We are raising money to take 'Ollipops' and 'Casino?' to the Fringe festival 2025.
‘Ollipops’ by Eilidh Macdonald, is a dark comedy about Stockholm syndrome and class difference. Posh, nepo-baby turned socialite, Bambi is kidnapped by closed off, working lad Oliver and falls in love with him despite his best efforts. Bambi and Oliver are polar opposites, but they are both stuck in their situation through no fault of their own, and need a way out - one more so than the other. He shows her how to enjoy the little things in life and despite her circumstances she remains optimistic (entirely delusional) throughout. The two bond over having no shared interests and only being able to talk to each other, they are essentially locked in a room and have no other option than to fall in love. Heart-warming, funny and genuine.
‘Casino?’ Is a dark comedy set in Glasgow that follows the lives of four restaurant workers down on their luck struggling with low wages and high hopes. From drunken nights at the casino to hungover shifts, the staff pine for the days the graft will have been worth it. The play offers a comment on capitalism and how when you do reach the top, the system can’t change so people do. Is materialism worth the sacrifice of who you are? Will a drunken night change their lives forever? Does the saying money changes people rain true?
Your donations will support our productions at the Fringe Festival, and more importantly, to lay the groundwork for future projects that give actors, writers, and creatives real opportunities to grow.
The Fringe is an incredible platform for bold, independent theatre—but it’s also a financial risk for smaller companies. By crowdfunding, we’re asking our communities to help us bring new stories to the stage without compromising our values or creativity.
Your support will help us:
- Stage our upcoming Fringe show with the production quality it deserves.
- Provide paid work and exposure for emerging actors, writers, and theatre-makers.
- Develop future projects beyond the festival, with the long-term goal of becoming a launchpad for new talent in the industry.
This isn’t just about one show—it’s about building a sustainable creative space where our theatre can thrive and where new voices can be heard.
Thank you so much for your help! Any donations will make a huge difference and be greatly appreciated.
Much love, Beth and Ben