Cold, Dark Matters

By Jack Brownridge-Kelly

There’s a shed in that field. It’s long forgotten. Unloved some would say. According to one curious stranger, it will soon be blown up.

A satirical dark comedy about rural communities, isolation, and faddism, Cold, Dark Matters delves into the murky underwaters of a community in Cornwall and its new resident whose desire for a rural retreat may not be all that it seems…

“Beautifully written, structured, and performed... Loved it!” - Mark Jenkin (BAFTA Winning Film Director of BAIT and ENYS MEN)

Audience Feedback:

“I absolutely loved this, what a great night! Really engrossing and engaging story and performance. Perfect format.”

“I loved that I’ve been mulling over the ending all week.  I was totally invested in the story from start to the end.”

“Quick witted humour drenched in satire.”

“One of the best things I’ve seen in a while. Brilliant writing performed with skill and consideration for the audience, loved it.”

Age guidance: 16+

About the artist: 

Jack is alumni of The Royal Court's prestigious Playwrighting Programme. He trained as an actor at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has since performed in numerous theatres across the Southwest (Tobacco Factory, Salisbury Playhouse, Theatre Royal Plymouth). In Cornwall he has recently performed with o-region (NADELIK) and The Minack (Superstition Mountain, Further Than The Furthest Thing). Jack will also be appearing in comedian Joe Lycett's upcoming short film 'MARK'.

Friday 2nd January 8:00pm

Tickets: £10

A £1 Poly Fund payment is added to each ticket sold.

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