The Dahlia Files
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The Dahlia Files

The Dahlia Files is a gripping one woman retelling of one of the most famous unsolved cases in true crime history. On January 15th 1947, the mutilated body of a young woman, Elizabeth Short, was found in an abandoned lot. A gruesome unsolved murder of a young woman dead before her prime, reborn as an icon known as The Black Dahlia. After years of media speculation and true crime podcasts, The Black Dahlia has never been able to tell her own story. That is, until now. Part chilling mystery, part experimental cabaret, The Dahlia Files grapples with the ethics behind the recent boom in true crime entertainment. Written by Trystan Younjohn and directed by Kate Stamoulis, the show explores the commercialisation of violence and gore, and the dehumanising impact on victims and their families. Unnerving, darkly funny, and probing - this is a production you won’t want to miss.

Following successful runs earlier this year at both the Brighton and Edinburgh Festival Fringe, The Dahlia Files, is coming to Glasgow this October!

Cast and crew:
Trystan Youngjohn - writer/performer
Kate Stamoulis - director
Aila Swan - producer
Daniel Brammer - assistant director/technician

Access Information for Theatre 118:
We offer step-free access to our venue auditorium for customers with mobility needs, please email us to arrange this before booking - theatre118glasgow@gmail.com.

Important Evacuation Information: Please be aware that in the event of an evacuation, our lifts are not in use. This means there is currently no step-free emergency exit from the upper levels. If you are unable to self-evacuate via stairs, we may not be able to accommodate you safely at this time.

We are committed to making our theatre accessible to everyone and are working on solutions. To discuss your specific access requirements and to help us find the best way to welcome you, please contact us at theatre118glasgow@gmail.com before booking your tickets.

Press

"This show is rapidly approaching the end of its run but comes as a highly recommended piece of theatre. Tight script. Superb delivery. Creative direction. There's lots to admire. Seek it out if you can."

"This storytelling show is full of impeccable comedic timing, audience interaction and gut wrenching moments around violence towards women. We as the audience are not only observing. We're learning. We're connecting. We're taking a trip through history. Trystan flows on stage with a regal presence and sensuality, through Kate Stamoulis' strong direction in such an intimate space, and the story balances soft moments around grief and parental trauma. It's easy to feel empathy for our lead."

Dates

Oct 26 - 27, 2025

Time

7:30pm

Venue

Theatre 118

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