Ross McGrane: Get Rich or Cry Trying 3***

This is a work in progress show from a first time Fringe performer, albeit he’s clearly got stacks of experience from doing comedy everywhere apart from the Fringe. As a first solo show, and a work in progress, this isn’t … Read More

The Early Word 4.5****

John Hegley is a masterclass in performing. He’s got the air of experience that says that nothing fazes him (and nothing does. Not lights not working, not people leaving for a wee). He’s got the chilled and relaxed vibe of … Read More

CSI: Crime Scene Improvisation 4 stars ****

CSI: Crime Scene Improvisation 4 stars ****

An improv crime solving show with full audience participation. The storyline and background unpredictable with plot and characters becoming funnier and hilarious at points. If you think there is any similarity to the … Read More

Alice Cockayne: I Showered Before I Came 4****

At once utterly unhinged and hyper-lucid, this show will have you either wondering what on earth you’ve got yourself into or cackling in the aisles. If the show isn’t for you, that’s probably fair enough, but it won’t be for … Read More

Priya Hall: Grandmother’s Daughter 4****

Priya Hall is a lovely Welsh lady who delivers a superb hour of common-or-garden stand up. You could imagine her on Live at the Apollo, and being received very well. She’s got it all – the stage presence, the delivery, … Read More

Colin Etches: Attention Deficit 3***

Mr Etches tells us this show has been three years in the writing, but it has been worth the wait. The show doesn’t have a narrative so much as a shape, sketched obliquely with hints and allusions rather than detailed … Read More

Seymour Mace Does Drawing 4.5****

There are a few things that one can be certain of when attending a Seymour Mace show at anytime and also a lot more that is less certain.

Firstly, you will have an hour of top class entertainment, delivered in … Read More

Sapan Verma : Shame On Me 4****

Sapan Verma, in his own modest words, describes himself as a relatively well known comedian in India.  Well known enough it seems to be invited to audition for a commercial opposite India’s most famous Bollywood star! Although it admittedly did … Read More

Simon Jay: Permacrisis 4****

It’s not permaculture! Not wanting to disappoint any gardening enthusiasts at this year’s Fringe, but you might want to listen up if you don’t wish to have a desert as a garden. 

This is Permacrisis, a series of topical … Read More

Pete Heat : Huge 5*****

This is very smart modern magic.  Pete Heat is engaging, very cool, laid back, and very tall!  This has to be acknowledged right from the start.  Just in case, in this small venue, and with all this surreal magic going … Read More