3 Couples, 2 Breakups, 1 Barbie and The Berlin Wall

Theatre (new writing, absurdist)

  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Seven teenagers (and a Barbie doll) invite you to a joyfully absurd play about love – in all its weird and wonderful forms. Square Pegs ask lots of questions about what it means to be human in their life-imitating-art play about growing up and in its own inimitable, absurdist fashion, offer absolutely no answers whatsoever! Offie-nominated Macready Theatre Young Actors share tales of breakups, heartache and what it’s like to fall in love with the Berlin Wall with fast-paced, fun-filled story-telling. ‘A short spectacular showcase’ ***** (MumbleTheatre.net). ‘Joyous’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com).

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Stair-lift with folding seat to from foyer (requires transfer from wheelchair to stair-lift chair at ground level, then transfer back to wheelchair at first floor). Staff can carry an unoccupied small or folding manual wheelchair up the stairs while the wheelchair user uses the seated stair lift. Electric wheelchairs, heavy wheelchairs and bulky wheelchairs cannot be carried upstairs. If not taking the stair lift, the space is accessed by two half flights of stairs (handrail on one side).
  • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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Jennifer Garner 31 days ago

Thanks Louisa for handing us the flyer to your fabulous show! We thoroughly enjoyed all the layers of the story - and your Bari-Sax was tops! Everyone should go!

Marissa Landy 31 days ago

This show takes you on a journey! The performers are all fantastic and create a brilliant ensemble. I felt like I was really learning something while watching as well!

Detlef Struve 31 days ago

II really enjoyed the show and will come to see it again. The sx young actors delivered a stunning performance. Wonderful facial expressions, precise articulation and body language brought the wonderful script to life. How wonderful it was to watch to Berlin Wall in its different aspects (do barbed wire, do more concrete, ...) being impersonated by the actors - under instructions given in German (with subtitles). The different aspects of love, including tragic loss and falling in love with objects were discussed and one did wonder how so much content could be included in such a compact play. There was moderate audience participation and everything was bound together by some very nice saxophone licks.I really enjoyed the show and will come to see it again. The seven young actors delivered a stunning performance. Wonderful facial expressions, precise articulation and body language brought the wonderful script to life. How wonderful it was to watch to Berlin Wall in its different aspects (do barbed wire, do more concrete, ...) being impersonated by the actors - under instructions given in German (with subtitles). The different aspects of love, including tragic loss and falling in love with objects were discussed and one did wonder how so much content could be included in such a compact play. There was moderate audience participation and everything was bound together by some very nice saxophone licks.
It was a pleasure to watch and listen!

Andy Walker 31 days ago

This show is put on by a highly talented group of young people. It is humorous but at the same time thought provoking. I would recommend this show to any who wants to be moved and entertained.

Manthie Good 31 days ago

A brilliant show that was both funny and moving with a great story line carried beautifully by a fabulously talented young cast. Very much a must see show!

Lach 32 days ago

An exploration into the definition of love. Funny and thought provoking, while encouraging me to dance along to the live saxophone player. A show I would recommend to anyone... and I'd probably go and see again myself too.

Hans Rinderknecht 33 days ago

Standout writing and deeply enrapturing performances, let alone for such a young company! Definitely a show to see.

James A 34 days ago

Didn’t know what to expect, but we were blown away by this amazing group of performers. A brilliantly written story of love expertly portrayed by a group of truly dynamic and multi-talented artists. By far my favourite show of the Fringe!!!

Simon James 36 days ago

A totally immersive physical theatre show by 7 young actors, sharing stories of love, heartbreak and reflection. Brilliantly done with humour and emotion. A must see.

Sharon 36 days ago

Wonderful exploration into different aspects of love from the expected to the unexpected! Fresh and joyful with earnest expression and joy . Hope as many people can enjoy this great show .

Anonymous 36 days ago

Absolutely great would definitely recommend to all people. Themes about absurd love. Don’t miss!!

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James Gordon 37 days ago

A thoughtful, inventive 'anatomy of love' in various forms (gay, straight, lasting, transient, for people, dolls and even concrete objects), presented with verve and self-deprecating humour by 7 young actors, one of whom is as fluent delivering lines in German as in English (translation is provided). A shame the excellent saxophonist didn't get more chance to shine. Quirky, zany, and ultimately with a simple message at heart.


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The Scotsman (3/5 stars) 18 days ago

A quiet sense of wonder

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Broadway Baby (4/5 stars) 31 days ago

Another joyous bag of wild imagination, comedy and physicality

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