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This is a zany, humorous, life exploration of infamous American criminal, Manson. British doppelganger, Charlie, who has a frightening affinity with his US namesake, takes you on a crazy Helter-Skelter ride into hippydom. Come, join the cult!
Song List
Mr. Braintease
Catch 22
999
Dr Jekyll is Hiding
We love you Charlie
Cast
Creative Team
Kathryn S Kraus
Meet the Company
Kevin Short
Fringe veteran KEVIN SHORT is an award-winning multi-talented performer, filmmaker, songwriter, poet, and raconteur. His live shows have been a success at the Edinburgh, Brighton, and Arundel Festivals over many years, and his films and music videos have continued success. From critically acclaimed performances at the Royal National Theatre (Guys and Dolls, The Beggar's Opera, Trelawny of the Wells) and the West End (Tommy, Mary Poppins, Lysistrata) to his TV roles in series such as 'The Paradise Club', 'Parallel 9', 'Comics', alongside his music career, signed to EMI, DJM, BBC records, Kevin has also forged an independent career, writing/producing/directing for stage and film, winning Best Music Documentary at the New York Film & Video Festival, and Best New Play at the Edinburgh Festival. Last year, his Krapp in Beckett's 'Krapp's Last Tape' won 5-Star reviews, and this year he brings his self-penned 'An Audience with Charles Manson'.
Kathryn S Kraus
Kathryn is an award winning videographer and editor with over 27 years’ experience in the American broadcast television and film industry. Her work has been seen on the ABC, NBC, CNN, TWC and PBS networks and has garnered her several Associated Press awards, an Aegis award, and an Emmy nomination. In recent years, Kathryn teamed up with Kevin Short, forming K4K Films, and her work as Director of Photography and Editor has received critical acclaim both home and abroad.
Photos

Charlie in repose

Charlie talking to you.

Charlie with an idea in his head

Charlie not knowing the answer
Multimedia
Please keep in mind that the twin-like connection between the two Charlies is a frightening reality, which must not be repeated, or replicated, except in the safe environment of the Fringe. This is a World Premiere featuring award-winning Kevin Short. Last year, Kevin won 5-Star reviews for his portrayal in Beckett's ‘Krapp's Last Tape', and in previous years has won Best New Play, Spirit of the Fringe Awards, and Total Theatre Nominations. This year, he hopes you will join the cult!



















