Storyteller Fabiana Mattedi Brings 'Notes on Collagen' to Under St. Marks

The one-woman show explores beauty, aging, and identity through sharp humor and poignant self-reflection.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:00am

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An abstract, minimalist composition featuring stark, jagged geometric shapes in high-contrast red and white, conceptually representing the themes of beauty, aging, and identity explored in the one-woman show 'Notes on Collagen.'Fabiana Mattedi's one-woman show 'Notes on Collagen' explores the complex interplay of beauty, aging, and identity through a bold, conceptual visual metaphor.NYC Today

Fabiana Mattedi's one-woman show 'Notes on Collagen' is coming to the Under St Marks Theater in New York City. The show blends sharp humor with poignant self-reflection as Mattedi interrogates the paradoxes of beauty - its power and its poison, its promise and its price. From the pressures of 'aging gracefully' to the subtle violence of societal expectations, 'Notes on Collagen' invites audiences to laugh, think, and confront the invisible forces that shape how we see ourselves and each other.

Why it matters

As a rising storyteller and actress, Fabiana Mattedi's 'Notes on Collagen' provides a unique perspective on the complex issues surrounding beauty, aging, and identity that many people grapple with. The show's blend of humor and self-reflection offers a refreshing take on these themes, encouraging audiences to examine their own perceptions and experiences.

The details

In 'Notes on Collagen,' Mattedi shares her personal journey of navigating the pressures and expectations around beauty and aging. The show explores topics such as the societal demands to 'age gracefully' and the subtle ways in which these expectations can be damaging. Through her sharp wit and poignant reflections, Mattedi invites the audience to confront these invisible forces and claim their own sense of self.

  • The show will be performed on the following dates: Sat, April 4 at 7pm, Sat, April 11 at 3:40pm, Mon, April 13 at 8:10pm, and Thurs, April 16 at 8:10pm.
  • All shows will take place at the Under St Marks Theater in New York City.

The players

Fabiana Mattedi

A storyteller and actress who is the writer and performer of 'Notes on Collagen.'

Under St Marks Theater

The venue hosting the performances of 'Notes on Collagen' in New York City.

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What they’re saying

“It's amazing what you can hear on the subway. Even when you don't want to.”

— Fabiana Mattedi, Storyteller and Actress

What’s next

Tickets for 'Notes on Collagen' are $25 or Pay What You Can and can be purchased through the Frigid NYC website.

The takeaway

Fabiana Mattedi's 'Notes on Collagen' offers a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of the complex issues surrounding beauty, aging, and identity. By blending humor and self-reflection, the show encourages audiences to examine their own perceptions and experiences, ultimately empowering them to claim their sense of self.