Playfight
Theatre (drama, new writing)
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Venue 26ROUNDABOUT @ Summerhall - ROUNDABOUT
- 17:30
- Aug 26
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Theatre Uncut and Grace Dickson Productions
- Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing. References sexual violence, domestic violence and suicide.
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
No one likes crusty knickers and a broken heart. But that’s just life, isn’t it? Three friends grow up under an ancient tree. They’re filthy, brutal and full of hope. By turns hysterical and poignant, Playfight is a searing probe of their inner lives as they hunt for love. Proper, ugly love. As their roots sink deeper, the branches stretch higher… so they decide to climb. Multi Fringe First-winning team Julia Grogan (Gunter), Theatre Uncut and Grace Dickson Productions present Playfight, shining a vivid light on adolescent desire in a landscape of rising sexual violence.Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Once in the Courtyard, standing facing the Royal Dick pub take the alleyway to the left. Roundabout is the Yellow Tent in front of you. Permanent ramp to access Courtyard. Performance space is on Ground Floor
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp, Level Access
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
Captioned performances
- Dates: 5 August, 7 August, 8 August, 9 August, 10 August, 11 August, 12 August, 19 August, 26 August, 25 August, 18 August, 14 August, 21 August, 15 August, 22 August, 16 August, 23 August, 24 August, 17 August
- Type: Closed (Tablet)
- Booking options: You can book independently online, or contact our access team to book your tickets and request any specific seating locations or if booking a unit is required.
How and when to make an access booking
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- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
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- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Bruce Morrison 16 days ago
Whilst the subject matter is tough and, frankly, not something I would normally watch, there is no doubt that this is a well acted and taut show that holds the attention.
Tom S 18 days ago
In my top five faves (and we saw over 40) of the Fringe this year. Really well told story, well written, with some beautiful performances. Really deserves a transfer.
Jon Smith 20 days ago
Julia Grogan's Playfight is a coming of age show following three 16-year-old schoolgirls into their 20s, as they gather round a tree depicted by a ladder with wood chippings around it. The early dialogue is often sexual and delivered at speed in keeping with the age of the characters, before settling down as they get older. Sophie Cox's Keira dominates the early stages with her aggressive sexuality, while the more studious other characters emerge more fully as they go through the sixth form and the prospect of university. Both have specific issues to deal with: Zainab, played by Nina Cassells thinks she is a lesbian, while Lucy Mangan's Lucy is developing sexual relations with someone in her church. The actors are convincing in their individual roles, which converge towards a powerful and moving conclusion, with plenty of humour along the way in this excellent production.
Karen Fi 26 days ago
Superb, my best in Festival. Julia Grogan and entire team on stunningly good form.
katoma 29 days ago
Actors were so talented - definitely the best show I’ve seen at the fringe this year! 5*
Duncan Green 30 days ago
Plenty of raw energy here, maybe lacking subtlety, but have to love the verve of the actors, and the range of complex issues they manage to cram into a coming of age story. 4*
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