EXISTENTIAL FISH & DREAD at The Cockpit

Stephen Hawking's dead. Martin's having a breakdown. And Ellie? She's feeding the fish. When Martin hears that the world's greatest scientific mind has died, he's tipped over the edge. Who will figure out where we came from, and why we're here?Lucky for him, chance - or destiny - finds him in an aquarium with Ellie, a PhD student studing astrophysics. As the fish swim in circles, so too do these strangers, running through science, philosophy and religion as they search for the meaning of life, and whether there is such a thing at all.Existential Fish & Dread is a philosophical comedy that tackles the Universes biggest questions, guiding audiences through the journey of two strangers making a human connection as they support each other through existential crises. Taking a piece that champions regional voices to regional audiences, this tour will leave lasting messages about mental health, loneliness, stereotypes & human connection.