The Jolly Fisherman
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    The Jolly Fisherman

    From the multi-award winning producers of London smash-hit Brixton Calling, comes a stunning new story. The story of Alan, Amir and England.

    Inspired by true events in London’s East End, two boyhood best friends must hold tightly to their friendship as their worlds pull them further apart. This is a play about who we are now and the places we call home. Starring Alex Hill (global Fringe-phenomenon Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England) and Jonny Khan (Olivier-nominated The Shitheads).

    Every year, one show rises from the chaos of the Fringe and demands to be seen. Wild Card holds a place in the Fringe Fix programme for a show – as yet undiscovered – to be selected in real time from the heart of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

    Edinburgh audiences and critics have loved The Jolly Fisherman. We are delighted to welcome this production as our Wild Card choice for this year.

    This show is part of Fringe Fix – a cracking handpicked selection of shows we think you’ll love from this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe. 

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    Booking Info
    • 26th Sep

    • 70 minutes

    • The Theatre
    • Prices from £16.50 (includes booking fee)

    • 14+

    Reviews

    • ‘A sensitive and subtle drama about friendship and community’

      - The Guardian

    • ‘Deft, propulsive, detailed and funny”

      - The Stage

    • ‘You’ll be captivated by this timely tale that is as tender as it is hilarious’

      - The List

    Event and Ticket Information

    • Access Info

      If a customer requires the assistance of a personal assistant or a carer to attend, the companion is eligible for a complimentary personal assistant ticket. Free companion tickets can be booked in person, by email or over the phone.

       

    • Groups Info

      10 tickets maximum per transaction on the website, please contact box office if you wish to purchase more than 10 tickets.

       

    • Age Recommendation

      14+

    • Additional Info

      Written by John Dinneen. Directed by Layla Madanat. Performed by Alex Hill and Jonny Khan. Sound by Anya Pearson. Light by Carey Chomsoonthorn. Set and costume by Maariyah Sharjil. PR by Fourth Wall PR. Produced by Alex Urwin and John Dinneen for Kick It Anywhere

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