Life Would Be Pretty Dull without Sex, Raves+MDMA

Aim: Bringing our bold, wild, and unfiltered show Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA to the Fringe — help make it happen!

Two writers, one performer and friends coming to Edinburgh to play! 

“`Life Would be Pretty Dull without Sex, Raves & MDMA captures the moment when Grief Meets the Dancefloor. An existential, dark comedy that will have ravers and theatre-goers alike begging for more.

Relive the power of 90s raves with Bex, a fortysomething woman, as she tackles the constant dance between letting go and holding on. Featuring iconic tracks by dance legends Orbital, this play takes the audience on a hilarious deep-dive into Bex’s world, inviting them to engage with the messiness of how we deal with grief, loss and navigating life.

An Edinburgh Fringe debut, developed in Wales, Life Would Be Pretty Dull Without Sex, Raves and MDMA is an exploration of the complexities of grief, the contradictions of survival, and the joy that can come from embracing both. Drawing on personal experience, the show lays bare Bex’s relationship with her deceased brother, their conversation - sometimes playful, often raw - serving as a thread that weaves through Bex’s journey of self-discovery, loss and emotional rebirth. Be prepared to be moved by the beat, embrace pumping bodies and welcome that baseline in with this highly personal yet universal play.

Rebecca’s experience as the Founder and Producer at Let's Create Drama has seen her work closely with economically challenged communities, including survivors of domestic violence – leading workshops, and devising theatre performances, she has honed her ability to create meaningful, community-driven projects. Similarly, with Wonder Women Events, she has supported and celebrated female-identifying artists, producing sold-out performances that amplify marginalised voices. This experience has equipped her with the skills to create original theatre that resonates with diverse audiences. 

Sarah's an Arts Project Manager currently working for Women in Film and TV, centring the importance of crafting intersectional narratives that reflect lived experiences. As an Impact Producer, for Reclaim the Frame opportunity to further amplify women's voices and shape impactful, inclusive stories. My creative work has included delivering a TEDx talk and being selected by Literacy Wales to attend a writing residency in North Wales.

Meet the AMAZING TEAM who are supporting us;

PRODUCER

Jafar Iqbal is a Wales-based producer working in the subsided and

commercial sectors, focusing on amplifying the voices and creativity of

artists from historically excluded communities. He has worked with and

alongside companies such as The Other Room, Sherman Theatre and on

the UK-wide UNBOXED Festival. He is also close to launching JHOOM, thefirst theatre company dedicated to making work for, by and with the

South Asian communities in Wales, connecting them to the rest of the UK

and beyond. This project continues Jafar’s commitment to working with

emerging artists, and he's excited about its development.

DIRECTOR

Krystal S. Lowe is a director, choreographer, and multidisciplinary artist

creating inclusive work across dance, theatre, and film. Her recent

projects include Daughters of the Sea (Ballet Cymru co-production,

2025–26), Remarkable Rhythm (2023–24), and the short film Seven

(Ffilm Cymru & BFI Network, 2024). A former Ballet Cymru dancer,

Krystal has directed and choreographed for leading organisations

including Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru, National Theatre Wales, and Wales

Millennium Centre. She is committed to embedding access and

multilingual storytelling, with a particular focus on D/deaf-inclusive

practice and integrated movement.

Funding method

Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 16th August 2025 at 11:59pm