Swan Theatre | Swan Studio
Sat 16 May 2026 - 7pm
£12.00 - £15.00 each plus £3.50 transaction fee
In this explosive physical comedy, two swimmers go head-to head in the race of a lifetime.
Facing off in the competition this year: Mytha, a decorated swimmer from the icy north, and Steve, a plucky underdog from Dead-endton, UK. And don’t discount French favourite Debussy, who may or may not be sitting in the audience right now…
Featuring cinematic storytelling, audience interaction, and original musical underscoring, The Crawl dives into a world of absurd competition. Described as "a masterclass in physical theatre" (Broadway World), The Crawl is a riotous, bubbly show with a heartwarming undercurrent.
Described as "a masterclass in physical theatre" (Broadway World) with "the most affably handled audience participation I've seen this fringe" (The Guardian), The Crawl is a comic, heartwarming show for audiences ages 8+.
Running time : 60 minutes
Age guidance : 8+
Our show contains cartoon violence and audience interaction, but otherwise no audience attentions.
“We are in the presence of masters...“You are in their pockets from the very first stroke” British Theatre Guide, 5 stars
“The dialogue is quick and clever, with direction that keeps everything moving at a buoyant pace” Broadway World, 5 stars,
“A stroke of genius... marvellous physical theatre that really makes a splash” Three Weeks, 4 stars
"a tantalising, good-time show which truly gets the heart racing with joy and hilarity.” Theatre Weekly, 4 stars
“plenty of clever, goofy touches and a wide appeal” The Guardian
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