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Txema Perez is the co-founder of 2theatre and the London Physical Theatre School. Originally from the Basque Country, he trained in the Stanislavsky method, and later at the Actor’s Studio in Los Angeles. He has been described by one critic as: ‘One of Marcel Marceu’s finest students.’

In Losing It, he plays Boris, an elderly migrant who ‘doesn’t belong anywhere’ and will always feel awkward trying to. He worked with his own hands since he was little and is now enjoying deserved retirement. He can only eat bananas and has very weak teeth.

The show is described as a daring fusion of laughter and tears performed by a clown duo enrolled in Cirque du Soleil. Boris and his wife are waiting for their children. Their lives are defined by vegetables, routine and memories.

First impressions of our fair city and, why are you here?
Edinburgh has amazing old buildings and very nice people. I’m here to introduce my show to the whole world!

Does your visit bring on joy or dread?
Both.

Are you a happy soul or do the occasionally dreich elements make you morose?
I’m a hardcore bipolar human being, so I need to answer both again.

Where will you visit on your day off and why?
The mountains, you have an amazing nature.

Do you ever get jealous of other performers? Can you name one or two?
I get jealous of everyone, I’m an actor remember?

Did you have a happy childhood?
Yes indeed.

What does failure mean to you? Does it make you shrink or grow?
I keep standing up trying again, so I guess it’s making me grow.

Are you superstitious when it comes to performing?
I brush my teeth and jump three times before going to the stage.

What is your biggest fear before going on stage?
Audience rejection.

What is your favourite saying?
Ithaca, enjoy the journey.

What is your worst habit?
Eating too much in the evenings after the gig.

What do you love/hate about the festival?
Everyone is here!

Tell me about your most passionate embrace.
With my girlfriend every second day  [