Following the story of an awkward introvert, A Brief Case of Crazy is embarking on its debut UK tour in September 2026. After a successful Edinburgh Fringe run in 2024 and a London run in 2025, this physical comedy play explores how people who may feel like outcasts in society can find love and happiness, a true heartwarming tale.
Set in an office space, the audience witness the remarkable, embarrassing daily life of introvert Thomas who gets dragged out of his comfort zone and closer to his shy office crush Daisy by a magical briefcase. Told through elements of puppetry, dance, object manipulation, mime, and distinct characterisation, Skedaddle Theatre draw inspiration from physical comedy’s iconic history. Inspired in part by Mr Bean, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, Skedaddle have created a trio of ludicrous characters in their own distinct style. Through a combination of slick choreography, clowning, imaginative physical comedy, and fumbling characters, this show aims to tell a heart-warming story about the little guy. This production is for those who enjoy the classics of physical comedy, and for families looking for an uplifting and heart-warming story.
Thomas muddles through his 9 to 5 job, occasionally looking up to admire his wide-eyed and equally shy colleague, Daisy. Yet Thomas is not the only one with an eye for Daisy as she has also caught the attention of their boss. Stuck in a love triangle, Thomas’ quest for romance encounters barriers such as his boisterous boss, a rather troublesome briefcase that drags him through extraordinary events, his overwhelming social anxiety, and simply getting across a moving walkway in one piece. Will Thomas be able to overcome his insecurities and confess his feelings to Daisy, or perhaps even realise that it is what’s on the inside that matters most?
Writer, director, producer and performer, Rowan Armitt-Brewster said,
“A Brief Case of Crazy represents those who are “different” and “awkward” in modern society, shining a positive light on their uniqueness, and encourages the audience to work harder to accept these individuals and to celebrate them.”
Rowan Armitt-Brewster is an actor and physical performer who graduated from the BA Acting & Physical Theatre course at East 15. Rowan has performed in both Around the World in 80 Days-ish! and Aladdin at the York Theatre Royal in 2024, as well as Something Underground’s production of Knife on the Table at the Cockpit Theatre, London.
A Brief Case of Crazy is a silent love story with a very loud heart, and is set to tour the UK this September.
“Excellent…A Brief Case of Crazy is an impeccably timed rom-com delight.” - Everything Theatre
“Defintely a company to watch…this is pure theatre” - Broadway World
“Completely electric…like witnessing an evolution of silent film humour into the 21st century, full of sharp timing, goofy charm and unexpected depth” - The Young(ish) Perspective
“Incredible skill in physical theatre and stroytelling…an expertly performed piece of theatre” - The Theatre Reviewer
“Skedaddle Theatre Company pour their hearts and souls into this office romance.” - The Scotsman
Find out more about the tour coming to Chelmsford Theatre here