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Underdogs
Presented by The Foundry Group
When they’re in a hole, some people start digging. 1998. In an overlooked pub in a left-behind town, an unlikely hero and his would-be agent plot to put themselves on the map via an insane World Record attempt – the longest time buried alive. That’s five months in an oversized coffin, under a tiny beer garden in the Midlands. A true and often hilarious tale of courage, endurance, hope, despair, love, lies and media manipulation by Argus Angel-winners Brian Mitchell and Joseph Nixon. '… on the surface about a bizarre record attempt, underneath an indictment of society's attitude to the little people.' Joseph Nixon, who co-wrote 'Underdogs', also co-wrote 'The Shark is Broken' together with Ian Shaw which was a hit in the West End in 2021/22 and is due to transfer to Broadway in July 2023.
'The Foundry Group’s new play crackles with sharp one-liners… subtly layered with universal themes of love and loss. Highly recommended.' FringeReview 'Enchanting comedy… the writers captured perfectly the absurdism of the piece… clever and endearing.' Gscene
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Performer's website
www.foundrygroup.co.uk
Running time
80 mins +15 min interval
Audience Type
Adults/Older Children
Age Range
12+
