In this new show by multi-award winning comedian Stephen
Catling ponders on a new question?
How does one move from heart break and loss when one is
a demonically depressed slug.
In this new show we meet many new interesting characters
and sketches including flashlight Gordon (it is exactly what
you are imagining), Mr Owls for hands man (again pretty
straightforward) and a slug standup telling the way only a
slug would be able to tell (slowly).
While at face value this show may just appear as a bonkers
and chaotic show, true to his last show on autism this one
explores different aspects of mental health from the point of
view of alternative and autistic comedian Stephen catling.
Themes that will be explored will including inferiority
complexes, depression and the phenome of ghosting (and
heart break).
This show was heavily inspired by the breakup of Catling’s
fiancé in 2022 who dumbed in at his sister’s wedding and
the difficulties of battling depression. In addition in regard to
ghosting this show will confront this topic in an atypical way
but nevertheless explore it in a way that reflects on the painfulness experience.
The show is a comedy but could not be described as straight stand-up, the use of music, audio
cues, costumes, props, clowning and the interaction in the show brings a heavy emotional and
immersive experience which has been designed and developed to be appreciated by those who
have suffered with depression and anxiety whether neurodiverse or otherwise.
Interview for previous show Behavioural Problems: youtu.be/3KvlG3Wgjic?si=VWvM36lDAapKMwQ0
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