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Primarily, we want to create an interest in theatre
among younger people, especially those who would otherwise
just go to the cinema. The project is dedicated to
providing an alternative, to encouraging people of
all ages and backgrounds - with an interest in creative
arts - to get involved.
When I lived in London, as a drama student, I was
fascinated with the vibe that surrounded fringe theatre.
I found it exciting; I loved the fact that it was raw
and was able to get away with more than anything in
the West End (perhaps with the exception, historically,
of the Royal Court).
The best thing, as a student, was that the venue was
invariably the upstairs of a pub, so the idea of going
to the pub for a few drinks, then catching a play upstairs,
or outback, was very appealing, in fact I wish I'd
done it more often. It didn't matter if the play I
saw was good or bad, I hadn't paid much for the ticket,
but it did provide a topic for conversation in the
bar afterwards, regardless.
I then lived in New York for a couple of years and
again I was inspired by the off-off Broadway scene
(NYC's fringe). In particular a theatre company called The
Wooster Group.
Experiencing all that really planted a seed in me.
Now, based in Blackpool, my aim with the Fringe Project is to discover, and
encourage, local talent; actors, writers, artists, musicians, anyone who
can contribute positively to the project and help take Blackpool's arts scene
to another level.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon, 
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