Bullis School Theatre Brings “Pandora: A Tragicomic Greek Romp” to Edinburgh Fringe – August 2025

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Bullis School Theatre Brings “Pandora: A Tragicomic Greek Romp” to Edinburgh Fringe – August 2025 

Boy Meets Girl. Girl Has a Box That Could Destroy the World.

POTOMAC, MD, USA — Myth, comedy, and catastrophe collide in Pandora: A Tragicomic Greek Romp, a fresh, fast-paced retelling of the Pandora myth that asks What happens when curiosity meets chaos? 

Originally a 2011 Capital Fringe Festival hit, Pandora returns in 2025 with a brand-new cast from Potomac, Maryland’s Bullis School for a six-show run at the iconic Edinburgh Festival Fringe—the largest performing arts festival in the world. The production will be staged at Paradise Green (Vault Venue) from August 2–9, 2025.

Written by acclaimed sibling duo Shawn and Ann Fraistat, Pandora unleashes a whirlwind of gods, monsters, love, betrayal, and one dangerously irresistible box. This madcap reimagining is equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, offering a modern take on ancient tragedy that’s as uncomfortably human as it is sharply comedic.

“It’s a comedy with teeth,” says director Chelsie King. “We want the audience to laugh, think, and maybe see themselves in these flawed, mythic characters. The students have thrown themselves into it with incredible heart.”

The talented student cast—Alisa Ross, Abe Gold, Juliet Wade, Sebastian Schroth, Anastasiya Swift, Kylie Works, Eitan Skolnick, and Callum MacMaster—bring this reimagined tale to life, balancing laughs and pathos in equal measure. They’ll join over 3,500 international acts at the world’s largest arts festival in what promises to be a transformative theatrical adventure.

Show Details

• What: Pandora: A Tragicomic Greek Romp
• Who: Bullis School (Potomac, MD) | Directed by Chelsie King
• When:
  • Saturday, August 2 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 3 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
  • Monday, August 4 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
  • Thursday, August 7 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
  • Friday, August 8 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 9 – 11:35 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
• Where: Paradise Green – Paradise in the Vault (The Annexe), 11 Merchant Street, Edinburgh EH1 2QD
• Tickets: edfringe.com Pay What You Can (£5–£12.50)
• Show Website: bullis.org/edfringe

About the Creators

Chelsie King and Charles Johnson, Theatre directors at Bullis School in Maryland, have over 20 years of combined experience bringing powerful, student-driven productions to life. This marks Bullis’ first-ever appearance at Edinburgh Fringe, offering students a rare and powerful opportunity to perform on an international stage.

Ann and Shawn Fraistat are a brother-sister playwriting duo. Ann, an actor, director, and published novelist, and Shawn, a playwright and Yale Ph.D. in political science, have had their work performed across the U.S. and internationally. Their award-winning play Romeo & Juliet: Choose Your Own Ending (Capital Fringe Best Comedy & Best Overall Show, 2010) is published by Playscripts and performed widely across North America. Their work has been featured by companies including Pointless Theatre Co., Pinky Swear Productions, Rorschach Theatre, and the University of Maryland, as well as festivals FringeNYC and the London Horror Festival.

Summary

Bullis School brings Pandora: A Tragicomic Greek Romp to the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe for a six-show run from August 2 to 9. Written by sibling duo Ann and Shawn Fraistat and directed by Chelsie King, the sharp, comedic retelling of the Pandora myth features a talented Bullis student cast. This marks Bullis’s debut at the world’s largest arts festival.

Tickets edfringe.com | More info bullis.org/edfringe

About Bullis

Bullis School is a co-ed, college preparatory day school in Potomac, Maryland, that inspires students in grades K–12. Committed to developing impactful global citizens, Bullis offers dynamic programming that encourages students to explore their passions and build real-world skills through academics, arts, athletics, and service. A spirit of joy and connection is woven throughout campus life, where strong relationships among students, faculty, and families are central. With a rigorous curriculum and deeply supportive teachers, Bullis fosters a learning environment that champions growth, achievement, and student well-being.

Contact:

Chelsie King

chelsie_king@bullis.org / +1 410-493-9800

Website: bullis.org/edfringe

Student Blog: bullis.org/edfringe#blog

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