Lucie Pohl – Hi, Hitler 5 *****

I wasn’t sure what to expect from this one woman blitz-comedy from Lucie Pohl but I was absolutely blown away by her performance, it has been one of the quickest hours spent at the Fringe to date.

The show … Read More

The Importance of Being Earnest as Performed by Three F*cking Queens and a Duck 4****

What got me hooked on this show was the sales pitch when they gave me their flyer on the mile. I heard at least three other people in the queue say they’d been seduced the same way, and probably more … Read More

Philharmonic of Wit 4****

This show deserves all the superlatives you can think of. It was wonderful, joyous noise performed by extremely good musicians, arranged and performed with talent and, yes, wit.

Philharmonic of Wit are a small orchestra (only two first … Read More

The Legend Of The Little Mermaid 3***

I thoroughly enjoyed this show, it was an interesting portrayal of the Little Sea Maid and one you don’t see very often.

I would however not have it listed as a childrens show. I tried explaining to my daughter that … Read More

The Ice Wolf 4****

This is the simply enchanting tale of a young inuit girl who was born somewhat different to her friends and peers.This difference breeds fear and suspicion and eventually leads the girl to a life of isolation as the village she … Read More

Gavin Webster – A Controversial Title In Order To Sell Tickets 4****

Gavin Webster – A Controversial Title In Order To Sell Tickets

4 stars

A Controversial Title In Order To Sell Tickets isn’t actually controversial in itself, Geordie comic Webster is at pains to point out. The wryly aggressive way in … Read More

James Acaster – Recognise 4 ****

James Acaster – Recognise

4 stars

It’s a good idea to get to the Pleasance Cabaret Bar pretty sharpish in order to see James Acaster. Mainly because he’s good, but also to ensure that you get a decent seat in … Read More

Newsrevue 2014 – Canal Café Theatre 5*****

As certain as the Edinburgh weather will be bad, the consumption of beer massive, the quality of the diet can be appalling there is another dead cert and that is Canal Café Theatre and Emma Taylor … Read More

Josie Long – Cara Josephine 5*****

Josie Long – Cara Josephine

5 Stars

Love’s great isn’t it? Falling for someone, having them fall for you, finding yourself rushing headlong into something that you truly, honestly, steadfastly believe will make your life full and complete and happy … Read More

The Amazing Bubble Man 3***

The Amazing Bubble Man has well and truly become on of the most dependable regular fixtures here at the Fringe. And he never fails to delight the children in the audience who all clamber to achieve the status of helper. … Read More