Freud’s 4 pm Session: Dear Papa – A Reading of Letters from Anna to Sigmund Freud by Ruth Rosen

Celebrated performer of poetry and prose and local Hampstead resident, Ruth Rosen will read a selection of letters written by Anna to her father.

Ruth Rosen

Since leaving the Royal Shakespeare Company Ruth Rosen has established a unique international reputation for her highly individualised literary portraits and has appeared at many major national and international festivals and theatres. Her current solo shows include “Bright Star” based on the poems and letters of John Keats, and “Man Without a Mask”, the poetry, prose, letters and other writings of William Blake. “Daggers Drawn’”– from the Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci and Sonnets and Letters of Michelangelo – is in collaboration with Martin Kemp.

“One of England’s leading poetry and prose performers.” The British Council

“She has cornered the market in poetry reading.”The Sunday Times

“Oxford audiences responded to this event in such large numbers that as many as were admitted had to be turned away for lack of space. For us lucky ones this was a true celebration of a great artist.” Oxford Times

“This dedicated actress held the entire house enthralled. It was unforgettable.” Birmingham Post

“The audience was spellbound.”The Poetry Society

“Ruth Rosen’s performance brought shimmering critical notices.” Sunday Telegraph

“An inspired theatrical performance of great power and beauty.”Time Out London

“The compelling nature of the material made for a surprisingly enthralling hour in the theatre.”Times Literary Supplement

“Poetry has always been at the very centre of Ruth Rosen’s life and she is a first rate speaker of it.” Harold Pinter

“A splendid evening, a fascinating programme… she held the audience enthralled.” Evening Standard

Tickets include admission to the Museum. The event is free for Freud Museum Members and Patrons. The event will be held on the first floor of the Museum during regular opening hours. Unfortunately the Freud Museum does not have step-free access at this time. Advance booking is highly recommended as capacity is limited.

Concessions/Members/Patrons: Please show proof of eligibility/membership card on arrival.

The purpose of this event is to raise funds for the Freud Museum London, which receives no regular public income.