About
A play about Freddy, a newly orphaned 15-year-old who takes a train from Glasgow to Dundee, and the people he meets there. It explores family, grief and exploitation.
What to expect
Freddy is fifteen, newly orphaned, and offered a job and a train ticket from Glasgow to Dundee by a new acquaintance, Chris.
At the end of the line is Broughty Ferry, a place his mum always spoke about.
Darren is a recovering heroin user caring for his dad Rab, whose dementia is getting worse, while his aunt June looks out for them.
The play explores family, grief, exploitation, and the relationship between care and control.
- Freddy travels from Glasgow to Dundee
- Darren cares for his dad Rab
- Aunt June looks out for them
- Recommended age guide: 14+
Dates
Questions
When does The Ferry start and end?
The Ferry is on Thursday, 25 February 2027.
Where is The Ferry?
The Ferry takes place at Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow.
Is there an age guide?
Yes. The recommended age guide is 14+.
Are there content warnings?
Yes, the show includes:
Strong language
Drug use, addiction and exploitation
Reported sexual violence and rape
Violence and bereavement
What is the show about?
It follows Freddy, who is fifteen and newly orphaned, and is offered a job and a train ticket from Glasgow to Dundee by a new acquaintance, Chris.
At the end of the line is Broughty Ferry
Darren is a recovering heroin user caring for his dad Rab
Rab's dementia is getting worse, and aunt June helps look out for them
The play explores family, grief and exploitation
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Getting there
Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, G1 5HB Glasgow, Scotland, GB
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