Torte e Mort: Songs of Cake and Death – Anya Anastasia 5*****

The atmosphere is set with Marie Antoinette in appropriate period costume and wig being led to the stage by her two compatriots to a slow drum beat. The audience is then transported back to pre revolutionary France where we are … Read More

Briefs – Briefs Factory 4****

It’s been two years since Briefs last appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe and judging by the audience’s enthusiasm, their return was greatly anticipated. This all male cast of energetic and mischievous Australian hunks provided an outrageous and hilarious night of … Read More

The Ruby Darlings 4****

A good portion of the audience had seen this pair (trio – they also have a pianist) before, though this was my first time at this good fun cabaret show. It’s distinctly feminist themed, though women empowering rather than man-bashing. … Read More

X – Lady Carol 4****

Can it be really ten years since Lady Carol made her first appearance, albeit as a flyerer, but she states it is. She has progressed so much from the woman who never sung in public to being a performer of … Read More

Puddles Pity Party 4****

 Internet sensation Puddles the clown is receiving an overwhelming response to his Edinburgh Fringe show with people desperately trying to get tickets for his almost sell out performances. Puddles is a 6 foot 8” tall man dressed as a pierrot … Read More

Ivy Paige: Filthy Rich 4****

Who is Ivy Paige? Talented singer, burlesque queen, comedian. In this hour long show, Ivy Paige takes us through her ‘get rich programme’. She sings her way through both well known and original songs, while of course getting to know … Read More

Divallusion with Christina Bianco and Velma Celli – 4****

Two powerhouses come together for an hour of awesome diva-ness in a fantastically entertaining set of famous song covers and banter. Ian Stroughair’s Velma Celli I didn’t know at all and I was very impressed – both by the quality … Read More

Blues and Burlesque – Hotter Than Hell 3***

Blues and Burlesque is a show that transforms the mid-afternoon Bosco tent into a late night sleazy jazz club and the welcoming music of blues is provided by Pete Saunders and what a player he is … Read More

Dixey: Where Gentlemen are always immaculately undressed 4****

This show really has something for everyone and is immensely entertaining throughout. There were groups of women, groups of men, couples and singles all thoroughly enjoying the show. The show kicked off with the almost naked Tigger the MC appearing … Read More

The Wau Wau Sisters’ Death Threats (and Other Forms of Flattery!) 3***

The Wau Wau Sisters, Tanya Gagne and Adrienne Truscott have always pushed the boundaries of taste throughout their career and nothing is taboo to these ballsy New York women.

In 2012, they … Read More