Pup Play by Dr. Pants

8pm Tuesday & Thursday (Please note Dr. Pant's new play Dark Room will be on Wednesday 4th November)

In this multi-award-winning comedy (of sorts), Professor Handler David has been invited by the Alma Theatre to give a lecture on the issues that matter: the kink of pup play (and how to turn your bitchboys into good boys). What begins as a traditional lecture quickly transcends definition through stand-up comedy, homonormative puppets, punk music, gay sex, and multimedia visuals to become an emotionally provocative and boldly introspective reflection on queer identity. "Filled with Puppy Power" (Watermark News), Pup Play "has a heart the size of Clifford the Big Red Dog.” (Broadway World)

Critically-acclaimed queer activist and artist Dr.Pants writes and stars. Pup Play has won six awards and a further four nominations. The show has raised over £1000+ (so far) for LGBTQ+ charities. The profits from these performances will be donated to an LGBTQ+ charity.

Suggested Age: 18+ 
**PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT PUP PLAY CONTAINS PROVOCATIVE, VIOLENT, AND SEXUALLY-EXPLICIT CONTENT THAT WILL DISTURB AND UPSET MOST VIEWERS. To ensure accessibility for all, a full list of the extensive content warnings and the full script are available upon request by direct messaging @pantsoffproductions. They will also be posted at the theatre and announced during the show. Audiences can leave at any time, however there is no re-admission or refunds.**

★★★★★/Top 25 of 2025 “Pup Play is one of the shows fringe theatre was made for.” -LouReviews

“Brutal queer rage has never been more necessary... A show not to be missed – but buckle the fuck up.” - Can't Stand Sitting

“Filled with ‘puppy power’, Handler David delivers a powerful performance. Not to mention the sheer bravery required to don those puppy masks and leather attire in the sweltering Florida heat.” - Watermark News

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Approx running time 70 minutes (no interval)

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