In our ongoing Edinburgh Fringe interview series, we are speaking to artists and creatives who are bringing their shows to the Scottish capital this summer.
In this interview, writer Stephanie Greenwood discusses their show How To Fund A Honeymoon.
What can you tell me in your words about your show?
This play is a darkly comic romp through the bizarre world encountered by Gwen and Charlie when they make a few questionable decisions trying to fund their honeymoon. This show allows women to be seen in all light, positive and negative, and throws responsibility out the window!
Where did the inspiration for this piece come from?
This show started as a writing exercise in a playwriting workshop I was taking from a wonderful playwright Steph Del Rosso. Our task was to pick three locations and write three scenes in each of these three locations and see what story grew from there. I chose a doorstep, a basement, and a police station. And those locations have remained more or less unchanged. I think the honeymoon idea was just because I was actually about to book my own honeymoon and everything snowballed from there.
How have you approached developing the show?
A lot of the development of the show is actually ahead of us. I am currently involved in a play in Washington DC but as soon as I am done with that I will be meeting with our wonderful director Colette to go through some initial dramaturgy work. However, I think when a work is so physical and relies on the brilliance that the other actors will bring to this piece so much of the work will get done in the rehearsal room. I love hearing what actors contribute to a piece and how they inhabit the characters and really let that influence the direction of the story. I know our team is such a collaborative group and I am excited to get into the room with everyone and see how the story evolves.
How would you describe the style of the show?
Dark comedy and slightly absurd.
Can you describe the show in 3 words?
Rambunctious, surprising, freeing
How do you mentally and physically prepare for a run like the Fringe?
This is a great question. The Fringe is such a unique experience and I would wish every creative the opportunity to be a part of its brilliance. It is so phenomenal to be surrounded by art and storytelling so completely. However, it is definitely draining (especially if you are an introvert like me!). I would say I pace myself. I find prioritising sleep so important. I am so excited to go and support so many of my fellow performers but I have found it key to take it easy the first couple of days as you get into a rhythm of performing every day.
Away from your show, what are you most looking forward to about being in Edinburgh?
I used to live in Glasgow and I haven't been back in two years so I am so excited to go back and walk around my old neighbourhood. In Edinburgh, I am excited about scones, clotted cream, and going up Arthur's Seat.
What is one hidden gem in Edinburgh that everyone should visit?
Panda & Sons for a secret cocktail surprise.
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| Stephanie Greenwood |
"I was a Teenage She Devil" for sure!
But other shows I am excited about: I really like Company of Wolves and I know they are bringing "The Bacchae"
I also want to see Daniel Sloss' work in progress.
What was the first piece of theatre you saw which had a big impact on you?
I grew up in love with the Ballet and I remember seeing a production of Gisele when I was about six. I thought everyone on stage was pure magic.
What do you hope an audience member takes away from seeing the show?
I hope they are entertained and transported for an hour. This show is meant to make you laugh and take you into a little absurd world.
Where and when can people see your show?
We will be at Studio at theSpaceTriplex at 11:05am every day from the 1st to the 16th of August!
Tickets are available from https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/how-not-to-fund-a-honeymoon
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