What brings a nice show like yours to a place like the Edinburgh Fringe?
As a Scottish creative who’s lived in Edinburgh for 5 years, there’s nowhere else I would rather premier my play. I’ve grown up going to the Fringe and it’s always been this wee gal’s dream to put something on there – and now it’s finally happening! I think the show will appeal to tourists and locals alike – we’ve got loads of chaos, Scottish banter and a sprinkling of Gaelic – what’s not to love?
What misconceptions do you think people have about you/your show – would you like to clear them up?
I’m guessing people think PALS is a chick-flick. These gals are not cute and fluffy in any way, they’re extremely flawed and crude but entirely human. They’re all just trying to navigate their lives and avoid being average. There’s also no romance or jealousy at all! We explore the boundaries of female friendship and raise awareness of some bigger issues but not in a preachy way, we’re just saying “this is what young women sometimes deal with”.
If you/your show were a school subject what would you/it be and why?
It’s not a subject as such, but PALS is definitely the play version of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. These 4 girls are taken out of their comfort zones and plonked on an outdoor expedition where they’re exposed emotionally and physically to the elements and each other. It’s an unforgettable experience, in all the best and worst ways, and everyone comes back a little changed, probably vowing to never do it again.
About the show
Date(s): Jul 31 Aug 1-12, 14-19, 21-26
Time(s): 17:00 (1 hour)
Location: Gilded Balloon Patter House – Dram
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