The Shadow Boxer
Theatre (solo show, new writing)
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Venue 9theSpace @ Niddry St - Studio
- 22:20
- Aug 20
- 50 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
- Group: Lucas English
- Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 18 months
Description
Portsmouth's most promising featherweight boxer races towards his ultimate goal – competing in the 1968 Olympic Games and proving himself as a true champion. But can anyone control how their story will be told in an uncertain future?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].
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THOMAS 17 days ago
A phenomenal find! Carried by an incredible performance by Lucas English, the play traverses the emotional gambit exploring the darker tendencies of masculinity against a 60's English backdrop.
Min Jung Kim 17 days ago
This show was a hidden gem. I was very moved by the passion and intrigued by the story and how it was told. Keep up the great work and I can't wait to see your next shows!
Guy France 21 days ago
A powerfully distressing depiction of sport, obsession, and emotion. 50 minutes of holding my breath waiting for the next punch to land. The highlight of my Fringe theatre experience - everyone should see this.
Nicola Rigby 21 days ago
An absolutely stunning performance!
Excellently written and executed by a very talented young actor!
The Shadow Boxer had me captivated from start to finish, it made me laugh, cry and everything in between.
The story was brought to life in such an amazing way that you can feel every raw emotion that the characters are feeling.
The venue is perfect for an up close emotional journey.
No words I can write will do this unbelievable performance justice.
Lucas English you are truly remarkable!
Amanda Booth 23 days ago
An absolute must see! A brilliant and compelling performance that is at times uncomfortable and always gripping. This actor portrays several characters that are all believable and raw. Well done that man!
Anthony Coucill 23 days ago
Go and see this show! It really is that simple.
The script is excellently written and Lucas’ performance takes you through humour and heartache in a way that engrosses you in the story.
The portrayal of the different characters and their different mannerisms genuinely makes you forget it’s a solo performer on the stage, and the closeness to the action really makes you feel part of it all.
A very good show that’s should be seen by as many people as possible.
Burr Sutter 24 days ago
My wife and I just left Shadow Boxer and were again reminded of why we love the Fringe. The story itself was powerful, if heartbreaking, and personal for the solo actor, who delivered more sustained intensity in the telling than I've ever seen. The writing was top notch, the venue extremely intimate--you're so close to the actor you feel a part of everything the character is going through. The intensity was at times uncomfortable, but clearly by design--raw, honest, and inescapable (in a good way). Extremely powerful show about past events with themes still relevant today. Great job!
Tom Ryan 24 days ago
Powerful and commanding peformance from Lucas English that brings you on a journey through dizzying highs to heart-breaking lows. Recommend for anyone who likes hard hitting drama.
Danny Dougan 24 days ago
What a fantastic performance by such a talented young actor! The story of Jumping Jack trying to make a name for himself while also holding down a somewhat normal life is truly mesmerising.
Lucas portrays every character with so much energy that I genuinely forgot I was watching a one man show.
Quite a serious story being told with flickers of comedy thrown in make this show a must see for anybody visiting the fringe.
An immersive experience throughout made the 50 minute run time fly past.
Definitely worth the journey from Liverpool. Thankyou for a great evening!
Iona Campbell 27 days ago
An absolutely mesmerising performance. Raw and compelling, a must see for the Fringe!
Beth 27 days ago
I rarely leave reviews however this show is most deserving of one!
Some of the topics highlighted in the show are very delicate and not easy to portray, but Lukas managed these topics with grace and without overplaying the difficult role.
There's always the risk that depicting such themes could be overstretching a young actors possibilities but that couldn't be further from the truth in this case.
Completely compelling from start to finish.
Rory Morrison 28 days ago
Such a high energy and powerful show, incredible stamina and pacing, sometimes terrifying but always gripping
Aidan Milford 28 days ago
It’s almost a bit intimidating giving a brand new show a chance, but probably not as intimidating as the person performing it! However I was thoroughly surprised and taken aback. Lucas English commands the stage and has a presence that is rare to come by in the performance world. He takes you through a characters story that you become quite connected to, a story that seems too good to be true, and in time you find out it indeed was. Twisting your mind, Lucas leaves you wondering whose story this really is. I personally found this show to be a comment on masculinity as a whole but that could just be my take. I’m not going to go into too much detail as I really think you should see this yourself. Lovely late night viewing.
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James Roberts 28 days ago
A powerful play. Well scripted, well acted. A must see.
Graeme Souter 29 days ago
Learned about this one by chance as a flyer was at my local barber shop. Glad I came across it because this was a real find. Commanding and intense one man show with a story that takes a direction you would not expect. A must see in my opinion and really hope it gets some love this fringe season.
Terri Meldon 31 days ago
Amazing show. We loved it. Deserves to be a sell out.
Paul Bryan 32 days ago
This is a gem of a show . A young actor /writer makes his debut at the fringe and goes about it with subtlety and wit . This type of talent needs to be encouraged . It is a well crafted story of a boxer making his way in the fight game at the same time dealing with issues beyond his control . It is both funny and moving and the time flies by as the audience becomes engrossed in the challenges he faces . I urge you to go and see it . It packs a punch and is in my opinion what the fringe is about.
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