Chippy

A brawling Cornish comedy served from the local chippy!

In the heart of a Cornish fishing town, Chipahoy is the last local shop left standing. Until now. Will the arrival of new owner Frank, a charismatic cabbie from London, fan flames of bubbling anger or ignite new passions? And what are those ripples out at sea? Will Charlie take over the boat from his legendary father Felix Hicks? Will trawlerman Hunter Chapman turn local unease to his advantage? And will young Shirley swap frying fish for tying knots? A riotous, daring new comedy about what it means to live in Cornwall now, by Henry Darke.

Created thanks to kind support from The Arts Council Engalnd, Feast Cornwall, Unusual and Carn to Cove.

Chippy Poster Artwork by Jane Darke

About the Artist

Henry is a writer, director and film maker. He directed Hooked for the Channel 4 ‘Coming Up’ series, the prestigious scheme promoting new talent. In 2018 Henry’s play Booby’s Bay was produced by The Finborough Theatre, supported by Bristol Old Vic. Raised in Cornwall, Henry is passionate about fishing and Cornwall and telling character-driven three-dimensional stories that reflect real life there.

Cast & Creatives

Jack Brownridge-Kelly – Charlie / Beany

Dan Harvey – Felix / Hunter

Zach Hawkins – Bob

Martin Hyder – Frank

Catrin Walker-Booth – Pearly / Tipsy

Written by Henry Darke

Directed by Chris White

Produced by Jasmine Cole

Set by Pip Terry

Artwork by Jane Darke

Composition by Katherine Gillham

Promo Image by Steve Tanner