Fight the Fat

A short play about a passionate pair of losers who battle to prove that theatre DOES have the power to change the world.

The Story

Ben is an aspiring actor with no professional experience, so when an 'actor wanted' notice appears on his local lampost he leaps at the chance. He is cast in Fight The Fat, a theatre-in-education show that tours local schools showing kids how to gain and maintain a healthy BMI. As he’s taught the ropes by veteran actress Laurel, Ben becomes pas…