Lula Mebrahtu mesmerises her audience. She uses wearable tech in the form of MiMu gloves, controlling the lights, music and projector just by moving her fingers: a true one-woman show. This eclectic performance combines original song and storytelling to portray the unique lives of first-generation immigrants as they try to navigate two cultures.

Growing up with Habesha heritage (Eritrean and Ethiopian), the performer explores her struggle to stay connected to that culture while adapting to life with a British identity and looks at the United Kingdom’s casual and institutional racism. Although a serious show, Mebrahtu’s delivery keeps a perfect balance between emotional and lightly funny. When a close family member is diagnosed with dementia, she can’t help but think, ‘wait . . . isn’t that just for white people?’ Her storytelling is engrossing. When combined with her unique use of technology this creates a poignant exploration of life as a first-gen immigrant in the UK.

OommoO (‘One of many, many of One’) is the first episode of what the writer plans to expand into a series, with part two coming next year. Despite its heavy subject matter, Mebrahtu sprinkles in elements of comedy in the form of witty one-liners throughout. A beautiful interpretation of life between the UK and East Africa.

OommoO, Summerhall, until 27 August, 4.15pm.