Step into the absurd world of AUNT BATTY KNOWS.. as they weave dark tales of supernatural suspense.
Aunt Batty Knows… are a group of four local women returning to the professional stage in their maven years. In their working lives, these women support and nurture others, and through the performance, they aim to take people on an emotional journey, as well as an entertaining one, where the tragedy, absurdity, and comedy can be a form of catharsis.
But who is she?.. The four faces of Aunt Batty Knows… are Karen Hughes, Gemma Hurst, Su Jackson, and Rosie Šošić.
Tales from the Armchair: Influenced by 1970s and 80s television horror programs, ‘Tales from the Armchair’ reflects human relationships and stories through a lens of the supernatural and the unexpected.
Photo credit: Tabitha Jussa
In our interview with Hal Munger for Liverpool Improvisation Festival 2026, we discuss our process of creating, our influences and inspirations, and the ritual of summoning Aunt Batty herself.. Dive in find out more….
“To learn what we fear is to learn who we are. Horror defies our boundaries and illuminates our souls.”
Shirley Jackson, The Haunting of Hill House