Competent Productions, an unpretentious events company dedicated to curating a diverse range of entertainments, including theatre, stand-up comedy, spoken word, and quiz nights. They believe in the power of genuine personal engagement, prioritizing authentic connections and real experiences with real people are back with a cracker!

On Sunday, December 10th at 7:30pm, join The Competent team at Studio Three, Arts Bar Hope Street, for a white Christmas. The legendary Bing Crosby himself (yes, Bing Crosby!) will be your host for the evening, introducing three darkly comic tales by talented writers. With tickets priced at £8.00 for standard admission and £6.50 for students, this show offers a affordable to experience a cracking! live entertainment in a cozy setting at Studio Three, Arts Bar Hope Street. Competent Christmas Crackers" marks the debut Christmas anthology show from Competent Productions this unique fringe theatre guarantees to make your day both merry AND bright! Directed by  Daniel Henry, who also takes on the role of Bing, the cast includes Jess Armstrong, Becky Webb, Elissa Cooper, and Daniel McCreanor. Please note that this show contains adult themes.

In 'Joy!' by Hannah Roze Lewis, a lonely cleaner finds solace in a Christmas spent with only her trusty mops for company. 'The Night Before' by Daniel McCreanor brings you to Christmas Eve, 2049, where two apocalypse survivors have their faith tested. Lastly, in Daniel Henry's 'Santa Paws', a garden centre employee seizes an unexpected opportunity to step into Santa's shoes.

We at The Wire can't wait to see this show. We have a great relationship with the team who hosts our mixer event and we class them as part of our team, and their ethos stands perfect with ours, prioritizing connections and real experiences.

"Competent Christmas Crackers will bring together three unique writers for three very different festive plays, tied together with Yuletide silliness and songs. It's a live anthology show, a bit like a Twilight Zone Christmas Special, hosted by Bing Crosby. If that doesn't sell it to you, I don't know what will." - Daniel Henry

Be sure to book your ticket, as this is one night only. Competent Christmas Crackers, is going to be a cracking night!

Written by, Sam Mathews