Solo Sunday Presents:
"Unpacked: Life, Love, and Everything In Between"
By Simi Krishnan
Sunday, November 8th 2026 @ 3:00 PM
Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro (3905 N Lincoln)
What happens when life refuses to follow the plan? In UNPACKED, Simi Krishnan opens a single suitcase and unpacks an extraordinary life—one filled with immigration, identity, motherhood, love, devastating loss, illness, resilience, and the unexpected humor that somehow survives it all. Through treasured objects, letters to her younger self, conversations with the many versions of who she’s been, and stories that are as hilarious as they are heartbreaking, Simi invites audiences into a deeply personal journey that ultimately becomes universal. Blending heartfelt storytelling with sharp wit and genuine vulnerability, UNPACKED reminds us that while life rarely goes according to plan, our stories have the power to transform us. Because sometimes the bravest thing we can do is unpack the life we’ve been carrying. “Plans fail. Stories survive.”
Simi Krishnan is a storyteller, speaker, and strategist whose work explores resilience, identity, and the power of sharing our stories. Born to Indian parents living in England and now living in the United States, she brings a unique perspective shaped by navigating multiple cultures and rebuilding her life through profound personal challenges. As the co-owner and producer of The People Tree and founder of Resilient Whispers, she believes that our stories have the power to heal, inspire, and remind us that none of us are alone.
- General admission seating. Doors open 30 minutes before start.
- Show will run 60 minutes without intermission.
- Entire venue is fully accessible.
- Cash and Venmo/Zelle sales at the door if tickets are still available.
- Dining available downstairs before/after the performance. Drinks can be brought into theater.
- Free parking in nearby lot and surrounding streets. Metered on Lincoln (No meters on Sunday).
- All sales are final.
