Sophie’s Surprise 29th 5*****

Sophie’s Surprise 29th is a wild, exhilarating ride that blends circus, comedy, and chaos into an unforgettable house party experience. Returning to Circus Hub after a highly successful 2023 season, this show doesn’t miss a beat, delivering an electrifying mix … Read More

Viv Forde – New Kids on the Blockchain 4****

Viv Forde’s new show, New Kids on the Blockchain, offers an exhilarating dive into the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, set against the vibrant backdrop of San Francisco. As a talented storyteller, Forde expertly navigates the complexities of Bitcoin and the … Read More

Tom Brace: The Ride 4D 4****

Tom Brace: The Ride 4D is a refreshing and delightful escape from the typical theme park experience, especially for younger audiences. Forget the long lines and crowded spaces of Disney World; Tom Brace’s new magic-themed park is where the real … Read More

Jay Lafferty – Bahookie 4.5 ****

One of the hits of Fringe 2023 was Bahookie, a delightful hour performed by one of Scottish comedy’s most sought after comics, Jay Lafferty. Playing to packed houses, and subsequently touring throughout the UK, it was a delightful way to … Read More

James Whale: Beyond Frankenstein 4****

A triumph in all departments.

Tim Larkfield gives a wonderful one-man performance on the life of Director James Whale.

Some background – Whale was an English Hollywood director and mostly remembered for his 1930’s horror output of Frankenstein, Bride Of … Read More

Isobel Rogers – How To Be Content 4****

Isobel Rogers’ Fringe show How to be Content is a delightful musical odyssey that effortlessly blends wit, warmth, and inventive storytelling. Armed with just her guitar, Rogers delves into the existential questions that modern life throws at us, tackling them … Read More

007 Voices of Bond 5*****

Brought to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, by Night Owl Productions, Voices of Bond was way more than a tribute to the infamous Bond theme songs.

Stunning vocals, powerful and theatrical, accompanied by electric guitars and young genius playing the … Read More

Andy Andy with Andy 4****

Dressed in a sharp red suit, Andy greets us at the door, allocating out names on stickers. I enjoyed being Indy, an iteration of Andy without portfolio (compared to Brandy, in charge of Brand Andy), for the duration of the … Read More

All This Must Pass 4****

American performer Aurelia Gage takes you on a personal journey through time to discover her origins and her historic family backgrounds, with some dance, music and laughter on the way.

The show begins and Aurelia dressed like a music box … Read More

Rory O’Hanlon – The Best of Me 4.5 ****

Rory O’Hanlon first came to my attention in 2011 when I was fliered by him in a queue. His gift of the gab convinced me to see his show and I wasn’t disappointed. Further visits over the years have also … Read More