Get Ready For The Fringe Festival...
Uproar is thrilled to bring you The Fringe Festival—a bold and electrifying showcase of fresh talent! With a range of dynamic Fringe shows running alongside our main productions, this is your chance to witness the next generation of theatre makers in action.
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🎠First and second years are stepping into the spotlight, bringing their raw talent and creative energy to the stage.
🎠Third years are pushing boundaries, exploring ground breaking new ideas that could shape the future of theatre!
Don't miss out—be part of the movement! Secure your FREE TICKETS and experience the excitement first-hand
28 DAYS
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Friday 2nd May
1PM & 5PM @ Joe H Makin Basement
It's a man's world and women are living in it. After being locked away in an asylum for their ‘unstable behaviour’, come and join the girls party as they reunite for their monthly cycle! With singing, laughing and a diva cup full of blood, watch the six girls’ stories unfold and find out whether they will really ever be free to make their mark in a world of testosterone.
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Written and directed by Ellie Waskett and Neely Gale, ‘28 Days’ explores how we, as women, always deal with a lot more than we bargained for! Stories of growing up, friendship and prejudice create a web of doubt in their minds. Can their unique bonds carry them through the hardest time of their lives?
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So, grab your hot water bottles and paracetamol. Get your joggers on and bring your favourite cravings. It's a girl's night and you're all invited!
CAST LIST
Ellie Waskett: Annie
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Neely Gale: Bethany
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Jayne Atkin: Sorcha-Bea
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Anna Lawlor: Molly-Sue
Grace Cooper: Camryn
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Isobel Voce: Cate
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Oliver Bickerstaff: Guard
THE ART THAT MADE ME
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9th May- 1pm @John Foster Drama Studio
Join Prior for a whistle-stop tour that pays homage to the art that has made them the artist they are today.
From Modernism to Street Art (and even some Andy Warhol) - be prepared for an art history meets emotional monologue talk, that pays tribute to artists that have paved the way for many others.
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‘Leave the NFTs and “AI Art” at home, as we explore some of history’s notorious artists that have made me who I am today!’ - Prior Policarpo
WHERE OH WHERE CAN MY BABY BE?
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Monday 5th May
1PM & 5PM @ Joe H Makin Basement
A year ago, Kev lost his wife in a car accident. After mourning her death, he finally decides it's time to get back out into the dating world. On his journey to find companionship and a positive female role model for his angsty teenage daughter, he faces many bumps in the road.
From learning to move on and accepting grief, to protecting his family from those who wish them harm, Kev has a seemingly endless road of challenges ahead of him. This script reading tells Kev’s story.
A story about the struggles of being a single parent, dealing with abuse and learning to cope with the heavy weight that comes with grief and loss.
CAST LIST
Thomas White
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Lydia Rowlands
Amelia Ball
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Jonathan Houghton
VIGIL
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Saturday 3rd May
1PM & 5PM @ Joe H Makin Basement
Insomnia is rough but it has its benefits – such as hallucinating your very own therapist! Except, this therapist hates you and won’t let you sleep.
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Join J and H for a long night of Rubik’s Cubes, Spider-Man, and pointless googling as J attempts to get a night’s rest. But for an insomniac, it's easier said than done.
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It’s not all moonlight and pillows; this dark, comedic tale mimics a deep confessional that holds nothing back. So, join us for a night you won’t forget, as you’ll be wide awake along with us!
CAST LIST
Jack Cowley
Louis Burrell
FANNY DIARIES
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Wednesday 30th April
1PM* & 5PM @ John Foster Drama Studio
Have you ever wondered what your fanny would say if she could talk? Would she be pleased and proud of your antics? Or would she give you a stern talking to? ‘The Fanny Diaries’ is an original comedy, following twenty-four-and-a-half-year-old Camilla’s journey, as she tackles the trials and tribulations of the hell that we call womanhood. If that isn’t enough, dealing with a whirlwind of failed romances and unsatisfactory sexual interactions, as well as facing her upcoming smear test, which leads to unexpected news, could all send her spiralling.
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First performed at Uproar 2024, ‘The Fanny Diaries’ returns with a developed and extended script! This is not just your average play about vaginas. It is a funny and light-hearted story told not only by Camilla, but also her troublesome fanny!
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*Please note 1pm showing will be a script read only. Main showing will be at 5pm
LONG STORY SHORT
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Tuesday 6th May
12PM @ Joe H Makin Workshop
Have you ever wondered what could’ve been? Ever seen something that you couldn't quite explain, but tried anyway? Held onto any regret after speaking?
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Unsure of your answer? Our storytellers at Long Story Short will answer these questions for you. With unique tales of the past, present and future – you can decide whether they hold any truth.
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Intrigued? Don’t care? Oh well, we will share an hour of stories even if you aren’t there.
TAKE CARE
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Wednesday 7th May
1PM & 5PM @ Joe H Makin Basement
A veteran haunted by his past, Michael struggles to face his inner battles that threaten to consume him; whilst Amy, his devoted partner, fights to support him. As the weight of his trauma strains their bond and ability to hold their family together, the pair must make sacrifices neither thought they’d have to make.
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‘Take Care’ is a powerful exploration of love, trauma, and the unseen toll of PTSD. Through raw, emotionally charged moments, we aim to shed light on the complexities of living with PTSD and the sacrifices made by those who stand beside the wounded.
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CAST LIST
AJ Howell
Indie Star Ramsay-Wilson
