Meet Fred at Bristol Old Vic

About

A decade ago, a two-foot-tall puppet took on the world — and he’s still fighting.

This darkly hilarious, critically acclaimed production follows Fred, a cloth puppet just trying to live an ordinary life — get a job, find love, be part of society. But with his Puppetry Living Allowance under threat, Fred’s world spirals out of control. How do you hold on to independence when the system pulls the strings?

With biting wit, razor-sharp political satire, and moments of unexpected tenderness, Meet Fred is an unmissable comedy that has resonated with audiences across the globe. Created by award-winning inclusive theatre company Hijinx, the show features a stellar cast of performers with and without learning disabilities and/or autism, whose lived experiences bring depth and authenticity to Fred’s struggle.

Running time 1 hr 20 mins, no interval.

Ages 14+

Tickets
From £15

Accessibility
Meet Fred has Captioned and BSL performances.

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