Title: Everyone Should Have A Gun

 

Duration: 50 Minutes

 

Synopsis:

 

They know each other better than they know themselves, but familiarity breeds contempt when you share the same air. Haunted by visions and metaphors of a previous encounter, two entities piece together their collective memories and discover the terrifying truth behind their captivity. With only each other to rely on, they must put their hatred aside and begin a brand new life…

 

Cast: 2

 

Selected Press:

 

‘It's virtually impossible to write about this play without undermining the concepts behind it and the simple but elusive messages on display. A hauntingly beautiful spectacle, both moving and touching.’ British Theatre Guide

 

‘Revealing itself like a metaphysical Sixth Sense, the audience can start to piece the disparate physicality and argumentative dialogue together to find a consistent source of the metaphors. Yet, like all well-written allegories, it will doubtless result in different interpretations, making this a play well-suited to being discussed afterward.’ UK Theatre Network

 

‘Stokes’ play is ostensibly about our violent and anonymous modern age. It is also a touching reminder of the necessity of friendship. This is just the thing you come to the Fringe to see: a strong new script, a dedicated young company, a powerful performance.’ Three Weeks

 

‘A tense drama, mysterious and gripping with strong dramatic performances. The final scene is moving, and the explanation of their origins may become apparent right at the last moment of the play.’ One 4 Review