After what was (hopefully) a riotous start to the day, we’re next off to see a play that seems to combine humour and heartache, 203 Theatre’s production of Brothers, at Underbelly Med Quad (Clover), at 12:10 on Sunday 20th. This is how the blurb describes it: “The winners of the Derek Award’s Best Overall Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2015 return with another fast-paced and thought-provoking production. With aspects of their five-star signature blend of music and physical-theatre, 203 tackle another poignant and topical subject – understanding and coping with mental health issues. Told through the lives of five university housemates, the show starts as a rip-roaring comedy before the students’ insecurities, anxieties and depression become all too apparent, leading to a preventable tragedy.”

As I have a number of friends with mental health issues, this subject interests me greatly. It sounds like it will be a fascinating but maybe also painful watch – but that’s what the Fringe is all about, relishing a theatrical challenge! Check back around 1:30pm to see what we thought. By then the next preview blog should be available to read too.

Strong, powerful play with some superb performances and something of a surprise ending. It packs an emotional punch with its portrayal of Mental Health issues and tells a story that needs to be told. I really liked the way the guys did so much physical activity in such a confined space – great control.

And to cap it all, at the end they were presented with the award for best drama on the fringe! Well deserved!