Des Clarke: 3D 4****

Radio and TV Presenter Des Clarke is back at the Edinburgh Fringe, doing 3 separate sets on the things that matter most to him. From 3rd to 11th he’s talking about Love, which was the show I saw. The 12th … Read More

Arthur Smith:- Mindlessness: A Beginners Guide 4****

Arthur Smith is often to be seen on TV shows but is undoubtedly a Fringe legend and it never ceases to amaze what creative direction he takes with his shows each time he graces Edinburgh in August. This year he … Read More

Head in the Clouds 4****

Head in The Clouds Ipdip Theatre

IpDip Theatre really know how to make shows that delight the very youngest theatre goers. The half hour show is a rhyming tale, performed by two ‘farmers’ on a circle of green carpet grass … Read More

Kate Lucas:- Whatever Happened to Kate Lucas 3***

On a particularly dull Tuesday afternoon, musical comedian Kate Lucas thought she was moments from death, but spoiler alert, she wasn’t, ‘cause she is definitely alive and kicking performing her debut Fringe show, inspired by events as the dying thoughts … Read More

Gary Delaney: There’s Something About Gary 5*****

Well known to this sold out venue from his appearances on Mock the Week and previous visits to the Stand Comedy Club, everyone knows what to expect from Gary Delaney. His shows tend to follow the same format lots and … Read More

Craig Campbell – Easy Tiger 3***

If anything, most Fringe shows tend to start a little late if anything. I thought I had seen most openings to a show so was somewhat taken aback when fully 15 minutes before advertised start time Craig Campbell appeared from … Read More

Goose: Hydroberserker 5*****

If you’ve seen Goose before you’ll be delighted to know they’re no longer playing in an oven masquerading as a shipping container, but in a proper lovely theatre-tent. Accordingly, they’ve also upped their game in some of their technicals, like … Read More

Marny Godden: Where’s John’s Porridge Bowl? 3***

I think, if I had to describe this show, I’d call it character comedy, as well as the clown and theatre comedy it’s listed under. Ms Godden (of Grandees note, if you managed to see that nugget of genius) tends … Read More

Nick Cody: Come Get Some 5*****

After his absolutely brilliant fringe debut last year I was really keen to see Nick Cody again but wondered if he would be able to deliver to the same high standard. He certainly did that and more. The happy go … Read More

Martin Mor Road Comedian 4****

Martin Mor is a big guy, with a huge beard and a gigantic charismatic personality who is always a pleasure to listen to whether he is doing his act or MC ing a gig. He is also a hard working … Read More