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A raw, intimate psychological drama set in a Leith bar, where two lost souls collide in a world built on mistrust. Connor, a merchant seaman, spiralling after a violent incident at sea, returns home intent on self-destruction. Alex, a sharp-tongued barmaid, carrying grief and a destructive history, meets him with wit and wariness until a buried connection resurfaces. Darkly funny, unflinching and thought-provoking new work from an exciting Edinburgh theatre company explores masculinity, race, mental health and the fragile possibility of redemption, asking whether love can survive when both…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Ships is by Written by Mark Forrest / Chapter Three Productions Limited, listed under Theatre in the Fringe programme. It plays at Leith Arches, 6 Manderston Street, EH6 8LY, 11 August to 15 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £15. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Scenes of a sexual nature, Nudity and Strong language.