EDINBURGH 2017: BWW Q&A - Trashed

Tell us a bit about Trashed.

Trashed is a grimy one-man show about alcoholic bin man, Keith 'Goody' Goodman. It's a highly physical powerhouse of a play that will make you laugh until you cry. Also, there's LOTS of drinking!

What was the inspiration behind the play?

The character was originally inspired by a real-life bin man and wondering what his life was like away from his work. As the character developed, the plot took on a life of its own and began to cover many topics organically. Ultimately, the main driving force behind writing the piece was a desire to put a non-traditional character centre stage and to get audiences to engage and invest in him.

This is your Edinburgh Fringe debut- do you think you know what to expect?

Probably not. We're trying to physically and mentally prepare as much as we can, but I hear it's an emotional rollercoaster ride. We can't wait!

Who would you recommend comes to see Trashed?

People who plan on seeing multiple shows on a given day. It can be hard to watch lots of theatre back to back, but this show is built to be a solid addition to a dedicated audience member's schedule. It's funny, touching and has real dramatic value. We hope to see a broad range of people there; it's accessible without losing its edge.

Are there any other shows you're hoping to see at the festival?

We're going to see as many plays as physically possible! Comedy-wise we like Phil Wang and Laughing Stock, so we're looking forward to seeing their new stuff.

Timings and ticket information for Trashed are available on the edfringe website.

Photo Credit: Holly Wren

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