ylwa W.
LONDON
"I loved Lie Club! It draws you in and keeps you enthralled. The intimate setting, the great acting and the gripping storyline are what great theater is all about."

Susan B.
NYC
"Experiencing the Los Angeles premiere of Lie Club was a wonderful experience. This masterfully crafted two-person dark drama delves into the intricate tapestry of human deception and the ceaseless games that define our interactions. Rachel and Peter command the stage and their undeniable chemistry is both mesmerizing and profoundly disquieting. A production of rare brilliance, Lie Club is a wonderful piece of modern theater, leaving one eagerly awaiting the next inspired creation from this extraordinary duo and Murmuration Studios."

Michael M.
LOS ANGELES
"A witty, perfectly-executed performance that takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion. Rachel and Peter and going places with writing and acting like this!"

Gavin D.
NYC
"Such an exciting and entertaining piece!! It was so fun to watch such energetic and interesting characters. I loved watching the dynamic play out and both performances were exceptional and brought the characters to life wonderfully. Congratulations!!!"

Katie M.
NYC
"This is my second time seeing lie club and it delivers time and time again. The actors Peter and Rachel's performance takes you on an journey of laughs, chaos, emotion and tension. You’ll be waiting on every word and on the edge of your seat as their characters stories unravels in an addicting display. I’m delighted so many people got the chance to see this amazing show and I’ll be back for more. This show is going places!"

Conor C.
EDINBURGH
"Don't miss this show! An intimate, intense and thought provoking comedy with a riveting story line. An outstanding performance from the duo."

Andrew and Helen
EDINBURGH
"Rare to see such a talented (good looking - TV worthy) performance at the fringe. Give it a go. Deep, thought provoking, funny."

Thomas S.
EDINBURGH
"Just seen a lie club, thought it was one of the best fringe shows I have seen so far. The show is gripping and the acting is very good. I would recommend anyone to go and see it!"

Jordan T.
EDINBURGH
"Very compelling, well structured and kept me on the edge of my seat. Bravo!"

Anonymous
EDINBURGH
"Lie Club @edfringe, so so sooooo good!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I've been spoiled today and I don't give 5 stars out easily, they've both been brilliant and for completely different reasons. Lie Club is brilliant for its oh so clever plot and the journey it takes you on. The perormances are energetic, engaging, and pull you in, they play amazingly well together. I found myself questioning what the hell was going on, who am I supposed to believe, what was real, am I even there.... But it all comes together and I was left wholly satisfied and asking myself some profound questions, and for my own sake at least, really important ones. ..or does it!? Amazing work, go see it!"

Eamonn M.
EDINBURGH
"Great little psychological thriller! (But I love that genre, so perhaps I'm biased.)"

Zak T.
EDINBURGH
"A very intruiging and thought provoking piece of theatre. It takes just an hour of watching "Ben" and "Tracy" to make us wonder if everything is indeed a lie... or not? If you like raw theatre which leaves you with plenty of food for thought long after the show, see this!"

Macew
EDINBURGH
"Really intriguing concept - tense and keeping you guessing about what the truth really is the whole time. The 2 performers are excellent and dynamic, and I really hope they extend the run!"

Teryn G.
EDINBURGH
"One of the coolest things I’ve ever seen at the Fringe! Rachel and Peter perform this show with such unbelievable skill, it’s so unique and brilliantly crafted. A must see! "

Emery S.
EDINBURGH
"Written and performed by the 2 talented actors, this fast moving play was thought-provoking and witty - fun audience participation too. Highly recommend!"

Vanessa
EDINBURGH
"Really liked this show! Interesting topic, and fun execution. Great performances by both actors. I will remember this performance even after seeing a ton of shows here, I highly recommend. Fun interactions with the audience added to the lightheartedness and comedy."

rls
EDINBURGH
"A thoroughly enjoyable show from a small independent company. Great performances, very funny, thought provoking and had the audience engrossed from the first minute to the last. Can't recommend highly enough."

David M.
EDINBURGH
"Fantastic show, well-written, with engaging and riveting performances by the two leads. Best show we've seen so far at Fringe. Beware they're not in the written program, so it's a bit of a hidden gem. This show is the feel-good rom-com of the Fringe. That last sentence was a lie. "

Stefan F.
EDINBURGH

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Theatre

Lie Club by Rachel De Fontes + Peter Jeffries

Just wrapped our twice extended run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, after a 2024 tour in the UK + US (Edinburgh, London, Los Angeles, Orange County, New York City)

"Lie Club was a wickedly intelligent, immersive, and hysterically funny exploration of honesty vs. dishonesty in our ever changing world. I was thoroughly captivated throughout the entire performance anticipating what would be the next twist or turn. This duo are a tour de force on stage."

"A really provocative play that takes many twists and turns. The chameleon performances kept me guessing til the very end"

"One of the best pieces of theatre I’ve seen. Funny, immersive and captivating. Engaging and genius from start to finish."

"Loved the Lie Club and its gripping, fast paced narrative. Impressive writing and outstanding perfomances. A must-see!!!"

"Such a fabulous show! So clever and captivating. It was an absolute pleasure!"

"Mindfuckingly brilliant. We were feeling with the performers so much. There chemistry is so great. Lots of love from Germany!"

"Lie club had me gripping my seat the entire time. I didn’t want it to end. Both performers really had me captivated and engaged throughout by their brilliant wit, chemistry, and malleability. Some of the best new writing I’ve seen in a while as well! A must watch!"

"So brilliant, intellectually witty, and thrilling! I was on the edge of my seat at every moment. This fleabag esque show takes you on a wild journey always leaving you wondering which characters to trust."

"This is a clever, funny and original play from two talented actors we should all be watching."

"This is a seriously great show - rapid fire, intelligent and very funny dialogue played by two superb actors with excellent rapport, perfect comic timing and, ironically, a lot of truth. I loved it!"

"Wow. WHAT an amazing and captivating performance from Rachel De Fontes and Peter Jeffries. I was invested from the start to finish. Wish I could have seen it again and again. 10/10!!!!"

"I was mesmerized by the performances and felt for both characters throughout the play. Indie theatre at its best - refreshing, new, provocative!"

“Thoroughly enjoyed Lie Club - they manage to bring a ‘Magnolia-esque’ play that keeps you guessing till the very end, with loads of energy and captivating performances. This is a must-see — make sure it’s on your list!”

"Rachel and Peter are magnetic together. Their chemistry fuels the play and has you sitting on the edge of your seat. Through moments of tenderness, betrayal, and joy, it’s easy to see why this play is a mega-hit!"

"Loved it! The perfect fringe show that is clever, dark, alarming, thought provoking whilst still being hilarious. Plus great acting - I'm sure we'll see these actors go far! It should be made into a TV show!"

"A witty, perfectly-executed performance that takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion. Rachel and Peter and going places with writing and acting like this!"

"Witty piece of writing that flows effortlessly. Loved the audience interaction bits!"

"A really exciting evening of theatre."

"Lie club reflects the current climate of our world, where truth is subjective and the only thing we know for certain is we can’t trust anybody."

"Lie Club is an emotional roller coaster going from hilarious to deeply disturbing or touching. It is a great entertainment!"

"Went back for a second time in Edinburgh to see this show..It’s such an intelligent piece of work that forces the audience to confront their own cognitive dissonance. The performances are dynamic and the writing is slick. Go and see it."

"Very impressive. Great alchemy on stage."

"I highly recommend you gather a group of friends and watch the Lie Club. A meaningful and buzzing performance. The script is nothing short of brilliant, their chemistry on stage makes you feel part of Liars Club, very immersive. Spread the word and enjoy."

"“Lie Club” is an amazingly creative and inventive story of liars anonymous gone ballistic. Innovative and thought-provoking, it is amazingly funny, and sadly contrary of the title, elements of it are amazingly true too often…. and that’s no lie"

"A fun and provocative evening"

"What an extraordinarily fun and clever play by two exceptional performers! An evening of nonstop entertainment that will keep you laughing and guessing from start to finish. I cannot recommend Liars Club strongly enough!"

“Fast paced, clever script dealing with zeitgeisty ideas. Great performances by the two actors held the audience enthralled for 80 intense minutes. Definitely worth seeing!”

"I loved Lie Club! It draws you in and keeps you enthralled. The intimate setting, the great acting and the gripping storyline are what great theater is all about."

"A witty, perfectly-executed performance that takes you on a rollercoaster of emotion. Rachel and Peter and going places with writing and acting like this!"

"Such an exciting and entertaining piece!! It was so fun to watch such energetic and interesting characters. I loved watching the dynamic play out and both performances were exceptional and brought the characters to life wonderfully. Congratulations!!!"

"Don't miss this show! An intimate, intense and thought provoking comedy with a riveting story line. An outstanding performance from the duo."

"Rare to see such a talented (good looking - TV worthy) performance at the fringe. Give it a go. Deep, thought provoking, funny."

"Just seen a lie club, thought it was one of the best fringe shows I have seen so far. The show is gripping and the acting is very good. I would recommend anyone to go and see it!"

"Very compelling, well structured and kept me on the edge of my seat. Bravo!"

"Great little psychological thriller! (But I love that genre, so perhaps I'm biased.)"

"A very intruiging and thought provoking piece of theatre. It takes just an hour of watching "Ben" and "Tracy" to make us wonder if everything is indeed a lie... or not? If you like raw theatre which leaves you with plenty of food for thought long after the show, see this!"

"Really intriguing concept - tense and keeping you guessing about what the truth really is the whole time. The 2 performers are excellent and dynamic, and I really hope they extend the run!"

"One of the coolest things I’ve ever seen at the Fringe! Rachel and Peter perform this show with such unbelievable skill, it’s so unique and brilliantly crafted. A must see! "

"Written and performed by the 2 talented actors, this fast moving play was thought-provoking and witty - fun audience participation too. Highly recommend!"

"Really liked this show! Interesting topic, and fun execution. Great performances by both actors. I will remember this performance even after seeing a ton of shows here, I highly recommend. Fun interactions with the audience added to the lightheartedness and comedy."

"A thoroughly enjoyable show from a small independent company. Great performances, very funny, thought provoking and had the audience engrossed from the first minute to the last. Can't recommend highly enough."

"Fantastic show, well-written, with engaging and riveting performances by the two leads. Best show we've seen so far at Fringe. Beware they're not in the written program, so it's a bit of a hidden gem. This show is the feel-good rom-com of the Fringe. That last sentence was a lie. "

We’d love to know how you found the play. Please fill out the fields in the form below and we’ll share your audience review above!

The Good Father by Christian O’Reilly

February 2024 - Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin, Ireland

An Intervention by Mike Bartlett

May 2022 - Riverside Studios, London, UK

Secrets by Rachel De Fontes

April 2017 - The Shop Theatre, New York City, USA

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