‘Loved Leyla Josephine’s poetry in Hopeless…taking action in a world that seems beyond hope.’ – Lynn Gardener

★★★★★
‘This show has a real poignancy and it is obvious when it hits the audience, who, rightfully so, gave it a standing ovation at the end.’ – Broadway Baby

★★★★★
‘…she is always magnificent. The ability to stun the audience to tearful silence moments after having them laughing heartily is a skill that is deployed expertly’. The Wee Review

★★★★
‘The audience are an enthusiastic participant and make the evening a shared experience’ – The Skinny

★★★★
“Hopeless” is an exceptional debut from an already brightly burning UK star. Already a force of stage, theatre, and screen, you should
race to say ‘I saw Leyla Josephine first.’ – ScotsGay

Hopeless was long listed for the Amnesty International Freedom of Expression Award 2017.