Written and performed by Raina Greifer Directed by Pippa Thornton Winner of Best Solo Show at FUSE International 2022 When Raina arrives at her spoken word gig to see her exes in the audience, all the questions she's had about her past sexual experiences begin to surface. A show about bad sex and the murky parts of consent, expect impromptu burlesque, PowerPoint presentations, Michael Cera cameos, cringe, and desperation. Sometimes hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking, MANIC is a solo show that combines spoken word, puppetry, and theatre to ask whether it is possible to say you were violated without implicating a partner. ' A powerful yet harrowing experience, MANIC is an important addition to the conversation of sexual inequality. ' (NSDF Noises Off) ' A challenging and multifaceted show with a figure of raw talent at its heart. ' (★★★★ Confessions of a Five Foot Two Actress) Astonishing moments of word play, startling metaphor and poetic storytelling drip and drop throughout (★★★★ Bath Fringe Hub) Contains discussions of sexual assault, and strong language. For a full list of content warnings, please click here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YnNuu6FRZt8j7A-HmS5cOEZP7Rz8yU ZnWvsZF0renY/edit?tab=t.0].

You’re invited to Hannah’s big goodbye party! (Please, no presents) Hannah’s given it her best shot. Now she’s waving goodbye to human life… to live as a sheep! You’ll be wowed by sheep facts, banging tunes and an epic sheep outfit – via an office party, a rave and the No.35 bus. But let’s not give it all away – parties need surprises. The Beauty of Being Herd is a funny, heartfelt, quirky show, exploring themes of belonging, social anxiety, neurodiversity and consent, in a playful, sensitive way. A show for anyone who’s ever felt like an outsider. Runner-up for Best Newcomer and Best New Writing at Manchester Fringe 2024, The Beauty of Being Herd is Gaulier graduate Ruth Berkoff’s debut show. “Hugely entertaining” British Theatre Guide ★★★★★ “Bizarre, bonkers and beautiful” Fairypowered Productions ★★★★ “Side-splittingly funny and so fundamentally relatable” Forge Press

Sam Wilson, Class 8C, is obviously the correct choice for Head Boy. He's got the PowerPoint to prove it. But amidst school discos, playground football, and Machiavellian scheming, the road to the top will certainly be no Geography with Mr Baker (Geography with Mr Baker is massively easy). As the race intensifies, will Sam cause another boy grievous bodily harm? See title. Sorry (I Broke Your Arms And Legs) is a riotous debut PowerPoint presentation combining the thrills of World Book Day with the hilarity of the Maths Olympiad. Don't be late! Maybe You Like It creates collaborative, high-energy, story-driven stage shows that are fast, funny, fluid and filmic. Trigger warnings: Brief mention of homophobia. Flashing lights.

How did we get here?! Step into a high-rise flat in the heart of Cardiff, where a group of young adults find themselves at a messy, early-hours after-party. Though many are meeting for the first and only time, each socially lubricated partygoer shares a glimpse into their personal dilemmas and desires. Afters is a one-act, sung-through musical that explores the chaos, camaraderie, and connection that can only be found at an after-party. As the sobering daylight creeps in, watch as these strangers ask what it means to grow up, as they try to hold on to the party before it seemingly slips away. Be the first to enjoy this brand new score, full of humour, heart, and punchy melodies, in this debut staged concert version.

Being a woman! Being over 40! Sex! Kath has found the solution to these problems. Yoga! Based on three yoga self-help books from the 1960s. You don't have to be a woman, you don't have to be over 40 and you don't even have to be sexual. Watch as Kath delves into the Kama Sutra, discovers what 'the four types of women' smell of and almost does some yoga.

What do we do when someone weve admired turns out to be a Bad Boy? Can we still enjoy their art? Isnt it a shame well never know who wrote Father Ted? These are just some of the questions CB4 Theatre are out to answer. Armed with verbatim interviews, digital interaction, and a wheelbarrow full of beer, Bad Boy Disco takes a deep dive into the depths of social media, celebrity and fandom. Follow two friends who hope to discover how to navigate a world where your heroes arent who you thought they were. CB4 Theatre make a triumphant return to Porter's Cardiff after a sell out run of Bad Boy Disco in 2022. A lot can change in 3 years, so join Alice & Frankie as they wade through a whole new era of bad boys - and gals. CB4s DIY approach to theatre making sees them sing, quote, and dance their way through awkward conversations and hastily deleted tweets. Content warnings: mentions of abuse, homophobia and transphobia. they can't get booked anywhere else

This is a Welsh language reading. An English synopsis will be available on the night. As an epic collision of land, song, people and time on a surreal journey into the heart of nationalism,Gwlad! Gwlad! explores the legacy of Waless national anthem through powerful, provocative and, at times, poignant episodic storytelling, brought to life by both historical and fictional characters. Written by award-winning Welsh writer Chris Harris, directed by Harvey Evans, with music composed by Stacey Blythe, this rehearsed reading ofGwlad! Gwlad! captures the original story as it readies itself in development for a Welsh tour in 2026. This project was originally commissioned by Awen Cultural Trust for the National Eisteddfod, Pontypridd 2024, and was supported by Arts Council of Wales and Welsh Government.

Come along to the launch of Scratch Club a brand new scratch night celebrating bold new writing from the heart of Cardiff. Four local writers will share short, sharp plays on the theme the beginning exploring what happens when a fresh start isnt so simple, and when it comes at a cost. Expect secret lives, buried bodies, and unexpected revelations. As well as discovering local talent, youll join the start of something new for Cardiffs creative scene Our very first programme features: AUNTIE by Jo Jones CONFESSIONS OF A RUG CARRIER by Kat Hunter MITTENS by Danica Henderson & Dan Evans SISTERS-IN-WAR by Tommy Cowell

Weve given four writers a theme and two weeks to write about it, along with some actors and a space to see their pieces come to life. All we need now is an audience. Fancy joining us? After a sell out inaugural event at Porter's we're excited to be back with our second event. Scratch Sessions works like this: Day 1 - we get our writers, and give them a theme to write about. Day 7 - we see what theyve written so far, and get the pieces on their feet with a group of actors. Day 12, 13 & 14 - we host rehearsals with the actors, where the writers can make any last-minute adjustments to their pieces. Night 14 - script-in-hand performances of the pieces will be delivered in front of our lovely audience. Each piece will be fifteen minutes long, there will be an interval half way through the evening, and each writer will have the chance to introduce their pieces. This is an experimental night of theatre fun which we hope youll join us for.

17:30 (60mins) White-hot feminism ignited in the ’60s… the 1260s! In 13th-century Milan, a group of heretics shakes up the establishment by declaring their leader, Guglielma of Bohemia, the second coming of the Holy Spirit and by appointing another woman—Maifreda Pirovano—as their Popess. The female-led holy revolution has begun, but with the Inquisition lurking, the situation becomes increasingly more and more incendiary…

Carlyle got a problem, because the girl he always wanted thinks that hes a freak and he never saw it coming. With a stirring of the supernatural he is approached by a figure of immense power, ancient and bizzare. Met by the Devil himself, Carlyle is promised all he desires but when the notion of superiority takes hold, Carlyle faces the whole world turning on him. Will he take responsibility? Or is the world at fault? Mr Bewlay brings forward his debut musical Miracle Drivel . Exploring the themes of toxic masculinity, topics of self-esteem and the influences of otherworldly demagogues. Miracle Drivel blows down notions of boundaries with this 4th wall breaking performance. With audiences and the production drawn into this chaotic and melodramatic piece, Miracle Drivel is the accumulation of Mr Bewlays years of work. Soundtracked by the esoteric and catchy back catalogue of Mr Bewlay and performed live by Mr Bs band. The show incorporates past and present collaborators with striking costumes, expressive makeup and beautiful choreography. Currently a Work in Progress this debut show from Mr Bewlay is just as ambitious and as grand as his previous ventures, will you delve into the world of the avant?