(A Play in a) DARK ROOM by Dr. Pants

8pm Wednesday - One Night Only

"F*ck you. Try all you want. We’re not going anywhere."

In this visceral, sensory-driven, psychological thriller, Davis the Janitor cleans up all sorts of bodily fluids at his night job in a dark room, the place men (come) for public sex. Piss, cum, shit, vomit, poppers -- no stain can stand up to or gross out Davis, the self-proclaimed "pig of pigs"... until a lingering violent threat forces Davis to confront the only stain he cannot clean.

(a play in a) DARK ROOM is an intense, disturbing, often funny, and unapologetically messy exploration of queerness. DARK ROOM blends autotheory, multimedia visuals, dynamic movement, and an original electronic score to challenge respectability politics, confront trauma, and find hope.

Written and performed by critically-acclaimed queer activist Dr.Pants, winner of over ten fringe theatre awards. Dr.Pants work has raised over £1000+ (so far) for LGBTQ+ charities worldwide.

Suggested Age: 18+

**Please be advised that, like all dark rooms, this play is strictly adults only. (a play in a) Dark Room contains extreme and grotesque violent, frightening, and sexually-explicit content that will disturb, gross, and upset most viewers. A full list of the extensive content warnings are available upon request by direct messaging @pantsoffproductions. They will also be posted at the theatre and announced before 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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