one4review | On 17, Aug 2025

Here’s a show from Iain Anderson, native Scot who’s been living his worst and best life in Barcelona.  Moving there as a youngster to escape his life in Glasgow, “Traumedy : A Guide To Being A Fabulous Homeless Addict”, is his life in a nutshell.  An incredibly open and honest account of what it’s like to lose everything and try to re-build a life when it feels like there’s no hope and nowhere to turn to.

Don’t be fooled though, this is a very funny show from an up and coming stand-up, using his very personal experiences with massive effect.  He’s very engaging and the humour throughout has light and shade.  There’s a lovely narrative around those who have made impacts on his life, mostly for the better.  Huge characters, like his Glaswegian granny, and Holly, his homeless bestie who he meets in a park sleeping rough.

His obsession with fame as a young man was the start of his addictions and there’s no doubt that this features heavy in his personality and it’s traits. He’s been through some pretty hard times, but this has made him stronger and storytelling is compulsive and creative.  8 years clean & sober, keep up the good work, your show has left its mark in a very good way!

4****

Reviewed by Gavin

Laughing Horse @ Boston Bar

Time 22:30

Until 24^th Aug