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Comedy 2009 Archives - One4Review

Bethany Black : Love and a Colt 45

August 24, 2009 |

* * * 3 stars

I saw Bethany Black last year and was fascinated by her set, which was based around her decision to change gender and the subsequent emotional upheaval she went through.  I found it both engaging and … Read More

The Late Show

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * * 5 stars

It’s almost 1am.  Why am I standing in the Jelly Belly at this time of the night waiting for a show to START?  Why am I not snuggled up in my bed back … Read More

Pappy’s Fun Club’s World Record Attempt : 200 Sketches in an Hour

August 24, 2009 | 1

* * * * * 5 stars

My expectations were high as Pappy’s Fun Club (Ben, Brendan, Matthew and Tom) bounded onto the Pleasance One stage, and for the next hour I wasn’t disappointed. The premise of this sketch show … Read More

Rob Rouse: My Family…and The Dog That Scared Jesus

August 24, 2009 |

* * * 3 stars

Rob Rouse’s show is about the two recent additions to his family; his dog Ronnie and his son Lenny (although to be honest, it’s mostly about the dog). There are plenty of laughs to be … Read More

Rudi Lickwood – Food for Thought

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * * 5 stars

The first thing that struck me when Rudi Lickwood hit the stage, was his facial resemblance to Eddie Murphy. Like the American superstar Lickwood has a good sense of humour, only Lickwood is … Read More

Stephen K Amos – The Feelgood Factor

August 24, 2009 | 1

* * * * 4 stars

Stephen K Amos is as integral to Edinburgh Fringe as hangovers and poor weather, but for sure he is far more enjoyable.

Now playing in the biggest space on the Fringe and regularly … Read More

AAA Standup

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

As a comedy fan and also as a reviewer, I have been attending this show for years as it is a vehicle for up and coming new comedians to play in the Fringe and … Read More

The Abi Roberts Experience

August 24, 2009 |

* * * 3 stars

From the Fringe adverts and her flyer somehow I was expecting a little more from Ms Roberts. I love and admire those who can do vocal gymnastics and although there is no doubt Ms Roberts … Read More

Alistair Barrie – Happiness

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

I hadn’t seen Alistair Barrie until earlier this year when he played at the Stand Comedy Club and just blew me away, so I was delighted to see he was back at the Fringe … Read More

Geraldine Quinn: Hex and the City

August 24, 2009 |

* * * 3 stars

Australian redhead Geraldine Quinn is a performer I have seen for a few years now, with the exception of last year.  When I saw she was back in town this year I wanted to witness … Read More