EDINBURGH 2016: BWW Q&A - Bubble Schmeisis
BWW speaks to Nick Cassenbaum about his 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show Bubble Schmeisis.
What can you tell us about Bubble Schmeisis?
Bubble Schmeisis, is a storytelling show about the first time I went to the public baths with my granddad, papa Alan and got schmeissed (washed).
It features live music, audience interaction and live schmeising to help tell the true stories.
The stories are about searching for a tangible Jewish identify in London and finding it amongst steam and naked men.
The first time I went to the baths with my Papa and his mates I thought 'There is a show in this, I have to make something about this'. The atmosphere there, the language, the characters. It's a story I had to tell!
When I was there I realised I thought about all the stories that led to that point. That point of laying naked and having my blind, foul-mouthed granddad washing me. When the brush went over my bare bum, the show all came together.. The rest is history. Why bring it to Edinburgh?I used to come to Edinburgh as a street performer, I miss it! This show has had a good life in London. I now want to take the stories out of the town where they were created and share them with a whole a whole new audience.
Who would you recommend Bubble Schmeisis to?The show does have a pretty Jewish feel to it. But I would recommend it to anyone who loves a good story.
Are there any other shows you're hoping to see at the festival?I'm really excited to see Josie Long. I think she is a fantastic storyteller. Sh!t Theatre's new show looks good. I am also hoping to be down at Forest Fringe a lot - they'll have a great programme I'm sure.
Timings and ticket information for Bubble Schmeisis are available on the edfringe website.
From This Author - Natalie O'Donoghue
Review: MOONSET, Tron TheatreFebruary 8, 2023
Fifteen-year-old Roxy is burning. Lost somewhere between the bonfire of girlhood and the sharp edge of womanhood, she gathers her friends and begins meddling in witchcraft to search for answers.
Review: 10 YEARS OF LOST MAP, Oran Mor, GlasgowFebruary 6, 2023
Celebrate 10 years of record label Lost Map, with an all-day showcase across both venues at Òran Mór, as part of Celtic Connections.
Spectacular 30th Edition of Celtic Connections Draws to a CloseFebruary 6, 2023
Europe's premier folk, roots and world music festival Celtic Connections drew to a close last night after 18 days of spectacular concerts, unique and powerful collaborations and captivating screenings.
Review: THE LAVENDER HILL MOB, Theatre Royal, GlasgowJanuary 31, 2023
This side-splittingly funny, fast-paced comedy tells the story of Henry Holland, an unassuming bank clerk who dreams of stealing the van full of gold bullion he drives across London each day. When Henry learns that his new lodger makes Eiffel Tower paperweights out of lead, he devises a plan to make his dream a reality. It’s a golden opportunity to pull off the crime of the century, they’d have to be fools to mess it up …
Get Off Live Comedy Fundraiser Comes To The Stand In GlasgowJanuary 26, 2023
Get Off Live Comedy is an industry born and funded independent HR that aims to eradicate sexual harassment in the industry we love. This fundraising gala is part of a number of incredible benefits that have taken place this year to support the initiative.
