Contemporary, Dark comedy, Drama, Storytelling, New writing - Edinburgh Fringe

Brick

Left for Dead Theatre in association with BoonDog Theatre

James is stuck. Literally. Adrenalised and alone with an unconscious cellmate in a police holding cell after throwing a brick during a queer rights protest, he unpacks the experiences that brought him here: a lifelong battle with identity, over-achievement masking loneliness, and a family tragedy that left deep fractures. Pulled into protest culture through a crush on an artist‑activist, personal grief and political fury collide. With dark humour and confession, this powerful new play – winner of the 2026 BoonDog Theatre Edinburgh Mentorship Scheme – examines how systemic neglect pushes vulnerable people toward dangerous obsessions and extreme acts.

James | Noah Xavier
The Man | Cai Gruffudd

Written by | Noah Xavier
Directed by | Ren Flashner and Maria Ramjee

Thanks | Boondog Theatre, The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Eli Randle at Unity Theatre, Nottingham College, Josie Ince

• Theatre
• £9.00 - £13.00
• 5-30 August 2026
• 60 minutes
• C ARTS | C venues | C aurora
• studio
• 14+ (guidance)
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  Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes