Kidocracy
is an interactive theatre show for children aged 6-10,
that received Arts Council funding for development to work within
schools. The show is written and performed by Keith Farnan, a
former solicitor who, before practicing in Ireland, worked as an
intern in the Innocence Project, New York and the Georgia
Multicounty Public Defenders Office researching appeals against
the death penalty. Having left law for comedy, he has since
appeared on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Montreal’s Just
for Laughs, Showtime’s Live from Amsterdam as well as Money,
Money, Money, his own stand-up documentary about the collapse of
the Irish economy for RTE. His shows, which have toured the
world, look at inequalities in society and Kidocracy is very much in
keeping with his work in making important issues accessible and
entertaining.
This is a unique and exciting show for children that aspires to show
the importance of participation in a democracy. The structure of
the show includes games which explore the qualities of a good
leader, electing a leader, formulating laws, contributing to a
government, dealing with a budget and seeing off a Tyrant.
Kidocracy involves as many of the children as possible, either in the
proposing of ideas or the games that take place during the show.
Kidocracy is an aspirational show aimed at children everywhere to
encourage their participation and fearlessness when encountering
issues relating to politics and law, which they might otherwise have
been intimidated by, while at the same time having a lot of fun!
“A really entertaining, funny kid’s show with loads of
great audience participation to keep all ages entertained
and laughing. Brehon’s Irish charm engages the children
straight away” - Primary Times
Introducing the Chesham Fringe Festival: a three-day Entertainment Extravaganza
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of arts, culture and entertainment at the inaugural Chesham Fringe Festival, taking place across the late May Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday 25th to Monday 27th May 2024.
Modelled on the world-renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Chesham Fringe Festival promises to bring a vibrant array of local, national and international talent and creativity to this Buckinghamshire town at the end of the Metropolitan Line, providing entertainment for all and an important boost to local businesses.
Chesham Fringe Festival will run across three days, seeing the innovative town of Chesham come alive with the sound of laughter, music and the magic of the performing arts and the opportunity to experience acts preparing to perform in Edinburgh. With a diverse lineup including comedy, music, theatre, cabaret, spoken word, book and poetry readings and more, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
The festival will feature a variety of acts performing across multiple venues strategically scattered within a one-mile radius from the centre of Chesham, creating a vibrant cultural hub spanning from Chesham United Football Club to the renowned Elgiva Theatre.
To make the Chesham Fringe Festival experience even more enjoyable, a dedicated team of volunteers, affectionately known as "Fringe Makers," will be on hand to guide and support visitors throughout the event.
Mark Rann from the Organising Committee quoted “Whilst Chesham Fringe 2024 promises to be a phenomenal launch event, our vision extends beyond next year. We are committed to establishing Chesham Fringe as an annual tradition to enrich our community's cultural tapestry and foster local and national artistic talent, both new and well-established.
Behind the scenes, we are working tirelessly to curate a lineup of amazing acts, bands, and performers to dazzle and captivate audiences. Our goal is to ensure the resounding success of Chesham Fringe and to provide unforgettable entertainment for all”.
The Chesham Fringe Festival 2024 Organising Committee is bursting with excitement and enthusiasm for what promises to be an extraordinary cultural celebration. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to Chesham Fringe Festival 2024, where the arts will flourish, laughter will be contagious, and memories will be made.
