A Fringe Quickie (#537) with ‘The Ostrich Principle’

Questions answered by David Hughes.

Q1: Aside from this Quickie, what is the most desperate marketing tactic you plan on using to get bums in seats this August? 280 chars

We pledge to solve the cost of living crisis, climate crisis, housing crisis, stop all world wars, end world hunger and poverty and topple the patriarchy if people come to our show. We absolutely promise. You can totally trust us.

Q2: If your show walked into a cocktail bar, what would it order?

Whisky, neat and peaty. Cocktails are all frills and distraction, razzle dazzle and pizzazz. We’re here for the strong stuff.

Q3: All shows will have their tough days. What sophisticated self-care strategies will you employ to survive?

Civil rights activist Audre Lord advocates for self care to be an act of political warfare. It’s less face masks and pedicures and more creation of community in the face of systemic oppression. Let’s start start a community garden by composting the rich – you in?

Q4: If all the shows running right now were at a massive Fringe house party, what is your show doing?

Brooding quietly in the corner of the living room, being all mysterious and unassuming. Around 11 it decides it’s time for mischief. Maybe it cracks out some whisky and fat cigars and starts a rumour mill.

About the show

The Ostrich Principle

Date(s): Week 2 (Fri 14th to Thur 20th Aug) • Final week(s) (Fri 21st to Mon 31st Aug)

Time(s): Evening (Between 6pm and 10pm)

Ticket type: Paid

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