Edfringe House of Oz Focus: An Interview with Madelaine Nunn about Flick

Flick is a solo theatrical work presented at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025, within the House of Oz program. The show runs from 31 July to 25 August at Summerhall in the Red Lecture Theatre, with performances at 16:45 lasting about 60 minutes, excluding 11 and 18 August. It is written and performed by Madelaine Nunn and directed by Emily O’Brien Brown. The story centers on Flick, a palliative care nurse whose professionalism is challenged when she develops a complex connection to a terminally ill patient, Mark, who requests a significant favour. The play explores themes of ethics, mortality, and the consequences of personal choices, characterized as a darkly comedic thriller. It is suitable for audiences 16 and over due to strong language.

Paul Levy caught up with Madelaine (“Maddy”!) Nunn at Summerhall and discussed the play, its inception and how it has developed…

House of Oz is a long-standing Australian arts initiative supporting Australian artists at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The 2025 House of Oz program presents eight diverse Australian shows spanning comedy, musical theatre, circus, opera, drama, dance, and children’s theatre. It serves as vital support for production, marketing, and logistics, helping artists overcome financial and geographic barriers to perform internationally. This enables Australian creatives to gain global exposure and touring opportunities. House of Oz emphasizes inclusivity and diversity, bringing Australian cultural perspectives to international audiences through its carefully curated and genre-busting program. The organization has become an important platform for showcasing Australia’s vibrant and bold artistic talent on the world stage. The range of shows includes both returning companies and new voices, demonstrating the breadth and quality of contemporary Australian performing arts.RelatedWhat makes House of Oz’s productions uniquely Australian at the Edinburgh FringeHow does House of Oz support Australian artists in showcasing their work internationallyWhat are the standout performances in House of Oz’s 2025 Edinburgh Fringe lineupWhy is House of Oz considered a vital platform for Australian contemporary artsHow does House of Oz’s involvement elevate Australia’s cultural presence on global stages