Takin Chances is a warm and witty Scottish comedy about friendship, reinvention and the little lies we tell to feel seen.
When two retired Glasgow pals find themselves caught up in an impromptu art exhibition involving fake paintings, a mysterious waitress and an unexpected trip to Spain, chaos, confusion and a few surprises follow.
Packed with sharp banter, colourful characters and a big heart, Takin Chances is a feel-good tale of second chances, unlikely adventures and discovering that its never too late to shake things up.
Performance starts 7.30pm with an interval at 8.15pm and the show finishes by 9.30pm. The Fort Theatre has a bar from 6.30pm.
Written and Directed by Brian Mooney
Produced by Alan Hendry
Featuring performances by Brian Mooney, Pauline Campbell, Barry Orr and Alan Hendry
By order of appearance...
Colin Cameron - Owner of Colins Caf. Warm, theatrical and quick-witted, Colin brings flair to everything from coffee to conversation.
Joe Miller - A retired detective with a sharp tongue and an eye for mischief. Street-smart and occasionally inappropriate, he is still adjusting to life without a badge.
Andy Boyd - A thoughtful, quietly grieving widower and former accountant. Kind-hearted but cautious, Andy is searching for meaning and maybe a bit of magic in his later years.
Louise Baker - Caf waitress and aspiring artist with bigger dreams than her apron suggests. Clever, quietly determined and not as nave as some might think.
Manolo - Charismatic owner of a bar near Valencia. Bears an uncanny resemblance to Colin, though his moustache insists otherwise. Brimming with confidence and charm.
Carmen - A passionate flamenco dancer who looks suspiciously like Louise, but with a flair for disguise and a beauty spot that may or may not be stuck on.
The Fort Theatre is a relaxed and welcoming venue. If you have any access needs or questions, please get in touch - we want everyone to enjoy the show.