Based on the true story of the senseless, unsolved stabbing of a teenager, Dan Bishop’s dark comedy explores the impact random acts of violence have on young people, and their understanding of the world. This talented young ensemble deliver insight with trademark wit and honesty, sharing their perspectives with emotional relevance and fearlessness. Birthday Cake confronts our need to explain horrific events – however arbitrary, elaborate or false they may be – to make sense of a world that is ultimately disordered, chaotic and full of pineapple upside-down cake. ‘KCS Theatre have a remarkable Fringe record’ WhatsOnStage.com.