A Brief Case of Crazy

★★★★★ “Definitely a company to watch… This is pure theatre” - BroadwayWorld UK 

★★★★★ “Completely electric… Like witnessing an evolution of silent film humour into the 21st century, full of sharp timing, goofy charm, and unexpected depth” - A Young(ish) Perspective

★★★★★ “Incredible skill in physical theatre and storytelling… An expertly performed piece of theatre” - The Theatre Reviewer

★★★★ “Excellent… A Brief Case of Crazy is an impeccably timed rom-com delight - Everything Theatre

A Brief Case of Crazy, labelled a “hidden gem” by the FringeReview, tells the story of a remarkable and unconventional introvert, Thomas, who has a conventional office job. His days are punctuated by his fleeting encounters with equally shy, wide-eyed colleague, Daisy. Thomas’ quest for love must contend with a boisterous boss named Simon, his own excruciating insecurities, and a rather bothersome briefcase that drags him through an extraordinary series of events. Skedaddle tells this hilarious, heart-warming and deeply moving romantic physical comedy through the use of slick choreography, mime, clowning, puppetry and object manipulation. Will Thomas’ search for love come to a dead-end, or will he discover it’s what’s inside that counts?

Skedaddle Theatre, comprising three East 15 Acting School graduates, Rowan Armitt-Brewster, Lennie Longworth and Samuel Cunningham, performed A Brief Case of Crazy at Edinburgh Fringe 2024. Inspired by Mr Bean, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, this original piece of writing made its debut with a near sell-out run in Edinburgh. The production was also selected for the Comedy Showcase at the Edinburgh TV Festival, where Rowan Armitt-Brewster performed a segment of the show to a TV industry audience.

“This compelling show is about the here and now and from the heart, it’s really what fringe theatre is about! This company is certainly one to watch. There is a fresh and quirky vibe throughout every part of the show, it’s wonderful, different and very well crafted, directed and performed. The messages that come through the story about overcoming our fears are so valuable and brought out in a sweet and charming story that is very entertaining, relatable and uplifting for everyone.” FringeReview